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Washington L&I Finalizes Rule on Safety and Health Retaliation

Rule updates replace “discrimination” with “retaliation” terminology and revise worker protection language in Title 296 WAC.

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Fire Safety on Jobsites: How to Prevent and Prepare for an Emergency

Construction jobsites are filled with hidden fire hazards, especially during hot work—here’s how to reduce risks, equip crews, and stay ready when seconds count.

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AI, PSIFs, and the Future of Proactive EHS Risk Management

Why traditional safety metrics fail to prevent serious injuries and fatalities—and how AI helps EHS teams identify PSIF risks before life-altering events occur.

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DOL Offers $98 Million to Expand Youth Pre-Apprenticeship Programs

Funding through the YouthBuild program aims to prepare young people ages 16–24 for careers in construction, manufacturing, IT and health care through training and apprenticeship pathways.

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Ten Years On: How Foresight Reshaped the Meaning of Safety Excellence

A decade of change in safety practice highlights the growing importance of foresight in managing risk and organizational performance.

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Younger Trades Workers Report Gaps in Asbestos Training and Safety Trust

New data highlight differences in preparedness, training, and employer trust as Gen Z and millennial workers encounter legacy hazards on older job sites.

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The Business Case for Safety When Budgets Are Tight

As organizations face tightening budgets and economic pressure, occupational health and safety is often viewed as a discretionary expense. Global data and risk-based frameworks tell a different story—one in which underinvestment in safety leads to predictable human, legal, and financial consequences.

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Five Safety Technology Shifts for Lone Workers in 2026

As digital safety tools become central to occupational health, organizations are rethinking how they protect lone and vulnerable workers through automation, smarter communication, flexible protocols and stronger safety cultures.



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Spotting the Early Signs of Sensory Loss in the Workplace

Occupational health professionals play a critical role in spotting early indicators of sensory loss. Knowing when to refer for a workplace assessment can prevent burnout, improve retention, and ensure employees receive the adjustments they need before issues escalate.

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Labor Department Launches Apprenticeship Initiative for Advanced Manufacturing Jobs

The new federal program aims to expand registered apprenticeships in advanced manufacturing, strengthening workforce training and supporting safer performance in safety-sensitive roles.

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