News from the Safety Industry
The Pandemic Has Meant Less Sleep for Americans—and Higher Risk of Injury
Published: Wednesday June 17th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
A recent study by SleepStandards surveyed over 1,000 Americans on their sleep habits during and post-lockdown. As it turns out, people are getting less z’s and paying the price for it.
U.S. Department of Labor Fines New Jersey Manufacturer For Failing to Correct Machine Hazards
Published: Tuesday June 16th 2020
Source: OSHA News
June 16, 2020
U.S. Department of Labor Fines New Jersey ManufacturerFor Failing to Correct Machine Hazards
The OSHA Guidance for Emergency Response Workers, EMTs and Fire Personnel
Published: Tuesday June 16th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
OSHA just released guidance for workers and employers involved in providing emergency services such as emergency medical services (EMS) and medical transport, fire and rescue, and law enforcement. Here’s what you should know.
U.S. Department of Labor Publishes 14 Additional Translations Of OSHA Poster on Proper Workplace Use of Respirators
Published: Monday June 15th 2020
Source: OSHA News
June 15, 2020
As More Businesses Reopen, Worker Safety and Health Remains U.S. Department of Labor Priority
Published: Monday June 15th 2020
Source: OSHA News
June 15, 2020
As More Businesses Reopen, Worker Safety and Health
Remains U.S. Department of Labor Priority
U.S. Department of Labor Cites South Carolina Shipyard After Employee Suffers Fatal Injuries at Worksite
Published: Monday June 15th 2020
Source: OSHA News
June 15, 2020
U.S. Department of Labor Cites South Carolina Shipyard
After Employee Suffers Fatal Injuries at Worksite
U.S. Department of Labor Issues Frequently Asked Questions and Answers About Face Coverings, Surgical Masks and Respirators in the Workplace
Published: Monday June 15th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
OSHA has released a resource guide for frequently asked questions regarding the use of face coverings, respirators and masks in the workplace. Here's what you should now.
Live From ASSP Begins This Week
Published: Monday June 15th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
This year’s ASSP show will be virtual due to the pandemic, but that will not limit the incredible output of information and news from exhibitors, speakers and industry experts. Check out the OH&S Life From page for show coverage and exclusive content from our Live From sponsor, Columbia Southern University.
ICYMI: U.S. Department of Labor Acts to Help American Workers And Employers During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Published: Sunday June 14th 2020
Source: OSHA News
June 14, 2020
ICYMI: U.S. Department of Labor Acts to Help American Workers
And Employers During the Coronavirus Pandemic
U.S. Department of Labor Orders Railway to Reinstate Employee After Being Terminated For Reporting Injury
Published: Friday June 12th 2020
Source: OSHA News
June 12, 2020
U.S. Department of Labor Orders Railway to Reinstate EmployeeAfter Being Terminated For Reporting Injury