News from the Safety Industry
OSHA alleges Missouri plumbing contractor exposed worker to unprotected trench despite agreement to implement trench safety program
Published: Wednesday February 17th 2021
Source: OSHA News
February 17, 2021
US Department of Labor proposes $264K in fines for Montana manufacturer, staffing agency for serious, willful violations following finger amputation
Published: Wednesday February 17th 2021
Source: OSHA News
February 17, 2021
Workplace Safety Training Survey Finds Companies Struggle with Finding Effective Methods
Published: Wednesday February 17th 2021
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Companies are still struggling to find time to train employees on workplace safety. Others can’t verify if their training programs are effective.
OSHA Cites Rail Car Company for Confined Spaces Violations
Published: Friday February 12th 2021
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Trinity Rail and Maintenance Services Inc. was cited for 11 serious violations after the death of two employees in August.
Workplace Coronavirus Complaints Surge in North Carolina
Published: Thursday February 11th 2021
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Workers in North Carolina are advocating for a statewide COVID-19 workplace mandate.
US Department of Labor cites Trinity Rail and Maintenance Services for confined space violations in August 2020 fatality investigation
Published: Wednesday February 10th 2021
Source: OSHA News
February 10, 2021
OSHA Could Look to Virginia's COVID-19 Safety Rule for Nationwide Standard
Published: Wednesday February 10th 2021
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Industry experts have praised Virginia’s Jan. 27 COVID-19 worker safety rule.
What OSHA’s Revised COVID-19 Guidance Means for Employers
Published: Tuesday February 9th 2021
Source: OHS Online Magazine
While this guidance does not create new legal obligations, employers should note that new legal obligations from OSHA relating to COVID-19 are likely forthcoming.
OSHA Issues Proposed Update to Hazard Communication Standard
Published: Monday February 8th 2021
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The proposed update to OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard was issued on Feb. 5.
US Department of Labor’s OSHA issues proposed rule to update hazard communication standard
Published: Friday February 5th 2021
Source: OSHA News
February 5, 2021
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