News from the Safety Industry

MSHA Finds 286 Violations During October 2024 Impact Inspections

Published: Monday December 9th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The agency conducted inspections at 15 mines, including 95 significant and substantial violations and 12 unwarrantable failures.

DOL Seeks Nominations for OSHA’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health

Published: Monday December 9th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The advisory committee provides OSHA with policy guidance on construction safety and health.

OSHA Cites Illinois Roofing Contractor Again for Ignoring Fall Protection Rules

Published: Friday December 6th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Fino Exterior Inc. continues to ignore fall protection requirements, resulting in repeated OSHA citations and significant penalties.

New Products Round-Up: Friday, Dec. 6, 2024

Published: Friday December 6th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
This week’s new safety products enhance workplace safety and productivity with solutions like telescoping headlamps, washdown stations, metal detectable holsters and flashing beacons.

NSC Secures $950K in Grants to Improve Roadway Safety

Published: Thursday December 5th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The grants aim to enhance workplace traffic safety programs in Texas, Ohio and Louisiana.

Could Edge AI Keep America’s 2 Billion Frontline Workers Safe?

Published: Thursday December 5th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Edge AI technology is transforming workplace safety by offering predictive analytics, real-time hazard detection and sustainable solutions across industries.

Minnesota OSHA Fines Employer for Violating Commercial Diving Standards Following Worker’s Drowning

Published: Wednesday December 4th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Your Lake Aquatic Plant Management LLC faces $730,369 in penalties for willful violations.

Unplanned Shutdowns as Proof Test Credits: What to Know and Steps to Take

Published: Wednesday December 4th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Unplanned shutdowns can provide partial proof test credits for Safety Instrumented Functions (SIFs), helping optimize maintenance schedules while ensuring safety compliance.

OSHA Extends Public Comment Deadline for Heat Exposure Rule

Published: Tuesday December 3rd 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The public comment deadline for OSHA's proposed rule on heat-related workplace safety has been extended to January 14, 2025.

AI in Health and Safety: What Are the Benefits and Drawbacks?

Published: Tuesday December 3rd 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Artificial intelligence is reshaping workplace health and safety practices by enhancing risk prevention, training and monitoring while raising ethical and operational challenges.

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