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DOL Finds Roofing Company Violated Child Labor Laws Following Teen Worker’s Death

DOL Finds Roofing Company Violated Child Labor Laws Following Teen Worker’s Death

Apex Roofing & Restoration LLC faces $117,175 in fines after the 15-year-old’s fatal fall.

Washington L&I Updates Fall Protection Standards to Align with Federal Regulations

Washington L&I Updates Fall Protection Standards to Align with Federal Regulations

The rule changes will bring the department more in line with federal OSHA standards.

NSC, NIOSH Renew Partnership to Enhance Workplace Safety

NSC, NIOSH Renew Partnership to Enhance Workplace Safety

The collaboration aims to push occupational safety and health strategies forward.

Training Employees to Handle Extreme Cold

Training Employees to Handle Extreme Cold

Preparing employees for extremely cold conditions is essential for their health, safety, productivity and morale, requiring companies to invest in comprehensive training to mitigate health hazards.

MSHA Completes Second Pattern of Violations Screening for 2023

MSHA Completes Second Pattern of Violations Screening for 2023

This marks the first time in which multiple POV screenings were conducted in a single calendar year.

Alabama Construction Company Cited After Heat Hazards Claim Worker’s Life

Alabama Construction Company Cited After Heat Hazards Claim Worker’s Life

SJ&L General Contractor LLC now faces $16,131 in proposed OSHA penalties for the violation.

New Survey Reveals Strategic Handwashing Among Americans

New Survey Reveals Strategic Handwashing Among Americans

Fifty-four percent of respondents increase handwashing activity when they’re sick.

DuPont Introduces Tyvek Sustainable Healthcare Packaging Awards

DuPont Introduces Tyvek Sustainable Healthcare Packaging Awards

The deadline to submit applications is June 28, 2024.



VPPPA and Roco Rescue Partner to Boost Workplace Safety Offerings

VPPPA and Roco Rescue Partner to Boost Workplace Safety Offerings

The partnership is the first in VPPPA’s Strategic Partner Program.

Safety Training 2.0: Interactive and Engaging Approaches

Safety Training 2.0: Interactive and Engaging Approaches

Safety training may seem like a dull part of the job, but it can be a lot of fun — and a break from the normal day-to-day operations.

Avetta Launches Generative AI Assistant to Enhance Contractor Safety and Compliance

Avetta Launches Generative AI Assistant to Enhance Contractor Safety and Compliance

The new feature, named AskAva, is powered by OpenAI, the developer behind ChatGPT.

OSHA Cites Plumbing Contractor for Safety Failures After Fatal Employee Accident

OSHA Cites Plumbing Contractor for Safety Failures After Fatal Employee Accident

K&D Plumbing Inc. faces $184,387 in proposed penalties for six serious violations.

DOL Seeks Nominations for Federal Advisory Council on Occupational Safety and Health

DOL Seeks Nominations for Federal Advisory Council on Occupational Safety and Health

The FACOSH opening is for a mid-term appointment, extending until the end of 2024.

J. J. Keller & Associates Introduces 4 New Onsite Healthcare Consulting Services

J. J. Keller & Associates Introduces 4 New Onsite Healthcare Consulting Services

The new service offerings aim to assist hospitals and clinics with regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Ice Cream Plant Receives OSHA Fines Following Chemical Exposure Report

Ice Cream Plant Receives OSHA Fines Following Chemical Exposure Report

Madison, Wisconsin-based Schoep’s Ice Cream faces proposed penalties of $145,097.

MSHA Cited 247 Violations in December 2023 Mine Inspections

MSHA Cited 247 Violations in December 2023 Mine Inspections

The agency identified a total of 2,739 violations throughout 2023.

OSHA’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety Meets in February

OSHA’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety Meets in February

The meeting, set for Feb. 22, 2024, is available for both in-person and virtual attendance.

Tailoring Injury Prevention for a Diverse Age Group in the Workplace

Tailoring Injury Prevention for a Diverse Age Group in the Workplace

Let’s delve into how to craft effective injury prevention strategies that resonate with every age group, underscoring the importance of a customized approach to ensure workplace safety and well-being.

Leeco Steel Celebrates an Accident-Free Decade at Its Houston Branch

Leeco Steel Celebrates an Accident-Free Decade at Its Houston Branch

The company has also marked more than five years accident-free at seven of its 10 North American facilities.

NLRB and OSHA to Enhance Enforcement Cooperation

NLRB and OSHA to Enhance Enforcement Cooperation

The NLRB and OSHA enhance enforcement cooperation with a new MOU, impacting employer risks and rights during inspections, and potentially affecting workplace safety and union activities.

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