Top Stories -- Occupational Health & Safety

$1.9M in Grants Awarded to 14 Organizations for Safety and Health Training

OSHA announced the names of the nonprofits who will receive funds through Susan Harwood grants.

NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2022: What to See and Do in San Diego

This year’s congress and expo will be held at the San Diego Conference Center.

NSC Joins Roundtable on Technology and Worker Safety

In August, NSC talked with a U.S. Senator and other industry members on the role of technology in safety.

Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health to Speak at NSC Congress & Expo 2022

Doug Parker will provide updates on OSHA and speak on a DE&I panel.

Live From NSC Safety Congress & Expo 2022 Starts Next Week

OH&S will bring your daily coverage of the congress and expo from the showroom floor.

Prioritizing the Safety and Well-Being of Employee’s Amid Global Climate Conditions

Awareness and training are two key factors in protecting workers from heat-related illnesses.

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Creating an Effective AED Program in the Workplace

An AED can't save a life, if it cannot be found. In this podcast, listen to tips for an effective AED program.

NIOSH Funds 11 Agricultural Centers to Focus on Safety and Health

The newest Agricultural Center is the Great Lakes Center for Farmworker Health and Wellbeing at the University of Illinois Chicago.

Alliance on Workplace Mental Health, Suicide Prevention Signed by OSHA, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

The alliance was signed during Construction Suicide Prevention Week.

Enhancing Safety in Manufacturing with Workforce Transformation Technology

Employers can use augmented reality-enabled solutions to capture knowledge from workers.

Auto Parts Manufacturer Cited After 13 Fires in Two Years

The company faces one willful and nine serious violations.

Construction Suicide Prevention Week Helps Employers Learn to Save Lives

The week will be held from September 5 to 9, 2022.

Wells Fargo Ordered to Pay $22M, Allegedly Violated Whistleblower Protection Provisions, OSHA says.

Wells Fargo Ordered to Pay Over $22M, Allegedly Violated Whistleblower Protection Provisions, OSHA says

A senior manager who reported alleged violations was terminated in 2019.

Live From NSC Congress & Expo 2022 Preview

The "Live From" page features an aggregated account of show activity, as well as live multimedia reporting from the show floor.

NSC Updates On-Site Health & Safety Guidelines for 2022 Congress & Expo

The National Safety Council is excited to welcome professionals to San Diego with safety in mind.

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New Report Uncovers Key Challenges in Manufacturing Amid Labor Shortage

The manufacturing industry could require 3.8 million jobs to be filled within the next decade. 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. Read Now
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"Can't Rather than Don't" Makes Injuries Impossible

The "can't rather than don't" principle emphasizes using engineering controls to make safety incidents physically impossible, rather than relying on administrative controls that depend on worker vigilance. Read Now
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OSHA Cites Texas Steel Company for Ongoing Safety Hazards

Kyoei Steel, the operator of Vinton Steel LLC, faces $269,631 in penalties for repeat and serious safety violations. Read Now
Assessing Respiratory Hazards and Risks During Disasters

Expert Dennis Terpin discusses the various respiratory issues involved in disaster response and the key components of a respiratory protection program in disaster scenarios. Read Now

Artificial Intelligence

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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