News from the Safety Industry
USPS Retaliated Against Worker Who Filed Injury Report, Court Rules
Published: Thursday May 11th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The employee, who had told supervisors about the injury “and applied for workers’ compensation benefits” in 2019, was fired.
OSHA Head Doug Parker to Speak at ASSP Safety 2023
Published: Thursday May 11th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The session, “An OSHA Update,” will take place on June 7 at 10:30 a.m. CT.
Department of Labor finds Texas Children’s Hospital failed to protect employees after security guard suffers serious assault by patient
Published: Wednesday May 10th 2023
Source: OSHA News
May 10, 2023
OSHA, Georgia Agencies Collaborate to Encourage Mental Health Discussions through Stand-Downs
Published: Wednesday May 10th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The partnership between OSHA, Georgia Department of Public Health and Mental Health America of Georgia was announced during National Mental Health Awareness Month.
Hydrating in the Heat Part 3: Can Other Drinks Besides Water Affect Hydration?
Published: Wednesday May 10th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
People prefer different beverages depending on the time of day, but when it comes to working in the heat, it's vital to know how they'll impact a worker's hydration.
Federal court finds US Postal Service wrongfully fired employee who reported workplace injury, violated federal worker protections
Published: Tuesday May 9th 2023
Source: OSHA News
May 9, 2023
Hydrating in the Heat Part 2: What Does Urine Color Have to Do with Hydration?
Published: Tuesday May 9th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
If employees want to know if they're adequately hydrated, there's a quick and easy solution they may be able to turn to.
COVID-19 Global Health Emergency Has Come to an End, WHO Says
Published: Monday May 8th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Although the status of COVID-19 has changed, the World Health Organization Director-General said it “does not mean COVID-19 is over as a global health threat.”
Preventing Arc Flash and Shock Hazards
Published: Monday May 8th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
An electrical safety expert shares his insights into risk assessment, PPE, common errors and training.
US Department of Labor partners with Georgia agencies, employers to promote safety stand-downs to address workplace mental health awareness
Published: Friday May 5th 2023
Source: OSHA News
May 5, 2023