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Twin Towers in NYC

September 11, 2001: A Day That Changed America

Editorial staff reflect on 9/11's 25th anniversary, honoring the fallen while analyzing how the tragedy permanently transformed safety, security and emergency preparedness.

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North Carolina Restarts Mining Safety Program

Voluntary program evaluates safety practices at mines and quarries across the state.

Two industrial workers in high-visibility vests resting outdoors in extreme heat, showing signs of heat exhaustion.

California Employers Are Reminded of Heat Safety Requirements

Cal/OSHA is prompting employers to protect indoor and outdoor workers as temperatures climb into the triple digits.

Miami, Florida, U.S - September 22, 2024 - The view of the airport terminal and American Airlines planes on the tarmac

Tragic Miami Runway Excursion Highlights Ground Crew Exposure Hazards

Five airport cleaning workers died in a tarmac crash, emphasizing the vital role of runway arresting technology and ground safety controls.

An iron worker crouching low while welding metal, with protective gear and face shield on as sparks fly around the work area.

Michigan Opens College Credit Pathway to Iron Workers

Twelve skilled building trades unions have joined the program for curriculum evaluations.

A person using a stylus on an interactive digital dashboard displaying workplace safety metrics, charts, and risk management graphics.

Connecticut Releases Occupational Illness Report, Workplace Prevention Guide

New resources highlight occupational illness trends and provide safety and health committees with practical strategies for identifying and preventing workplace hazards.

Jersey City Empty Sky Memorial

New Jersey Honors Workers Who Supported Ground Zero Safety Efforts After 9/11

Thirty-five state employees helped protect first responders and recovery crews by distributing PPE, fitting safety equipment and monitoring air quality in the aftermath of the World Trade Center attacks.

Box Lifting Close

Keep the Load Close: What Does It Really Mean in Practice?

Safe lifting involves more than technique. Workplace design, load positioning and ergonomic solutions can help workers keep loads closer and reduce physical strain.



"Construction worker in hard hat, safety glasses and mask points forward, with OSHA graphic overlay showing safety checklist and hard hat icons"

NYC Construction Safety Training Company Indicted in Alleged OSHA Card Scheme

Prosecutors allege the company sold OSHA and Site Safety Training cards to individuals who had not completed required construction safety courses.

Interior view of a dimly lit underground mine shaft framed by weathered wooden support beams leading into a dark tunnel.

MSHA Highlights Perimeter Controls and Hazard Reporting at Abandoned Mines

The U.S. has approximately 17,000 abandoned underground mines and 56,000 abandoned surface mines.

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