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
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
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recently released a comprehensive health hazard evaluation report that addresses strategies for reducing whole-body vibration in golf course maintenance tasks. The report (HHE Report No. 2018-0137-3385) came as a response to concerns raised by golf course management regarding employees experiencing discomfort and pain in their lower … Read more
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), and a coalition of safety organizations, including the National Safety Council (NSC), are coming together for the seventh annual Safe + Sound Week. The nationwide event is scheduled to take place from August 7-13, 2023, and aims to promote … Read more
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