News from the Safety Industry
Mine Safety and Health Administration’s ‘Stand Down to Save Lives’ to Take Place on May 17
Published: Friday May 12th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
This is the first time the event is being held.
OSHA to Host Meeting on Voluntary Protection Programs on June 15
Published: Friday May 12th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Though the event will take place in DC, those wishing to attend can do so in person or online.
OSHA to hold public meeting June 15 to discuss modernizing, improving, expanding its Voluntary Protection Programs
Published: Thursday May 11th 2023
Source: OSHA News
May 11, 2023
Contact: Office of Communications
Phone: 202-693-1999
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.