Top Stories -- Occupational Health & Safety

OSHA Proposes $395K in Penalties for Dollar General After Workers Found Exposed to Multiple Hazards at Ohio Store

The discount retailer, which has been previously cited by OSHA, is facing citations for five repeat violations.

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.

IICRC Proposes New IAQ Standard for Remediation Contractors

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

Simple Ways to Avoid Slips and Falls at the Office

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

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.

New NIOSH Challenge Focuses on Respirator Fit Evaluation

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

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.

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Visitor Management: A Frontline Defense in Worker Safety

Visitor management systems offer a modern solution that can replace outdated methods, while improving workplace security, compliance and efficiency. Read Now
- Facility Management
Lung Diseases and Indoor Air Quality Preventive Measures for At Risk Industries

Improving indoor air quality is essential in preventing occupational lung diseases, especially in at-risk industries, through proper ventilation, protective equipment and strategic preventive measures. Read Now
- Indoor Air Quality
U.S. Labor Department Introduces Severe Injury Report Dashboard

This new online tool offers interactive access to workplace injury data from federal OSHA-covered states. Read Now
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MSHA Identifies 239 Violations During Impact Inspections in July 2024

The agency inspected 16 mines, identifying 70 significant and substantial violations as well as 11 unwarrantable failures. Read Now
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National COSH Town Hall on Sept. 5 to Address Dangers of Workplace Heat Hazards

Workers and public officials will discuss the proposed OSHA heat standard and potential solutions on September 5, 2024. Read Now
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