A federal court has ordered Mar-Jac Poultry AL LLC to pay $385,000 in civil penalties and comply with strict oversight measures following repeated violations of federal child labor laws, including hiring minors for hazardous work.
A new OSHA proposal would limit the use of the General Duty Clause in cases where workplace hazards are considered inherent to professional, athletic, or entertainment activities.
Timely access to eyewash stations can make all the difference in preventing eye injuries in hazardous work environments. How can safety managers keep them accessible, and ensure compliance for faster, more effective emergency response?
In his 200th column for OH&S, Robert Pater shares practical strategies for safety leaders to avoid complacency, stay mission-focused, and draw inspiration from diverse disciplines to keep safety culture vibrant and effective.
OSHA launches #MirrorCheck to help employers and workers prevent injuries and fatalities caused by backover incidents in work zones.
From advanced tank-cleaning nozzles to modular cleanrooms and smart safety acquisitions, these innovations support safe, compliant operations across industry sectors.
The five-year program update expands industry targeting, removes low-risk sites from inspection lists, and sharpens focus on machine-related injury prevention.
Stage FX Inc. and James Thomas Productions LLC cited for serious safety violations following October 2024 employee fatality during stage erection.
How psychological safety influences workplace injury prevention and offers strategies for safety professionals to foster more open, trust-based environments.
Runoff from industrial sites and facilities can carry contaminants that threaten both the environment and workplace safety. Here’s how smart filtration strategies help control pollution and protect your people
OH&S Safety Pod features Ansell’s Nick Brown to discuss how tailored safety assessments can help EHS professionals address risks, ensure compliance, and improve worker protection.
Strengthening collaboration between procurement and safety teams can significantly reduce warehouse risks by enforcing safety standards in supply contracts and ensuring compliance.
Workplace horseplay poses serious safety risks, requiring clear policies, education, and leadership to prevent injuries and liabilities.
Moisture measurement in powder and bulk solids operations is vital to improving process control.
A skill matrix enables organizations to map key competencies, plan for absences, and ensure seamless operations through effective cross-training and backup strategies.
Implementing practical safety strategies for forklift fleets can reduce accidents, protect workers and enhance operational efficiency in growing industrial sectors.
Successfully training employees in safety requires some fundamental nuances in your approach
Employing smarter material management techniques, such as minimal push force, motorized casters, regular maintenance, and comprehensive training, enhances workplace safety and efficiency in manufacturing.
Creating an effective safety audit schedule is essential for managing high-risk tasks and improving safety processes during production shutdowns.
Autonomous solutions in distribution yards improve safety, efficiency and cost control by reducing human involvement in hazardous tasks and minimizing risks to workers.