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Artificial Intelligence on the Plant Floor

AI and Smart Manufacturing Technologies Aim to Reduce Injuries on Production Floors

As manufacturing injuries remain high, facilities are turning to AI, smart sensors, predictive maintenance and wearables to detect hazards faster and prevent common production-floor incidents.

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OSHA Extends Citation Deadlines as Agency Clears Backlog After Government Shutdown

OSHA has resumed full enforcement operations, is processing previously delayed safety complaints and has extended the contest period for citations issued between Oct. 1 and Nov. 12, 2025.

Stressed Out Construction Worker

New Study Reveals Labor Shortages, Costs and Safety Gaps as Top Construction Industry Challenges

A 2025 benchmark report from J. J. Keller and ASSP highlights pressing issues like inconsistent PPE use, inadequate training and limited mental health support affecting job-site performance nationwide.

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MSHA, NIOSH Release New Guide to Help Mining Industry Prevent Opioid Use Disorder

The new federal resource provides mining employers with a step-by-step framework to identify risks, expand prevention strategies, and support worker well-being.

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DOT Crackdown Puts Thousands of Non-Domiciled CDLs — and State Highway Funding — at Risk

Federal transportation officials say California and Pennsylvania improperly issued commercial driver’s licenses to non-domiciled applicants, ordering states to cancel invalid CDLs or face the loss of millions in highway funds.

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Washington Tire Technician Killed in Explosion, L&I Issues New Safety Alert

A state fatality investigation details how a tire exploded during inflation outside a restraining cage, prompting Washington L&I to warn shops to review training, procedures, and safe-inflation controls.

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NSC Taps Debra Sanchez to Strengthen National Safety Advocacy

Sanchez, a longtime public media and policy leader, will oversee the National Safety Council’s communications, government affairs, and advocacy teams as the organization expands its national safety influence.

Worker Falls on the Job

Moisture Is the Hidden Driver Behind Slip Risks in Commercial Buildings

A look at how rainwater, spills, cleaning activities, and sanitizer drips reduce floor traction—and the layered strategies facility managers can use to prevent slip and fall incidents.



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North Carolina Mine and Quarry Injury Rate Falls to Historic Low

New statewide data shows mine and quarry injuries dropping to a record 0.82 rate, reflecting strong safety training efforts and industry-wide commitment to prevention.

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Flexible Work as a Key OHS Support for Employees in Cancer Treatment

Flexible schedules can reduce exposure risks and stress for workers in treatment—strengthening safety, health and overall well-being.

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