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Health and Safety Programs in Small and Medium-Sized Businesses: Setting Them Up and Making Them Work Effectively

New Book Aims to Simplify Safety Program Development for Small Businesses

"Health and Safety Programs in Small and Medium-Sized Businesses: Setting Them Up and Making Them Work Effectively" offers practical guidance to help organizations.

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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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ASSP and Avetta Launch Standards-Based User Groups to Advance Data-Driven Safety

New framework aims to move workplace safety beyond compliance by embedding consensus standards into business strategy and technology.



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NAHB Updates Safety and Health Programs for Residential Construction

Updated model safety plans from the National Association of Home Builders are designed to help builders, remodelers, and siding contractors improve jobsite safety.

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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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NSC Honors 2026 CEOs Who "Get It" for Safety Leadership

National Safety Council recognizes seven executives for advancing workplace safety, health, and employee well-being.

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Roofing Contractor Reaches Settlement After Fatal Fall

DME Construction Associates will pay $600,000 and implement enhanced fall protection and safety measures following an OSHA investigation into a fatal workplace fall.

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Ergonomics Emerges as a Critical Safety Issue in U.S. Logistics

Musculoskeletal disorders driven by fatigue, repetitive motion, and poor workstation design are straining workers and threatening the sustainability of the modern supply chain.

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Exhausted Workers Raise Safety Risks Across High-Hazard Industries

Safety experts warn that fatigue can impair judgment and lead to system-wide failures, not just individual injuries.

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Automation's Role in Managing Safety Risks in Understaffed Hospitals

Chronic staffing shortages raise risks for health care workers and patients, but automation can help—if applied thoughtfully and with human oversight.

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Construction Safety Week Releases New Technical Safety Bulletins

Resources focus on hazard recognition and controls to help prevent serious injuries and fatalities on jobsites.

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Maine Department of Labor Offers Free Workplace Safety Training

February classes cover mine safety, respiratory protection, industrial hygiene, and fire department operations.

David Cormack LEEA Board Chair

David Cormack Begins Tenure as LEEA Board Chair

Cormack has begun a two-year term as chair of the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association, focusing on safety standards and global industry engagement.

Ladder Safety Month

ALI Launches 2026 Ladder Safety Training and Citations Survey

Survey will track ladder safety training, injuries, and OSHA citation trends across U.S. workplaces.

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IFMA Releases Global Facility Management Pulse Report

The International Facility Management Association’s new report introduces the FM Workload Index and shows rising workload expectations for facility professionals worldwide.

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NFPA Opens Nominations for 2026 Fire and Life Safety Advocacy Medal

Award recognizes advocacy that advances firefighter safety, codes and standards, and fire hazard prevention.

Light Protection PPE

J. J. Keller Expands Safety Solutions with Light-Up Protection Products

New illuminated PPE enhances worker visibility and safety in low-light and high-traffic environments

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