News from the Safety Industry
NIOSH Employees Reinstated After Legal Ruling and Political Pressure Halt Layoffs
Published: Friday May 16th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
More than 100 NIOSH workers in West Virginia are back on the job after a federal injunction and bipartisan advocacy reversed controversial layoffs tied to a federal restructuring plan.
Friday New Products Round Up for May 16, 2025
Published: Friday May 16th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
This week’s roundup features J.J. Keller’s tailored onsite safety training, Hemco’s ready-to-install emergency safety shower, Nightstick’s motion-activated Dual-Light headlamp, and Baffin’s rugged unisex safety boots for extreme worksites.
Mackenzie Holds Hearing on OSHA’s Mission and Regulatory Overreach
Published: Thursday May 15th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
A House subcommittee hearing examined OSHA's recent actions and explored how to refocus the agency on workplace safety without overstepping its authority.
Labor and Safety Groups File Suit to Restore NIOSH Programs
Published: Thursday May 15th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Labor and safety groups sued to reverse staffing and program cuts at NIOSH, citing risks to worker health.
May Marks Safe Jobs for Youth Month in California
Published: Thursday May 15th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Statewide campaign highlights teen worker safety with resources for youth, employers, and educators.
Department of Labor Sues USPS for Retaliating Against Injured Texas Worker
Published: Thursday May 15th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The lawsuit alleges the U.S. Postal Service violated federal whistleblower protections by firing an employee just 10 days after they reported a job-related injury while delivering mail.
Toxic turnout gear: The fight to protect firefighters from PFAS exposure
Published: Wednesday May 14th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
A growing body of evidence reveals that PFAS in firefighter turnout gear is a serious occupational health threat, prompting urgent calls for federal legislation, research funding and safer alternatives.
NSC Funds Innovative Solutions to Protect Workers from Heat Hazards
Published: Wednesday May 14th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Over $140K awarded to test new tech solutions that prevent heat-related illnesses and deaths on the job.
Toxic Turnout Gear: The Fight to Protect Firefighters from PFAS Exposure
Published: Wednesday May 14th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
A growing body of evidence reveals that PFAS in firefighter turnout gear is a serious occupational health threat, prompting urgent calls for federal legislation, research funding and safer alternatives.
MSHA’s TRAM Conference to Spotlight Innovation in Mine Safety Training
Published: Tuesday May 13th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Hundreds of mine safety trainers will gather at the National Mine Health and Safety Academy to explore the latest tools, techniques, and best practices in miner education.
