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Understanding The True Cost of a Poor Workplace Safety Culture

Understanding The True Cost of a Poor Workplace Safety Culture

A missing or lacking safety culture may lead to concerns such as increased injuries and deaths and more legal issues.

The Time-Traveling Ergonomist: Navigating Past, Present, and Future to Uncover Ergonomic Insights

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The Time-Traveling Ergonomist: Navigating Past, Present, and Future to Uncover Ergonomic Insights

Enter the world of time-traveling ergonomics, where cutting-edge technology meets human intuition to uncover critical insights into workplace safety. This article explores the unique time-traveling journey of ergonomic analysis and the power of collaborative teamwork in creating safer, healthier work environments.

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A Continuing Trend: OSHA Finds ‘Unsafe Conditions’ at Wisconsin, Texas Dollar General Stores

OSHA proposed a combined total of over $550,000 in penalties after inspecting two stores last year.

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Schedule Time to Talk to Employees During National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-By Incidents

Not sure where to start? Read on to find resources for this event, which runs April 17 to 21, 2023.

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Amazon 2022 Warehouse Worker Injury Rates Decreased from 2021 but Were Higher Than Other Warehouses, Report Shows

In 2022, the injury rate was 7.0 per 100 workers, and the serious injury rate was 6.6 per 100 workers.

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10 Safety Tips for Workers in Water Treatment Plants

What steps can people who work in this environment take to protect themselves and their employees?

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OSHA to Hold Meeting for Comments on Whistleblower Program

The virtual event will take place on May 10, 2023.

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New White Paper Looks at Serious Injuries, Fatalities from 2017 to 2021

Although data found the rate of SIFs decreased from 2020 to 2021, employers need to continually work to prevent these events from happening.



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OSHA Gives ‘Star’ Designation under VPP to Colorado Construction Contractor

Guarantee Electrical Contracting LLC’s status will remain for three years.

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American Society of Safety Professionals Shares 2023 Society Election Results

James Thornton will be the 2023-24 president of the organization.

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Constructed-Related Injuries, Fatalities in New York City Increased in 2022, New Report Shows

The report also includes the leading causes of the injuries and fatalities.

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Dollar General Found ‘Jeopardizing Worker Safety’ at Pennsylvania Store

The company faces citations for one willful and one repeat violation.

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Connecticut Waste-to-Energy Facility Recognized Again for Workplace Safety, Health

Wheelabrator Bridgeport has been recognized as a “star” site under OSHA's VPP since 2005.

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Stay Safe Underground: 5 Essential Occupational Safety Tips for Plumbers

Discover five occupational safety tips for plumbers working on underground pipe repairs.

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5 Steps to Help Reduce Distracted Driving Among Employees

In 2021, distracted driving led to the death of over 3,000 people.

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NIOSH to Provide Free Black Lung Screenings in April, May 2023

The confidential screenings are available to all coal miners, current or former.

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OSHA Hosts Discussion as New Agency Authority Goes into Effect

Under the memorandum signed in February, OSHA can now “issue certifications in support of applications for U nonimmigrant status and T nonimmigrant status visas,” the agency said.

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The Role of Building Information Modeling in Improving Construction Site Safety

This technology can be used by stakeholders to work together to prevent, manage and mitigate safety-related concerns.

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Employee’s Life Would Have Been Saved With Fall Protection Use, OSHA Says

The contractor faces citations for four serious violations and over $50,000 in proposed penalties.

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OSHA Publishes 2022 Injury, Illness Data

The published data includes information from more than 300,000 establishments.

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