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Illinois Agencies Continue Partnership to Strengthen Firefighter Safety Training

The Illinois Department of Labor’s IL OSHA and the Illinois Fire Service Institute are expanding their partnership to provide on-demand, experience-based firefighter safety training, using real-world lessons to prevent future tragedies.

Friday Round Up Products October 31

Friday New Products Roundup, October 31st

A-SAFE’s Barrier Range, HighBar’s Dial-Fit Helmet System, Tech Safety Lines’ Rescue Program, and VIVOTEK’s Think Search platform advance impact protection, headgear fit, rescue readiness, and AI-driven safety intelligence.

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When Oversight Pauses, Risk Doesn’t: What the OSHA Shutdown Reveals About Safety and AI

With enforcement slowed during the government shutdown, serious injury and fatality risks remain unchanged—highlighting why visibility, not just compliance, defines true safety performance.

Workplace Safety Standards

Proactive Workplace Safety and Why It’s Essential

A proactive approach to safety helps organizations prevent injuries, avoid costly OSHA violations and foster a strong safety culture built on accountability and communication.

AI Tools

New AI Tools Target Efficiency and Insight in EHS Management

Benchmark Gensuite’s newly launched AI Agents use automation and analytics to simplify compliance tasks and turn safety data into actionable prevention strategies.

Construction Ergonomic Safety Week

Washington L&I Kicks Off Global Ergonomics Month

The monthlong campaign offers a practical, four-step approach to preventing sprains and strains by strengthening leadership, worker involvement and follow-through.

Roofer in Extreme Heat

Cal/OSHA Issues Late-Season Heat Advisory for Southern California

As temperatures climb into the 90s across Southern California, Cal/OSHA is reminding employers to protect outdoor and indoor workers from heat illness through water, shade, rest breaks, and training.

Grant Money

MIOSHA Offers Matching Grants to Help Small Businesses Improve Workplace Safety

Michigan small businesses with 250 or fewer employees can apply for MIOSHA’s MIWISH grant program, which provides up to $5,000 in matching funds for safety equipment and training to reduce workplace injuries and illnesses.



North Carolina Hurricane Helene Cleanup

North Carolina Labor Commissioner Launches Safety Partnership for I-40 Rebuild

Commissioner Luke Farley and AMES Construction join forces to protect workers and strengthen safety practices during the reconstruction of Interstate 40 following Hurricane Helene.

Safety Worker at Desk with Back Pain

Key Features of an Ergonomic Hoteling Workstation

As hybrid work becomes the new normal, adjustability, training, and thoughtful design can make shared office workstations safe, comfortable, and productive for everyone.

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