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The OSHA negotiated rulemaking committee to revise the cranes and derricks standard first met July 30-Aug. 1, 2003.

OSHA's Cranes & Derricks Rule Released

The new standard has been a long time coming, having begun with a July 2002 announcement of the intent to set up a negotiated rulemaking committee.

Army Policy on Concussions Updated

The U.S. military has been criticized recently -- notably in a June 2010 series from NPR and ProPublica -- for how it has treated soldiers who suffered them during service in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Metal/Nonmetal Mine Rescue Contest Begins

Held in Reno and sponsored by MSHA, the national contest features 38 teams from 16 states. Awards will be presented Thursday.

Twenty-seven states have primary enforcement texting bans in place or will begin primary enforcement this year.

Driving Safety Isn't Optional

By early 2011, nine states will have laws on their books banning use of hand-held cell phones while driving. Twenty-seven states have primary enforcement texting bans in place or will begin primary enforcement this year.

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OSHA Enforcement Trends and Capacity Under the Trump Administration

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How AI is Changing Confined Space Atmospheric Monitoring
Confined spaces are dynamic environments where gas levels, airflow, and temperature can shift in seconds. AI-based atmospheric intelligence is helping safety teams move beyond threshold alarms to predictive, real-time risk interpretation.
ASSP White Paper Explores AI's Impact on Occupational Safety
New research from the ASSP outlines how AI tools are transforming risk assessment and reporting for EHS experts.
Workplace Safety Confidence Rises, but Protection Gaps Persist
Workers may feel safe, but many can’t identify safety systems or report hazards. Experts warn the growing gap between perception and real protection.
AI Is Transforming Construction Safety, but Implementation May Be the Biggest Risk
AI is rapidly expanding in construction safety, but poor implementation can create alert fatigue, mistrust, and a false sense of security. Workforce-centered deployment is critical for real risk reduction.
How Digital Measurement is Improving PPE Fit and Compliance
OSHA requires PPE to properly fit each worker. Learn how poor PPE fit creates compliance risk, common violations, and how employers can build a defensible fit program.