News from the Safety Industry

"By preventing routine government collection of information that may be quite sensitive, including descriptions of workers' injuries and body parts affected, OSHA is avoiding the risk that such information might be publicly disclosed under the Freedom of Information Act," the agency's Jan. 24 news release said.

January 24, 2019 Contact:  Office of Communications Phone: 202-693-1999

Noah's Ark Processors LLC faces penalties of $182,926 for 16 serious safety violations. OSHA cited the company for process safety management program deficiencies, failing to guard roof openings, and electrical safety and lockout/tagout violations.

“Today more women than men earn bachelor’s degrees, but women are still underrepresented in STEM fields,” said Nick Smith, interim president and CEO of the National Safety Council. “Women should always have a seat at the safety table, and this grant from The UPS Foundation will help NSC efforts to identify, advance and celebrate those opportunities.”

The grant helps the New York State Department of Labor provide disaster relief jobs and employment services to eligible individuals in counties impacted by widespread opioid use, addiction, and overdoses. Funding has been approved up to $5,591,446, with an initial award of $1,863,815.

January 23, 2019 U.S. Department of Labor Publishes New Frequently Asked Questions on Controlling Silica in General Industry

January 23, 2019 U.S. Department of Labor Cites Florida Cafeteria for Burn and Chemical Hazards; Faces $134,880 in Penalties

January 23, 2019            U.S. Department of Labor Cites Florida Roofing Contractor For Exposing Employees to Dangerous Falls

January 23, 2019   

Among the report's 10 recommendations are a universal labor guarantee that protects fundamental workers' rights, an adequate living wage, limits on hours of work, and safe and healthy workplaces.