Workplace Solutions

Washington — “Inadequate workplace safety laws and policies” led to the deaths of 5,283 people in 2023 and an estimated 135,304 more from occupational diseases, the AFL-CIO claims in a new report.

Washington — Workers in certain industries and occupations may have an elevated risk of death from the progressive lung disease idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, according to a recent study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Frankfort, KY — A free training video created by the Kentucky Labor Cabinet’s Division of Education and Training is focused on effective machine guarding to eliminate incidents and injuries associated with moving machine parts.

Silver Spring, MD — The vast majority of Safety Data Sheets for construction materials containing nanotechnology need improvement when it comes to accurately listing engineered nanomaterial composition, results of a recent study indicate.

Watertown, SD — Securing fall protection to an engineered anchor point is critical for communication tower workers using mobile elevated work platforms such as bucket trucks or aerial lifts.

Washington — OSHA has scheduled a virtual public hearing on its proposed rule aimed at protecting workers from heat-related illnesses.

Washington — OSHA has released the 2024 data collected under its rules for annual injury and illness data submission.

Arlington, VA — Miners should avoid entering trenches with unsupported walls, the Mine Safety and Health Administration advises in a recent fatality alert.

Ann Arbor, MI — A free training program developed by a team of researchers is aimed at increasing nail salon workers’ knowledge of chemical safety on the job.

Silver Spring, MD — Employers are encouraged to pause work to talk about struck-by hazard recognition and prevention during the sixth annual National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-by Incidents, set for April 21-25.