S+H Staff

Sacramento, CA — Employers in California will be required to establish, implement and maintain a workplace violence prevention program, under a new state law.

London, Ontario — Employers can help workers avert the harmful effects of prolonged sitting on the job by taking an active role in changing their sedentary habits, a recent study shows.

Washington — Ensuring workers are properly hydrated is essential for preventing heat-related illnesses, OSHA is reminding employers.

Washington — Oregon OSHA now has full oversight of temporary labor camps in the state, after receiving federal OSHA’s final approval.

Got a question for a safety expert? New to the NSC Safety Congress & Expo this year is “Ask the Expert,” an opportunity to get your safety questions answered by a National Safety Council expert.

Aiming to reach teens and young adults about safe use of consumer products, the Consumer Product Safety Commission is trying something new: a music album.

The National Safety Council recently launched its TechHub Marketplace, a searchable directory of NSC-approved technology providers. Join us at 11 a.m. Central on Oct. 11 for a free webinar on the new directory.

When it comes to the legal use of marijuana, how do we balance safety and worker rights?

What are some specific examples of risk visualizations in EHS technology, and what role do they play in incident reduction?

Arlington, VA — The Mine Safety and Health Administration is reminding mine operators to safeguard against worker exposure to hazardous silica dust where mobile equipment is used.