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Heat Stress Strategies

Heat Stress Strategies

Heat stress is a real threat—but you can prevent it by taking some key steps.

Amazon Trial on Warehouse Worker Safety Has Begun in Washington

Amazon Trial on Warehouse Worker Safety Has Begun in Washington

The trial follows two years of investigation by state OSHA officials.

Exploring Oral Fluid Drug Testing in the Workplace

Exploring Oral Fluid Drug Testing in the Workplace

In light of a recently announced final rule from the DOT, let's dive into the topic of oral fluid drug testing with industry expert Bill Current.

McDonald’s Faces Child Labor Violations Across 16 Locations in Louisiana and Texas

McDonald’s Faces Child Labor Violations Across 16 Locations in Louisiana and Texas

The violations pertain to more than 80 workers under the age of 18.

White House Issues Hazard Alert to Guard Against Extreme Heat

White House Issues Hazard Alert to Guard Against Extreme Heat

As record-breaking heat continues, the measure is the first hazard alert tied to heat.

Preventing Electrical Accidents on Job Sites

Preventing Electrical Accidents on Job Sites

Since even employees who indirectly work with electricity can be at risk, employers and workers need to take steps to prevent electricity-related injuries and fatalities on job sites.

OSHA Cites Jacksonville Psychiatric Facility for Safety Violation Following Attack

OSHA Cites Jacksonville Psychiatric Facility for Safety Violation Following Attack

The incident is the latest of three similar investigations involving the same parent company.

Chinese Spaghetti Factory Faces OSHA Fines Over Unguarded Equipment

Chinese Spaghetti Factory Faces OSHA Fines Over Unguarded Equipment

The Boston company’s investigation initially focused on an unsafe dumpling machine.



Sun Safety: 5 Tips Employers Should Know

Sun Safety: 5 Tips Employers Should Know

July is Ultraviolet Safety Month and the perfect time to take precautions.

OSHA Issues Petco Store Citations for Rodents, Other Hazards

OSHA Issues Petco Store Citations for Rodents, Other Hazards

The Andover, Massachusetts location faces proposed penalties of $129,473.

Concurrent Group Faces OSHA Fines for Electrocution Hazards Following a Worker’s Death

Concurrent Group Faces OSHA Fines for Electrocution Hazards Following a Worker’s Death

The company faces more than $40,000 in proposed penalties.

OSHA Determines Maersk Line Limited Violated Seaman’s Protection Act

OSHA Determines Maersk Line Limited Violated Seaman’s Protection Act

The Virginia-based company retaliated against a seaman who reported safety concerns.

OSHA Discovered Multiple Safety Hazards at Sanimax USA’s Wisconsin Plant

OSHA Discovered Multiple Safety Hazards at Sanimax USA’s Wisconsin Plant

The company faces nearly $300,000 in proposed penalties.

OSHA Finds Sawmill Failed to Remediate Exposed Saw Following a Worker’s Death

Missouri Mats now faces $346,954 in proposed penalties.

NIOSH Reveals Respirator Fit Evaluation Challenge Phase 1 Winners

NIOSH Reveals Respirator Fit Evaluation Challenge Phase 1 Winners

The three-part competition aims to inspire improvements in worker safety.

DOL Proposes New Rule to Clarify PPE Standards

DOL Proposes New Rule to Clarify PPE Standards

The change would increase protection for construction workers.

How Prioritizing Workplace Safety Can Help You Meet Sustainable Development Goals

How Prioritizing Workplace Safety Can Help You Meet Sustainable Development Goals

Taking steps to protect your workers can also have a large impact on the environment.

New APA Poll Pinpoints the Extent of Toxicity in the Workplace

New APA Poll Pinpoints the Extent of Toxicity in the Workplace

More than 20 percent of respondents said their mental health has suffered.

OSHA Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health Meets in August

OSHA Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health Meets in August

The meeting gives the public the chance to address the committee.

OSHA Announces Citations for 8 Violations at Florida-Based Dollar General Stores

OSHA Announces Citations for 8 Violations at Florida-Based Dollar General Stores

This latest round of citations brings Dollar General to $21 million in proposed penalties since 2017.

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