News from the Safety Industry

An employee survey has tackled the critical topics of workplace violence, harassment and mental health. On this episode of the OH&S SafetyPod, we'll talk with a key employee from the company behind the study to discuss what it says about the current status of these concerns in work environments.

The annual initiative aims to reduce fatalities in the construction industry.

The crane safety failures led to a fatal incident on a highway ramp in Orlando, Florida.

This list includes employers cited for risking the safety of workers and communities through practices resulting in preventable illnesses, injuries and fatalities.

The food manufacturer received a total of 70 violations.

Employers must proactively protect workers from changing heat conditions by allocating training budgets, providing effective resources, and addressing overall employee health.

Preparing for power outages involves essential steps, robust planning and investment in high-performance lighting to protect facilities and ensure continuous operations.

The data requirements were updated in July 2023.

Recreational marijuana laws are forcing employers to reassess drug testing to ensure workplace safety. New technologies are helping them contend with this challenge. A drug testing expert joins the SafetyPod to take a deep dive into the why's and how's behind these innovations.

The two-day event—which aims to guide companies in meeting federal compliance regulations—takes place on May 8-9, 2024.