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U.S. Department of Labor Seeks Nominations for Employee Representative on Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health

Worker Shortages and Flight Delays are Contributing to the Slow Delivery of Rapid Tests

Despite many efforts, millions of rapid test kits are backlogged for delivery.

Episode 121

Detailing What We Know About OSHA's Incoming Heat Standard

OSHA has confirmed that it will publish a standard on extreme heat. Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard takes a look at what might be included in the final rule.

Several Employees were Hospitalized Following COVID-19 Exposure at an Ohio Auto-Parts Supplier

The company was cited for failing to enforce CDC and company policies for mask wearing and social distancing.

U.S. Department of Labor Cites Florida Company After Worker Dies as Temperatures Inched Towards 100 Degrees in National Forest

OSHA finds Earthbalance Corp. exposed workers to dangers of heat exposure.

Five Potential Solutions to Driver Shortages

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.

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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. Read Now
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. Read Now
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. Read Now
Why Your Safety Program Needs A4 To A6 Gloves

Industrial environments are becoming more unpredictable, making higher-cut protection a necessity for modern worker safety and compliance. Read Now
How Technology Bridges Gaps in Remote Construction Medical Care

Leveraging UAVs and virtual health solutions helps contractors overcome the high costs of on-site clinics while speeding up life-saving interventions. Read Now
Building Safety Programs That Work for Small and Medium Businesses

Safety expert Greg Zigulis shares practical strategies to help SMBs move from reactive compliance to structured, effective safety programs. Read Now

Artificial Intelligence

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.
How AI is Changing Confined Space Atmospheric Monitoring
Confined spaces are dynamic environments where gas levels, airflow, and temperature can shift in seconds. AI-based atmospheric intelligence is helping safety teams move beyond threshold alarms to predictive, real-time risk interpretation.
ASSP White Paper Explores AI's Impact on Occupational Safety
New research from the ASSP outlines how AI tools are transforming risk assessment and reporting for EHS experts.
Workplace Safety Confidence Rises, but Protection Gaps Persist
Workers may feel safe, but many can’t identify safety systems or report hazards. Experts warn the growing gap between perception and real protection.
AI Is Transforming Construction Safety, but Implementation May Be the Biggest Risk
AI is rapidly expanding in construction safety, but poor implementation can create alert fatigue, mistrust, and a false sense of security. Workforce-centered deployment is critical for real risk reduction.