Top Stories


British Government Considers Policies to Increase Protections for Disabled Workers

Some of the proposals include new worker rights to request accommodations from employers and know sick leave policies in advance.

AI Tool Could Identify Serious Illnesses through Photographs

AI Tool Could Identify Serious Illnesses through Photographs

An AI tool might be the new way to identify cancer types and genetic changes in lung tumors, according to a recent study by researchers at NYU School of Medicine. The tool can use just a photograph to identify serious diseases.

University of Arizona Researchers Study Diesel Fuel Alternatives to Reduce Disease in Miners

University of Arizona Researchers Study Diesel Fuel Alternatives to Reduce Disease in Miners

Previous research showed that even when miners were exposed to fewer harmful diesel particles, they still developed lung issues.



California Labor Contractor Violates Migrant Seasonal Workers Protection Act

In 2017, one worker was killed and six others injured after a van with a blown tire and a missing seatbelt overturned. Healthy Harvesting Inc. and Fernando Pineda Garcia now are being required to pay $79,153 in civil penalties.

New York Manufacturer Cited by OSHA for Repeat Safety Violations at Long Island Plant

After an employee suffered a fractured hand at the facility, OSHA investigators discovered a series of issues at U.S. Nonwoven Corp.

NIOSH Examines Effects of Secondhand Cannabis Smoke in Police Officers

NIOSH Examines Effects of Secondhand Cannabis Smoke in Police Officers

NIOSH staff evaluated the effects of secondhand cannabis smoke in police officers who were on patrol as security for campus concert events at a university football stadium.

Automotive Glass Manufacturer Faces $724,380 in Federal Penalties

Fuyao Glass America has been cited for nine repeated and 13 serious violations. The company has been inspected by OSHA 12 times in the past four years.

OSHA Partners with Construction Contractor to Promote Workplace Safety in Atlanta

PHOTO: Midtown Alliance

OSHA Partners with Construction Contractor to Promote Workplace Safety in Atlanta

OSHA has entered into a partnership with an Atlanta, Ga. contractor to promote workplace safety during construction project.

National Heatstroke Prevention Day

National Heatstroke Prevention Day is July 31

July 31 is National Heatstroke Prevention Day, here are some tips to staying cool.

OSHA Issues Alerts Concerning Workplace Hazards For Employees in Flood Zones, Hot Temperatures

The alerts come as parts of the U.S. experience major flooding and record hot temperatures

Research Shows Digital Tool Could Help to Build Safer Buildings

Research funded by IOSH and Glasglow Caledonian University has found the use of a hazard-identifying tool could educate architects on typical design-related hazards.

Wisconsin Lumber Company Faces Nearly $350,000 in Penalties, Labeled Severe Violator

After a worker was caught in an outdoor bark conveyor belt and suffered fatal injuries, OSHA cited Pukall Lumber Company Inc. for two willful violations and 13 serious violations. The company is now in the Severe Violator Enforcement Program.

3M Issues Immediate Recall of Two Fall Protection Devices, Citing Safety Concerns

3M Issues Immediate Recall of Two Fall Protection Devices, Citing Safety Concerns

The corporation issued the recall and stop use before any serious incidents took place due to the faulty equipment.

Cal/OSHA Reminds Employers About Heat Illness Prevention Standards

As temperatures in across the Central Valley in California are expected to reach triple digits in the next few weeks, Cal/OSHA is reminding employers that shade must be made available to workers at all times.

Product Showcase

  • NoiseCHEK Personal Noise Dosimeter

    SKC NoiseCHEK is the easiest-to-use dosimeter available! Designed specifically for OEHS professionals, SKC NoiseCHEK offers the easiest operation and accurate noise measurements. Everything you need is right in your palm. Pair Bluetooth models to your mobile devices and monitor workers remotely with the SmartWave dB app without interrupting workflow. Careful design features like a locking windscreen, sturdy clip, large front-lit display, bright status LEDs, and more make NoiseCHEK the top choice in noise dosimeters. Demo NoiseCHEK at AIHA Connect Booth 1003. Read More

  • HAZ LO HEADLAMPS

    With alkaline or rechargeable options, these safety rated, Class 1, Div. 1 Headlamps provide long runtime with both spot and flood options in the same light. Work safely and avoid trip hazards with flexible hands-free lighting from Streamlight. Read More

  • Kestrel 5400 Heat Stress Tracker WBGT Monitoring for Workplace Safety

    Ensure safety with the Kestrel® 5400 Heat Stress Tracker, the go-to choice for safety professionals and endorsed by the Heat Safety & Performance Coalition. This robust, waterless WBGT meter is ideal for both indoor and outdoor environments, offering advanced monitoring and data logging essential for OSHA compliance. It features pre-programmed ACGIH guidelines and alert settings to quickly signal critical conditions. Integrated with the cloud-based Ambient Weather Network, the 5400 allows managers to view, track, and log job site conditions remotely, ensuring constant awareness of potential hazards. Its capability for real-time mobile alerts and remote data access promotes proactive safety management and workplace protection, solidifying its role as a crucial tool in industrial hygiene. Read More

Featured

Artificial Intelligence