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Washington L&I Launches Ergonomics Rulemaking for High-Risk Workers

Washington L&I Launches Ergonomics Rulemaking for High-Risk Workers

The first meeting will occur on Jan. 9, 2025, and focus on airline ground crew workers.

OSHA Cites Illinois Contractor for Repeated Fall Protection Violations

Corner Construction faces $266,175 in penalties after its fifth OSHA citation in two years.

California Adopts Permanent Silica Safety Standard for Artificial Stone Workers

California Adopts Permanent Silica Safety Standard for Artificial Stone Workers

California has adopted a permanent standard to protect workers from silica dust exposure, addressing the risks of silicosis and enhancing enforcement measures.



Few U.S. Workers Use AI on a Daily Basis, According to New Report

Few U.S. Workers Use AI on a Daily Basis, According to New Report

A new survey shows 58 percent of U.S. employees never use AI at work, with women and older generations slower to embrace the technology.

NSC’s Latest MSD Solutions Index Highlights Progress and Challenges in MSD Prevention

NSC’s Latest MSD Solutions Index Highlights Progress and Challenges in MSD Prevention

The National Safety Council's latest report shows progress in workplace MSD prevention, while highlighting ongoing challenges and opportunities for improvement.

DOL Guidelines Call for Responsible AI Adoption to Ensure Safe Workplaces

DOL Guidelines Call for Responsible AI Adoption to Ensure Safe Workplaces

The U.S. Department of Labor's AI workplace guidelines emphasize transparency, fairness, and worker protection.

Contractor Faces OSHA Penalties for Exposing Workers to Trench Collapse Risks

Contractor Faces OSHA Penalties for Exposing Workers to Trench Collapse Risks

Bandera Utility Contractors LLC faces $107,228 in penalties for exposing workers to unprotected trench conditions.

RIGID Constructors Cited for Safety Failures After Worker’s Drowning

RIGID Constructors Cited for Safety Failures After Worker’s Drowning

RIGID Constructors LLC faces over $50,703 in penalties for failing to prevent a worker’s drowning at a North Carolina worksite.

Alabama Contractor Cited for Safety Failures After Worker’s Fatal Electrocution

Alabama Contractor Cited for Safety Failures After Worker’s Fatal Electrocution

A worker’s fatal electrocution during storm recovery work resulted in OSHA citations and penalties for an Alabama contractor’s safety lapses.

Maine Contractor Cited for Fatal Trench Collapse After Ignoring Safety Warnings

Maine Contractor Cited for Fatal Trench Collapse After Ignoring Safety Warnings

Patriot Paving Group faces $161,325 in penalties and five willful violations.

U.S. Department of Labor Grants Florida $1.5M to Address Workforce Challenges from Opioid Crisis

U.S. Department of Labor Grants Florida $1.5M to Address Workforce Challenges from Opioid Crisis

Florida has received $1.5 million in federal funding to address workforce challenges caused by the opioid epidemic through job creation and training services in 21 counties.

The Role of a Skill Matrix in EHS Management: Lessons from Experience

The Role of a Skill Matrix in EHS Management: Lessons from Experience

A skill matrix enables organizations to map key competencies, plan for absences, and ensure seamless operations through effective cross-training and backup strategies.

MSHA Identifies 162 Violations in November 2024 Impact Inspections

MSHA Identifies 162 Violations in November 2024 Impact Inspections

The agency conducted inspections at 14 mines, including 44 significant and substantial violations and one unwarrantable failure.

NIOSH Updates Hazardous Drug List for Healthcare Workers

NIOSH Updates Hazardous Drug List for Healthcare Workers

NIOSH has released an updated list of hazardous drugs for healthcare workers, incorporating 25 new drugs and removing seven.

National COSH, ASSP Respond to Latest BLS Data on Worker Fatalities

National COSH, ASSP Respond to Latest BLS Data on Worker Fatalities

National COSH and ASSP respond to new workplace fatality data, urging stronger safety measures and addressing systemic disparities.

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