Top Stories -- Occupational Health & Safety

Fatigue: Sleeping Giant of the Workplace

How can undiagnosed sleep apnea affect the workplace?

Miner Safety and Health App Can Now Be Used in Spanish

The app is available to miners in both English and Spanish.

Simple Ways to Avoid Slips and Falls at the Office

Minimizing employee risk of slips and falls can be easier than you think.

IICRC Proposes New IAQ Standard for Remediation Contractors

The proposed standard is intended for use by those working in the mold remediation industry.

OSHA Accepting Nominations for National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health

Nominations for the six open spots on the committee are due by February 2, 2023.

Uterine Cancer Now Included in World Trade Center-Related Conditions List

The final rule took effect on January 18.

ASSP Opens Registration for Safety 2023 Professional Development Conference and Exposition

Safety 2023 will take place in San Antonio from June 5 to June 7, 2023.

'Failing to Keep Workers Safe': Amazon Cited After Ergonomic Hazards Found at Three Facilities

Amazon faces $60,269 in proposed penalties after inspections of sites in Florida, Illinois and New York.

How to Properly Store and Label Hazardous Substances

Correct storage and labeling can help make your worksite safer.

New Study Looks at Apprentice Training and Safety at Work

The study, which used data from over 4,000 journey level plumbers, looked at workers’ compensation claim rates.

New Survey Reveals Statistics on Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder in US

Mental illness affected 22.8 percent of U.S. adults in 2021, according to the survey results.

New Jersey Contractor Cited Again After OSHA Finds Workers Exposed to Fall Hazards

The new citations come with a proposed penalty of $584,333.

DOL Reveals 2023 Changes to OSHA’s Civil Penalties

DOL Reveals 2023 Changes to OSHA Civil Penalties

The maximum penalties for other-than-serious, serious and willful or repeated violations increased this year.

New NIOSH Challenge Focuses on Respirator Fit Evaluation

The challenge invites people to submit ideas on making fit-testing practices better.

Safety Guidelines: Eight Tips For a Safer Workplace

From hazard assessment to safety training, there are numerous actions employers can take to protect employees. Here are just a few.

Product Showcase

AirChek Connect Sampling Pump

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MSHA Completes Year-Long Mine Safety and Health Review

The screening identified the industry’s chronic safety violators putting miners at risk. Read Now
NSC appoints Zachary M. Radford as Vice President of Government Affairs

Zachary M. Radford brings over two decades of experience to the organization. Read Now
DOL Now Seeking Applications for Its National Advisory Committee on OSH

Nominations must be submitted by August 16, 2024 to receive consideration. Read Now
OSHA Uncovers Safety Violations at Texas Flooring Manufacturing Plant

Ecore International Inc. now faces $299,591 in proposed penalties. Read Now
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Building a Safety-First Culture

Building a safety-first culture in the workplace is crucial for reducing incidents, improving productivity, and ensuring long-term business success. Read Now
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Integrating Technology in Workplace Safety: The Role of AI and IoT
Integrating AI and IoT into workplace safety enhances predictive analytics, real-time monitoring and proactive risk management to significantly reduce accidents and improve overall safety.
Enhancing Employee Engagement with VR, AI and 3D Tools
When done correctly, a combination of new technology and traditional methods can create the perfect balance of engaging, thoughtful training that employees need.
Tech and Innovation: The Future Of Workplace Safety Training
Technological innovations are helping to make workplace training more accessible and less challenging for business owners and will continue to do so in the foreseeable future.

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