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Worker Sweating in Extreme Heat

Cal/OSHA Reinforces Heat Illness Prevention as California Temperatures Climb

As California temperatures rise, employers are being urged to take proactive steps to protect workers from the dangers of heat illness in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Mason Drilling a Wall

Georgia Stone Manufacturer Fined $120K for Exposing Workers to Silica and Noise Hazards

Art Stone-Granite & Marble Inc. faces $120,000 in penalties after a U.S. Department of Labor inspection revealed repeated failures to protect workers from silica dust and occupational noise.

Senator Shelley Capito with Miners

NIOSH Employees Reinstated After Legal Ruling and Political Pressure Halt Layoffs

More than 100 NIOSH workers in West Virginia are back on the job after a federal injunction and bipartisan advocacy reversed controversial layoffs tied to a federal restructuring plan.



Friday New Products Round Up for May 16, 2025

This week’s roundup features J.J. Keller’s tailored onsite safety training, Hemco’s ready-to-install emergency safety shower, Nightstick’s motion-activated Dual-Light headlamp, and Baffin’s rugged unisex safety boots for extreme worksites.

OSHA Rules

Mackenzie Holds Hearing on OSHA’s Mission and Regulatory Overreach

A House subcommittee hearing examined OSHA's recent actions and explored how to refocus the agency on workplace safety without overstepping its authority.

Labor and Safety Groups File Suit to Restore NIOSH Programs

Labor and safety groups sued to reverse staffing and program cuts at NIOSH, citing risks to worker health.

Teen Worker in Safety PPE

May Marks Safe Jobs for Youth Month in California

Statewide campaign highlights teen worker safety with resources for youth, employers, and educators.

USPS Worker Climbing in Van

Department of Labor Sues USPS for Retaliating Against Injured Texas Worker

The lawsuit alleges the U.S. Postal Service violated federal whistleblower protections by firing an employee just 10 days after they reported a job-related injury while delivering mail.

Heat Stress Technology Vest

NSC Funds Innovative Solutions to Protect Workers from Heat Hazards

Over $140K awarded to test new tech solutions that prevent heat-related illnesses and deaths on the job.

Firefighter PPE

Toxic Turnout Gear: The Fight to Protect Firefighters from PFAS Exposure

A growing body of evidence reveals that PFAS in firefighter turnout gear is a serious occupational health threat, prompting urgent calls for federal legislation, research funding and safer alternatives.

Workers in a Mine

MSHA’s TRAM Conference to Spotlight Innovation in Mine Safety Training

Hundreds of mine safety trainers will gather at the National Mine Health and Safety Academy to explore the latest tools, techniques, and best practices in miner education.

Worker with Heat Stress

As Heat Rises and Regulations Stall, Employers Must Lead on Climate Safety

With extreme weather accelerating and federal safeguards weakening, companies must adopt tech-driven strategies to protect outdoor workers and stay ahead of risk.

Metal Forming Machine

Meadville Manufacturer Resolves Safety and Labor Violations Following Workplace Injury

A Pennsylvania-based manufacturing facility has paid nearly $65,000 in penalties after an investigation into a 2024 injury involving a minor.

People Running

Wellness, Leadership, and Community Take Center Stage at AIHA Connect 2025

From yoga and the AIHF Fun Run to leadership sessions and quick dining options, Connect 2025 offers a well-rounded experience that supports every aspect of the OEHS professional journey.

People at a clapping at conference table

AIHA Connect 2025 Returns to Kansas City for a Power-Packed Week of OEHS Learning and Innovation

Connect 2025 brings OEHS professionals together for a week of expert-led education, hands-on learning, and industry innovation.

Gutter Workers

OSHA Standards Applicable to Gutter Safety on Job Sites: A Comprehensive Analysis

This report highlights safety practices, equipment standards, and compliance strategies to reduce fall risks and protect workers during gutter installation, maintenance, and repair.

The ISF: Moving Workplace Safety Beyond Compliance

In this episode of the OH&S Safety Pod, ASSP CEO Jennifer McNelly discusses the Intersociety Forum’s call to move beyond compliance and adopt risk-based, business-integrated safety practices that improve both worker protection and organizational performance.

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