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MSHA Targets Arc Flash Prevention During Safety Month

The agency is increasing awareness of lockout/tagout procedures and electrical standards to protect miners from life-threatening explosions.

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OH&S Announces Winners of Sixth Annual Industrial Hygiene Awards

Occupational Health & Safety has announced the winners of its sixth annual Industrial Hygiene Awards across 33 categories, highlighting innovations advancing worker protection.

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Eliminating Communication Gaps to Prevent Workplace Injuries

Clear instructions and active listening are the most effective tools for reducing human error and improving safety outcomes on high-risk job sites.

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Extreme Weather Initiative Targets Major Gaps in Workplace Readiness

A new national program provides employers with tools and peer networks to protect employees from increasing climate-related health risks.

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Maritime Safety Standards Tighten in Caribbean Territories

New federal enforcement initiative targets high injury rates at ports and shipyards throughout Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

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Boeing and NSC Expand Veteran Safety Scholarship Program

A $2.3 million commitment will increase annual safety certificate awards for U.S. veterans to 75 through 2029.

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Managing Heat Stress and Ergonomics in Summer 2026

Integrating thermal safety with ergonomic design is essential for combating rising temperatures and preventing musculoskeletal injuries among outdoor workers.

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OSHA, MSHA to Honor Fallen Workers at National Workers Memorial Program

Families will gather in Washington, D.C., on April 23 for the Department of Labor’s annual Workers Memorial program, honoring lives lost on the job and reinforcing the commitment to preventing workplace fatalities.



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CompScience Debuts AI Safety Platform for Frontline Workers

New software uses artificial intelligence and National Safety Council modeling to identify workplace hazards through mobile photography.

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Modernizing Site Safety with Temporary Fire Detection Systems

The industry is shifting from traditional fire watches to tech-driven monitoring to mitigate human error and protect high-value construction sites.

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