Enforcement


Manufacturer Cited for Machine Safety Violations After Worker Injured, Hospitalized

Manufacturer Cited for Machine Safety Violations After Worker Injured, Hospitalized

OSHA has proposed penalties of $159,00 after the incident in 2021.

OSHA to Hold Meeting for Comments on Whistleblower Program

OSHA to Hold Meeting for Comments on Whistleblower Program

The virtual event will be held to collect feedback from the public.

What is a Safety Culture?

Episode 135

What is a Safety Culture?

Editor Sydny Shepard defines, describes and explains how a safety culture can be the backbone of safe operations at your facilities and job sites.

Contractor cited for 12 violations, including 4 willful, for cave-in safety

Contractor Cited for 12 Violations, Including 4 Willful, for Cave-In Safety

The Missouri company with previous violations faces penalties of $796,000

OSHA’s New Program Identifies Employers who have not Submitted Injury Forms

OSHA’s New Program Identifies Employers Who Have Not Submitted Injury Forms

Employers could be issued citations if Form 300A is not submitted

US Oversight and Reform Committee Starts Investigating Amazon

US Oversight and Reform Committee Starts Investigating Amazon

Amazon has been asked to submit documentation after concerns of labor practices arose.

MN House passes bill on warehouse workers’ safety

MN House Passes Bill on Warehouse Workers’ Safety

Certain employers would be required to adhere to new standards if the bill becomes a law.



Seattle company given “Star” recognition for workplace safety

Seattle Company Given “Star” Recognition for Workplace Safety

OSHA certified the construction company in the Voluntary Protection Program.

OSHA Proposes Changes to Recordkeeping Regulations

OSHA Proposes Changes to Recordkeeping Regulations

Some companies could see change in their requirements to report injury and illness information to OSHA.

President’s FY2023 Budget Includes $14.6 Billion for Department of Labor

President’s FY2023 Budget Includes $14.6 Billion for Department of Labor

The budget includes funding for worker protection agencies, mental health plans

Company Cited for Not Fixing Violations Relating to Fire Risk

Company Cited for Not Fixing Violations Relating to Fire Risk

OSHA again cited a cabinetmaker after they exposed workers to fire risks.

Four employers fined $139,000 after workers injured

Employers Fined $139,000 After Six Workers Injured in Flash Fire

Six workers were injured after a flash fire and explosion occurred.

Violations Issued to Companies After Worker Electrocuted

Violations Issued to Companies After Worker Electrocuted

Three companies have been issued fines for workplace safety

Oregon Store Faces Violations for Exposing Workers to Possible Injury

Oregon Store Faces Violations for Exposing Workers to Possible Injury

Dollar Tree’s violations amount to $32,000 in fines

Plastics Packaging Manufacturer Fined Nearly $370,000 After Worker Injured

Plastics Packaging Manufacturer Fined Nearly $370,000 After Worker Injured

A lack of PPE and lockout/tagout procedures leads to hefty fines for a plastic manufacturer.

Washington Amazon Center Fined for Unsafe Work Practices

Washington Amazon Center Fined for Unsafe Work Practices

Amazon finds itself in the middle of controversy after being fined for unsafe work practices

Washington State Manufacturer Fined Nearly $100,000 After Worker Death

Washington State Manufacturer Fined Nearly $100,000 After Worker Death

A roofing product manufacturer failed to follow basic lockout/tagout which led to the death of an employee.

Worker Fatality Leads to Serious Violations for Rhode Island Concrete Supplier

Worker Fatality Leads to Serious Violations for Rhode Island Concrete Supplier

A worker sustained fatal injuries while repairing a cement truck.

Hot Tub Manufacturer in Hot Water Following Chemical Exposures

Hot Tub Manufacturer in Hot Water Following Chemical Exposures

A Pennsylvania hot tub manufacturer has continued to expose workers to chemical hazards following original OSHA inspections.

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