News from the Safety Industry
Ice Cream Plant Receives OSHA Fines Following Chemical Exposure Report
Published: Tuesday January 30th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Madison, Wisconsin-based Schoep’s Ice Cream faces proposed penalties of $145,097.
MSHA Cited 247 Violations in December 2023 Mine Inspections
Published: Tuesday January 30th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The agency identified a total of 2,739 violations throughout 2023.
OSHA’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety Meets in February
Published: Monday January 29th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The meeting, set for Feb. 22, 2024, is available for both in-person and virtual attendance.
Tailoring Injury Prevention for a Diverse Age Group in the Workplace
Published: Monday January 29th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Let’s delve into how to craft effective injury prevention strategies that resonate with every age group, underscoring the importance of a customized approach to ensure workplace safety and well-being.
Leeco Steel Celebrates an Accident-Free Decade at Its Houston Branch
Published: Friday January 26th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The company has also marked more than five years accident-free at seven of its 10 North American facilities.
NLRB and OSHA to Enhance Enforcement Cooperation
Published: Friday January 26th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The NLRB and OSHA enhance enforcement cooperation with a new MOU, impacting employer risks and rights during inspections, and potentially affecting workplace safety and union activities.
OSHA, National Demolition Association Extend Partnership for Worker Safety
Published: Thursday January 25th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The five-year agreement will focus on industry-specific hazards in the workplace.
4 Ways to Move Safer and More Efficiently on the Construction Site
Published: Thursday January 25th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
On-site athletic trainers can help introduce construction workers to movement techniques and exercises that will reduce injuries and improve efficiency.
OSHA Finds SK Battery America Inc. Exposed Workers to Hazardous Metals
Published: Wednesday January 24th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The company faces $75,449 in proposed penalties for six serious violations.
Meeting the Unique Needs of Off-Shift Workers Requires a Focus on Mental Health and Wellness
Published: Wednesday January 24th 2024
Source: OHS Online Magazine
For site leadership, combatting burnout means meeting the unique needs of off-shift workers through programs and initiatives that support their whole health and wellness.