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States Increasingly Require Employers to Provide Paid Sick Leave— but Even More States Block Local Paid Sick Policies

No federal regulation and uneven state paid sick leave laws put workers in certain states and industries at risk.

U.S. Department of Labor Urges Healthcare Facilities and Providers to Employ Safety and Health Programs as Worker Illness and Injury Rates Skyrocket

National Caregivers Day is a reminder of the importance of protecting those who protect us.

The National Transportation Safety Board Outlines Pittsburgh Bridge Collapse

PennDOT announces selection of the team to rebuild fallen Fern Hollow Bridge.

Five Reasons to use Cold Formed Steel Construction for Project

Cold Formed Steel (CFS), also known as light gauge steel (LGS), construction is a practical, code approved solution to many of the limitations that builders face today when using traditional construction materials. Here are five key reasons why the CFS construction methods using advanced construction automation systems are better than traditional building methods.

Incident investigations are a Challenge but Increase Contractors' Safety

Taking advantage of teachable moments and harboring a safe environment to discuss dangers are key to avoiding preventable loss.

U.S. Department of Labor Schedules Meeting of the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health

NACOSH Heat Injury and Illness Work Group will hold the initial meeting on February 25.

Episode 125

How to Lead Effective Safety Training

Looking to improve your safety training programs? Editor Sydny Shepard discusses three was to develop training that is worthwhile and impactful to employees.

Investigation of Worker’s Fatal Fall finds Henderson Sawmill, Pallet Manufacturer Exposed Workers to Willful, Serious Hazards

W.D. Townley and Son Lumber Company Inc. faces $389K in penalties.

U.S. Department of Labor Investigation Finds Methylene Chloride and Other Workplace Hazards at Bergen County Manufacturing Facility

Sinclair & Rush Inc. faces nearly $130K in proposed penalties.

U.S. Department of Labor Schedules Meeting of the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health

NACOSH Heat Injury and Illness Work Group will hold its initial meeting on February 25, 2022.

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Mancomm Launches RegLogic Platform for OSHA and Safety Regulations

The new RegLogic platform provides safety professionals with streamlined, continuously updated digital access to OSHA and workplace safety regulations to support compliance and training. Read Now
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NSC Report Highlights Progress and Gaps in MSD Prevention

The National Safety Council’s 2024–2025 MSD Solutions Index Pledge Community Report finds many organizations strengthening safety culture but urges clearer risk-reduction goals and broader adoption of MSD prevention tools and technologies. Read Now
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Modern Industrial Hygiene: Building Smarter, Data-Driven Exposure Assessment Programs

A veteran industrial hygienist examines how exposure assessment has evolved—and why today’s IH programs must integrate smarter strategies, stronger analytical quality and a deeper understanding of real-world variability to truly protect workers. Read Now
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San Francisco Fire Department Becomes Largest in U.S. to Adopt Non-PFAS Turnout Gear

Following the nation’s first municipal ban on PFAS in firefighter gear, San Francisco equips its entire frontline force with non-PFAS turnout gear to reduce exposure risks while maintaining NFPA performance standards. Read Now
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ASSP SafetyFOCUS Program Offers Targeted Education for Safety Professionals

The SafetyFOCUS education program offers expert-led training to help safety professionals build practical skills, earn CEUs and address evolving workplace safety challenges. Read Now
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What Employers Should Expect from OSHA’s Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Federal deregulation is slowing OSHA’s rulemaking, but targeted proposals—such as exemptions for inherently risky activities and continued heat-safety efforts—signal selective regulatory shifts. At the same time, states are advancing their own standards, creating a more complex compliance environment for employers. Read Now
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Intelligent Safety Systems Are Transforming Industrial Operations
Next-generation detection technology and human-first design are turning safety into a performance advantage, giving operators greater confidence and improving workflow efficiency.
As Employers Push AI Adoption, EHS Faces New Pressure to Use Technology Safely and Responsibly
Companies are rapidly making AI use an expectation for employees, but the shift brings new challenges for EHS professionals who must balance productivity gains with protecting sensitive personal, operational, and proprietary information.
Why AI Alone Can't Keep Young Workers Safe on the Job
As AI tools become part of everyday work, employers are using technology to detect hazards and strengthen training—but true protection for young and inexperienced workers still requires awareness, communication, and a strong safety culture.

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States Increasingly Require Employers to Provide Paid Sick Leave— but Even More States Block Local Paid Sick Policies

U.S. Department of Labor Urges Healthcare Facilities and Providers to Employ Safety and Health Programs as Worker Illness and Injury Rates Skyrocket

The National Transportation Safety Board Outlines Pittsburgh Bridge Collapse

Five Reasons to use Cold Formed Steel Construction for Project

Incident investigations are a Challenge but Increase Contractors' Safety

U.S. Department of Labor Schedules Meeting of the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health

How to Lead Effective Safety Training

Investigation of Worker’s Fatal Fall finds Henderson Sawmill, Pallet Manufacturer Exposed Workers to Willful, Serious Hazards

U.S. Department of Labor Investigation Finds Methylene Chloride and Other Workplace Hazards at Bergen County Manufacturing Facility

U.S. Department of Labor Schedules Meeting of the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health

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Mancomm Launches RegLogic Platform for OSHA and Safety Regulations

NSC Report Highlights Progress and Gaps in MSD Prevention

Modern Industrial Hygiene: Building Smarter, Data-Driven Exposure Assessment Programs

San Francisco Fire Department Becomes Largest in U.S. to Adopt Non-PFAS Turnout Gear

ASSP SafetyFOCUS Program Offers Targeted Education for Safety Professionals

What Employers Should Expect from OSHA’s Evolving Regulatory Landscape

What Employers Should Expect from OSHA’s Evolving Regulatory Landscape

ASSP SafetyFOCUS Program Offers Targeted Education for Safety Professionals

San Francisco Fire Department Becomes Largest in U.S. to Adopt Non-PFAS Turnout Gear

As Employers Push AI Adoption, EHS Faces New Pressure to Use Technology Safely and Responsibly

Intelligent Safety Systems Are Transforming Industrial Operations

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What Employers Should Expect from OSHA’s Evolving Regulatory Landscape

ASSP SafetyFOCUS Program Offers Targeted Education for Safety Professionals

San Francisco Fire Department Becomes Largest in U.S. to Adopt Non-PFAS Turnout Gear

As Employers Push AI Adoption, EHS Faces New Pressure to Use Technology Safely and Responsibly

Intelligent Safety Systems Are Transforming Industrial Operations

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