News from the Safety Industry
National Ladder Safety Month 2023: Safety Tips at the Top
Published: Friday March 31st 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
As National Ladder Safety Month wraps up, let's look at what you should do to stay safe at the top.
US Department of Labor establishes a Georgia-wide alliance to improve ergonomic safety in state’s warehouses
Published: Thursday March 30th 2023
Source: OSHA News
March 30, 2023
Readout: US Department of Labor hosts discussion on safety and health agency’s new authority to provide visa certifications to better protect workers
Published: Thursday March 30th 2023
Source: OSHA News
March 30, 2023
For the 6th time in 13 months, Department of Labor finds Fort Walton Beach framing contractor endangering workers at Florida worksites
Published: Thursday March 30th 2023
Source: OSHA News
March 30, 2023
FDA Approves Over-the-Counter Use of Narcan, a Treatment Used to Prevent Opioid Overdose Fatalities
Published: Thursday March 30th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Overdose deaths from drugs and alcohol rose in workplaces from 2020 to 2021.
Excavation Company Faces Citations After Failing 3 Inspections
Published: Thursday March 30th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
In the last five years, employees have been found exposed to trench hazards seven times, OSHA said.
US Department of Labor, HC Beck LTD School of Construction sign alliance to educate employers, keep workers safe
Published: Wednesday March 29th 2023
Source: OSHA News
March 29, 2023
Stand Up 4 Grain Safety Week Aims to Prevent Injuries, Fatalities
Published: Wednesday March 29th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
From 2020 to 2021, the percentage of fatal grain engulfments decreased by 17 percent, but there’s still more work that can be done.
Washington State’s Proposed Update Could Bring More Protection for Workers in Heat, State Agency Says
Published: Wednesday March 29th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Unlike the current permanent rule, the proposed rule would be effective all year.
Appleton roofing general contractor, Kaukauna subcontractor cited for repeatedly failing to protect employees from exposure to deadly fall hazards
Published: Tuesday March 28th 2023
Source: OSHA News
March 28, 2023