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Best Practices to Consider for Industrial Hygiene

Best Practices to Consider for Industrial Hygiene

Let's explore best practices in industrial hygiene, with a focus on OSHA's role in regulating and promoting workplace safety.

Workplace Safety in Distribution Centers and Warehouses at Heart of OSHA’s New National Emphasis Program

The emphasis program, which will run for three years, will focus on preventing workplace hazards.

OSHA Issues Citations to Kansas Contractors After Trench Collapse

Two workers survived the January 2023 incident, but the company is facing $333,949 in proposed penalties.

5 Solutions to Mitigate Risks Associated with Prolonged Standing

25 Years and Counting: Colorado Company Again Recognized Under OSHA’s VPP

LPR Construction Inc., which has maintained the same status for 25 years, was recently re-awarded the “star” designation.

4 Tips for Staying Safe While Transporting Passengers

What advice does NIOSH provide on preventing violence as a driver?

Safety Starts with Engagement

Safety Starts with Engagement

With employees’ expectations changing—especially over the last few years—employers must make adjustments to their approaches, including safety.

Building a Culture of Safety: Strategies for Construction Contractors and Project Owners

Building a Culture of Safety: Strategies for Construction Contractors and Project Owners

Let's look at four core tenets of a solid construction firm safety culture.



How Can Employers Encourage Responsible Screen Use at Work?

How Can Employers Encourage Responsible Screen Use at Work?

Although many jobs require frequent and long-term screen use, employers and employees can take action to prevent problems like headaches and sleep disruption.

OSHA Finds Obstructed Exits, Walkways at Texas Family Dollar

OSHA Finds Obstructed Exits, Walkways at Texas Family Dollar

The Dollar Tree Inc. subsidiary Family Dollar Stores of Texas LLC now faces $294,657 in proposed penalties.

ASSP, VPPPA Sign 18-Month Agreement to Help OSHA with VPP Modernization, Growth

ASSP, VPPPA Sign 18-Month Agreement to Help OSHA with VPP Modernization, Growth

The newly signed memorandum of understanding will help further safety and health.

Safety Measures in Warehouses and Fulfillment Centers

Let’s look at a few best practices for protecting workers.

Designing an Office Space that Prioritizes Your Health and Well-Being

From setting up your workstation to taking walks, there are many ways office workers can create a healthier workspace.

The Confluence Between Human and Machine in the Prioritization of Risk in Life Safety

Here’s how human intelligence and machine capabilities can be used in facility management.

Building a Safety Culture to Enhance Workplace Safety

Every workplace needs a safety plan, but businesses need to determine what safety checks work best for them.

Preventing Needlestick and Sharps Injuries in the Healthcare Industry

What risks do these types of injuries present for healthcare workers, and what can be done to keep workers safe?

Gallup Report Finds More Workers in U.S., Canada, East Asia Experienced Stress Than Other Regions’ Workers

Gallup Report Finds More Workers in U.S., Canada, East Asia Experienced Stress Than Other Regions’ Workers

About one in two respondents in these two regions reported experiencing stress “a lot of the day yesterday.”

Illinois Contractor Cited for Seventh Time in Almost 8 Years

Worker Dies in Illinois Trench Collapse, OSHA Cites Company

The company faces a citation for one willful and one serious violation and $35,940 in proposed penalties.

Illinois Contractor Cited for Seventh Time in Almost 8 Years

Illinois Contractor Cited for Seventh Time in Almost 8 Years

OSHA found that workers were not given fall protection equipment, among other violations.

Illinois Roofing Contractor Did Not Give Roofers Fall Protection, OSHA Says

Illinois Roofing Contractor Did Not Give Roofers Fall Protection, OSHA Says

The contractor was cited for violations related to fall protection in 2019 and 2022.

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