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Category Archives: US

Ignoring combustible dust hazards can lead to hefty fines and high risks for injury

July 20, 2016

Combustible dust is an explosion hazard that can affect many industries, resulting in high OSHA fines for violations and extreme risk to worker safety when not controlled. 

Stress on the job can impact workplace safety

July 13, 2016

Many people experience stress on the job at some point in their careers. However, the problem may be more pervasive and dangerous than some employers may realize.

OSHA fees set to increase starting in August

July 12, 2016

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is placing an additional incentive on employers to follow safety regulations as fines for violations are about to go up.

OSHA citations emphasized importance of respiratory protection and chemical safety

June 29, 2016

Protecting workers from chemical exposure is very important and OSHA offers several guidelines to ensure employers understand its requirements.

Injury rates for new workers show importance of engaging safety training

June 22, 2016

A recent study has found safety programs may not be as effective as they could be, especially for workers who have just arrived on the worksite.

OSHA issues clarification on Confined Spaces in Construction Standard

June 2, 2016

Since the confined space standard was extended to include the construction industry, some lingering confusion remained. 

OSHA likely to finalize slips, trips and falls rule in August

May 26, 2016

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is expected to release its finalized rule on slips, trips and falls in August. 

Trench safety crucial for preventing construction injuries

May 18, 2016

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s inspections frequently uncover many violations of excavation safety that put workers at risk.

New legislation would ‘cement’ OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Programs

May 11, 2016

Two U.S. senators have introduced bipartisan legislation that would establish the permanent continuance of the Voluntary Protection Programs.

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.