Regulatory & Standards


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Employers Must Follow Rules to Protect Young Workers

Washington labor officials remind businesses of safety requirements and restricted duties for minors.

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AIHA Launches Executive Search for Next CEO

The American Industrial Hygiene Association has begun looking for a new chief executive officer following an announcement that its current leader will step down this year.

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The Hidden Hazards Lurking in Oil and Gas Work

Asbestos and NORM exposures remain a persistent risk in maintenance and aging infrastructure. Proper hazard identification and advanced PPE strategies are critical to protecting workers in complex, multi-hazard environments.

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Study Reveals Ongoing Obstacles to Workplace Safety Gear Compliance

New research shows companies struggle with employee buy-in, comfort and proper fit for female workers.

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California Moves To Ban High-Silica Artificial Stone

State safety board fast-tracks an emergency rule to protect countertop fabrication workers from incurable lung disease.

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National COSH Warns of Weakened Mine Safety Oversight

Advocates voice deep concerns over sudden firings and layoffs at the federal agency reviewing mine safety disputes.

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NSC Predicts Hundreds of Memorial Day Traffic Fatalities

A national safety organization warns that holiday travelers face an elevated risk of fatal motor vehicle crashes during the upcoming holiday weekend.

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AI and the New Frontier of Cognitive Safety

Beyond physical hazards, occupational health and safety must now address "cognitive surrender"—the hidden erosion of human judgment in the age of AI.



AI and Workplace Safety

House Panel Explores Private-Sector Approaches to Emerging Workplace Safety Risks

Lawmakers and industry stakeholders discussed AI, automation, workforce training and evolving safety strategies during a House workforce protection hearing.

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New Report Highlights High Construction Fatality Rates

While statewide deaths decreased from a 2023 peak, non-union sites and Latino workers continue to face disproportionate risks on the job.

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UL Solutions Earns National Safety Council Excellence Award

The Robert W. Campbell Award recognizes the safety science leader for integrating environmental and health standards into its business operations.

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Railroad Penalized for Retaliating Against Whistleblower

OSHA orders CPKC to pay damages after suspending an employee who reported a train collision and safety hazards.

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Wyatt Bradbury Named ASSP Safety Professional of the Year

The American Society of Safety Professionals honors the industry leader for his contributions to proactive safety standards and data-driven solutions.

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Labor Department Announces Virtual Workforce Compliance Forum

Federal agencies will provide guidance on safety standards and wage laws during a two-day online event for employers and workers.

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Florida Roofer Faces Penalties Following Fatal Fall

Federal investigators proposed more than $170,000 in fines after a worker died and another was injured at a Fort Lauderdale job site.

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Washington Mandates Written Trenching Safety Plans

The Department of Labor & Industries aims to reduce excavation fatalities by requiring site-specific risk analysis and constant supervision.

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ASSP Honors Leo DeBobes with Standards Medal

The longtime safety professional receives the Thomas F. Bresnahan Standards Medal for his 40-year career developing workplace safety protocols.

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Pipeline Inspector Reinstated After Retaliation Filing

OSHA orders a New Mexico firm to pay over $35,000 in damages after an inspector was fired for reporting safety violations.

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House Subcommittee Reviews Pro Codes Act Legislation

Bipartisan bill aims to protect copyright for safety standards incorporated into law while ensuring public access.

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Public Floods USDA With Comments Against Faster Line Speeds

The United Food and Commercial Workers Union and the public submitted more than 42,000 comments opposing proposed rule changes for meat plants.

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