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NSC Commits $300,000 to Musculoskeletal Disorder Research

NSC Commits $300,000 to Musculoskeletal Disorder Research

The National Safety Council has allocated $300,000 for its third year of grants aimed at reducing workplace injuries caused by musculoskeletal disorders.

DOL Sues USPS Over Alleged Whistleblower Retaliation

DOL Sues USPS Over Alleged Whistleblower Retaliation

The U.S. Department of Labor is suing USPS for alleged whistleblower retaliation after firing a worker who raised safety concerns about loading dock equipment.

OSHA Finds Lack of Training Among Causes of Forklift Operator’s Death

OSHA Finds Lack of Training Among Causes of Forklift Operator’s Death

OSHA has fined Mitchell Industrial Tire Co. for $288,299 following a forklift operator's death due to safety violations.



OSHA Cites Two Florida Contractors for Trench Safety Violations

OSHA Cites Two Florida Contractors for Trench Safety Violations

Masci General Contractor Inc. and KT Carter Contracting Inc. face $363,436 in fines.

MSHA Finds 286 Violations During October 2024 Impact Inspections

MSHA Finds 286 Violations During October 2024 Impact Inspections

The agency conducted inspections at 15 mines, including 95 significant and substantial violations and 12 unwarrantable failures.

DOL Seeks Nominations for OSHA’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health

DOL Seeks Nominations for OSHA’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health

The advisory committee provides OSHA with policy guidance on construction safety and health.

New Products Round-Up: Friday, Dec. 6, 2024

New Products Round-Up: Friday, Dec. 6, 2024

This week’s new safety products enhance workplace safety and productivity with solutions like telescoping headlamps, washdown stations, metal detectable holsters and flashing beacons.

OSHA Cites Illinois Roofing Contractor Again for Ignoring Fall Protection Rules

OSHA Cites Illinois Roofing Contractor Again for Ignoring Fall Protection Rules

Fino Exterior Inc. continues to ignore fall protection requirements, resulting in repeated OSHA citations and significant penalties.

Could Edge AI Keep America’s 2 Billion Frontline Workers Safe?

Could Edge AI Keep America’s 2 Billion Frontline Workers Safe?

Edge AI technology is transforming workplace safety by offering predictive analytics, real-time hazard detection and sustainable solutions across industries.

NSC Secures $950K in Grants to Improve Roadway Safety

NSC Secures $950K in Grants to Improve Roadway Safety

The grants aim to enhance workplace traffic safety programs in Texas, Ohio and Louisiana.

Minnesota OSHA Fines Employer for Violating Commercial Diving Standards Following Worker’s Drowning

Minnesota OSHA Fines Employer for Violating Commercial Diving Standards Following Worker’s Drowning

Your Lake Aquatic Plant Management LLC faces $730,369 in penalties for willful violations.

Unplanned Shutdowns as Proof Test Credits: What to Know and Steps to Take

Unplanned Shutdowns as Proof Test Credits: What to Know and Steps to Take

Unplanned shutdowns can provide partial proof test credits for Safety Instrumented Functions (SIFs), helping optimize maintenance schedules while ensuring safety compliance.

OSHA Extends Public Comment Deadline for Heat Exposure Rule

OSHA Extends Public Comment Deadline for Heat Exposure Rule

The public comment deadline for OSHA's proposed rule on heat-related workplace safety has been extended to January 14, 2025.

AI in Health and Safety: What Are the Benefits and Drawbacks?

AI in Health and Safety: What Are the Benefits and Drawbacks?

Artificial intelligence is reshaping workplace health and safety practices by enhancing risk prevention, training and monitoring while raising ethical and operational challenges.

California’s SB 553 and National Implications for Workplace Violence Prevention

California's SB 553 introduces comprehensive workplace violence prevention requirements, setting a benchmark for national and state-level regulatory efforts to ensure safer work environments.

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