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New research explores the possible link between OSHA-approved training and improved workplace safety, and newly passed legislation could limit OSHA’s ability to pursue regulations. Read about these stories and more in this week’s OSHA Roundup.

Ten times as many workers die every year as a result of diseases likely attributable to their occupation compared to injuries, but occupational illnesses do not recieve the same attention as occupational injuries.

Last chance to enter: Does your CEO 'get it'?

With NIOSH predicting continued demand for occupational safety services, what additional skills should safety professionals master to gain or maintain an edge? Safety+Health magazine's 2012 Job Outlook survey shows communication and leadership top the list.

London, Ontario – Shift work increases the risk of heart attack and stroke, according to new research from Western University in London, Ontario.

This Gas Detection App is for Apple mobile devices. It provides a general overview of gas and vapor measurement technology.

Washington – A new document from NIOSH describes best practices for employers regarding work-related use of all-terrain vehicles.

Throughout 2012, S+H will go beyond the annual Top 10 by presenting violations 11-30.

Washington – The rate of fatal crashes involving passenger vehicles was 2.5 times higher in rural areas than urban areas in 2010, according to a study from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s National Center for Statistics and Analysis.

Not surprisingly, collaboration is linked to better safety outcomes overall. Still, most leaders can tell you that in practice, collaboration is fraught with difficulties.