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NIOSH, Partners Lead Fifth Annual National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-By Incidents

NIOSH, Partners Lead Fifth Annual National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-By Incidents

The virtual event kicks off National Work Zone Awareness Week, which runs from April 15-19, 2024.

Safety Training: How to Prepare Workers for Confined Spaces While Working Alone

Safety Training: How to Prepare Workers for Confined Spaces While Working Alone

Effective safety training strategies are essential for prioritizing worker safety in confined spaces, particularly for those working alone.

NIOSH Announces 2024 Black Lung Screening Dates and Locations

NIOSH Announces 2024 Black Lung Screening Dates and Locations

The screenings aid in the early detection of black lung disease, particular among miners.



Missouri Roofing Contractor Facing $267,332 in OSHA Penalties

Missouri Roofing Contractor Facing $267,332 in OSHA Penalties

H R Vasquez Construction LLC has a history of fall protection violations.

Drill Down to the Root Cause to Ensure Worksite Safety After an Incident

Drill Down to the Root Cause to Ensure Worksite Safety After an Incident

Tools such as the fishbone diagram and the 5 Whys technique can help worksite incident investigations identify the root causes of workplace accidents and improve safety protocols.

NSC Report Names Heat Stress, Fatigue Among Biggest Safety Risks for Crane Industry

NSC Report Names Heat Stress, Fatigue Among Biggest Safety Risks for Crane Industry

The NSC collaborated with the NCCCO Foundation for this latest effort in its ongoing Work to Zero initiative.

Improving Job Site Security for Construction Companies

Improving Job Site Security for Construction Companies

Nothing protects job site assets better than a well-drawn-out security plan for a job site.

Modular Home Manufacturer Again Exposed Workers to Safety, Health Risks

Modular Home Manufacturer Again Exposed Workers to Safety, Health Risks

OSHA has cited Cavco Industries Inc. with 38 violations since 2015.

DOL Calls for Public Feedback to Enhance OSHA Whistleblower Program

DOL Calls for Public Feedback to Enhance OSHA Whistleblower Program

The May 15, 2024, meeting is the latest effort to get the public involved in the agency’s Whistleblower Protection Program.

How Jobsite Tech Poses Safety Challenges in Construction

How Jobsite Tech Poses Safety Challenges in Construction

Here’s why what happens in the field shouldn’t stay in the field.

DOL Hosts Federal Black Lung Program Events in Pennyslvania, Nationwide

DOL Hosts Federal Black Lung Program Events in Pennyslvania, Nationwide

The events aim to provide those affected by black lung disease and their families with guidance on filing benefits claims.

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Drug Screening and Workers' Compensation: Understanding the Link

Most worksite injury prevention programs focus solely on conditions of the worksite – making sure workers properly use PPE, correct equipment usage and more.

Getting a Grip: The Essentials of Textured Disposable Gloves

Getting a Grip: The Essentials of Textured Disposable Gloves

Here's what companies need to know about textured disposable gloves.

Ohio Painting Company Fined for Hazardous Employment of Minors

Ohio Painting Company Fined for Hazardous Employment of Minors

Neubert Painting Inc. allowed underage workers to work on customers’ roofs.

Building a Successful Safety Culture

Building a Successful Safety Culture

Many leaders understand what a safe working environment looks like but might not have the tools to creat a productive safety culture.

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