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Top Five OH&S SafetyPod Episodes from 2022

OH&S has released over 60 episodes of the podcast this year. Here are the episodes you won’t want to miss.

A Look at OSHA

A Look at OSHA's Severe Violator Enforcement Program

Let’s look at how employers can end up in the program and how they can be removed from it.

A Glance at Safety Bills Proposed, Passed in 2022

What steps are governments taking to protect workers?

Protecting Workers from Trench Collapses

Protecting Workers from Trench Collapses

More than 370 workers lost their lives to trench-related incidents from 2003 to 2017.

Streamlining Tier II Reporting With Digitization and Automation

Streamlining Tier II Reporting With Digitization and Automation

Using technology can help empower EHS teams and ensure proactive environmental compliance for businesses.

An In-Depth Look at 2021 Fatal Occupational Injury Data

An In-Depth Look at 2021 Fatal Occupational Injury Data

The data include information on gender, event or exposure, job and more.

OSHA Cites Amazon for Recordkeeping Violations

Following inspections at six warehouse facilities, the e-commerce company now faces up to $29,000 in proposed penalties.

Fatal Work Injuries in 2021 Up Almost Nine Percent from 2020

In 2021, 5,190 workers lost their lives compared to 4,764 in 2020.



OSHA Finds Workers Up to 20 Feet High with No Fall Protection, Cites Ohio Roofing Contractor

OSHA Finds Workers Up to 20 Feet High with No Fall Protection, Cites Ohio Roofing Contractor

The contractor now faces citations for five violations and $300,144 in proposed penalties.

Dollar General Cited After Obstructed Electrical Panel, Emergency Exit Found in GA Store

Dollar General Cited After Obstructed Electrical Panel, Emergency Exit Found in GA Store

The company’s list of citations and proposed penalties continue after the recent inspection.

How Can Distracted Driving Affect Occupational Safety?

How Can Distracted Driving Affect Occupational Safety?

Distracted driving can affect the driver, the reputation of the company and others on the road.

Power Generation Facilities Recognized with ‘Star’ Status Under OSHA’s VPP

The two facilities are located in Massachusetts and are operated by Luminant.

Profits over Protection: Companies Frequently Cited by OSHA in 2022

Episode 180

Profits over Protection: Companies Frequently Cited by OSHA in 2022

In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses some of the most cited companies in 2022.

OSHA Proposes Penalties of $287K Following Death of Two Workers from Not Enough Oxygen

OSHA Proposes Penalties of $287K Following Death of Two Workers from Not Enough Oxygen

The employer did not test the oxygen levels in the sewer manhole, OSHA said.

Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Cited After Workers Found Exposed to Hazards at Georgia Family Dollar Store

Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Cited After Workers Found Exposed to Hazards at Georgia Family Dollar Store

Blocked exit routes and boxes that could have fallen contributed to the four repeat violations.

The Right Testing Solution is Key to Your Hearing Conservation Program

Episode 179

The Right Testing Solution is Key to Your Hearing Conservation Program

Let's talk testing for occupational hearing loss. Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with SHOEBOX's Alexa Gough to talk all about Hearing Conservation Programs, hearing testing and more.

OSHA Proposes $364K in Penalties for Dollar Tree After Inspection

OSHA Proposes $364K in Penalties for Dollar Tree After Inspection

Among the hazards found at the store were slip, trip and fall and fire hazards.

TJX Companies Inc. Cited After OSHA Finds Hazards at Georgia TJ Maxx

TJX Companies Inc. Cited After OSHA Finds Hazards at Georgia TJ Maxx

In total, the company was cited for two repeat violations and one serious violation.

OSHA Looks for Member Nominations for Advisory Committee

OSHA Looks for Member Nominations for Advisory Committee

The deadline for nominations for the Maritime Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health is January 13, 2023.

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