Regulatory & Standards


Washington L&I Will Meet to Discuss Safety Standards for Waterfront Workers

Washington L&I Will Meet to Discuss Safety Standards for Waterfront Workers

The virtual meeting will take place on March 21, 2024, allowing stakeholder review of the proposed rule changes.

Washington L&I Proposes Updates to Contractor Registration Rules

Washington L&I Proposes Updates to Contractor Registration Rules

The rule change addresses definitions, penalty and bond amounts, and fees for general and specialty contractors.

Washington L&I Updates Electrical Safety Standards

Washington L&I Updates Electrical Safety Standards

The new regulations, effective from April 1, 2024, aim to improve public safety and align with current industry practices.

OSHA Fines Massachusetts Contractor $306,229 for Fall Hazard Violations

OSHA Fines Massachusetts Contractor $306,229 for Fall Hazard Violations

Brothers Construction Services Inc. has similar citations dating back to 2011.

DOL Seeks Injunction Against Fayette Janitorial Service Over Child Labor Violations

DOL Seeks Injunction Against Fayette Janitorial Service Over Child Labor Violations

The Tennessee-based company allegedly employed more than 24 minors to perform hazardous tasks.

New Jersey Steel Fabrication Company Faces OSHA Violations

New Jersey Steel Fabrication Company Faces OSHA Violations

The agency has proposed penalties of $348,683 to Kenric Steel LLC.

Two Employers Face OSHA Citations After Tragic Incident at Florida Cement Silo

Two Employers Face OSHA Citations After Tragic Incident at Florida Cement Silo

G & R Mineral Services Inc. and HM Southeast Cement LLC face more than $82,000 in proposed penalties.

New Jersey Contractor Faces Over $1 Million in Penalties for Lack of Fall Protection

New Jersey Contractor Faces Over $1 Million in Penalties for Lack of Fall Protection

Since 2016, Adrian Construction Group LLC has been cited five times for similar violations.



OSHA Cites Illinois Contractor for Fall Hazards for Eighth Time Since 2015

OSHA Cites Illinois Contractor for Fall Hazards for Eighth Time Since 2015

United Custom Homes LLC faces $264,143 in proposed penalties, in addition to $238,572 in unpaid OSHA penalties.

Washington L&I Moves to Require Enhanced Training for Fire-Resistant Material

Washington L&I Moves to Require Enhanced Training for Fire-Resistant Material

The rule change aims to improve the effectiveness of fire protection measures.

OSHA Concludes Investigation into Household Cleaning Manufacturer After Worker Amputation

OSHA Concludes Investigation into Household Cleaning Manufacturer After Worker Amputation

Green Bay, Wisconsin-based Tufco LP faces $194,518 in proposed penalties.

Crane Rental Company Faces OSHA Citations, Fines After Worker’s Death

Crane Rental Company Faces OSHA Citations, Fines After Worker’s Death

The crane operator suffered a fatal electrocution on a Capt’n Hook’s Crane Service Inc.

Washington L&I Updates Fall Protection Standards to Align with Federal Regulations

Washington L&I Updates Fall Protection Standards to Align with Federal Regulations

The rule changes will bring the department more in line with federal OSHA standards.

DOL Finds Roofing Company Violated Child Labor Laws Following Teen Worker’s Death

DOL Finds Roofing Company Violated Child Labor Laws Following Teen Worker’s Death

Apex Roofing & Restoration LLC faces $117,175 in fines after the 15-year-old’s fatal fall.

NSC, NIOSH Renew Partnership to Enhance Workplace Safety

NSC, NIOSH Renew Partnership to Enhance Workplace Safety

The collaboration aims to push occupational safety and health strategies forward.

MSHA Completes Second Pattern of Violations Screening for 2023

MSHA Completes Second Pattern of Violations Screening for 2023

This marks the first time in which multiple POV screenings were conducted in a single calendar year.

Alabama Construction Company Cited After Heat Hazards Claim Worker’s Life

Alabama Construction Company Cited After Heat Hazards Claim Worker’s Life

SJ&L General Contractor LLC now faces $16,131 in proposed OSHA penalties for the violation.

VPPPA and Roco Rescue Partner to Boost Workplace Safety Offerings

VPPPA and Roco Rescue Partner to Boost Workplace Safety Offerings

The partnership is the first in VPPPA’s Strategic Partner Program.

OSHA Cites Plumbing Contractor for Safety Failures After Fatal Employee Accident

OSHA Cites Plumbing Contractor for Safety Failures After Fatal Employee Accident

K&D Plumbing Inc. faces $184,387 in proposed penalties for six serious violations.

J. J. Keller & Associates Introduces 4 New Onsite Healthcare Consulting Services

J. J. Keller & Associates Introduces 4 New Onsite Healthcare Consulting Services

The new service offerings aim to assist hospitals and clinics with regulatory and accreditation requirements.

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