Fatal injuries in US workplaces reach highest levels seen in years
April 28, 2016
Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows fatal injuries increased across several industries.
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Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows fatal injuries increased across several industries.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is continuing to place an emphasis on its fall protection regulations and cracking down on employers who violate the standard.
Employers should pay close attention to fall protection standards as fines on OSHA’s most frequent violation will be going up in 2016.
A recent survey shed light on employees’ thoughts on workplace safety.
Fall protection needs to be emphasized at stadium construction worksites.
Oil rigs have to maintain safety even as the industry fluctuates.
As power companies update their safety plans for this year, they should include the updates to the electric power generation, transmission and distribution standard implemented by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration. The deadlines for compliance with the new safety standards for the power sector are approaching for several provisions. Not only do power sector employees have
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In an interview with The Associated Press, the head of the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration noted a shift in the mining industry in improving worker safety. While mining is frequently cited as a dangerous industry, companies in the sector are working to guard against hazards that could put employee health and safety at risk.
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