Occupational hazards require continuous assessment and evaluation to ensure the sustainment of zero hazard occurrences.
It’s no surprise there is an increase in leading organizations transitioning into digital worksites.
Communication is key when it comes to success in the workplace.
As safety professionals, we need to always consider the electrical issue as it relates to lockout/tagout.
The Illinois Department of Labor and OSHA highlight ways to address violence issues in the workplace.
OSHA investigation finds that safety procedures could have prevented the tragedy.
Thousands of heat injuries across the country went unaccounted for.
Episode 84
In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard talks about OSHA's latest revision to the National Emphasis Program for COVID-19, DOL's attempt to increase funding to hire OSHA investigators and the CDC's latest data on drug overdoses.
OSHA may receive the funds necessary to increase jobs for investigators.
24 Texas businesses faced more than $200,000 dollars in initial fines.
A new study conducted shows 70 percent of U.S. employees now recognize mental health as a serious issue at work.
The U.S. Department of Labor announces its decisions in cases related to whistleblower retaliation.
Some employees and workers are apprehensive to get back to the office; here are tips provided for a more welcoming approach back.
A Jacksonville, Florida company owes nearly $222K in back wages and damages after an OSHA investigation finds a pattern of retaliation.
Episode 80
While there seems to be a light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel, we may see the impact of the pandemic on worker safety for months, or years, to come. In this episode, editor Sydny Shepard dives into the physical and mental effects of the pandemic on workers.
All employers should review and implement the all-industries guidance, and healthcare employers should take steps now to implement the ETS.
Episode 79
In this episode, editor Sydny Shepard talks with former Cal/OSHA Associate Safety Engineer Paul Andersen about the standards, regulations and rules associated with emergency eyewash and showers.