News from the Safety Industry
Trench Safety Stand Down Highlights Ongoing Risks Despite Decline in Fatalities
Published: Tuesday June 17th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
As fatalities decline, safety advocates urge workers to stay vigilant during Trench Safety Stand Down Week by reviewing life-saving practices like “Trench Safety by the Numbers.”
Idaho Grocery Chain Fined 250K for Employing Minors in Hazardous Jobs
Published: Tuesday June 17th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Swensen’s Magic Markets violated federal child labor laws by assigning dangerous tasks to underage workers and failing to pay overtime.
AI in Safety: From Hype to Real-World Impact
Published: Tuesday June 17th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
How artificial intelligence is already improving safety inspections, reporting, and risk forecasting—and where it still falls short.
Nationwide Week of Action Launches to Demand Heat Protections for U.S. Workers
Published: Tuesday June 17th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
National COSH and allies mobilize across the U.S. as OSHA begins hearings on historic federal heat safety rule.
NFPA Celebrates Global Safety Excellence at 2025 Stars at Night Awards
Published: Monday June 16th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The National Fire Protection Association honored trailblazers in fire, electrical, and life safety at its 2025 gala in Las Vegas, spotlighting leaders and innovations that are shaping safer communities worldwide.
Welding PPE: Why One Missing Glove Can Change Everything
Published: Monday June 16th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
From toxic fumes to flying sparks, welding demands full-body protection and smarter gear choices to stay safe and compliant.
Florida Enacts Sweeping Fire Fighter Health and Safety Reforms
Published: Friday June 13th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
New legislation signed at the state fire fighter convention addresses mental health, toxic gear, and work conditions with broad bipartisan support.
HHS Proposes Eliminating NIOSH in FY 2026 Budget Overhaul
Published: Friday June 13th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
A proposed HHS reorganization would dissolve NIOSH, merging its worker safety programs into the new Administration for a Healthy America.
U.S. Firefighter Deaths Hit Near-Record Low in 2024
Published: Friday June 13th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
New findings highlight progress in safety practices while underscoring persistent risks tied to overexertion and cardiac health.
Prevention Is the Priority: Rethinking Safety for Small Business Workforces
Published: Friday June 13th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Small businesses can boost safety and cut costs by making prevention part of daily routines—not just a reaction to accidents.
