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Brooklyn Medical Center Cited for Asbestos Hazards

OSHA's inspection found that the hospital failed to provide adequate asbestos training for environmental staff and employees in the engineering department who perform demolition and renovation.

FMCSA Shuts Down Georgia Bus Firm for 'Widespread' Violations

Evidence obtained during a compliance review conducted by FMCSA safety investigators disclosed that H & W Tour Inc. continued transportation of passengers without federal operating authority and without the required level of insurance.

Fall Hazards Add Up to $49,000 in Fines for Nebraska Roofing Firm

OSHA's inspection of the company was initiated in April under a local emphasis program focused on fall hazards, following a referral alleging employees were exposed to fall hazards while installing a roof at a Hastings, Neb., job site.

DOT Offering Training Seminars for Hazmat Workers

The free training seminars provide an opportunity to educate hazmat employers and employees on DOT Hazardous Materials Regulations.

The types of fall arrest systems used within your organization can impact the rescue equipment needed. (LJB Inc. photo)

The Most Overlooked Aspect of Fall Protection

Employers should understand that by choosing a fall arrest system, they are obligating themselves to develop a rescue plan and corresponding rescue training.

FMCSA Seeks Comments on Plan to Improve Truck, Bus Safety

“It’s vital that our stakeholders—starting with the American motoring public—participate in this dialog to shape the future course of truck and bus safety," said FMCSA Administrator Anne Ferro.

How the States See It

OSHA can look to states for guidance in standards development and educational outreach.

Q&A: The Future of the Profession

Where are the safety professionals of tomorrow coming from, and will they be needed?



Worker Crushes Hand on Ironer Machine, Commercial Laundry Fined $49,935

OSHA's inspection found that the machine had not first been de-energized and had its power source locked out before maintenance was performed.

Implementing HES&S Training in the Oil & Gas Industry: A Brief Overview

In general, most companies use a combination of classroom and e-learning delivery methods.

A house in Snow Hill, N.C. lay in ruins after a tornado April 16. (Photo: David Fine/FEMA)

After the Tornadoes

The safety training you do today has a very long lifespan.

Together, safety professionals and OSHA have "saved thousands and thousands of lives," Assistant Secretary Dr. David Michaels says.

The Push for a 'Paradigm Shift'

Is I2P2 the game changer that Dr. David Michaels hopes it will be? And what does the future hold for OSHA rulemaking, enforcement, and cooperative programs?

Time to Upshift on Driver Wellness Programs

Managers, here are five reasons not to wait for DOT to tell you what to do.

Worker's Fatal Electrocution at Sawmill Carries $41,310 Penalty

Two serious safety violations related to the fatality include failing to train employees on work safety practices and allowing unqualified employees to work on energized equipment.

Workplace Fatalities Rise in UK; Agriculture, Construction Top the List

After a record low in the number of people killed at work, provisional figures from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) show a rise of 24 fatalities, from 147 in 2009-2010 to 171 in 2010-2011.

Slew of Safety Hazards Add Up to $72,000 in Fines for Arizona Firm

Seventeen serious violations include the company's failure to ensure exits were unblocked, provide eye protection approved by the American National Standards Institute, and provide written energy source lockout/tagout procedures.

Air Traffic Professionalism on NTSB's 2011 'Most Wanted List' of Safety Improvements

Issues on the list include human fatigue, safety management systems, motorcycle safety, and bus occupant safety.

Dean R. Lillquist

AIHA to Host Virtual Book Club

Those intending to take the CIH exam may have reason to join authors Allan K. Fleeger and Dean R. Lillquist on July 19 when they discuss the IH Reference and Study Guide, 3rd Edition.

New MSHA Training Tools Address Miners' Rights, Responsibilities

The Web-based tools include the full text of “A Guide to Miners' Rights and Responsibilities,” links to additional information on miners' rights, an electronic form for filing an anonymous hazard complaint, a discrimination complaint packet, and black lung benefits and resources.

WISHA Issues Summer Safety Work Tips

Those working outdoors may have to cope with warm weather, workers who drive for their jobs may need to watch for an increasing number of pedestrians, and amusement parks must ensure workers are safe when erecting new rides or operating and maintaining rides.

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