Top Stories -- Occupational Health & Safety

Florida Roofing Contractor Cited After Worker Fatally Injured from Fall

The company was cited for a violation relating to fall hazards.

Understanding the Heat Burden While Wearing Personal Protective Clothing

PPE can have effects on employees who work in heat.

Episode 153

A Shifting Landscape: The Importance of a Safety Management Partner

OH&S Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with Wesco’s Ines Sira to discuss how safety professionals can stay current with new technologies and innovations.

Massachusetts Site Receives Renewal of “Star” Level Recognition

The status was renewed under OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program.

How Can Workers Use PPE More Responsibly?

Workers who are using PPE should inspect and wear it correctly

Nominations for NIOSH Award for Hearing Loss Prevention Recognition Still Open

The Safe-in-Sound Award recognizes organizations that help prevent hearing loss.

For Workforce Wearables, Comfort and Mobility Must Go Hand In Hand With Assistance

Exosuits can be beneficial to workers when you consider more than assistance.

Orlando Family Dollar Store Cited for Emergency Exit Hazard, Obstructed Pathway

Following a worker’s death, the store was cited for willful and repeat violations.

Episode 152

Rise in Trench-Related Fatalities Results in Increased Enforcement, Education

Fatalities from trench-related incidents are on the rise. OSHA is now calling on increased enforcement efforts to protect workers.

Refinery Testing Team Designated “Star” Employer

This new status is the fifth “star” site for the company.

Michigan Issues Program to Reduce Heat-Related Hazards

The program will help workers in indoor and outdoor settings.

Safe + Sound Week Promotes Health and Safety Programs at Work

The event will take place this year from August 15-21.

ASSP Safety 2022 Attendance was Third-Highest

The event saw a turnout of 5,564 people in person and virtually.

New Best Practices Issued for Temporary Workers

NIOSH and other organizations like ASSP worked to put together the document.

How Workers Can Protect Themselves from Heat

Employers are responsible for keeping workers safe from heat, but there are steps workers can follow too.

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OSHA Fines Illinois Contractor for Repeated Fall Protection Violations

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