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U.S. Department of Labor Cites Medical Center for Inadequate Workplace Violence Safeguards for Employees

U.S. Department of Labor Cites Manufacturer for 48 Safety, Health Violations Following Employee's Death

PM Engineered Solutions of Watertown, Connecticut faces $236K in penalties.

Departments of Labor and Education, Federal Communications Commission, National Telecommunications and Information Administration announce members of Telecommunications Workforce Working Group

The U.S. Supreme Court Halts Covid-19 Vaccine Rule for Businesses

The major push to boost vaccination rates stopped.

Episode 120

Blocked by SCOTUS: The Latest on OSHA’s Test-and-Mask Mandate

The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a stay on OSHA's ETS to protect workers from Covid-19. In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the history of the ETS, from inception to SCOTUS block.

CDC Recommends Better Masks Against Omicron Variant

The agency is likely to say people who can wear N95 or KN95 masks should do so.

The U.S. Department of Labor, Choate Construction to Promote Workplace Safety and Health at Savannah Historic District Project

The partnership was created to focus on preventing worker injuries and exposure to hazards.

The U.S. Department of Labor finds Idaho Utility Contractor Put Workers at Risk by Failing to Provide Training on Excavation Hazards

Mountain Power Construction faces $173K in penalties.

The U.S. Department of Labor and Mexican Consulate Renew Alliance to Protect and Educate Workers, Employers in Kansas, Missouri on Safety

The alliance continues eight years of a collaborative safety and training relationship.

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Exhausted Workers Raise Safety Risks Across High-Hazard Industries

Safety experts warn that fatigue can impair judgment and lead to system-wide failures, not just individual injuries. Read Now
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Automation's Role in Managing Safety Risks in Understaffed Hospitals

Chronic staffing shortages raise risks for health care workers and patients, but automation can help—if applied thoughtfully and with human oversight. Read Now
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Construction Safety Week Releases New Technical Safety Bulletins

Resources focus on hazard recognition and controls to help prevent serious injuries and fatalities on jobsites. Read Now
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Maine Department of Labor Offers Free Workplace Safety Training

February classes cover mine safety, respiratory protection, industrial hygiene, and fire department operations. Read Now
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David Cormack Begins Tenure as LEEA Board Chair

Cormack has begun a two-year term as chair of the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association, focusing on safety standards and global industry engagement. Read Now
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ALI Launches 2026 Ladder Safety Training and Citations Survey

Survey will track ladder safety training, injuries, and OSHA citation trends across U.S. workplaces. Read Now
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Automation's Role in Managing Safety Risks in Understaffed Hospitals
Chronic staffing shortages raise risks for health care workers and patients, but automation can help—if applied thoughtfully and with human oversight.
Skilled Trades Turn to AI Amid Labor Shortages
The 2026 State of the Skilled Trades report from NFPA finds workers expect more AI on the job but want stronger training and protections as labor shortages persist.
NFPA Unveils NFPA LiNK® 3.0 Advancing Digital Transformation in Fire and Life Safety
The latest update to NFPA LiNK introduces AI-powered tools and workflow enhancements designed to help safety professionals apply codes and standards faster, more accurately, and with greater confidence.

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