News from the Safety Industry

OSHA clarified when work-related lithium-ion battery injuries must be recorded on employer injury and illness logs and highlighted key battery safety hazards.

The bipartisan legislation would require OSHA to guide employers on incorporating naloxone and overdose response training into emergency preparedness plans as overdose fatalities continue to rise nationwide.

February 10, 2026

AI is rapidly expanding in construction safety, but poor implementation can create alert fatigue, mistrust, and a false sense of security. Workforce-centered deployment is critical for real risk reduction.

The Fire Protection Research Foundation is launching a new research project to better understand direct current arc flash hazards as DC-powered systems become more common in the workplace.

February 9, 2026

Construction accidents often increase near the end of a shift due to fatigue, distraction, rushed work, and changing site conditions.

Ergonomics training is only effective if workers and supervisors truly understand it—plain language reduces confusion, improves engagement, and strengthens injury prevention efforts.

The National Safety Council is backing the revised ASTM E2920-26 standard, saying it offers clearer guidance for identifying and reducing serious injury and fatality risks.

National COSH and Arizona workers urged ADOSH to adopt an enforceable heat standard during a public hearing focused on workplace heat safety protections.