This new online tool offers interactive access to workplace injury data from federal OSHA-covered states.
The agency inspected 16 mines, identifying 70 significant and substantial violations as well as 11 unwarrantable failures.
Workers and public officials will discuss the proposed OSHA heat standard and potential solutions on September 5, 2024.
This proposed regulation would impact 36 million workers in indoor and outdoor environments.
Over 500 Safety+ Symposium attendees celebrated the event's conclusion with a night of baseball at Coors Field, where the Colorado Rockies defeated the Miami Marlins.
The VPPPA’s annual event is set to take place in St. Louis, Missouri, from August 11-14, 2025.
The 2024 VPPPA Safety+ Symposium marked its 40th year with and expo, workshops, keynotes, and networking opportunities, drawing safety professionals from across industries to Aurora, Colo.
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Maintaining indoor air quality (IAQ) in manufacturing facilities is essential for worker safety and operational efficiency. Dust generated from various processes can pose significant health risks to workers and negatively affect product quality.
Six-time Olympic gold medalist Amy Van Dyken Rouen will share lessons on pushing performance beyond limits during the closing keynote of the 2024 VPPPA Safety+ Symposium on Wednesday, August 28.
Author and motivational speaker Ben Nemtin's keynote at the 2024 VPPPA Safety+ event inspired attendees to break through personal and professional barriers.
Topics included process safety management, confined space safety and industrial hygiene best practices.
The 2024 VPPPA Safety+ Symposium opens with an inspiring keynote from Ben Nemtin, a lively exhibit hall celebration, and a successful scholarship golf tournament in Aurora, CO.
Implementing essential ergonomic design standards significantly reduces workplace injuries, enhances productivity, and ensures safer and more efficient work environments.
Proper visual and auditory health are essential components of workplace safety, impacting not just individual workers but the entire workforce's well-being and efficiency.
Golf, a 5K run and a baseball game add fun and camaraderie to the VPPPA’s annual symposium.
In-depth sessions at the VPPPA’s annual event offer practical insights and tools for continuous improvement.
Receptions and events at VPPPA’s annual event offer opportunities to connect with peers and industry leaders.
VPPPA’s annual event in Aurora, Colorado, aims to enhance safety practices across industries.
In a constantly evolving manufacturing environment, fostering a culture of safety through employee engagement, data-driven analysis, interactive training and strategic automation is essential for mitigating risks and ensuring workplace safety.
Emerging technologies and proper protective equipment can significantly enhance safety for agricultural and food processing workers by preventing injuries and enabling early intervention.