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Construction Company Owner Sentenced to Prison for Tax Crimes, False Statements About Fatal Workplace Accident

A Medford, Massachusetts construction company owner was sentenced to prison and ordered to pay $2.8 million for tax crimes and lying about a fatal workplace accident. read now
- Construction Safety
- Enforcement
OSHA Cites Alabama Meat Processing Plant for Repeated Safety Violations

OSHA has cited Dean Sausage Company for repeated safety violations, proposing $103,245 in fines after a July 2024 inspection. read now
OSHA’s Doug Parker Issues Statement on Latest BLS Data on Worker Fatalities

OSHA Assistant Secretary has issued a statement on the latest BLS data regarding a decrease in worker injuries since the previous year. read now
DOL Awards $1.4 Million to Washington Communities Affected by Opioid Crisis

The funding will help Clark and Cowlitz counties address the economic fallout of the opioid crisis. read now
- Total Worker Health
Why Moisture Measurement Is Crucial in Powder and Bulk Solids Operations

Moisture measurement in powder and bulk solids operations is vital to improving process control. read now
- Facility Safety
- Respiratory
Washington L&I Launches Ergonomics Rulemaking for High-Risk Workers

The first meeting will occur on Jan. 9, 2025, and focus on airline ground crew workers. read now
- Ergonomics
OSHA Cites Illinois Contractor for Repeated Fall Protection Violations

Corner Construction faces $266,175 in penalties after its fifth OSHA citation in two years. read now
- Fall Protection
Few U.S. Workers Use AI on a Daily Basis, According to New Report

A new survey shows 58 percent of U.S. employees never use AI at work, with women and older generations slower to embrace the technology. read now
- Artificial Intelligence
California Adopts Permanent Silica Safety Standard for Artificial Stone Workers

California has adopted a permanent standard to protect workers from silica dust exposure, addressing the risks of silicosis and enhancing enforcement measures. read now
- Combustible Dust
- Respiratory
DOL Guidelines Call for Responsible AI Adoption to Ensure Safe Workplaces

The U.S. Department of Labor's AI workplace guidelines emphasize transparency, fairness, and worker protection. read now
- Artificial Intelligence
NSC’s Latest MSD Solutions Index Highlights Progress and Challenges in MSD Prevention

The National Safety Council's latest report shows progress in workplace MSD prevention, while highlighting ongoing challenges and opportunities for improvement. read now
- Ergonomics
Contractor Faces OSHA Penalties for Exposing Workers to Trench Collapse Risks

Bandera Utility Contractors LLC faces $107,228 in penalties for exposing workers to unprotected trench conditions. read now
- Construction Safety
RIGID Constructors Cited for Safety Failures After Worker’s Drowning

RIGID Constructors LLC faces over $50,703 in penalties for failing to prevent a worker’s drowning at a North Carolina worksite. read now
- Construction Safety
Alabama Contractor Cited for Safety Failures After Worker’s Fatal Electrocution

A worker’s fatal electrocution during storm recovery work resulted in OSHA citations and penalties for an Alabama contractor’s safety lapses. read now
- Electrical Safety
Maine Contractor Cited for Fatal Trench Collapse After Ignoring Safety Warnings

Patriot Paving Group faces $161,325 in penalties and five willful violations. read now
- Construction Safety
The Role of a Skill Matrix in EHS Management: Lessons from Experience

A skill matrix enables organizations to map key competencies, plan for absences, and ensure seamless operations through effective cross-training and backup strategies. read now
- Facility Safety
U.S. Department of Labor Grants Florida $1.5M to Address Workforce Challenges from Opioid Crisis

Florida has received $1.5 million in federal funding to address workforce challenges caused by the opioid epidemic through job creation and training services in 21 counties. read now
MSHA Identifies 162 Violations in November 2024 Impact Inspections

The agency conducted inspections at 14 mines, including 44 significant and substantial violations and one unwarrantable failure. read now
- Enforcement
- Regulatory & Standards

Artificial Intelligence

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.
How Digital Measurement is Improving PPE Fit and Compliance
OSHA requires PPE to properly fit each worker. Learn how poor PPE fit creates compliance risk, common violations, and how employers can build a defensible fit program.