New Jersey Contractor Faces OSHA Penalties for Safety Violations

The company was cited for exposing workers to fall and struck-by hazards. read now

• Fall Protection
• Construction Safety
• Regulatory & Standards

NSC Honors Young Leaders as Its 2023 ‘Rising Stars of Safety’

Thirty-six professionals were recognized for outstanding contributions to workplace safety. read now

DOL Awards Washington State $800,000 to Address Opioid Crisis

The funding aims to bolster employment and training services in affected counties. read now

• Training

MSHA Identified 246 Violations During Mine Safety Inspections in August 2023

The agency has found nearly 2,000 violations so far this year. read now

• Regulatory & Standards

DOL and MSHA Award $1M in Mine Safety Grants

The initiative focuses on smaller mines and underserved populations. read now

• Regulatory & Standards
• Combustible Dust
• Training

Battery Manufacturer Faces $160,727 in OSHA Penalties for Unsafe Lead Levels

The company was previously cited for similar citations in 2018 and 2019. read now

• Respiratory
• Regulatory & Standards

A New Educational Opportunity for Safety Professionals

The Doctor of Occupational Safety and Health program aims to help safety managers leverage safety statistics and research to better protect workers. Dr. Dan Corcoran, the Academic Program Director of Occupational Safety and Health and Environmental Management at CSU, joins the podcast to discuss the new program. read now

DOL Reveals Releases Annual Child Labor Report

The new report aims to uncover and combat the worst forms of child labor. read now

• Enforcement

DOL Announces $94M in Grants for Infrastructure Job Training

The funding aim to prepare a diverse workforce for high-demand positions. read now

• Training

OSHA Focuses on Worker Safety in Hurricane Idalia Aftermath

The agency is prioritizing on-site support in Florida's hardest-hit areas. read now

• Disaster Preparedness
• Enforcement
• Emergency Response

Federal Advisory Council on Occupational Safety and Health Meets on October 19

The public is invited to participate in the virtual meeting, which will cover best practices and regulatory updates. read now

• Regulatory & Standards
• Construction Safety

OSHA Cites Pennsylvania Dumpster Manufacturer with Numerous Safety Violations

The company is hit with penalties amounting to $484,401. read now

• Regulatory & Standards
• Respiratory
• PPE

OSHA Cites Oklahoma Contractor Following Trench Collapse Fatality

The firm is looking at penalties totaling $82,149. read now

• Regulatory & Standards
• Construction Safety
• Enforcement

OSHA Cites Roofing Contractor for Violations Following Worker’s Fatal Fall

Sealed Tight Roofing Inc. faces $84,379 in penalties after failing to ensure safety measures. read now

• Fall Protection
• Enforcement

OSHA Initiates Program to Combat Silica Exposure in Engineered Stone Industry

Workers face severe health risks from silica dust exposure. read now

• Combustible Dust
• Respiratory
• Regulatory & Standards

OSHA Cites Concrete Pipe Manufacturer Following Young Worker's Death

The company was hit with $245,546 in proposed penalties. read now

• Facility Safety
• Machine Guarding
• Training

Guide for an Effective Warehouse Layout Design to Reduce the Risk of Accidents and Boost Productivity

An effective warehouse layout can significantly reduce the risk of accidents while also boosting productivity. read now

• Facility Safety

Safety+ Symposium 2023: A Recap of Notable Speakers

The annual safety event hosted a number of standout sessions. read now