News from the Safety Industry

OSHA Appoints Scott Ketcham as Deputy Assistant Secretary

Published: Wednesday January 22nd 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Scott Ketcham, OSHA's new deputy assistant secretary, brings over 20 years of OSHA experience and a strong background in safety enforcement and leadership.

ASSP Opens Registration for Safety 2025 Conference and Expo

Published: Tuesday January 21st 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
ASSP’s annual event heads to Orlando, Florida, from July 22-24, 2025.

OSHA Cites Storm Pipe Cleaner for Safety Failures After Fatal Explosion

Published: Tuesday January 21st 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
OSHA investigators highlighted the dangers of pressurized pipe plugs in the aftermath of a fatal explosion in Port St. Lucie, Florida.

MSHA Finds 119 Violations in December 2024 Impact Inspections

Published: Monday January 20th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
MSHA conducted 13 mine inspections in December 2024, uncovering 119 violations.

OSHA Partners with NSC and Road to Zero Coalition to Address Workplace Motor Vehicle Fatalities

Published: Monday January 20th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The collaboration aims to reduce transportation-related workplace fatalities by promoting safe driving practices.

OSHA Ends COVID-19 Healthcare Rulemaking

Published: Friday January 17th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The agency’s focus now shifts to broader infectious disease protections in healthcare.

Perdue Farms Will Pay $4 Million After Child Labor Violations

Published: Friday January 17th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The young workers were permitted to use hazardous equipment during work hours.

OSHA Cites Soap Manufacturer for Putting Workers at Risk After Hazardous Gas Release

Published: Thursday January 16th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
A hazardous gas release at soap manufacturer AFCO hospitalized 12 workers, leading to OSHA citations and over $161,310 in penalties.

Washington L&I Fines Business Owners for Asbestos Removal Violations

Published: Thursday January 16th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Two Vancouver house flippers face $116,300 in fines for improper asbestos removal during a renovation project.

BCSP and CIDC Partner to Advance Safety Standards in Construction

Published: Wednesday January 15th 2025
Source: OHS Online Magazine
BCSP partners with India’s CIDC to promote global safety standards and workforce development in the construction industry, enhancing safety practices and professional certification pathways.

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