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FMLI Payments Suspended

Maryland Labor Department Proposes Delay for Family, Medical Leave Program

State officials cite federal workforce reductions and funding shifts behind the FMLI delay, impacting thousands of Maryland employees and employers.

Workers on Break

Oregon Employers, Workers Invited to Take a ‘Safety Break’

The annual event provides an opportunity for businesses and employees to recognize safety achievements, assess workplace hazards, and discuss strategies to protect workers from harm.

Poultry Inspector

Ohio Reports First Probable Human Case of Bird Flu in Farm Worker

Health officials said the case involves an adult male farm worker who had contact with deceased commercial poultry.

Construction PPE

Nevada OSHA Adopts Federal Rule on PPE in Construction

Nevada OSHA has adopted federal OSHA’s new rule requiring properly fitting PPE in construction.

OSHA Handbook

Trump to Nominate David Keeling as OSHA Administrator

If confirmed, Keeling looks forward to working with key Labor Department officials to advance OSHA’s mission.

Dust protection PPE

Understanding the Long-Term Health Effects of Dust Exposure on Construction Sites

Large-scale construction projects involving drilling and demolition generate significant dust, requiring teams to navigate these challenging working conditions.

Firefighter Cleanup Debris

California Issues Workplace Safety Guidance for Wildfire Recovery Efforts

The Department of Industrial Relations has posted guidance for employers and workers on how to proceed rapidly and safely.

Workers Discuss Safety

Balancing Safety Controls and Human Performance in Workplace Safety

Workplace safety methods focus on controls implementation, while Human Operational Performance Theory (HOPT) focuses on risk reduction and safety improvement.



Uhaul Asbestos Violations

U-Haul Exposed Workers to Asbestos

U-Haul was fined $231,000 for knowingly exposing workers to asbestos.

Worker hydrates during extreme heat.

How 2024 Changed the Rules for Managing Heat Stress at Work

The record-breaking heat waves of 2024 forced industries to adopt new heat stress management protocols.

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