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Reducing Workplace Injuries in Manufacturing: The Role of Onsite Early Intervention Services

Reducing Workplace Injuries in Manufacturing: The Role of Onsite Early Intervention Services

How can EI specialists help prevent injuries and illnesses at work?

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Workers' Memorial Day: Honoring Those Who Lost Their Lives, Suffered Injuries, Illnesses from Work

Organizations, companies and agencies will be hosting events for Workers’ Memorial Day, held on April 28.

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Obstructed Exit Routes, Walkways Found at Florida Dollar General

For the latest citation, the company now faces $401,812 in proposed penalties.



NIOSH’s National Firefighter Registry Established to Learn More About Firefighting and Cancer, Increase Health of These First Responders

The new registry—announced in mid-April—marks the “largest effort undertaken by the nation to support and advance understanding of cancer in the fire service.”

OSHA’s ‘Beat the Heat’ Contest Seeks to Further Heat Hazard Education, Encourage Action

Stakeholders have until June 9, 2023, to submit a resource or idea.

How Contractors Can Ensure Adherence to Safety Rules

How Contractors Can Ensure Adherence to Safety Rules

From training workers to utilizing technology, here are five strategies contractors can employ.

OH&S to Host Fourth Industrial Hygiene Virtual Summit in May

OH&S to Host Fourth Industrial Hygiene Virtual Summit in May

Join OH&S and leading health and safety experts for three free webinars on May 18, 2023.

Understanding The True Cost of a Poor Workplace Safety Culture

Understanding The True Cost of a Poor Workplace Safety Culture

A missing or lacking safety culture may lead to concerns such as increased injuries and deaths and more legal issues.

The Time-Traveling Ergonomist: Navigating Past, Present, and Future to Uncover Ergonomic Insights

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The Time-Traveling Ergonomist: Navigating Past, Present, and Future to Uncover Ergonomic Insights

Enter the world of time-traveling ergonomics, where cutting-edge technology meets human intuition to uncover critical insights into workplace safety. This article explores the unique time-traveling journey of ergonomic analysis and the power of collaborative teamwork in creating safer, healthier work environments.

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A Continuing Trend: OSHA Finds ‘Unsafe Conditions’ at Wisconsin, Texas Dollar General Stores

OSHA proposed a combined total of over $550,000 in penalties after inspecting two stores last year.

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Schedule Time to Talk to Employees During National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-By Incidents

Not sure where to start? Read on to find resources for this event, which runs April 17 to 21, 2023.

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Amazon 2022 Warehouse Worker Injury Rates Decreased from 2021 but Were Higher Than Other Warehouses, Report Shows

In 2022, the injury rate was 7.0 per 100 workers, and the serious injury rate was 6.6 per 100 workers.

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10 Safety Tips for Workers in Water Treatment Plants

What steps can people who work in this environment take to protect themselves and their employees?

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OSHA to Hold Meeting for Comments on Whistleblower Program

The virtual event will take place on May 10, 2023.

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New White Paper Looks at Serious Injuries, Fatalities from 2017 to 2021

Although data found the rate of SIFs decreased from 2020 to 2021, employers need to continually work to prevent these events from happening.

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