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2023 Safety+ Symposium: Bull Moose Tube’s Jean Ndana Speaks on Safety

The presentation focused on non-conventional approaches to near-miss programs.

Safety+ Symposium 2023 Kicks Off in Orlando, Showcasing Innovations and Education

Safety+ Symposium 2023 Kicks Off in Orlando, Showcasing Innovations and Education

The annual event offers a combination of networking and educational events.

DOL Awards Cornell University $2 Million for Disability Workforce Inclusion Initiative

DOL Awards Cornell University $2 Million for Disability Workforce Inclusion Initiative

The grant aims to enhance inclusive workplaces for people with disabilities.



Safety+ Symposium 2023 Expo Hall Now Open

The VPPPA's annual Safety+ Symposium, currently taking place at the Orlando World Center Marriott in Orlando, Fla., has officially opened its expo hall doors, and attendees can explore the latest in safety products, gear, and technologies with over 150 exhibitors.

Superman Corp. Hit with $73,219 in OSHA Penalties for Trenching Hazards

Superman Corp. Hit with $73,219 in OSHA Penalties for Trenching Hazards

The construction company’s president faces a willful violation citation.

Safety+ Symposium Highlights: Three Must-See Workshops

Attendees have the opportunity to expand their knowledge with a dynamic lineup of sessions on Sept. 19 and 20. Here are three workshops that are must-see sessions for any attendee.

Public Works Employees as First Responders

What is the role of public works employees in emergency management and what health and safety risks do they face? Dr. Dennis Terpin joins the podcast to answer those questions and discuss the need for designated safety officers in the realm of Public Works.

JMH Roofing LLC Faces OSHA Penalties for Lack of Fall Protection

JMH Roofing LLC Faces OSHA Penalties for Lack of Fall Protection

The agency proposed $548,801 in fines to the company.

Houston-Based Recycled Glass Supplier Cited for Safety Risks

Houston-Based Recycled Glass Supplier Cited for Safety Risks

Strategic Materials Inc. faces $370,995 in proposed penalties.

OSHA Steps Up Its Investigation of Mar-Jac Poultry Following Teen Worker

OSHA Steps Up Its Investigation of Mar-Jac Poultry Following Teen Worker's Death

The agency has obtained a warrant, allowing further scrutiny into the facility’s operation.

DOL Proposes New Protections for Farm Workers

DOL Proposes New Protections for Farm Workers

The move could significantly impact labor standards in the agricultural sector.

Medcor and Work Right NW Join Forces to Elevate Injury Prevention in Labor-Intensive Sectors

Medcor and Work Right NW Join Forces to Elevate Injury Prevention in Labor-Intensive Sectors

The partnership promises a new approach to workforce health and safety.

AIHA Guideline Foundation Awarded $10,000 by ACC for Emergency Response Plans

AIHA Guideline Foundation Awarded $10,000 by ACC for Emergency Response Plans

The funds aim to bolster the development of guidelines for hazardous airborne exposures.

Upstream Solutions: Diving into Cognitive and Confirmation Bias to Reveal Hidden Workplace Hazards

Upstream Solutions: Diving into Cognitive and Confirmation Bias to Reveal Hidden Workplace Hazards

Delve into the role of safety technology in tackling cognitive and confirmation biases, uncovering often overlooked workplace risks and fostering a proactive approach to ensuring a safer work environment.

Missouri Roofing Company Faces $205,369 in Fines Following Employee’s Fatal Fall

Missouri Roofing Company Faces $205,369 in Fines Following Employee’s Fatal Fall

OSHA previously cited Troyer Roofing & Coatings for similar violations in 2015.

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