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FAA Hosts Industry Forum to Advance Ramp Worker Safety Nationwide

A cross-sector aviation forum gathered in D.C. to address ramp worker safety hazards and explore collaborative safety solutions.

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NFPA Doubles Regional Staff to Strengthen Support for Safety Professionals

To better serve communities nationwide, NFPA has expanded its regional team to provide enhanced support for fire, life, and electrical safety initiatives.

Corporate Workforce Safety

Report Identifies Key Corporate Themes Shaping Workplace Safety

ASSP has released a new report capturing insights from industry leaders to help guide strategic improvements in workplace safety across various industries.

Fire PPE

The Science Behind High-Visibility Protective Fabrics

Workers in high-risk work environments need to feel confident their flame-resistant clothing will also help them be seen by others.

Maritime Safety

Washington to Host Maritime and Construction Safety Days at State Fairgrounds

The Safety Days return April 2-3, providing industry professionals with essential training on workplace safety and best practices.

Assessing Respiratory Hazards and Risks During Disasters

Expert Dennis Terpin discusses the various respiratory issues involved in disaster response and the key components of a respiratory protection program in disaster scenarios.

OSHA Offers Safety Guidance to Flood Recovery Workers in Florida

OSHA Offers Safety Guidance to Flood Recovery Workers in Florida

Flood recovery presents hazards such as power loss, water accumulation and saturation of building materials and electrical components.

NSC Will Host Its Fourth Annual SAFER Summit on December 5

NSC Will Host Its Fourth Annual SAFER Summit on December 5

The virtual event will focus on post-pandemic workplace safety.



OSHA Focuses on Worker Safety in Hurricane Idalia Aftermath

OSHA Focuses on Worker Safety in Hurricane Idalia Aftermath

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

Expecting the Unexpected: Mitigating the Effects of Severe Weather with Proactive Planning

Expecting the Unexpected: Mitigating the Effects of Severe Weather with Proactive Planning

Getting ahead of something as unpredictable as severe weather can seem an impossible challenge, but understanding the four pillars of an effective response plan can help managers ensure workers stay safe and healthy no matter what's on the forecast.

Keeping Delivery Drivers Safe Near Railroads

Keeping Delivery Drivers Safe Near Railroads

Nonprofit Operation Lifesaver, Inc., published PSAs about train and rail safety.

Handle Emergencies on Your Worksite Before They Happen

Handle Emergencies on Your Worksite Before They Happen

Having an emergency response plan and training employees on the plan is one of the ways employers can help save lives.

Workers Exposed to Amputation Hazard at Wood Crate and Pallet Facility, Officials Say

Workers Exposed to Amputation Hazard at Wood Crate and Pallet Facility, Officials Say

The company was cited for serious and repeat violations.

What Companies Need to Know About OSHA’s New Heat Illness Rules

What Companies Need to Know About OSHA’s New Heat Illness Rules

OSHA is taking steps now to help companies reduce heat illness.

How to Protect Workers from Combustible Dusts

How to Protect Workers from Combustible Dusts

Injuries and deaths from combustible dust are preventable. Follow OSHA’s guidelines on mitigating these hazards.

MSHA to Award Funds for Miner Safety and Health Education

MSHA to Award Funds for Miner Safety and Health Education

Up to $1,00,000 will be given out under the Brookwood-Sago grant program.

Watch Your Step: Best Practices to Mitigate Fall Risks on Worksites

Watch Your Step: Best Practices to Mitigate Fall Risks on Worksites

Slips, trips and falls lead to thousands of injuries every year. Learn how to prevent them to improve worker safety.

MSHA Starts New Effort to Protect Miners from Silica Hazards

MSHA Starts New Effort to Protect Miners from Silica Hazards

The program includes additional steps to help protect miners from silica exposure.

5 Safety Blind Spots in the Workplace

5 Safety Blind Spots in the Workplace

These blind spots can pose risk to workers.

Dollar General Stores Cited for Emergency Exit Hazards

Dollar General Stores Cited for Emergency Exit Hazards

OSHA said these exits were locked or blocked at two locations.

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