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National Safety Council Awards Veteran Scholarships Supported by Boeing

A total of 75 veterans received scholarships for the Advanced Safety Certificate program to advance careers in occupational safety.

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Washington State Construction Safety Committee Prepares for September Meeting

Washington regulators seek construction safety agenda ideas ahead of the hybrid Construction Advisory Committee meeting on Sept 29.

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OSHA Renews Warehouse Safety Emphasis Program and Expands Inspection Guidance

Five-year extension continues comprehensive inspections targeting common hazards in warehouses and distribution centers while clarifying when inspections may be expanded.



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MSHA Issues Alerts Following Two Fatal Mining Incidents in July

The agency issued separate fatality alerts highlighting hazards involving powered haulage equipment and falling material while investigations continue.

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California Releases Updated Draft Workplace Violence Prevention Rule

The latest draft refines employer responsibilities for hazard assessments, training, and incident response.

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Los Angeles Roofing Companies Face Penalties After Fatal Fall

California safety officials propose $282,420 in penalties following a residential worker's fatal 24-foot roof fall in Westchester.

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Federal Agency Fines Maine Pulp Mill Nearly $800K Following Fatal Gas Exposure

OSHA proposed penalties against Woodland Pulp LLC after two workers died from hydrogen sulfide exposure at a Baileyville facility.

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National Whistleblower Day Highlights Worker Protections Against Retaliation

OSHA reminds employers and workers that federal whistleblower laws help protect employees who report safety concerns and other unlawful conduct.

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Avetta Survey Finds Supply Chain Risks Outpacing Organizational Readiness

The survey found that many organizations lack the visibility needed to respond to growing supply chain risks.

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Organizers Open Registration for Annual Safe and Sound Week

Businesses across the country can access free resources to strengthen safety programs and recognize workplace achievements.

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CalOSHA Issues Another Heat Warning to California Employers

State safety officials urge companies to enforce indoor and outdoor heat protocols as temperatures soar across California through August 2.

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Michigan Safety Agency Urges Action After Spate of Workplace Fatalities

Surge in Michigan workplace deaths prompts state officials to call for proactive safety measures and hazard training.

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Workplace Heat Standards Require Adequate Shade and Timely Breaks

Guidelines mandate shaded rest areas and scheduled cool-down periods when temperatures reach 90 degrees.

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MSHA Issues Safety Guidance Following Recent Fatal Mining Accidents

Federal safety officials release best practices after two fatal incidents involving heavy equipment loading and underground roof falls.

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NFPA Report: U.S. Firefighter On-Duty Deaths Rose to 83 in 2025

The latest annual report found firefighter fatalities increased 17 percent from the previous year, with heart attacks remaining the leading cause of death and crash-related incidents continuing to pose significant risks.

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Coalition Urges Single Federal Standard for Chemical Safety

Industry groups ask the EPA and OSHA to align workplace chemical rules and eliminate duplicative standards.

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Quincy Fire Department Replaces Gear with PFAS Free Equipment

Firefighters in Massachusetts receive new protective suits following a multi-million-dollar city investment and independent fabric testing.

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