Washington Firm Fined After Worker Crushed by Excavator Bucket

State inspectors say a preventable equipment failure and multiple safety lapses led to more than $170,000 in fines and placed Rotschy Inc. on Washington’s Severe Violator list.

Experts Warn of a “Silent Epidemic” as Fatigue, Stress and Financial Strain Undermine Worker Safety

Industry leaders say rising fatigue, economic pressure and mental overload are eroding fitness for duty in high-hazard sectors — increasing human error, near misses and the risk of catastrophic incidents.

IOSH: Safety Culture Becomes a Strategic Power Move for Business Leaders

A new framework from the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health positions safety, health and wellbeing as core drivers of corporate resilience, performance and competitive advantage — moving safety culture far beyond compliance.

AI and Smart Manufacturing Technologies Aim to Reduce Injuries on Production Floors

As manufacturing injuries remain high, facilities are turning to AI, smart sensors, predictive maintenance and wearables to detect hazards faster and prevent common production-floor incidents.

OSHA Extends Citation Deadlines as Agency Clears Backlog After Government Shutdown

OSHA has resumed full enforcement operations, is processing previously delayed safety complaints and has extended the contest period for citations issued between Oct. 1 and Nov. 12, 2025.

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Facility Safety Handbook

The OH&S Facility Safety Handbook delivers practical guidance, expert insights, and top safety products to help professionals reduce risks and strengthen worker protection across diverse industries.

THE COLD TRUTH: Combating Cold Stress with DRIFIRE® FR Apparel​

Download this white paper from DRIFIRE dives deep into the impact of cold stress on your workforce, the challenging conditions they face and provides solutions that you can implement today to better prepare your crew. 

Safety Innovations Report Handbook

The 2025 Safety Innovations Report highlights cutting-edge technologies transforming workplace safety through AI-driven systems, advanced PPE, smart monitoring, and data-powered risk reduction. Download Now!