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Work-Related Incidents Claimed 135 Workers’ Lives from 2022 to 2023 in Great Britain, Provisional Data Shows

The fatal injury rate per 100,000 workers from April 2022 to March 2023 was 0.41.

How Can Electrical Contractors Plan for Workplace Emergencies?

OSHA Cites Florida Construction Company After One Worker Died, Another Injured

Both workers, between the ages of 45 and 55, fell 35 feet during a project on Interstate 95.

How Can Electrical Contractors Plan for Workplace Emergencies?

How Can Electrical Contractors Plan for Workplace Emergencies?

Preparing for emergencies is of the utmost importance.



A group of safety professionals networking at the ASSP

ASSP Announces Safety 2023 Attendance Hit Record-High

The event saw a turnout of over 6,000 professionals.

a miner drilling in an underground mine

New Proposed Rule Focuses on Miner Exposure to Silica Dust

The Mine Safety and Health Administration's (MSHA) proposed rule suggests a decreased Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) for respirable crystalline silica.

5 Solutions to Mitigate Risks Associated with Prolonged Standing

25 Years and Counting: Colorado Company Again Recognized Under OSHA’s VPP

LPR Construction Inc., which has maintained the same status for 25 years, was recently re-awarded the “star” designation.

5 Solutions to Mitigate Risks Associated with Prolonged Standing

5 Solutions to Mitigate Risks Associated with Prolonged Standing

Workers who stand can run into many health issues, but options like seats, floor mats, footrests and more may help make a difference.

4 Tips for Staying Safe While Transporting Passengers

What advice does NIOSH provide on preventing violence as a driver?

Death of Worker, Who Spoke of Heat-Illness-Related Symptom, Could Have Been Prevented, OSHA Says

The farmworker said they experienced “fatigue and leg pain.”

Safety Implications of Emerging Technology

Safety Implications of Emerging Technology

How can modernizing your systems affect the safety of your workers?

Safe Practices for Storing Hazardous Substances on Construction Sites

Correctly storing substances will help ensure your workers and workplace are safe.

Dollar Tree Cited After Hazards Found at Rhode Island Store

Dollar Tree Cited After Hazards Found at Rhode Island Store

The company now faces $294,668 in proposed penalties.

Safety Starts with Engagement

Safety Starts with Engagement

With employees’ expectations changing—especially over the last few years—employers must make adjustments to their approaches, including safety.

Building a Culture of Safety: Strategies for Construction Contractors and Project Owners

Building a Culture of Safety: Strategies for Construction Contractors and Project Owners

Let's look at four core tenets of a solid construction firm safety culture.

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