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OSHA Finds Georgia Contractor Could Have Prevented Worker Death

OSHA Finds Georgia Contractor Could Have Prevented Worker Death

Landmark Erecting Inc. left the 31-year-old worker open to fall protection hazards.

South Carolina Shipyard Faces OSHA Scrutiny After Worker

South Carolina Shipyard Faces OSHA Scrutiny After Workers Fatal Fall

Detyens Shipyward Inc. now faces $190,130 in proposed penalties.

Tips to Qualify the OSHA Exam Without Using a Study Guide

Tips to Qualify the OSHA Exam Without Using a Study Guide

For successfully tackling OSHA tests, it's beneficial to combine traditional study guides with strategic learning techniques such as active participation, practical safety implementation, and collaborative learning, rather than solely depending on study materials.

OSHA’s 2023 Electronic Reporting Final Rule: Your FAQs Answered

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OSHA’s 2023 Electronic Reporting Final Rule: Your FAQs Answered

Ever since OSHA published its long-awaited final rule updating electronic injury and illness reporting requirements in its Recordkeeping Standard earlier this year, EHS professionals have had many questions.

A Recap of OSHA’s Recent National Emphasis Programs (NEPs)

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A Recap of OSHA’s Recent National Emphasis Programs (NEPs)

OSHA’s been busy over the last couple of years, and most discussion of their activity focuses on their rulemaking.

DOL Finalizes Enhancements to Farmworker Protection Rule

DOL Finalizes Enhancements to Farmworker Protection Rule

The updated rule aims to offer increased protection for workers under the H-2A program.

MSHA Identifies 199 Violations in March 2024 Impact Inspections

MSHA Identifies 199 Violations in March 2024 Impact Inspections

The agency inspected 14 mines, where it identified 74 significant and substantial violations.

Guam Contractor Faces More Than $1 Million in OSHA Penalties

Guam Contractor Faces More Than $1 Million in OSHA Penalties

Giant Construction Corp. exposed workers to trench-based safety hazards.



OSHA Identifies Safety Violations at 2 Florida Construction Contractors

OSHA Identifies Safety Violations at Florida Construction Contractors

The crane safety failures led to a fatal incident on a highway ramp in Orlando, Florida.

National COSH Reveals 2024 ‘Dirty Dozen’ List of Unsafe Employers

National COSH Reveals 2024 ‘Dirty Dozen’ List of Unsafe Employers

This list includes employers cited for risking the safety of workers and communities through practices resulting in preventable illnesses, injuries and fatalities.

Hanover Foods Receives $761,876 in Penalties Following Multiple OSHA Inspections

Hanover Foods Receives $761,876 in Penalties Following Multiple OSHA Inspections

The food manufacturer received a total of 70 violations.

OSHA Releases 2023 Workplace Injury, Illness Data

OSHA Releases 2023 Workplace Injury, Illness Data

The data requirements were updated in July 2023.

DOL Will Host Online Workplace Compliance Event in May 2024

DOL Will Host Online Workplace Compliance Event in May 2024

The two-day event—which aims to guide companies in meeting federal compliance regulations—takes place on May 8-9, 2024.

Automotive Manufacturer Faces OSHA Penalties After Fatal Workplace Incident

Automotive Manufacturer Faces OSHA Penalties After Fatal Workplace Incident

Faurecia Emissions Control Systems NA LLC was cited with 10 citations and a total of $314,555 in proposed penalties.

OSHA Finds Lack of Safety Measures Led to Massachusetts Dock Collapse

OSHA Finds Lack of Safety Measures Led to Massachusetts Dock Collapse

Mohawk Northeast Inc. faces $214,327 in proposed fines following the incident in New Bedford, Massachusetts.

MSHA Passes Final Rule Protecting Miners from Silica Dust Exposure

MSHA Passes Final Rule Protecting Miners from Silica Dust Exposure

The updated rule could potentially to prevent thousands of miners from becoming affected.

OSHA Finds Recurring Violations at Trader Joe’s Store in Colorado

OSHA Finds Recurring Violations at Trader Joe’s Store in Colorado

The popular grocery chain faces proposed penalties of $216,902.

Missouri Roofing Contractor Facing $267,332 in OSHA Penalties

Missouri Roofing Contractor Facing $267,332 in OSHA Penalties

H R Vasquez Construction LLC has a history of fall protection violations.

Modular Home Manufacturer Again Exposed Workers to Safety, Health Risks

Modular Home Manufacturer Again Exposed Workers to Safety, Health Risks

OSHA has cited Cavco Industries Inc. with 38 violations since 2015.

DOL Calls for Public Feedback to Enhance OSHA Whistleblower Program

DOL Calls for Public Feedback to Enhance OSHA Whistleblower Program

The May 15, 2024, meeting is the latest effort to get the public involved in the agency’s Whistleblower Protection Program.

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