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Battery Manufacturer Faces $160,727 in OSHA Penalties for Unsafe Lead Levels

Battery Manufacturer Faces $160,727 in OSHA Penalties for Unsafe Lead Levels

The company was previously cited for similar citations in 2018 and 2019.

A New Educational Opportunity for Safety Professionals

The Doctor of Occupational Safety and Health program aims to help safety managers leverage safety statistics and research to better protect workers. Dr. Dan Corcoran, the Academic Program Director of Occupational Safety and Health and Environmental Management at CSU, joins the podcast to discuss the new program.

DOL Reveals Releases Annual Child Labor Report

DOL Reveals Releases Annual Child Labor Report

The new report aims to uncover and combat the worst forms of child labor.



DOL Announces $94M in Grants for Infrastructure Job Training

DOL Announces $94M in Grants for Infrastructure Job Training

The funding aim to prepare a diverse workforce for high-demand positions.

OSHA Focuses on Worker Safety in Hurricane Idalia Aftermath

OSHA Focuses on Worker Safety in Hurricane Idalia Aftermath

The agency is prioritizing on-site support in Florida's hardest-hit areas.

Federal Advisory Council on Occupational Safety and Health Meets on October 19

The public is invited to participate in the virtual meeting, which will cover best practices and regulatory updates.

OSHA Cites Pennsylvania Dumpster Manufacturer with Numerous Safety Violations

OSHA Cites Pennsylvania Dumpster Manufacturer with Numerous Safety Violations

The company is hit with penalties amounting to $484,401.

OSHA Cites Oklahoma Contractor Following Trench Collapse Fatality

OSHA Cites Oklahoma Contractor Following Trench Collapse Fatality

The firm is looking at penalties totaling $82,149.

OSHA Cites Roofing Contractor for Violations Following Worker’s Fatal Fall

OSHA Cites Roofing Contractor for Violations Following Worker’s Fatal Fall

Sealed Tight Roofing Inc. faces $84,379 in penalties after failing to ensure safety measures.

OSHA Initiates Program to Combat Silica Exposure in Engineered Stone Industry

OSHA Initiates Program to Combat Silica Exposure in Engineered Stone Industry

Workers face severe health risks from silica dust exposure.

OSHA Cites Concrete Pipe Manufacturer Following Young Worker

OSHA Cites Concrete Pipe Manufacturer Following Young Worker's Death

The company was hit with $245,546 in proposed penalties.

Guide for an Effective Warehouse Layout Design to Reduce the Risk of Accidents and Boost Productivity

An effective warehouse layout can significantly reduce the risk of accidents while also boosting productivity.

Safety+ Symposium 2023: A Recap of Notable Speakers

Safety+ Symposium 2023: A Recap of Notable Speakers

The annual safety event hosted a number of standout sessions.

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VPPPA's Safety+ Symposium 2024 Set for Aurora, Colorado

The annual event has revealed its next destination.

Expecting the Unexpected: Mitigating the Effects of Severe Weather with Proactive Planning

Expecting the Unexpected: Mitigating the Effects of Severe Weather with Proactive Planning

Getting ahead of something as unpredictable as severe weather can seem an impossible challenge, but understanding the four pillars of an effective response plan can help managers ensure workers stay safe and healthy no matter what's on the forecast.

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