News from the Safety Industry
U.S. Department of Labor Cracks Down On Employee Exposure to Carbon Monoxide
Published: Tuesday August 13th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
This silent toxin is both colorless and odorless, and exposure to it is often deadly; that’s why the U.S. Department of Labor does not take carbon monoxide (CO) matters lightly.
Collision in the Singapore Strait: Tips for Safe U.S. Navy Vessel Steering
Published: Tuesday August 13th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
While operating large transportation vessels like the USS John S McCain, the following are crucial: sufficient training, adequate bridge operating procedures, and operational oversight.
U.S. Department of Labor Cites California Production Company After Two Employees Suffer Injuries While Filming in Georgia
Published: Monday August 12th 2019
Source: OSHA News
August 12, 2019
U.S. Department of Labor Cites California Production Company
After Two Employees Suffer Injuries While Filming in Georgia
Immigration Raid at Mississippi Plants Provokes Concerns About Worker Health and Safety
Published: Monday August 12th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Advocates are worried about how the arrests will affect the plants’ remaining workers and scare undocumented employees from reporting safety violations.
U.S. Department of Labor Reminds Employers About Submitting Injury and Illness Data to OSHA
Published: Friday August 9th 2019
Source: OSHA News
August 9, 2019
Contact: Office of Communications
Phone: 202-693-1999
U.S. Department of Labor Cites New Jersey Landscaper After Two Employees Succumb to Carbon Monoxide Exposure
Published: Friday August 9th 2019
Source: OSHA News
August 9, 2019
U.S. Department of Labor Cites New Jersey Landscaper After Two Employees Succumb to Carbon Monoxide Exposure
U.S. Department of Labor Cites Florida Roofing Company For Exposing Employees to Fall and Other Safety Hazards
Published: Friday August 9th 2019
Source: OSHA News
August 9, 2019
U.S. Department of Labor Cites Florida Roofing Company
For Exposing Employees to Fall and Other Safety Hazards
U.S. Department of Labor Cites Georgia Countertop Manufacturer For Amputation, Silica, and Other Safety and Health Hazards
Published: Friday August 9th 2019
Source: OSHA News
August 9, 2019
Construction Company Found in Contempt of Court For Not Paying OSHA Fines
Published: Friday August 9th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The decision found that New Jersey-based Altor Inc. and its owner were ultimately liable for paying the full penalty amount of $412,000.
Atlanta Paper Product Manufacturer Cited for Lack of Hot Steam Protection in Texas Facility
Published: Friday August 9th 2019
Source: OHS Online Magazine
After a worker was burned at the Queen City, Texas facility, OSHA launched an investigation and found multiple violations.