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OSHA Silica Regulations One Year In: The Latest Developments and How Businesses Can Remain Compliant

OSHA Silica Regulations One Year In: The Latest Developments and How Businesses Can Remain Compliant

It is well-known that airborne carcinogens cause various lung and kidney diseases and liver problems, and prolonged exposure can even result in various cancers.

How Health and Safety Managers Can Reduce the Risk of Hand Injuries

How Health and Safety Managers Can Reduce the Risk of Hand Injuries

Even with rigorous safety protocols in place, the bones and tissues in the back of the hand remain particularly vulnerable to impact injuries.

OSHA to Receive Increase in Budget for FY 2020

The proposed fiscal year budget for 2020 includes a slight bump in financial support for the Occupational Health & Safety Administration.

Reimagining CPR Training to Enable More Real-World Applications

Relatively few people get formal training, while the public generally perceives that only formally trained people can do CPR.

The Underlying Secret to Leadership Power

The “secret” to high-level leadership power? Lead yourself first.

Seven Challenges of Implementing Medical Surveillance under OSHAs New Respirable Silica Standard

OSHA’s silica standard addresses many aspects of workplace protection, including having a written plan, environmental monitoring, housekeeping, training and use of respirators.

Coronavirus Has People Asking: Are Masks or Respirators Really Effective, or Necessary?

Coronavirus Has People Asking: Are Masks or Respirators Really Effective, or Necessary?

The last two months have seen a worldwide reaction to the corona virus that has been infecting, and killing, hundreds. However, many are wondering if respirator devices are effective, or needed at all.

Michigan Food Manufacturer Will Stop Production After Repeat Food Violations

Home Style Foods, Inc. has agreed to discontinue selling food products until the company complies with federal regulations and other standards.



A 22 Million Dollar Grant Addresses Labor Law Enforcement in Five Countries

The Department of Labor (DOL) just awarded $22 million in grants to improve labor law enforcement efforts and prevent forced labor around the globe.

The “Secret of the Century”: Many Oil-and-Gas Workers Handle Radioactive Materials Every Day

The “Secret of the Century”: Many Oil-and-Gas Workers Handle Radioactive Materials Every Day

The oil-and-gas industry produces almost a trillion gallons of toxic waste a year—and a new investigation shows that this radioactive waste could be the cause of workers and communities getting very sick across America.

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