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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.

4 Ways to Move Safer and More Efficiently on the Construction Site

4 Ways to Move Safer and More Efficiently on the Construction Site

On-site athletic trainers can help introduce construction workers to movement techniques and exercises that will reduce injuries and improve efficiency.

OSHA, National Demolition Association Extend Partnership for Worker Safety

OSHA, National Demolition Association Extend Partnership for Worker Safety

The five-year agreement will focus on industry-specific hazards in the workplace.

OSHA Finds SK Battery America Inc. Exposed Workers to Hazardous Metals

OSHA Finds SK Battery America Inc. Exposed Workers to Hazardous Metals

The company faces $75,449 in proposed penalties for six serious violations.

Meeting the Unique Needs of Off-shift Workers Requires a Focus on Mental Health & Wellness

Meeting the Unique Needs of Off-Shift Workers Requires a Focus on Mental Health and Wellness

For site leadership, combatting burnout means meeting the unique needs of off-shift workers through programs and initiatives that support their whole health and wellness.

Mar-Jac Poultry Faces OSHA Citations Following 16-Year-Old Worker’s Death

Mar-Jac Poultry Faces OSHA Citations Following 16-Year-Old Worker’s Death

The poultry processing plant received 14 serious and three other-than-serious violations.

NSC Boosts Grant Funding for Prevention of MSDs in the Workplace

NSC Boosts Grant Funding for Prevention of MSDs in the Workplace

The grant is the latest effort of the NSC’s MSD Solutions Lab.



Supporting Your Team: 6 Tips for Recovery and Adjustment After a Suspension Trauma Incident

Supporting Your Team: 6 Tips for Recovery and Adjustment After a Suspension Trauma Incident

When an incident happens, a quick response plan is the key to minimizing the downsides of suspension trauma.

Integrating AI in Maintenance Protocols for Safer Industrial Environments

Integrating AI in Maintenance Protocols for Safer Industrial Environments

AI is revolutionizing how industries approach safety, turning maintenance routines from reactive to proactive.

The Year Ahead for Workplace Safety

The editors of OH&S discuss four key safety trends for 2024, and share a look at editorial efforts for the next 12 months.

ASSP Safety 2024 Conference Now Open for Registration

ASSP Safety 2024 Conference Now Open for Registration

The annual event is heading to Denver from August 7-9.

Grace Industries Reveals New Worker Safety Monitoring System

Grace Industries Reveals New Worker Safety Monitoring System

The system enhances the safety monitoring of workers in solitary, remote or high-risk industries.

DOL Introduces New Initiative Targeting Safety in Tree and Landscape Services

DOL Introduces New Initiative Targeting Safety in Tree and Landscape Services

The multi-year program focuses on New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

OSHA Announces Inflation-Adjusted Civil Penalty Increases for 2024

OSHA Announces Inflation-Adjusted Civil Penalty Increases for 2024

The annual adjustments went into effect on January 16, 2024.

NSC Releases New Report on MSD Prevention in the Workplace

NSC Releases New Report on MSD Prevention in the Workplace

The organization’s first-ever report sheds light on areas of improvement.

Fatal Accident Leads to OSHA Action Against Florida Landscaping Company

Fatal Accident Leads to OSHA Action Against Florida Landscaping Company

Bradenton-based TruScapes Industries faces $166,305 in proposed penalties.

OH&S Launches 2024 Industrial Hygiene Awards

The deadline for the fourth annual program is February 23, 2024.

Crafting Effective Wellness Plans for Employees using AI

Crafting Effective Wellness Plans for Employees using AI

By incorporating AI-powered solutions, companies can tailor wellness plans to cater to the diverse needs of their workforce, fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment. This holistic approach ensures that employees are equipped to navigate the challenges of the modern workplace, promoting a healthier and more balanced lifestyle.

Building a Safer Tomorrow: Addressing Hazards in Modern Construction

Building a Safer Tomorrow: Addressing Hazards in Modern Construction

From Egyptian times to now, there have always been many potential hazards facing construction workers. Let’s explore some common risks, including power supply, equipment maneuverability and dust protection.

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