SB 1046 requires Cal/OSHA to propose safety standards for lifeguards, park rangers and other high-risk employees by 2030.
The national partnership will develop training and resources to help employers identify hazards that could cause severe injuries or deaths.
The proposal also calls for written policies, trained screening personnel and procedures for detected weapons.
The WORK to Save Lives Act would direct OSHA to issue employer guidance and set overdose-response requirements for federal agencies.
The National Fire Protection Association is partnering with NASCAR driver Joey Gase to promote lithium-ion battery safety during Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 4-10.
Federal data show transportation incidents were the leading cause of North Carolina's workplace deaths in 2024, accounting for 39% of fatalities.
More than a century of workplace tragedies and reforms helped shape today’s safety requirements. Understanding that history can help safety professionals reinforce why established controls still matter.
The new chapter will support regional coordination on electrical code enforcement, education and training.
J. J. Keller recognized safety leaders from a plastics equipment manufacturer, a demolition company and a logistics business.
The 50-page resource uses workplace stories and practical tips to help employees apply ergonomics without technical jargon.