News from the Safety Industry
U.S. Department of Labor Releases 2023 Data on Workplace Injuries and Illnesses
Published: Wednesday December 18th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The U.S. Department of Labor’s release of key 2023 data on workplace injuries and illnesses enhances transparency and informs safety improvements.
Bloodborne Pathogen Exposures in Healthcare: Protecting Staff from Dirty Needles and Instruments
Published: Wednesday December 18th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Proactive safety measures, rigorous training and strong leadership are essential to protecting healthcare workers from bloodborne pathogen exposures caused by sharps injuries and contaminated instruments.
OSHA Cites Contractor After Worker’s Death During Underwater Test
Published: Tuesday December 17th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Coastal Gunite Construction faces four serious violations and $40,329 in proposed penalties.
ASSP Revises Standards for Safety Training and Hazardous Energy Control
Published: Tuesday December 17th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The ASSP has updated two safety standards to improve workplace safety training and hazardous energy control.
ISEA Announces 2025 Board of Trustees and Leadership
Published: Monday December 16th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Nate Kogler will serve as chair of ISEA's newly elected 2025 Board of Trustees.
OSHA Updates PPE Rules for Construction Workers
Published: Monday December 16th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The revision requires each worker is provided with properly fitting equipment.
Michigan OSHA Awards $870,000 in Grants to Boost Worker Safety
Published: Friday December 13th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
MIOSHA has committed $870,000 in grants to support safety and health training across Michigan workplaces.
Cleveland Manufacturer Faces OSHA Citations After Two Worker Amputations
Published: Friday December 13th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
G&S Metal Products Co. Inc. faces $182,293 for safety violations involving unguarded machinery.
New Products Round-Up: Friday, Dec. 13, 2024
Published: Friday December 13th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
This week’s new safety products enhance workplace safety and productivity with solutions like safety showers, safety harnesses, safety air guns and earplug holders.
MSHA Finalizes Updates Safety Standards for Electric Motor-Driven Mine Equipment
Published: Thursday December 12th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
MSHA has updated safety standards for electric mine equipment, offering flexible compliance options to improve miner safety in hazardous conditions.