News from the Safety Industry

U.S. Department of Labor Announces $10.5M in Grants to Strengthen Mine Safety Training

Published: Tuesday August 12th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
MSHA’s FY 2025 State Grants Program will fund training for miners nationwide, prioritizing small operations, critical mineral projects, and statutory rights education.

Proposed Budget Cut to Chemical Safety Board Could Limit OSHA’s Reach

Published: Tuesday August 12th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Safety experts warn that eliminating the Chemical Safety Board would remove a critical investigative partner to OSHA, leaving gaps in root cause analysis and hazard prevention.

Mike Massimino to Deliver Closing Keynote at VPPPA Safety+ Symposium 2025

Published: Tuesday August 12th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Former NASA astronaut, professor, and author Mike Massimino will share insights on leadership, resilience, and teamwork during the 41st annual Safety+ Symposium's closing session.

Washington Solar Installer Cited Again for Fall Hazards, Faces Over $250K in New Fines

Published: Monday August 11th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries has fined Purelight Power LLC more than $250,000 for repeated violations of fall protection rules after inspectors found rooftop workers unprotected at dangerous heights.

Nevada OSHA Updates Inspection Criteria with New Site-Specific Targeting Directive

Published: Friday August 8th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Using updated injury data, Nevada OSHA adopts a federal directive to guide targeted workplace inspections, while retaining state-specific protocols.

NSC and Safety On The Edge Partner to Launch Global Safety Leadership Event in 2026

Published: Thursday August 7th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
For the first time, the NSC Safety Summit and Safety On The Edge Global Forum will unite under one roof in May 2026, offering safety leaders a transformative experience in Baltimore.

Bullard Debuts Type II + Safety Helmet with Smart Brim Tech and Ergonomic Fit

Published: Thursday August 7th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
With its modular FlexBrim™, all-day comfort features, and full ANSI/ISEA Type II compliance, Bullard’s latest helmet sets a new benchmark in adaptive head protection.

OSHA Orders Union Pacific to Reinstate Injured Worker, Pay $300K in Whistleblower Case

Published: Thursday August 7th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
A federal investigation found the railroad giant violated whistleblower protections by firing an engineer who reported a job-related injury.

Charting New Courses in Safety: VPPPA’s 2025 Safety+ Symposium Heads to St. Louis

Published: Wednesday August 6th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
From safety sessions to keynote speakers to connection-focused networking, this year’s Safety+ Symposium aims to deliver learning, leadership, and community in equal measure.

Oregon OSHA to Host Workplace Safety and Health Conference in Bend

Published: Wednesday August 6th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Set for Sept. 15–16 at the River House Lodge, the two-day event will feature PPE training, fall protection, safety culture strategies, and a keynote by “American Ninja Warrior” finalist Hoan Do.

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