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Building a Safety-First Culture

Building a Safety-First Culture

Building a safety-first culture in the workplace is crucial for reducing incidents, improving productivity, and ensuring long-term business success.

5 Tips to Maintain Water Trucks on the Construction Site

Proper maintenance of water trucks on construction sites is essential for optimal performance and safety on the job site.

OSHA Fines Illinois Contractor for Repeated Fall Protection Violations

OSHA Fines Illinois Contractor for Repeated Fall Protection Violations

Miller Building Systems LLC faces $354,912 in proposed penalties.

Systems Safety: The Critical Role of Human Factors and Ergonomics

Effective workplace safety relies on tailored solutions incorporating human factors and ergonomics to address industry-specific risks and cultivate a proactive safety culture.

New Report Uncovers Key Challenges in Manufacturing Amid Labor Shortage

New Report Uncovers Key Challenges in Manufacturing Amid Labor Shortage

The manufacturing industry could require 3.8 million jobs to be filled within the next decade.

Integrating Technology in Workplace Safety: The Role of AI and IoT

Integrating Technology in Workplace Safety: The Role of AI and IoT

Integrating AI and IoT into workplace safety enhances predictive analytics, real-time monitoring and proactive risk management to significantly reduce accidents and improve overall safety.

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"Can't Rather than Don't" Makes Injuries Impossible

The "can't rather than don't" principle emphasizes using engineering controls to make safety incidents physically impossible, rather than relying on administrative controls that depend on worker vigilance.

OSHA Cites Texas Steel Company for Ongoing Safety Hazards

OSHA Cites Texas Steel Company for Ongoing Safety Hazards

Kyoei Steel, the operator of Vinton Steel LLC, faces $269,631 in penalties for repeat and serious safety violations.



Assessing Respiratory Hazards and Risks During Disasters

Expert Dennis Terpin discusses the various respiratory issues involved in disaster response and the key components of a respiratory protection program in disaster scenarios.

Sound Construction Inc. Faces $394,083 in Fine for Fatal Trench Collapse

Sound Construction Inc. Faces $394,083 in Fines for Fatal Trench Collapse

OSHA cited the Easton, Connecticut-based company with similar violations in 2016.

OSHA Finds Contractor Endangered Workers in Unguarded Trenches

OSHA Finds Contractor Endangered Workers in Unguarded Trenches

Boston Waterproofing & Construction Corp. faces $451,694 in penalties for the violations.

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A nudge-led approach to hand safety

Did you know that small changes "nudges" in the environment can influence safer decisions and promote positive behavior? This theory is a concept in behavioral science that proposes subtle, indirect suggestions can effectively influence the behavior and decision-making processes of individuals and groups.

Washington Roofing Companies Face Over $1 Million in Fines for Repeated Safety Violations

Washington Roofing Companies Face Over $1 Million in Fines for Repeated Safety Violations

The companies repeatedly failed to ensure worker safety, leading to severe penalties.

Dollar General Settles with OSHA to Enhance Workplace Safety

Dollar General Settles with OSHA to Enhance Workplace Safety

The company will pay penalties totaling $12 million and must enhance safety measures nationwide.

OSHA Finds Alabama Concrete Contractor Violated Worker Safety Following Fatal Struck-By Incident

OSHA Finds Alabama Concrete Contractor Violated Worker Safety Following Fatal Struck-By Incident

Moundville, Alabama-based Ballard Contractors Inc. faces eight citations as a result of the investigation.

DOL Announces Up to $1 Million in Grants to Enhance Mine Safety Training

DOL Announces Up to $1 Million in Grants to Enhance Mine Safety Training

The funds will go to education and training programs addressing safety hazards affecting the mining community.

The Perfect PPE Fit Is Out There… Using Advanced Technology To Properly Fit Men & Women Workers

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The Perfect PPE Fit Is Out There Using Advanced Technology To Properly Fit Men and Women Workers

Developing technology is a key component of the industrial world – to automate, streamline, simplify and advance.

OSHA Finds Cleaning Contractor Exposed Workers to Safety Hazards Following Worker Death

OSHA Finds Cleaning Contractor Exposed Workers to Safety Hazards Following Worker Death

Qualawash Holdings LLC faced similar violations during an OSHA investigation in 2020.

Pennsylvania Roofing Contractor Exposed Children to Deadly Hazards

Pennsylvania Roofing Contractor Exposed Children to Deadly Hazards

S&L Roofing, Gutters, and Siding LLC faces five safety violations and $64,759 in proposed penalties.

Medical Center in Virginia Cited for Failing to Provide Employees with Safe Workplace

Medical Center in Arizona Cited for Failing to Provide Employees with Safe Workplace

Bob Stump VA Medical Center faced similar violations during a 2019 OSHA investigation.

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