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Confronting Workplace Safety Complacency: Tips for a Safer Workplace

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Introduction Workplace safety is the lifeblood of any organization, serving as a cornerstone for employee well-being and seamless business operation. However, complacency—a silent adversary—can undermine this safety, leading to accidents and inefficiencies. Consider the situation at a facility that was so compliant with safety standards it was used by OSHA as a model for new … Read more

A Guide to PPE in Construction – Personal Protective Equipment Tips

A Guide to PPE in Construction - Personal Protective Equipment Tips

Introduction Well now, if you’re like me, you might enjoy a bit of dirt under your nails, a good day’s work, and the satisfaction that comes from building something with your own two hands. But let’s not fool ourselves, the construction industry, known for its dynamic and often hazardous work environment, requires stringent safety measures … Read more

OSHA in Action: News Stories – Strategic Partnership Programs

OSHA in Action News Stories - Strategic Partnership Programs

Today, I’d like to share with you some inspiring stories about what the U.S. Department of Labor and OSHA is doing in the name of workplace safety and mental health. Through their strategic partnership program, they’re teaming up with employers, employees, and various organizations to create safer and healthier work environments. Here are three separate … Read more

Brownfield Site Cleanup and Redevelopment and OSHA Standards

Brownfield Site Cleanup and Redevelopment and OSHA Standards

Generally speaking, a “Brownfield site,” as outlined in the Small Business Liability Relief and Brownfields Revitalization Act (SBLRBR), refers to real estate where expansion, redevelopment, or reuse may be hindered due to the presence or potential presence of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants. Although not typically highly contaminated, the types and levels of contaminants at … Read more

Wheelabrator: A “Star” in OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program

Wheelabrator A Star in OSHA's Voluntary Protection Program

Wheelabrator Bridgeport, a waste-to-energy facility in Bridgeport, Connecticut, is doing its part to keep the lights on by generating electricity for the New England power grid. Back in 2005, this hardworking facility first earned a coveted “star level” designation from OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program (VPP). And guess what? They’ve done it again! Just this week, … Read more

OSHA Urged to Regulate Workplace Surveillance

OSHA Urged to Regulate Workplace Surveillance

Worker Rights in the Digital Age Workplace surveillance has long been a contentious issue, but the advent of digital technology has amplified concerns over employee privacy and well-being. A growing number of advocacy groups are now urging the Biden administration to take action on this emerging front in the fight for worker rights. Governing for … Read more

OSHA Releases Comprehensive 2022 Injury and Illness Data

OSHA Releases Comprehensive 2022 Injury and Illness Data

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released comprehensive injury and illness data for the year 2022, providing valuable insights into workplace safety across the nation: https://www.osha.gov/Establishment-Specific-Injury-and-Illness-Data The data, which encompasses information submitted by over 300,000 establishments, was published on March 31, 2023, as part of OSHA’s ongoing efforts to promote transparency and accountability … Read more

Asbestos Safety: Overview of OSHA Standards and Best Practices

Asbestos Safety Overview of OSHA Standards and Best Practices

Introduction When it comes to the hall of fame for miracle materials, there’s one mineral that seemed to have it all—remarkable heat resistance, fireproofing properties, and outstanding durability. Unfortunately, like many stories that seem too good to be true, this one took a dark turn. I’m talking about asbestos, a naturally occurring mineral that once … Read more

Preventing Amputations: OSHA Standards & Workplace Safety Measures

Preventing Amputations OSHA Standards & Workplace Safety Measures

Let’s talk about amputations – some of the most severe and life-altering workplace injuries out there. These incidents can happen in various situations and involve all sorts of equipment. In 2018, work-related amputations accounted for 6,200 cases requiring days away from work, making up about 0.5% of all such cases. Though infrequent, these injuries led … Read more