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New DOL Rule Expands Electronic Submission of Injury Data in High-Hazard Industries

New DOL Rule Expands Electronic Submission of Injury Data in High-Hazard Industries

The new rule requires certain high-hazard industry employers to submit more comprehensive electronic injury and illness data.

Washington L&I Revamps Safety Rules for Petroleum Refineries

Washington L&I Revamps Safety Rules for Petroleum Refineries

The updated rules focus on proactive risk reduction and enhanced safety measures.

New Jersey Manufacturer Faces Nearly $257,000 in Proposed OSHA Fines

New Jersey Manufacturer Faces Nearly $257,000 in Proposed OSHA Fines

FB International Inc. specializes in manufacturing trade show displays.

How to Prepare Your Organization for an External Safety Audit

How to Prepare Your Organization for an External Safety Audit

An organization that is well-prepared for such an audit will make the process less stressful and time-consuming for everyone involved.

MSHA Announces Rule Protecting Miners from Accidents Tied to Surface Mobile Equipment

MSHA Announces Rule Protecting Miners from Accidents Tied to Surface Mobile Equipment

The final version of the agency's latest rule governing mining worker safety was published on December 20.

Legislators Introduce Two New Bills to Protect Mining Workers

Legislators Introduce Two New Bills to Protect Mining Workers

The laws would aid miners affected by black lung disease and combat silica dust rule challenges.

Didion Milling Inc. to Pay $1.8 Million in OSHA Settlement Following Fatal Explosion

Didion Milling Inc. to Pay $1.8 Million in OSHA Settlement Following Fatal Explosion

The Cambria, Wisconsin incident occurred in May 2017 and claimed the lives of five workers.

Washington L&I Establishes Permanent Wildfire Smoke Rules to Protect Outdoor Workers

Washington L&I Establishes Permanent Wildfire Smoke Rules to Protect Outdoor Workers

Washington is now one of only three U.S. states to create year-round protection from wildfire smoke.



OSHA Fines Houston Contractors Following Fatal Roof Collapse at High School

OSHA Fines Houston Contractors Following Fatal Roof Collapse at High School

ICI Construction Inc. and Emanuel Enterprises face combined proposed penalties of $315,643.

OSHA Fines Illinois Construction Company for Sixth Time Since 2019

OSHA Fines Illinois Construction Company for Sixth Time Since 2019

R&R Construction Services Inc. faces $275,869 in proposed penalties.

Washington L&I Fines Orchard Company Following Two Worker Deaths

Washington L&I Fines Orchard Company Following Two Worker Deaths

Borton & Sons faces $290,000 in proposed penalties for the violations.

Minnesota Contractor Faces $1.8 Million in OSHA Fines

Minnesota Contractor Faces $1.8 Million in OSHA Fines

Wagner Construction Inc. repeatedly exposed workers to trenching hazards.

MSHA Releases Safety Alert Regarding Underground Mobile Equipment

MSHA Releases Safety Alert Regarding Underground Mobile Equipment

Four serious accidents tied to such equipment happened in a matter of weeks.

OSHA Fines Ohio Meat Processor for Safety Failures Following Employee Injury

OSHA Fines Ohio Meat Processor for Safety Failures Following Employee Injury

Sugar Creek Packing Co. faces $277,904 in proposed penalties.

OSHA, NCCCO and NCCCO Foundation Join Forces to Enhance Crane Operator Safety

OSHA, NCCCO and NCCCO Foundation Join Forces to Enhance Crane Operator Safety

The two-year agreement focuses on four of the biggest workplace issues in construction.

Wisconsin Roofing Contractor Cited for Fall Protection Violations

Wisconsin Roofing Contractor Cited for Fall Protection Violations

Overhead Solutions LLC now faces $180,000 in proposed penalties.

MSHA Impact Inspections Uncover 215 Violations in October 2023

MSHA Impact Inspections Uncover 215 Violations in October 2023

The agency completed impact inspections across 13 mines throughout the month.

OSHA’s Nation Advisory Committee on OSH Meets December 12

OSHAs Nation Advisory Committee on OSH Meets December 12

The meeting will be available to attend in person as well as virtually.

ASSP Updates Safety Standard for Communication Structures

ASSP Updates Safety Standard for Communication Structures

The new standard becomes effective on Jan. 1, 2024.

5 Common Reasons Why Safety Measures Get Ignored Over Time

5 Common Reasons Why Safety Measures Get Ignored Over Time

Even organizations with safety measures in place can find standards slipping and procedures being ignored. Here’s why this happens and how to prevent it.

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