News from the Safety Industry
A Look at the Business of Safety: Protecting People While Driving Profitability
Published: Monday May 22nd 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
In this episode, safety influencer Gavin Coyle discusses why employers need to have a conversation about this vital, but not-often-talked-about, topic.
Contractor Faces Proposed Penalties of $112K After Trench Collapse, Worker Fatality
Published: Monday May 22nd 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
OSHA discovered that a protective system had not been provided.
2 Employers Cited After Workers Found with Elevated Levels of Arsenic, OSHA Says
Published: Friday May 19th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
One employer faces about $124,780 in proposed penalties while the other faces $53,574.
OSHA Seeking Stakeholder Input on Leading Indicators for Potential New Resource
Published: Friday May 19th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The agency is accepting comments through July 17, 2023.
US Department of Labor again finds resin manufacturer exposing employees to respiratory hazards, risk of explosion at Kenton facility
Published: Thursday May 18th 2023
Source: OSHA News
May 18, 2023
10 Jobs with High Risks for Developing Back Pain (and How to Prevent It)
Published: Thursday May 18th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Simple actions like wearing specific shoes, stretching or lifting properly can make a difference.
ANSI, UL Standards & Engagement Seeking Comments on Whitepaper Draft
Published: Thursday May 18th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Comments on “Principles for Measuring the Impact of Voluntary Consensus Standards on Human Health and Safety” are due by June 15.
OSHA encourages stakeholders to share feedback on effectiveness of leading indicators to improve, develop resource tool
Published: Wednesday May 17th 2023
Source: OSHA News
May 17, 2023
Contact: Office of Communications
Phone: 202-693-1999
US Department of Labor, Shipbuilders Council of America renew alliance to promote safe, healthful workplaces in Mid-Atlantic shipyard industry
Published: Wednesday May 17th 2023
Source: OSHA News
May 17, 2023
US Department of Labor finds Colorado contractor exposing workers to trench cave-ins, including one that caused teenager’s fatal injuries
Published: Wednesday May 17th 2023
Source: OSHA News
May 17, 2023