News from the Safety Industry
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
Deadly gamble: North Dakota contractor supervised workers in unprotected trenches, failed 3 inspections in 32 days, ignored warnings, faces $505K in fines
Published: Tuesday March 28th 2023
Source: OSHA News
March 28, 2023
Deadly defiance: Ocala framing contractor’s refusal to comply with safety standards continues despite fatal 2020 incident, 35 violations since 2019
Published: Tuesday March 28th 2023
Source: OSHA News
March 28, 2023
Lawn Service Contractor Hit With Citations, $198K in Proposed Penalties
Published: Tuesday March 28th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
According to OSHA, the contractor allegedly “ignored safety requirements to save time.”
NSC Announces $285K Available in Grants for MSD Solutions
Published: Tuesday March 28th 2023
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Funding will be available through two grants, and recipients will be announced in June 2023.