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Analyzing the Impact of Musculoskeletal Disorders in the Construction Industry

Analyzing the Impact of Musculoskeletal Disorders in the Construction Industry

Musculoskeletal disorders might be severe, but employers in the construction industry can put precautions in place to minimize their impact on workers.

OSHA Cites Ohio Foundry for Safety Violations Following Explosion

OSHA Cites Ohio Foundry for Safety Violations Following Explosion

The incident caused the death of one employee and injured 15 others.

DOL Teams with Railway Union to Boost Safety in Ohio Following Train Derailment

DOL Teams with Railway Union to Boost Safety in Ohio Following Train Derailment

The settlement promises to improve work conditions for Norfolk Southern Corp. employees.

Emirates Global Aluminum Now Uses Wearable Safety Tech to Combat UAE Heat

Emirates Global Aluminum Now Uses Wearable Safety Tech to Combat UAE Heat

The decision is part of the company’s “Beat the Heat” campaign.

New Study Reveals How Hunger Affects Construction Workers

New Study Reveals How Hunger Affects Construction Workers

The absence of food reportedly has a profound impact on construction workers.

MSHA Extends Public Comment Window on Proposed Updates to Federal Standards

MSHA Extends Public Comment Window on Proposed Updates to Federal Standards

The changes would increase protection of miners from exposure to silica dust.

CSHEMA Names Its 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient

CSHEMA Names Its 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient

Dr. Dennis Terpin received the honor at the organization’s annual conference.



Bollé Safety Announces Partnership with Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Bollé Safety Announces Partnership with Breast Cancer Research Foundation

The company will launch a support campaign this fall.

Creating a Safety Culture Within a Landscaping Company

Creating a Safety Culture Within a Landscaping Company

Learn how to develop and foster a safety culture and why it’s important. Hint: It starts at the top.

Safe + Sound Week 2023 Focuses on Mental Health in the Workplace

Safe + Sound Week 2023 Focuses on Mental Health in the Workplace

The annual celebration spreads awareness of workplace health and safety concern.

Using Technology to Improve Workplace Safety Training

Companies often turn to technology to ensure they’re providing accessible and continuous safety training.

Sun Safety: 5 Tips Employees Should Know

Sun Safety: 5 Tips Employees Should Know

Working in the sun takes a toll, but here’s how workers can mitigate it.

OSHA Announces Citations for Ergonomic Hazards at Amazon Warehouse

The investigation centered on a fulfillment center in New Jersey.

Dollar Tree Fined for Repeat Safety Violations

Dollar Tree Fined for Repeat Safety Violations

The state investigation centers on a store in Tacoma, Washington.

OSHA Fines Sonny Steel Erectors for Continued Fall Protection Violations

The Houston-based company faces proposed penalties of $266,416.

OSHA Seeking Nominations for the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health

OSHA Seeking Nominations for the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health

The two open slots are designated for the Department of Health and Human Services.

FDA Approves Second Over-the-Counter Naloxone Nasal Spray

FDA Approves Second Over-the-Counter Naloxone Nasal Spray

The product is an emergency treatment for opioid overdose.

MSHA Identified 242 Violations in June 2023

MSHA Identified 242 Violations in June 2023

The inspections covered 18 mines and spanned 12 states.

Redefining the Safety Hierarchy in a Confined Space

Redefining the Safety Hierarchy in a Confined Space

What are the steps you should first consider to ensure your confined space entries are safe and that workers are best equipped to respond if they are met with a life-threatening hazard?

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