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Illinois Plant Explosion Results in Four Fatalities, $1.5 Million in Penalties

OSHA has cited AB Specialty Silicones LLC with 12 willful federal safety violations after four employees suffered fatal injuries in an explosion and fire at the company's plant on May 3, 2019.

Workplace Laws Your Employer Might be Violating

Workplace Laws Your Employer Might be Violating

The U.S. News and World Report reminds readers of laws you should be aware of in the workplace. No one is above the law—not even your boss.

New from OH&S: SafetyPod

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New from OH&S: SafetyPod

OH&S recently launched SafetyPod, a podcast aimed at diving deeper into industry-related topics.

Industrial Fall Protection Equipment Market to be Worth More than $3.8 Billion by 2024

According to new research report by Global Market Insights, Industrial Fall Protection Equipment Market may exceed USD 3.8 billion by 2024.

The Power of Proprioception——A Vital Tool in Reducing the Risk of Musculoskeletal Disorders in the Workplace

The Power of Proprioception——A Vital Tool in Reducing the Risk of Musculoskeletal Disorders in the Workplace

Understanding proprioception can help to interpret how correct movement requires well-organized, accurate signals from the muscles firing to the brain. These pointers can be easily manipulated simply by becoming more aware of movement behavior. Awareness of correct movement execution redistributes the signals, decreasing the likelihood of injury.

Construction Industry Is Seeing a Growing Demand for Workers

Construction Industry Is Seeing a Growing Demand for Workers

Trends around the country suggest that the construction industry is having increasing trouble finding people to hire and work overtime. Now, companies and projects are suffering because of it.

One Construction Worker Dead and One Injured After Manhattan Wall Collapse

Monday morning, the rubble of a wall collapsed at a Manhattan site killed one construction worker and injured another.

NSC Releases Federal Policy Position on Cannabis Use in Safety Sensitive Jobs

In a policy position released yesterday, the National Safety Council states that no amount of marijuana or other THC products is allowed for employees working in safety sensitive positions.



Safety Tips for Taxi Drivers: How to Prevent Robbery and Violence

Safety Tips for Taxi Drivers: How to Prevent Robbery and Violence

Driving a taxi comes with some serious risks, and many drivers experience some form of assault or robbery on the job. NIOSH provides these tips on how to stay safe as a professional driver.

Connecticut Restaurant Penalized for Violating the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

After an investigation by the Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD), Nolita Risorante’s owner has paid $19,657 in back wages and an equal amount in liquidated damages to 14 current and former employees to resolve violations of FLSA.

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