Ohio Food Processor Slapped with $1.9M Fine After Worker Loses Leg Safety standard violations repeat; plant got warning just two weeks prior CINCINNATI – Imagine being a 29-year-old sanitation worker, just nine months into the job, and then one fateful night on the overnight shift at an Ohio food processing plant, you fall into an … Read more
Let me tell you a story about a tragic incident that happened in a sewer line manhole. It’s a somber tale, but one that’s important to learn from. Picture this: a construction foreman, a hardworking fella, lost his life to asphyxiation after stepping into a manhole filled with a dangerous atmosphere. On a quiet job … Read more
The Hidden Dangers of Asbestos-Laden Floor Materials Plenty of older floor tiles contain asbestos, a nasty little mineral fiber that was widely used in building materials before we knew about the health risks it poses. Nowadays, we’ve got regulations in place, thanks to the good people at OSHA, to keep workers safe from asbestos. But … Read more
A class action lawsuit has been filed in Philadelphia in response to a chemical spill in the Delaware River that prompted widespread panic and health concerns among residents. The legal action comes on the heels of a recent incident in which thousands of gallons of a chemical used to refine latex were released from a … Read more
L.L. Bean Brunswick Factory Earns “Star Level” for Safety, Health Achievements The Brunswick, Maine facility has been a shining example of safety since 2007. Now, I’m sure you’ve heard of L.L. Bean, and you might even own a pair of their famous boots. They’ve got a manufacturing facility in Brunswick, Maine, where around 200 hardworking … Read more
April 6, 2023 US Department of Labor Encourages Precautionary Measures to Avoid Hazards During Tornado Cleanup in Bollinger County, Missouri Tornadoes and Severe Storms Cause Destruction Throughout Eastern Missouri on April 5 Workers and other individuals participating in recovery and cleanup operations following a tornado that struck the Village of Glenallen in Bollinger County early … Read more
We’re going to delve into a crucial issue that affects many older adults: falls and fractures. These incidents can have serious consequences, ranging from long-term disability to even death. However, falls and fractures are not an inevitable part of aging. By understanding the causes, risk factors, and implementing preventive measures, we can help older adults … Read more
A new report released by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) highlights an alarming upward trend in non-fire carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning deaths. The report, titled Non-Fire Carbon Monoxide Deaths Associated with the Use of Consumer Products 2019 Annual Estimates, covers data from 2009 to 2019. In 2019, there were an estimated 250 consumer … Read more
This article aims to raise awareness about the potential dangers associated with unloading stone slabs from containers, storing them in “slab-racking” systems, maneuvering and handling stone slabs with equipment, and loading stone slabs onto trucks. While this article is not a standard or regulation and does not impose new legal obligations, it offers advisory, informational … Read more
Milton, Vermont – A devastating workplace accident at Surface Creations of Vermont, a family-owned custom countertop business in Milton, has left a 28-year-old man dead after being crushed by a massive stone slab. Emergency services were called to the scene on Wednesday, where they found the worker from Swanton in critical condition. According to the … Read more
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