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The companies face $648,094 in proposed fines, and three were cited for willful violations, meaning OSHA believes they knowingly ignored excavation safety rules.
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The initial round is expected to support training for 631 workers, part of an estimated $4 million in federally funded grants.
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Snohomish Fire crews now set heavy equipment pulled from their trucks on a utility cart rather than the ground.
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Police said Cal/OSHA was briefed and county prosecutors are helping investigate, while the medical examiner handles the death inquiry.
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A state investigation identified an overloaded crane, inadequate operator training and a lack of equipment inspections as contributing factors in the fatal lifting incident.
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From schools and hospitals to commercial buildings, construction teams must coordinate vehicle and pedestrian traffic to protect workers and the public while facilities remain operational.
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As state laws and workplace risks evolve, more employers are reexamining how they protect employees who work alone.
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A newly signed law strengthens procedures for investigating serious workplace incidents and expands potential criminal liability for certain safety violations.
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The awards will be presented March 2, 2027, at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland.
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International working groups will examine occupational health risks, smart protective equipment and oversight of AI tools.
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Six contractor employees have been struck and killed on Caltrans highway projects since Aug. 10.
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He had run the department as acting secretary since April and served as deputy secretary before that.
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The device sent data for nearly three hours during a normal workday, but researchers say accurate sweat readings need more testing.
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The public can attend in Albany or New York City or watch the meeting via livestream.
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Hot workplaces can wear workers down, but a few simple steps can help managers spot and reduce the problem.
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The agency urges employers to take precautions when using fuel-burning equipment as colder weather increases the potential for workplace carbon monoxide exposure.
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A worker installing a storm sewer was killed when a 12-foot-deep trench collapsed, prompting citations for alleged cave-in, inspection and access hazards.
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VPPPA Executive Director Chris Williams reflects on the 2026 Safety+ Symposium and discusses the association’s priorities for VPP and workplace safety in 2027.
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