News from the Safety Industry
New Proposed Rule Focuses on Miner Exposure to Silica Dust
Published: Friday July 7th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The Mine Safety and Health Administration's (MSHA) proposed rule suggests a decreased Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) for respirable crystalline silica.
Department of Labor again cites Paramount Builders for endangering employees’ safety, health at work sites across American Samoa
Published: Thursday July 6th 2023
Source: OSHA News
July 6, 2023
25 Years and Counting: Colorado Company Again Recognized Under OSHA’s VPP
Published: Thursday July 6th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
LPR Construction Inc., which has maintained the same status for 25 years, was recently re-awarded the “star” designation.
5 Solutions to Mitigate Risks Associated with Prolonged Standing
Published: Thursday July 6th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Workers who stand can run into many health issues, but options like seats, floor mats, footrests and more may help make a difference.
Federal investigation into 20-year-old worker’s death in Alabama finds sawmill operator again ignored machine safety requirements
Published: Wednesday July 5th 2023
Source: OSHA News
July 5, 2023
Death of Worker, Who Spoke of Heat-Illness-Related Symptom, Could Have Been Prevented, OSHA Says
Published: Wednesday July 5th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The farmworker said they experienced “fatigue and leg pain.”
4 Tips for Staying Safe While Transporting Passengers
Published: Wednesday July 5th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
What advice does NIOSH provide on preventing violence as a driver?
US Department of Labor finds The de Moya Group could have prevented fatal, serious injuries after concrete pile struck aerial lift over I-95 in 2022
Published: Monday July 3rd 2023
Source: OSHA News
July 3, 2023
US Department of Labor recognizes Colorado structural steel erector's 25 years of safety, health excellence, renews 'Star' designation
Published: Monday July 3rd 2023
Source: OSHA News
July 3, 2023
Safe Practices for Storing Hazardous Substances on Construction Sites
Published: Monday July 3rd 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Correctly storing substances will help ensure your workers and workplace are safe.