Risk Management


Milwaukee Metal Fabricating Facility Cited for Failing to Implement Hearing Conservation and Machine Safety Programs

Milwaukee Metal Fabricating Facility Cited for Failing to Implement Hearing Conservation and Machine Safety Programs

Tramont Manufacturing LLC ignored hazards found during inspections in 2020.

Updated Enforcement Guidance for the Tree Care Industry is Implemented

Updated Enforcement Guidance for the Tree Care Industry is Implemented

Many of the hazards found in tree care and tree removal operations are addressed by OSHA’s General Industry standards, now it’s time for an update.

OSHA Signs an Alliance to Protect Workers from Grain Handling Hazards

OSHA Signs an Alliance to Protect Workers from Grain Handling Hazards

The Ohio Agribusiness Association partners with OSHA to help train workers.

Three Whistleblower Retaliation Cases Result in Violations and Citations

Three Whistleblower Retaliation Cases Result in Violations and Citations

The U.S. Department of Labor announces its decisions in cases related to whistleblower retaliation.

U.S. Department of Labor Orders CSX Transportation Inc. to Pay Worker Drawing Attention to Safety Concerns

U.S. Department of Labor Orders CSX Transportation Inc. to Pay Worker Drawing Attention to Safety Concerns

A Jacksonville, Florida company owes nearly $222K in back wages and damages after an OSHA investigation finds a pattern of retaliation.

OSHA Urges Fireworks Safety this Fourth of July Weekend

OSHA Urges Fireworks Safety this Fourth of July Weekend

Independence Day is approaching and employers must keep an eye out for their employees working in the industry this holiday.

Toccoa Plastic Recycler Cited for Violating Safety Standards after Worker Sustains Fatal Injuries

Toccoa Plastic Recycler Cited for Violating Safety Standards after Worker Sustains Fatal Injuries

Scrap Masters Inc. faces fines and citations for exposing employees to workplace hazards.



The Post-Pandemic Reframing of Workplace Safety

Episode 81

The Post-Pandemic Reframing of Workplace Safety

Looking into the future, employers must reframe how they think about workplace safety, health and wellness. In this episode, editor Sydny Shepard and Blackline Safety Chief Revenue Officer Sean Stinson discuss the issues on the forefront and how companies can mitigate them.

Enterprise AI for Industrial Companies Must Address Worker Alarm Fatigue-- A Third Generation of Technology is Doing Just That.

Enterprise AI for Industrial Companies Must Address Worker Alarm Fatigue-- A Third Generation of Technology is Doing Just That

If we want to really capture value with new technology, we’re going to have to devote more thought to the people in our organizations who can best harness and benefit most from that new tech.

OSHA Repeated Inspections Find Tortilla Factory Continuously Exposed Workers to Amputation Dangers

OSHA Repeated Inspections Find Tortilla Factory Continuously Exposed Workers to Amputation Dangers

El Milagro out of San Marcos, TX was cited for seven repeat, serious violations.

Recent Accident is a Stark Reminder of the Dangers of Nitrogen in the Workplace

Recent Accident is a Stark Reminder of the Dangers of Nitrogen in the Workplace

It is important to understand the dangers of nitrogen in the workplace and the safety measures that should be implemented to avoid injury.

Rehydrate, Rest, Repeat: Summer Safety Reminders for Outdoor Workers

Rehydrate, Rest, Repeat: Summer Safety Reminders for Outdoor Workers

Recognizing the signs and symptoms of HRIs and preparing employees for warmer weather are critical to creating a sustainable, healthy workforce during warmer months.

NSC Partners with Amazon to Battle MSDs in Unique Collaboration

NSC Partners with Amazon to Battle MSDs in Unique Collaboration

The National Safety Council and Amazon have announced a five-year partnership that looks to prevent common musculoskeletal injuries.

Environmental Protection Agency to Conduct Listening Sessions on Chemical Accident Prevention

Environmental Protection Agency to Conduct Listening Sessions on Chemical Accident Prevention

OSHA is scheduled to participate in both sessions set for June and July.

Three Things to Learn about Safety from Front-Line Employees

Three Things to Learn about Safety from Front-Line Employees

David Keeling, Vice President of Global Health and Safety at UPS, shares his experience working with over half a million front-line employees.

Keep Your Cool, Indoors and Out

Keep Your Cool, Indoors and Out

Protecting your skin from the heat and sun is important not only outdoors but inside, as well.

Seeing 20/20: Creating a Vision Protection Program that Works

Seeing 20/20: Creating a Vision Protection Program that Works

Understanding why workers aren’t wearing their vision protection will help identify program gaps.

Demolition Collapse Kills Two Workers in Manchester, Ohio

Demolition Collapse Kills Two Workers in Manchester, Ohio

Two Michigan companies were cited by OSHA; the investigation conducted found they failed to check for safety hazards.

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