History of Occupational Safety and Health

Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States, was one of the most influential figures in American history. Born into a wealthy family in New York City in 1858, Roosevelt was a man of many interests and talents. He was an avid outdoorsman, historian, and author, and he used his skills and knowledge to … Read more

Early Factories Were Dangerous Folks, let’s talk about the perils of those early factories. Back in the day, the Industrial Revolution brought about a revolution in productivity thanks to all the newfangled machinery, energy, and factories reorganizing the way work was done. But along with all those gains in GDP and wages came new risks … Read more

Well, let me tell ya, it wasn’t always pretty. Back in the day, workers faced some serious health and safety hazards on the job. But through the efforts of workers, unions, employers, government agencies, and even scientists like Dr. Alice Hamilton, we’ve made some significant strides in improving conditions. Now, let’s talk about the numbers. … Read more

The story of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a long and storied one that begins in the late 19th century, when the public grew increasingly concerned about the safety of the food and drugs they consumed. This led to the passage of the Pure Food and Drugs Act of 1906, also known … Read more