News from the Safety Industry
Waupaca Foundry Faces OSHA Fines After Repeat Violations Lead to Worker Injuries
Published: Friday November 3rd 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The lack of machine guarding and safety procedures resulted in amputation injuries.
Washington State Proposes Updates to Fall Protection Standards for Worker Safety
Published: Friday November 3rd 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
State safety regulators seek stakeholder feedback on draft changes to fall protection rules.
Worker's Health Rights Upheld After Unlawful Termination by Portland Roofing Company
Published: Thursday November 2nd 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Owens Corning Roofing and Asphalt faced penalties after not adhering to the Family and Medical Leave Act.
DOL and NLRB Launch Partnership to Boost Whistleblower Safeguards
Published: Thursday November 2nd 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
This collaborative effort focuses on worker education and reinforcing anti-retaliation protections.
Recognizing Mental Health as A Core Workplace Safety Pillar
Published: Wednesday November 1st 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Mental health remains a neglected and stigmatized subject in the workplace, and this oversight jeopardizes the well-being of employees and puts businesses at risk.
MSHA Identified Over 120 Violations in September Mine Inspections
Published: Wednesday November 1st 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The agency has issued nearly 2,100 violations so far in 2023.
A+A 2023 Celebrated Innovations in Workplace Safety Amid Major Support
Published: Tuesday October 31st 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The international safety event attracted 62,000 visitors from 140 nations.
Florida Grocery Store Faces Hefty Penalties After Fatal Employee Fall
Published: Tuesday October 31st 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Kissimmee Meat & Produce Inc. faces $95,315 in proposed penalties.
NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2023 Wrap Up
Published: Monday October 30th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The OH&S SafetyPod takes some time to showcase some key developments at last week’s NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2023. Highlights include NSC’s new Respond Ready Workplace program, OSHA’s annual Top 10 violations announcement, and more.
Navigating Construction Site Safety in the Era of Extreme Weather
Published: Monday October 30th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The evolving climate landscape presents new challenges for construction sites, making it crucial to reevaluate existing safety protocols.
