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Episode 121

Detailing What We Know About OSHA's Incoming Heat Standard

OSHA has confirmed that it will publish a standard on extreme heat. Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard takes a look at what might be included in the final rule.

Several Employees were Hospitalized Following COVID-19 Exposure at an Ohio Auto-Parts Supplier

The company was cited for failing to enforce CDC and company policies for mask wearing and social distancing.

U.S. Department of Labor Cites Florida Company After Worker Dies as Temperatures Inched Towards 100 Degrees in National Forest

OSHA finds Earthbalance Corp. exposed workers to dangers of heat exposure.

Five Potential Solutions to Driver Shortages

U.S. Department of Labor Cites Medical Center for Inadequate Workplace Violence Safeguards for Employees

U.S. Department of Labor Cites Manufacturer for 48 Safety, Health Violations Following Employee's Death

PM Engineered Solutions of Watertown, Connecticut faces $236K in penalties.

Departments of Labor and Education, Federal Communications Commission, National Telecommunications and Information Administration announce members of Telecommunications Workforce Working Group

The U.S. Supreme Court Halts Covid-19 Vaccine Rule for Businesses

The major push to boost vaccination rates stopped.

Episode 120

Blocked by SCOTUS: The Latest on OSHA’s Test-and-Mask Mandate

The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a stay on OSHA's ETS to protect workers from Covid-19. In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the history of the ETS, from inception to SCOTUS block.

CDC Recommends Better Masks Against Omicron Variant

The agency is likely to say people who can wear N95 or KN95 masks should do so.

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Why OSHA Enforcement is Intensifying in 2026

From reactive to predictive. Learn why "calm" regs don't mean relaxed enforcement and how to prep for high-stakes audits. Read Now
Summer Hazards

How Technology Is Transforming Heat Stress Prevention in the Workplace

Traditional heat safety programs often rely on generalized thresholds and reactive symptom reporting. New tools like PPG wearables, WBGT monitoring systems, and cooling innovations are helping safety teams take a more proactive approach. Read Now
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San Jose Sheet Metal Company Faces $212K+ Fine After Amputation

The Cal/OSHA issued $212,850 in penalties to All FAB Precision Sheetmetal Inc. following a repeat injury. Read Now
The "Safety Program Trap" and Why It Keeps Winning

Safety performance does not improve through isolated programs. It improves when organizations align strategy, leadership, and culture to build sustainable capacity. Read Now
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Miami Concrete Manufacturer Cited by OSHA After Worker's Fatal Injury

Adonel Concrete Corp. faces more than $58K in penalties following a July 2025 incident involving inadequate machine guarding and safety protocols. Read Now
Oregon OSHA Updates Workplace Safety Program Directives

State regulators release revised enforcement instructions to guide employers through evolving compliance requirements and inspection protocols. Read Now

Artificial Intelligence

How AI Is Changing Confined Space Atmospheric Monitoring
Confined spaces are dynamic environments where gas levels, airflow, and temperature can shift in seconds. AI-based atmospheric intelligence is helping safety teams move beyond threshold alarms to predictive, real-time risk interpretation.
ASSP White Paper Explores AI's Impact on Occupational Safety
New research from the ASSP outlines how AI tools are transforming risk assessment and reporting for EHS experts.
Workplace Safety Confidence Rises, but Protection Gaps Persist
Workers may feel safe, but many can’t identify safety systems or report hazards. Experts warn the growing gap between perception and real protection.

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