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Organizers Open Registration for Annual Safe and Sound Week

Businesses across the country can access free resources to strengthen safety programs and recognize workplace achievements.

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CalOSHA Issues Another Heat Warning to California Employers

State safety officials urge companies to enforce indoor and outdoor heat protocols as temperatures soar across California through August 2.

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New York Blasters Board of Examiners to Meet Aug. 5

The public meeting will review blaster licensing applicants and may include recommendations to the state labor commissioner.

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When Safety Metrics Become the Work

Over-relying on backward-looking compliance metrics like TRIR consumes critical bandwidth without addressing the root causes that drive serious workplace harm.

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Michigan Safety Agency Urges Action After Spate of Workplace Fatalities

Surge in Michigan workplace deaths prompts state officials to call for proactive safety measures and hazard training.

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Workplace Heat Standards Require Adequate Shade and Timely Breaks

Guidelines mandate shaded rest areas and scheduled cool-down periods when temperatures reach 90 degrees.

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Why Practice Matters in Ergonomics Training

Safety briefings and workplace posters fail to prevent musculoskeletal injuries because passive learning lacks muscle memory; bridging the gap requires hands-on practice with immediate feedback.

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MSHA Issues Safety Guidance Following Recent Fatal Mining Accidents

Federal safety officials release best practices after two fatal incidents involving heavy equipment loading and underground roof falls.



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NFPA Report: U.S. Firefighter On-Duty Deaths Rose to 83 in 2025

The latest annual report found firefighter fatalities increased 17 percent from the previous year, with heart attacks remaining the leading cause of death and crash-related incidents continuing to pose significant risks.

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The Efficiency of Safety: Leveraging Motion Economy to Minimize Workplace Injuries

Revisiting Frank and Lillian Gilbreth’s motion study principles reveals that "therblig" micro-movements aren't just tools for industrial speed; they are the key to eliminating soft-tissue strains and cumulative biomechanical debt.

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