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U.S. Workplace Fatalities Reach Highest Number Since 2007

The number of workplace fatalities has reached a new peak, with 5,333 deaths recorded in 2019.

OSHA Introduces New Inspection Program for Businesses with High Injury Rates

The Site-Specific Targeting Directive will apply to non-construction businesses.

FDA Issues Emergency Use Authorization for Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine

The FDA issued the first emergency use authorization for a coronavirus vaccine on December 11.



House Fires in Michigan Attributed to Remote Working

The holiday season combined with the influx of people working from home has contributed to a large increase in residential fires in Michigan.

FDA Panel Votes to Recommend Pfizer Vaccine for Emergency Authorization

An FDA panel voted 17–4 to give emergency use authorization to the Pfizer vaccine.

Ensuring Transportation Worker Safety During the 2020 Holiday Season

In the field of transportation, distractions can be deadly—even those that generally go unseen.

MIOSHA Cites Nine Businesses Coronavirus-related Violations

MIOSHA issued citations with fines ranging $400 to $3,500.

Getting Workers Safely Back to Work in the COVID Era

Supporting workers from the start demonstrates your commitment to their success and makes good business sense.

Ergonomic Considerations for Fall Harnesses When Working at Height

Comfort level is an important variable to address when wearing PPE, especially fall harnesses.

Pfizer’s COVID-19 Vaccine Approved for Use in Britain

Britain is set to begin administering the first doses of the Pfizer vaccine next week.

Vaccine Cards Will Help Keep Track of COVID-19 Vaccinations

The Department of Defense released photos of the vaccination kits and cards that will be part of the coronavirus vaccination process.

Health Care Workers At Maryland Nursing Homes Go Through PPE Training

Maryland nursing homes are requiring staff to undergo PPE training after a statewide surge in COVID-19 cases in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

Cal/OSHA’s Emergency Regulations for Coronavirus Protection Now in Effect

The agency’s emergency regulations were approved on November 30.

FDA Approves Flu Treatment for Post-Exposure Treatment

The FDA expands the approval of the flu treatment Xofluza to include prevention of the virus after exposure.

OH&S Recognizes Entrants and Winners of the 12th Annual New Product of the Year Contest

OH&S has been celebrating innovation and products optimized to keep workers safe for over 10 years.

Five Emergency Maintenance Best Practices All Plant Employees Should Follow

A well-thought-out and well-organized emergency response plan will help prevent fatalities, reduce equipment maintenance costs and help mitigate potential environmental hazards.

Meeting Safety Management Challenges

To manage effectively, management needs information which tells them in real time how well the organizational systems are meeting business challenges, customer needs, innovation and growth.

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