Articles -- Occupational Health & Safety

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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.

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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Protecting Psychological Safety During Downsizing and Change

Leadership strategies to maintain employee trust, prevent burnout, and protect productivity when your organization faces major transitions. Read Now
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

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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.