S+H Staff

Harrisburg, PA — A two-phase study exploring the possibility of extending OSHA protections to thousands of workers in Pennsylvania’s public sector has been completed.

Tucson, AZ — A noisy office can increase stress levels. But now researchers are saying that near or complete silence at work isn’t so great either.

Washington — OSHA is testing a “streamlined” process of filtering complaints via a yearlong Whistleblower Protection Program pilot program.

Tumwater, WA — Preventing sprains and strains on the job is the aim of a new online tool from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.

Atlanta — Hazards in the auto parts supplier industry “continue to be the source of serious injuries, including amputations, and deaths to employees,” OSHA says.

The awe inspired by a beautiful sunrise or sunset may help improve your overall well-being, researchers from England’s Exeter University say.

Cambridge, England — Lower levels of work-related stress, as well as fewer sick days. Greater worker retention. And no drop-off in revenue for employers. These are some of the results of a recent trial of four-day workweeks at more than 60 organizations.

Vancouver, British Columbia — A new forklift safety video illustrates why the equipment’s operator should be the only rider.

Washington — OSHA is asking for input on how it can modernize, improve and expand its Voluntary Protection Programs.

In 2021, 62 U.S. construction workers died after falling through a surface or an existing opening such as a skylight, according to data from the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries.