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Americans are Shown to be Some of the Most Stressed-Out People in the World

Americans are Shown to be Some of the Most Stressed-Out People in the World

A new report finds the U.S. and Canada exceed the rest of the globe’s stress levels.

Enterprise AI for Industrial Companies Must Address Worker Alarm Fatigue-- A Third Generation of Technology is Doing Just That.

Enterprise AI for Industrial Companies Must Address Worker Alarm Fatigue-- A Third Generation of Technology is Doing Just That

If we want to really capture value with new technology, we’re going to have to devote more thought to the people in our organizations who can best harness and benefit most from that new tech.

OSHA Repeated Inspections Find Tortilla Factory Continuously Exposed Workers to Amputation Dangers

OSHA Repeated Inspections Find Tortilla Factory Continuously Exposed Workers to Amputation Dangers

El Milagro out of San Marcos, TX was cited for seven repeat, serious violations.

Recent Accident is a Stark Reminder of the Dangers of Nitrogen in the Workplace

Recent Accident is a Stark Reminder of the Dangers of Nitrogen in the Workplace

It is important to understand the dangers of nitrogen in the workplace and the safety measures that should be implemented to avoid injury.

OSHA Implements Program to Prevent Workers from Hearing Loss in Hazardous Noise Settings

OSHA Implements Program to Prevent Workers from Hearing Loss in Hazardous Noise Settings

More than half of workers don’t use PPE to protect their hearing.

Emergency Temporary Standard for Healthcare Workers is in Effect

Emergency Temporary Standard for Healthcare Workers is in Effect

Due to COVID-19, regulations and precautions continue to change in the workplace.

California Governor Gavin Newsom Signs a New Set of COVID-19 Orders

California Governor Gavin Newsom Signs a New Set of COVID-19 Orders

Cal/OSHA releases new proposed guidelines for fully vaccinated people after receiving backlash from the previous set of rules.

Rehydrate, Rest, Repeat: Summer Safety Reminders for Outdoor Workers

Rehydrate, Rest, Repeat: Summer Safety Reminders for Outdoor Workers

Recognizing the signs and symptoms of HRIs and preparing employees for warmer weather are critical to creating a sustainable, healthy workforce during warmer months.



OSHA Announces COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard for Healthcare Workers

Episode 77

OSHA Announces COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard for Healthcare Workers

OSHA has issued the long-awaited Emergency Temporary Standard to protect against COVID-19. The ETS does not, however, cover all workers. Who does it cover? Listen to find out.

OSHA Issues an Emergency Temporary Standard to Protect Healthcare Workers from COVID-19

OSHA Issues an Emergency Temporary Standard to Protect Healthcare Workers from COVID-19

A new standard as well as new guidelines for industries are released as we inch closer to a safe potential ending.

NSC Partners with Amazon to Battle MSDs in Unique Collaboration

NSC Partners with Amazon to Battle MSDs in Unique Collaboration

The National Safety Council and Amazon have announced a five-year partnership that looks to prevent common musculoskeletal injuries.

Oregon OSHA will Repeal Some Parts of COVID-19 Rules in Most Settings

Oregon OSHA will Repeal Some Parts of COVID-19 Rules in Most Settings

If the 70 percent vaccination goal is met, COVID-19 rules in Oregon will be eased.

There is Proof that People Who Wore Masks Were the Least Likely to Get Sick with COVID-19

There is Proof that People Who Wore Masks Were the Least Likely to Get Sick with COVID-19

A study conducted shows masks actually did help people from getting sick and spreading the disease, contrary to certain beliefs.

California is on Track to Remove Masks in the Workplace

California is on Track to Remove Masks in the Workplace

Fully vaccinated employees are inching towards taking off their masks at work as long as their coworkers follow their lead.

OSHA Creates a Partnership with Obrascón Huarte Lain North America to Promote Workplace Safety

OSHA Creates a Partnership with Obrascón Huarte Lain North America to Promote Workplace Safety

OHL North America, OSHA as well as the University of South Florida strive for safety on the South Corridor Rapid Transit project.

Two Workers are Dead after a Lack of Hazardous Energy Control Safeguards

Two Workers are Dead after a Lack of Hazardous Energy Control Safeguards

An unexpected steam release was the cause of death for two employees at the Department of Veterans' Affairs.

Staying Safe: Battling Distractions, Peer Pressure and Complacency

Episode 76

Staying Safe: Battling Distractions, Peer Pressure and Complacency

In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses how safety can be impeded by outside distractions, peer pressure and complacency. How can you create a company culture that keeps safety top of mind despite these issues?

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Broadway Stagehand's Fatal Fall Leads to OSHA Citation

Federal regulators cited the Broadway theater owner of the Shubert Organization for the death of an employee as well as four safety violations.

Safety in the Renewable Energy Industry

Safety in the Renewable Energy Industry

There are many benefits to renewable energy.

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