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European Commission Sets New Chemical Exposure Limits as Part of Cancer Prevention Effort

The new limits set for these three substances are part of Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan.

Safety in the Workplace also Includes Mental Health

COVID-19 and social unrest impacting American employees.

ASSP and ASHCA Announce New Partnership to Improve Farmer Safety

The collaboration arrives during this year’s National Farm Safety and Health Week.



Cal/OSHA Cites Health Care Facilities for COVID-19 Violations

Cal/OSHA Cites Health Care Facilities for COVID-19 Violations

The facilities failed to comply with a standard that mandates proper respiratory protection for employees exposed to airborne diseases like coronavirus.

UFCW Launches Campaign in Support of Grocery Worker Hazard Pay

UFCW Launches Campaign in Support of Grocery Worker Hazard Pay

The campaign that kicked off earlier this month is a response to the suspension of hazard pay for grocery store employees during the coronavirus pandemic.

COVID-Free Workplace: Don't Let Perfect be the Enemy of Good

Employers, don't let perfect be the enemy of good when it comes to creating a COVID-free workplace.

NSC Reschedules Distracted Driving Awareness Month for October

The 10th annual Distracted Driving Awareness Month was originally scheduled to occur in April, but was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

WHO Issues Charter to Encourage Health Care Worker Safety

WHO Issues Charter to Encourage Health Care Worker Safety

The health worker charter was issued on the second annual World Patient Safety Day.

8 Important COVID-19 Trends Impacting the Employer Health Industry

Industry leaders should be aware of these trends to help continue to strengthen their workforce and productivity in a post-COVID-19 world

FMCSA Launches Commercial Driver Panel to Speak on CMV Issues

The new panel will provide feedback on issues like driver safety.

OSHA Awards Millions to Nonprofit Organizations

The $11.2 million in grants is funded by the Susan Harwood Training Grants Program.

Washington State Agencies Issue Hazard Alert for Local Hospitals

Washington State Agencies Issue Hazard Alert for Local Hospitals

The Departments of Labor & Industries and the Department of Health issued the alert to address coronavirus cases in Washington hospitals.

Safety Speak: OSHA Final Rule on Cranes, Coronavirus Citations and Overall Employee Health

Episode 27

Safety Speak: OSHA Final Rule on Cranes, Coronavirus Citations and Overall Employee Health

In this mini episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard shares the top headlines for the week, including OSHA's final rule on cranes, new coronavirus citations for a New Jersey medical center and three tips to cultivating better mental and physical health for your employees.

Study Outlines Increase in Unsafe Working Conditions for Agricultural Workers

Study Outlines Increase in Unsafe Working Conditions for Agricultural Workers

High heat indexes prove to be increasingly dangerous for farmers while working outside.

OSHA Cites Massachusetts Dental Practice for Coronavirus Protection Violations

Georgetown Dental received six serious violations and a fine of $9,500.

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