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New Survey Reveals Statistics on Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder in US

New Survey Reveals Statistics on Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder in US

Mental illness affected 22.8 percent of U.S. adults in 2021, according to the survey results.

New Jersey Contractor Cited Again After OSHA Finds Workers Exposed to Fall Hazards

The new citations come with a proposed penalty of $584,333.

DOL Reveals 2023 Changes to OSHA’s Civil Penalties

DOL Reveals 2023 Changes to OSHA Civil Penalties

The maximum penalties for other-than-serious, serious and willful or repeated violations increased this year.

New NIOSH Challenge Focuses on Respirator Fit Evaluation

New NIOSH Challenge Focuses on Respirator Fit Evaluation

The challenge invites people to submit ideas on making fit-testing practices better.

Safety Guidelines: Eight Tips For a Safer Workplace

Safety Guidelines: Eight Tips For a Safer Workplace

From hazard assessment to safety training, there are numerous actions employers can take to protect employees. Here are just a few.

How Occupational Health Technicians Build Trust and Improve Worksite Health

How Occupational Health Technicians Build Trust and Improve Worksite Health

OHTs can play vital roles in a multitude of industries.

Deadline Approaching for Specific Employers to Submit 2022 Workplace Injury, Illness Data

Deadline Approaching for Specific Employers to Submit 2022 Workplace Injury, Illness Data

Employers who meet the requirements have a deadline of March 2, 2023, to electronically submit Form 300A.



Judge Affirms 2020 Penalties, Citations Issued to Contractor Following Worker’s Death

Judge Affirms Penalties, Citations Issued to Contractor Following Worker’s Death

The telecommunications contractor received the citations and penalties in June 2020.

PGMA Seeking Comments on Portable Generator Standard Proposed Revisions

PGMA Seeking Comments on Portable Generator Standard Proposed Revisions

People interested in commenting can contact PGMA.

Keeping Workers Safe from Crane Hazards

Keeping Workers Safe from Crane Hazards

Incidents involving cranes led to over 400 nonfatal injuries in 2020.

OH&S Changes: An Update from Our Editorial Team

Episode 183

OH&S Changes: An Update from Our Editorial Team

In this episode, Sydny Shepard says farewell and ushers in a new era of editorial leadership for Occupational Health & Safety.

OSHA Proposes Penalties for Fencing Contractor After Worker Trapped Under Equipment Fatally Injured

OSHA Proposes Penalties for Fencing Contractor After Worker Trapped Under Equipment Fatally Injured

OSHA said the contractor did not offer PPE and “illegally modified” a piece of equipment.

7 Reasons Even the Smallest Offices Need a Fire Safety Plan

7 Reasons Even the Smallest Offices Need a Fire Safety Plan

Having a fire safety plan in place can save lives.

Better Ways to Improve Worker Health and Safety in Small to Midsize Businesses

Better Ways to Improve Worker Health and Safety in Small to Midsize Businesses

What role can tax incentives, subsidies and grant programs can play in a business?

OSHA Recognizes CT Power Generation Facility with ‘Star’ Status Again

OSHA Recognizes CT Power Generation Facility with ‘Star’ Status Again

The location was first recognized for its work in employee health and safety in 2004.

TX Company Faces $250K in Proposed Penalties After Two Workers Die from Trench Collapse

Texas Company Faces $250K in Proposed Penalties After Two Workers Die from Trench Collapse

OSHA cited the construction company for a lack of a trench protective system, among other violations.

Top Ways to Create a Healthier Workplace in 2023

Episode 182

Top Ways to Create a Healthier Workplace in 2023

Happy New Year! Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard discusses ways to prioritize health at work in 2023.

Working Effectively with Your Trickiest Colleague: Jack Frost

Working Effectively with Your Trickiest Colleague: Jack Frost

Here’s how to work safely in cold weather.

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