Regulatory & Standards


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Miami Concrete Manufacturer Cited by OSHA After Worker's Fatal Injury

Adonel Concrete Corp. faces more than $58K in penalties following a July 2025 incident involving inadequate machine guarding and safety protocols.

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Oregon OSHA Updates Workplace Safety Program Directives

State regulators release revised enforcement instructions to guide employers through evolving compliance requirements and inspection protocols.

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Denver Restaurant Fined for Child Labor Violations

Federal investigators found that Mt. Fuji Hibachi in Aurora allowed minors to perform hazardous tasks and work illegal hours.

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When Good Safety Numbers Hide Great Risks

Perfect safety stats can mask hidden dangers. Learn why "zero-injury" goals often silence workers and how to build a culture of true prevention.

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N.C. Targets Rising Workplace Deaths in New Safety Push

Labor Commissioner Luke Farley directs OSH Division to target top workplace killer with new enforcement and education initiative.

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OSHA Fines US Steel Contractor After Fatal Explosion

Federal investigators proposed $179,000 in penalties following a 2025 blast at the Clairton Coke Works that killed two.

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Navigating TAA Compliance Without Sacrificing Worker Protection

As government construction grows, safety and procurement teams must ensure PPE meets Trade Agreements Act (TAA) sourcing rules without compromising protection.

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Puget Sound Asbestos Contractor Fined $200K

Seattle Environmental Services LLC faces willful and serious violations after misleading investigators and allowing employees to remove 3,000 square feet of asbestos without respirators.



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OSHA Cites Construction Labor Services After Two Workers Die in Mobile Manhole Incident

Federal investigators said workers were overcome by sewer gas during sewer line repairs and found the employer lacked confined space entry and rescue programs.

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OSHA Orders Houston Contractors to Reinstate Workers Fired After Raising Asbestos Concerns

The agency has ordered two Houston contractors to reinstate and compensate workers fired after raising asbestos training, PPE and disposal concerns during post-hurricane repairs.

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CDC Registry Hits Major Milestone in Firefighter Cancer Research

The CDC’s National Firefighter Registry for Cancer has surpassed 40,000 enrollees, becoming the largest firefighter cancer cohort in the U.S. and expanding research into occupational exposure risks.

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Washington State Sets March 2, 2026 Deadline for OSHA Injury Data Submission

Washington State employers in certain high-hazard industries must submit OSHA injury and illness data through the ITA by March 2, 2026, under DOSH requirements.

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OSHA Cites Nebraska Biofuels Company After Fatal Explosion

Federal Safety officials cited a Nebraska biofuels company for safety violations after a fatal explosion, citing combustible dust hazards, ignition risks, and fall protection failures.

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OSHA Clarifies Recordkeeping Requirements for Lithium-Ion Battery Injuries

OSHA clarified when work-related lithium-ion battery injuries must be recorded on employer injury and illness logs and highlighted key battery safety hazards.

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NSC Applauds Reintroduced WORK Act to Address Workplace Opioid Overdose Deaths

The bipartisan legislation would require OSHA to guide employers on incorporating naloxone and overdose response training into emergency preparedness plans as overdose fatalities continue to rise nationwide.

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NSC Applauds Updated ASTM Standard to Help Prevent Serious Workplace Incidents

The National Safety Council is backing the revised ASTM E2920-26 standard, saying it offers clearer guidance for identifying and reducing serious injury and fatality risks.

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National COSH Urges Enforceable Heat Protections at Arizona Workplace Safety Hearing

National COSH and Arizona workers urged ADOSH to adopt an enforceable heat standard during a public hearing focused on workplace heat safety protections.

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Why OSHA Recordkeeping Should Be a Strategic Safety Tool and Not Just Compliance

Accurate injury and illness data is the foundation of effective workplace safety, yet many employers still treat OSHA recordkeeping as a paperwork exercise.

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OSHA Cites Alabama Construction Company for Trench Safety Violations

Federal investigators found workers exposed to trench collapse hazards at a Jefferson County jobsite.

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“Firefighter FITNESS: Fit to Serve, Fit for Life” Named Theme for Safety Stand Down 2026

The Annual campaign, set for June 14–20, will focus on physical fitness, health, and long-term readiness for fire and emergency personnel.

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