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Gresham Contractor Fined for Repeated Fall Protection Violations

The Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division issued more than $113K in penalties to a residential contractor for repeat safety failures.

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Near-Miss Incidents Caused by Exterior Property Conditions

Don't wait for a fall to take action. Learn why stumbling on uneven ground or dodging overgrown brush are critical warnings for workplace safety.

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Virginia Labor Department Highlights Women in Construction Week

Virginia labor officials are recognizing Women in Construction Week by highlighting the growing role of women in the state’s construction workforce and promoting workplace safety initiatives.

Black Lungs Diagram

Free Screenings Offered to Help Coal Miners Detect Black Lung Early

NIOSH is offering free screenings to help coal miners identify black lung disease early and track respiratory health impacts from coal mine dust exposure.

Lone Worker on a Construction Site

Why Industrial Hygiene Controls Fail When Workers Are Alone

Industrial hygiene controls often fail in lone worker environments where supervision and monitoring are limited.

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NY Construction Peer Network Targets Worker Suicide

A new peer-led support program aims to reduce suicide risk and promote mental wellness among unionized construction workers in New York City.

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Florida Contractor Cited After Fatal HVAC Pipe Explosion

An OSHA investigation into a Bal Harbor Shops worksite fatality resulted in two serious violations and $28,135 in proposed penalties for Hyvac Inc.

Hierarchy of Hazard Controls

Rethinking the Hierarchy of Controls

Too often organizations start with PPE instead of eliminating hazards at the source. Applying the Hierarchy of Controls in the correct order is key to sustainable risk reduction and safer workplaces.



Construction workers in unprotected trench

OSHA Cites New Jersey Contractor After Fatal Trench Collapse

The agency cites an excavation company for willful safety violations following a fatal trench collapse that killed a 34-year-old worker.

OSHA Safety Champions

OSHA Introduces Safety Champions Program

A new Safety Champions Program aims to help employers strengthen workplace safety through a voluntary, structured framework.

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