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Acquiring Workplace Safety in the Data Age Via AI Innovations

Acquiring Workplace Safety in the Data Age Via AI Innovations

By integrating AI tools, companies can preemptively identify risks, enforce safety regulations and fortify the overall security of their workforce.

Two Employers Face OSHA Citations After Tragic Incident at Florida Cement Silo

Two Employers Face OSHA Citations After Tragic Incident at Florida Cement Silo

G & R Mineral Services Inc. and HM Southeast Cement LLC face more than $82,000 in proposed penalties.

OSHA Will Advocate for Worker Safety at the 2024 Construction Ready Career Expo

OSHA Will Advocate for Worker Safety at the 2024 Construction Ready Career Expo

The event—taking place on Feb. 22-23 in Atlanta—is among the Southeast’s largest student career events.



New Jersey Contractor Faces Over $1 Million in Penalties for Lack of Fall Protection

New Jersey Contractor Faces Over $1 Million in Penalties for Lack of Fall Protection

Since 2016, Adrian Construction Group LLC has been cited five times for similar violations.

OSHA Cites Illinois Contractor for Fall Hazards for Eighth Time Since 2015

OSHA Cites Illinois Contractor for Fall Hazards for Eighth Time Since 2015

United Custom Homes LLC faces $264,143 in proposed penalties, in addition to $238,572 in unpaid OSHA penalties.

Washington L&I Moves to Require Enhanced Training for Fire-Resistant Material

Washington L&I Moves to Require Enhanced Training for Fire-Resistant Material

The rule change aims to improve the effectiveness of fire protection measures.

OSHA Concludes Investigation into Household Cleaning Manufacturer After Worker Amputation

OSHA Concludes Investigation into Household Cleaning Manufacturer After Worker Amputation

Green Bay, Wisconsin-based Tufco LP faces $194,518 in proposed penalties.

Crane Rental Company Faces OSHA Citations, Fines After Worker’s Death

Crane Rental Company Faces OSHA Citations, Fines After Worker’s Death

The crane operator suffered a fatal electrocution on a Capt’n Hook’s Crane Service Inc.

OSHA Finds Chicken Processing Plant Again Exposed Workers to Safety Hazards

OSHA Finds Chicken Processing Plant Again Exposed Workers to Safety Hazards

The investigation into Case Farms Processing Inc. fell under OSHA’s Severe Violator Enforcement Program.

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.

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.

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.

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