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MIOSHA Celebrates 50 Years of Worker Protection

The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration marks 50 years of advancing workplace safety through education, outreach and enforcement.

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Respect the Zone, Get Home Safe: National Work Zone Awareness 2025

A nationwide campaign highlighting the importance of roadway work zone safety through education, events, and awareness.

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Morton Salt’s Weeks Island Mine Released from Federal Safety Watchlist

The U.S. Department of Labor has removed Morton Salt’s Weeks Island Mine from its pattern of violations list following marked improvements in safety and compliance.

The Future of OSHA: What’s Next for the 54-Year-Old Agency?

Labor attorney Samuel Pond shares his take on OSHA’s uncertain future and how safety professionals can respond in times of uncertainty.

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US Department of Labor Announces Senior Trump Administration Appointees

The U.S. DOL announces key senior political appointees across various offices to support Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer in advancing President Trump’s mission of prioritizing American workers and retirees.

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National COSH Warns of Dangerous Legislation in Kentucky

Kentucky’s HB 398 threatens to weaken workplace safety protections, putting workers at risk nationwide.

Lori Chavez-DeRemer

ASSP Congratulates Lori Chavez-DeRemer on Confirmation as Secretary of Labor

ASSP congratulates Lori Chavez-DeRemer, emphasizing collaboration to enhance workplace safety.

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ASSP Leads Coalition to Advance Workplace Safety

A safety coalition urges businesses to adopt risk-based strategies for a stronger workforce.



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Get Involved in National Ladder Safety Month with Free Online Training

The American Ladder Institute (ALI) leads National Ladder Safety Month this March, raising awareness on proper ladder use to prevent workplace injuries and accidents.

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Cal/OSHA Ends Most COVID-19 Prevention Standards

California OSHA announced that most of its workplace health standards have ended, but reporting and recordkeeping requirements will remain in effect until 2026.

Arizona Representative Introduces Bill to Abolish OSHA

Arizona Representative Introduces Bill to Abolish OSHA

The new bill sparks debate over workplace safety and government oversight.

DOL Halts All Activity Tied to Executive Order 11246

DOL Halts All Activity Tied to Executive Order 11246

The Department of Labor has ended all enforcement activities under the rescinded Executive Order 11246, citing a lack of legal authority.

DOL Orders Reinstatement of Worker Fired Over Safety Concerns

DOL Orders Reinstatement of Worker Fired Over Safety Concerns

Strasburg Rail Road Co. must reinstate and compensate an employee wrongfully fired for refusing to issue safety licenses to an unqualified manager.

OSHA Cites Appliance Manufacturer for Willful Machine Safety Lapses

OSHA Cites Appliance Manufacturer for Willful Machine Safety Lapses

Haier US Appliance Solutions faces OSHA penalties after a supervisor's fatal injuries exposed ongoing machine safety violations.

OSHA Cites Storm Pipe Cleaner for Safety Failures After Fatal Explosion

OSHA Cites Storm Pipe Cleaner for Safety Failures After Fatal Explosion

OSHA investigators highlighted the dangers of pressurized pipe plugs in the aftermath of a fatal explosion in Port St. Lucie, Florida.

MSHA Finds 119 Violations in December 2024 Impact Inspections

MSHA Finds 119 Violations in December 2024 Impact Inspections

MSHA conducted 13 mine inspections in December 2024, uncovering 119 violations.

Perdue Farms Will Pay $4 Million After Child Labor Violations

Perdue Farms Will Pay $4 Million After Child Labor Violations

The young workers were permitted to use hazardous equipment during work hours.

OSHA Adjusts Penalty Amounts for Safety Violations for 2025

OSHA Adjusts Penalty Amounts for Safety Violations for 2025

The U.S. Department of Labor announced adjusted OSHA penalties for 2025, raising fines for safety violations to account for inflation.

JBS USA Agrees to $4 Million Settlement on Child Labor Violations

JBS USA Agrees to $4 Million Settlement on Child Labor Violations

JBS USA agreed to a $4 million settlement with the U.S. Department of Labor to address child labor violations, including those that had underage workers performing hazardous tasks.

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

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.

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