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New Challenge Launched to Improve Protective Gear

New Challenge Launched to Improve Protective Gear

NIOSH teamed up with HeroX to innovate ideas for better-fitting gear for all.

OSHA Proposes to Reconsider Arizona State OSHA Plan

OSHA Proposes to Reconsider Arizona State OSHA Plan

OSHA says the agency’s policies are not as effective as federal OSHA standards.

New Mexico Issues $137,000 Fine, Willful Citation to Movie Production Filming “Rust”

New Mexico Issues $137,000 Fine, Willful Citation to Movie Production Filming “Rust”

The agency investigated an incident from October 2021 that lead to a worker's death.



Six Ways Energy Companies Can Achieve ESG Targets

Six Ways Energy Companies Can Achieve ESG Targets

These targets are a top priority for many companies.

CDC Announces Center for Forecasting and Outbreak Analytics

CDC Announces Center for Forecasting and Outbreak Analytics

The center will collect and analyze data to help inform decisions.

FDA Authorized Emergency Use of New COVID-19 Breath Sample Test

FDA Authorizes Emergency Use of New COVID-19 Breath Sample Test

The test, authorized last week, can provide results in as little as three minutes.

The Truth About Marijuana Impairment & Recent-Use Drug Testing

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The Truth About Marijuana Impairment & Recent-Use Drug Testing

Marijuana impairment, and particularly how long impairment lasts, is often misunderstood, primarily because advocates for marijuana typically present data from available studies within a narrow scope that aligns with their position.

Texas Company Placed in Severe Violator Enforcement Program

Texas Company Placed in Severe Violator Enforcement Program

OSHA cited the company and placed them in the program after 10 incidents in five years.

The Qualities of a Great Safety Leader

Episode 136

The Qualities of a Great Safety Leader

As a safety leader, you are the point person for all safety initiatives. Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the traits a great leader should have to implement effective and successful safety programs.

OSHA Cites Company for Violations Relating to Fall Hazards

OSHA Cites Company for Violations Relating to Fall Hazards

OSHA’s citations include nine violations, including three willful.

Mental Health Benefits are Important to Workers, New Survey Shows

Mental Health Benefits are Important to Workers, New Survey Shows

Employers can take steps to help support workers’ mental health.

New Study Suggests Link Between Silica Dust and Black Lung Disease

New Study Suggests Link Between Silica Dust and Black Lung Disease

The number of coal workers with black lung is increasing.

OSHA Launches New Program to Help Prevent Worker Heat Injury and Illness

OSHA Launches New Program to Help Prevent Worker Heat Injury and Illness

The program is a first-ever for the nation, coming months after OSHA’s Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking.

Manufacturer Cited for Machine Safety Violations After Worker Injured, Hospitalized

Manufacturer Cited for Machine Safety Violations After Worker Injured, Hospitalized

OSHA has proposed penalties of $159,00 after the incident in 2021.

Report Shows Injury Rate at Amazon Warehouses is Up From 2020

Report Shows Injury Rate at Amazon Warehouses is Up From 2020

In 2021, nearly 40,000 workers were injured, report says.

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