From a distance: Engaging the ‘distributed’ workforce
Although all workers are expected to operate safely, what happens when they’re spread out across different sites? The post From a distance: Engaging t...
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PPE use in construction
What gaps can be present on a construction site where PPE isn’t consistently used? The post PPE use in construction appeared first on Safety+Health Ma...
Incorporate the principles of Human and Organizational Performance
Human and Organizational Performance is an operating philosophy that focuses on the interaction of work systems and the individual. Anyone who follows...
Custom safety training
How can safety training be tailored to different roles and risk levels? The post Custom safety training appeared first on Safety+Health Magazine....
Celebrating 30 years of National Safety Month
In 1996, the National Safety Council designated June as National Safety Month and began distributing free safety resources to highlight the leading ca...
‘Competent,’ ‘qualified’ – and more
Experts weigh in on the duties (and differences) of these key worksite roles. The post ‘Competent,’ ‘qualified’ – and more appeared first on Safety+He...
Keeping People Safe: Global Data on the State of Workplace Safety
Safety and productivity go hand in hand, but even with strong investment in training, tools and technology, results don’t always match expectations. T...
Practice wellness at work to prevent MSDs
When you’re feeling tired, mentally stressed or unsupported at work, your body feels it, too. Tense muscles, poor posture and fatigue can all increase...
Maintaining safety labeling
What are the challenges to keeping safety labeling compliant and durable over time? The post Maintaining safety labeling appeared first on Safety+Heal...
Why a good supervisor matters for safety
“Good supervisors know when to pause, when to adjust the plan and when to call in safety pros for help.” The post Why a good supervisor matters for sa...
Cellphone use behind the wheel: myths and truths
Workers are four times more likely to crash when using a cellphone while driving. If you talk and drive at the same time, your brain can’t do either w...
Inspector General says vacant seats may hamper Chemical Safety Board’s effectiveness
Washington — The lack of a full, five-member board “may prevent” the Chemical Safety Board “from achieving its stated mission,” the Environmental Prot...
Oklahoma’s new drug and alcohol policy will affect workers in ‘safety-sensitive’ jobs
Oklahoma City — A new Oklahoma law establishes a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol standard for workers in “safety-sensitive” jobs, effective Nov. 1. Un...
Mental health experts offer guidance for helping remote workers feel engaged
Cardiff, Wales — In conjunction with Mental Health Awareness Month in May, the National Alliance on Mental Illness hosted a webinar focused on engagin...
New York advocacy group releases ‘Deadly Skyline’ report on construction worker deaths
New York — The number of construction workers killed in New York state fell nearly 26% in 2024 from its 10-year high the year before, according to a r...
EPA invites comment on controversial fragrance and one other chemical
Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency is seeking feedback on separate draft risk evaluations, including a potential landmark finding that a...
Miners’ lawyer pushes for MSHA silica rule during House hearing
Fort Branch, IN — An attorney who represents workers is challenging lawmakers to urge the Mine Safety and Health Administration to restore its final r...
Changes to Washington state trenching rule make written plans a must
Tumwater, WA — Construction firms in Washington state that perform excavation, trenching and shoring work must complete a written work plan beforehand...
OSHA ends open fires standard for marine terminals
Washington — OSHA has revoked its standard on open fires in marine terminals. In a final rule published April 28, OSHA says that when it initially pro...
NSC asks drivers to make safe choices this Memorial Day weekend
New estimates from the National Safety Council indicate 393 people may die in motor vehicle-related crashes over the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, pr...
OSHA clarifies its jurisdiction over two State Plans
Washington — OSHA has published information clarifying its jurisdiction related to State Plan programs in Puerto Rico and Maryland. In a notice publis...
Report links psychosocial hazards at work to more than 800,000 early deaths
Geneva — Cardiovascular disease and mental health disorders stemming from on-the-job psychosocial risk factors may contribute to hundreds of thousands...
DOT rule acknowledges delay on oral drug fluid testing
Washington — Drug testing for truck drivers and other safety-sensitive transportation workers must continue to be conducted via urine tests until the ...
Colorado bill on heat and cold stress prevention moves forward
Denver — The Colorado House has passed a bill aimed at protecting workers from extreme temperatures. At press time, H.B. 26-1272 had moved to the Hous...
Survey shows that workers want more mental health support from employers
Arlington, VA — Despite strong demand for mental health-related training and resources, less than a third of employees receive any at work, results of...
Safety on the driveway
When the weather gets warm, driveways can be busy places – especially for kids. Shooting hoops and riding bikes. Drawing with chalk and playing other ...
Don’t share prescription meds
A muscle relaxer or strong pain reliever for a friend who’s hurting. A sedative for a family member who’s nervous about an upcoming flight. Offering y...
The safe way to thaw frozen food
Meal prepping for the week? Don’t forget to leave enough time to safely thaw anything you pull out of the freezer. The NSF, an organization that devel...
Help older adults stay cool during high heat
Too much heat can be dangerous for anyone, but it’s especially true for older adults. Heat and humidity place greater stress on our bodies the older w...
Soothe baby’s teething pain
When a baby begins teething, it can be a stressful time for both child and parent. Teething pain typically starts anywhere between 3 to 10 months old,...
Healthy teeth may help older adults stay at a healthy weight
Good oral hygiene and regular dental visits may help older adults maintain a healthy weight, Brazilian and American researchers say. A group that incl...
House hearing focuses on ‘emerging’ workplace safety concerns
Washington — Proposed White House budget cuts risk transforming OSHA into an “injury investigation agency instead of an agency that’s out there trying...
Safety ‘starts the moment you put that truck in drive’: video
Watertown, SD — For communication tower workers who commute to and operate vehicles on jobsites, “making sure that we stay honed in” and “don’t allow ...
Democrats push USDA to maintain meat-processing line speed limits
Washington — A group of Democratic lawmakers is calling on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service to abandon efforts ...
NSC report highlights the benefits of MSD prevention technology
Washington — Use of technologies designed to prevent on-the-job musculoskeletal disorders also contribute to improved awareness, reduced mental stress...
Colorado House passes bill shielding workplace safety rules from federal rollbacks
Denver — The Colorado House has approved an amended bill that would maintain the state’s workplace safety and health standards even if federal OSHA st...
Chemical classification
What problems can arise when old and new hazard classifications coexist at the same site during the transition to OSHA’s 2024 HazCom final rule? How s...
California lawmaker wants state prosecutors to investigate serious workplace incidents
Sacramento, CA — Legislation recently introduced in California would shift the responsibility for investigating workplace deaths and incidents involvi...
MSHA: Mining injury rate falls to all-time low
Washington — Mine workers experienced a record-low injury rate last year, which is “cause for celebration,” Mine Safety and Health Administration head...
OSHA launches ‘safety shout-out’ challenge
Washington — A new challenge from OSHA encourages peer-to-peer recognition of safe work practices. Part of the annual Safe + Sound campaign promoted b...
Small construction companies make safety gains, but still have room to improve: report
Boston — Although smaller construction firms continue to make strides in their commitment to employee safety, health and well-being, they still have r...
Delayed again: provisions of EPA trichlorethylene ban
Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency has delayed until further notice the effective date of certain worker-related provisions of the agenc...
‘Safety Break’: Oregon OSHA’s annual stand-down is this week
Salem, OR — Oregon OSHA is encouraging employers statewide to “pause their operations and demonstrate the high value they place on protecting people f...
Injuries are becoming ‘more complex,’ workers’ comp claims show
Hartford, CT — Although workplace injury rates are declining, the injuries that do occur are “growing more complex and taking longer to heal,” accordi...
New California DMV regs permit large driverless trucks
Sacramento, CA — The California Department of Motor Vehicles has adopted regulations that allow autonomous vehicle manufacturers to test and operate d...
NSC presents UL Solutions with 2026 Robert W. Campbell Award
Baltimore — UL Solutions is the recipient of the 2026 Robert W. Campbell Award – a National Safety Council recognition for organizations that successf...
As NSC Safety Summit kicks off, retired Air Force officer emphasizes importance of trust
Baltimore — All workers can be leaders by taking daily action and accountability to develop an environment “that builds and creates trust and safety.”...
Younger boys are most likely to be injured on e-scooters, study finds
When researchers at Johns Hopkins University recently explored electric scooter injuries among kids, one group stood out. Using 2020-2024 data from a ...
Could your office layout contribute to workplace bullying?
Linköping, Sweden — Workplace bullying is more likely to occur in open-plan office settings than in work environments in which employees have their ow...
EPA to move forward on risk management regulations for 1,2-dichloroethane
Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency will propose risk management regulations for 1,2-dichloroethane, a colorless liquid frequently used t...