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OSHA Issues Proposed Update to Hazard Communication Standard

The proposed update to OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard was issued on Feb. 5.

More People are Using Their Phones While Working, Says Survey

56% of people polled said they feel it is their right to use their phones while they are working.

New York City Construction Workers Must be Trained By March 1

Construction workers in New York City will need to complete Site Safety Training by March 1.



New Strains of COVID-19: What Does This Mean for Vaccination?

With coronavirus variants from places like the United Kingdom and Brazil now in the United States, more vigilant practices are necessary to prevent the spread of the virus.

Misconceptions on Absence of Voltage Testing

When it comes to electrical safety, there is no such thing as absolute zero risk.

OSHA Issues Workplace Guidance on Coronavirus

OSHA fulfills the first of two requirements set by President Biden in his Jan. 22 executive order with this new guidance.

Rapid Medical Mobilization for COVID-19 Testing, Vaccination and Other Critical Relief Efforts

Quick-response mobile, customizable containers, trailers and vehicles are offering medical professionals new tools to combat not only the pandemic, but also other urgent healthcare issues.

Improving Safety with a Risk Management Focus

The responsibility of safety personnel must change from being a worker focus to becoming a risk and safety consultant to management.

Winter Slips, Trips and Falls: Avoiding Injury and Incidents in the Workplace

Employers have a responsibility to take the right precautions and prepare their employees for any weather conditions.

Contact Tracing: The Cogency and the Controversy

While contact tracing can be performed manually, there are a number of worker-safety apps available that will save you time and money.

BCSP Announces Award of Excellence and Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients

The Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) is proud to announce the 2020 recipients of the organization's most prestigious awards.

Embrace Technology to Get the Most Out of Remote Audits and Management Systems

Technology has been an audit enabler for businesses to effectively manage risk and remain compliant with ISO management system standards.

Biden Chooses Steel Worker Safety Official for OSHA Leadership Position

Former United Steelworkers safety official Jim Frederick will act as OSHA’s Deputy Assistant Secretary of Labor.

COVID-19 Response Services

Health and safety companies have developed unique solutions to assist organizations in their desire to overcome the challenges presented by COVID-19.

Keeping Injury Records for Every Establishment

Employers covered by the injury and illness recordkeeping provisions of Part 1904 must create and maintain a 300 Log for each establishment. Understanding how OSHA defines an “establishment” is critical to complying with those requirements.

Safety Management During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Implementing A Digital JHA Tool

The Job Hazard Analysis process focuses on job tasks to identify hazards before they occur.

General Recordkeeping Criteria in the Age of COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic is changing the way we do business in this country. Workers who are able to are now working from home, and workers who are in construction or manufacturing are practicing social distancing on the job. Healthcare workers, social workers, and others who have contact with the public must take extra precautions to protect themselves from exposures to the coronavirus.

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