OSHA, or The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, is the main federal agency charged with the enforcement of safety and health legislation.
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Active Shooter Training Needed In The Workplace
More than a third of employed Americans are not confident they know what to do if an active shooter enters a building they are in, according to a new poll.
Resources To Protect Workers From Falls Available
A collection of compliance assistance resources from OSHA aim to reduce the number of fall-related injuries and fatalities in the construction industry.
Friday Funny: Working In A Winter Wonderland
Inspired by all the things that can go wrong in your facility during this festive time of year, facility manager Charles Carpenter pens a “Winter Wonderland” song parody.
Top 10 Workplace Safety Violations Of 2018
OSHA released its list of the year's most frequently cited workplace safety violations at the National Safety Council Congress & Expo.
OSHA Awards $9.3M In Training Grants
The workplace safety and health training grants will help 74 nonprofit organizations educate workers and job creators.
OSHA To Address Whistleblower Issues In Finance Industry
Scheduled for October in Washington, DC, the meeting will solicit public input on whistleblower issues in the finance industry.
Watch For Roofing Risks
Ensure the safety of those who perform roof maintenance by satisfying OSHA requirements, and more.
UPDATE: OSHA To Award $10.5M In Workplace Safety Training Grants
The Susan Harwood Training Grants are available to nonprofit organizations and will fund workplace safety and health hazard training and education.
OSHA To Kick Off Safe + Sound Week
Over 200 organizations and businesses will partner with OSHA to promote the importance of workplace safety and health programs August 13-19.
Protect Outdoor Workers From Heat Illness
As temperatures rise throughout California, Cal/OSHA is reminding employers to protect outdoor workers from heat illness and encourage them to take cool-down breaks in the shade.
Milwaukee OSHA Compliant Dust Box
Milwaukee Tool has built upon its M12 Universal HAMMERVAC Dust Extractor and M18 Dedicated HAMMERVAC designs with an updated dust box.
3M Online Hearing Conservation Resource
The 3M Center for Hearing Conservation provides articles and details about the seven elements of a hearing loss prevention program and more.
New California Workplace Safety Regulation Protects Hotel Housekeepers
This is the first ergonomic standard in the nation written specifically to protect hotel housekeepers from injury.
Question Of The Week: What Is A Safety Walk-Around?
A safety walk-around can be an important part of identifying safety hazards in the workplace and communicating those dangers to employees.
Rooftops Present Big Risks
The majority of the nearly 5,000 workplace fatalities each year occur as a result of a fall. Here are some questions to consider when allowing work to be performed on your facility’s roof.
OSHA Extends Compliance Date For Workplace Injury, Illness Reports
OSHA has extended the date by which employers must electronically report injury and illness data through the Injury Tracking Application to December 15, 2017.
Four Winter Safety Tips For Your Workers And Facility
These winter safety steps will help you maintain a safe work environment this season, regardless of the size or type of workplace you manage.
New OSHA Alliances Protect Workers From Grain Handling, Chemical Hazards
The two new alliances with the National Grain and Feed Association and the American Chemistry Council will focus on preventing exposure dangers associated with the grain handling and polyurethane industries.
Overlooked Hazards, Risk Zones Cause Workplace Falls
Many organizations underestimate floor safety risks and are unaware of high-risk walk zones that exist within their buildings, according to a recent New Pig survey.
New Metal Stair Products From ErectaStep
Three new products are designed to fill the demand for higher quality metal stair kit solutions to serve the commercial and architectural marketplaces.
Worried About Workforce Shortages? Effective Strategies To Stay Ahead
During this free webinar, you'll learn the top 5 strategies that facility maintenance pros are implementing to overcome workforce shortages.
View This Free Video Webinar: Maximizing Value For Facility Master Planning
A panel of Facility Management leaders discuss long-term planning challenges and answer questions about maximizing the value of conducting a Facility Condition Assessments (FCA).
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