News from the Safety Industry

State officials cite federal workforce reductions and funding shifts behind the FMLI delay, impacting thousands of Maryland employees and employers.

The annual event provides an opportunity for businesses and employees to recognize safety achievements, assess workplace hazards, and discuss strategies to protect workers from harm.

Health officials said the case involves an adult male farm worker who had contact with deceased commercial poultry.

Nevada OSHA has adopted federal OSHA’s new rule requiring properly fitting PPE in construction.

If confirmed, Keeling looks forward to working with key Labor Department officials to advance OSHA’s mission.

Large-scale construction projects involving drilling and demolition generate significant dust, requiring teams to navigate these challenging working conditions.

The Department of Industrial Relations has posted guidance for employers and workers on how to proceed rapidly and safely.

Workplace safety methods focus on controls implementation, while Human Operational Performance Theory (HOPT) focuses on risk reduction and safety improvement.

U-Haul was fined $231,000 for knowingly exposing workers to asbestos.

The Spell It Out toolkit provides guidance on avoiding unnecessary jargon, using plain language principles, and fostering an inclusive work environment.