S+H Staff

Washington — New guidance from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is intended to prevent and address worker harassment based on sex, race and other protected traits, outlining when such behavior is against the law.

Washington — The National Fire Protection Association’s voluntary standard on preventing fires and uncontrolled chemical reactions at hazardous waste facilities carries significant influence from the Chemical Safety Board – and CSB officials appreciate it.

GFCIs are safety devices designed to protect against electric shock. Your home likely has many of them.

Dogs are becoming a more common sight at restaurants that offer outdoor seating. But before you book a table for yourself and your furry friend, let’s talk about safety.

It’s a hot day, you’re out in the yard and you need to hydrate. A few steps away is a garden hose … should you take a drink?

Salem, OR — Students from Silverton and Hermiston high schools took first-place prizes in this year’s Oregon OSHA media contest to promote young worker safety and health awareness.

Healthier habits may help prevent headaches among children and teens who use e-cigarettes or skip breakfast or other meals, researchers say.

Silver Spring, MD — Thirty-nine workers died while performing trench/excavation work in 2022, up from 15 in 2021, according to a new report from CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training.

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Washington — OSHA plans to open a new regional office, merge two of its regions and rename its regional offices.