Business & Industry

Boston — Massachusetts’ first documented case of silicosis in a stone countertop fabrication worker has spurred the state’s Department of Public Health to urge...

Washington — Chemical facility personnel should thoroughly evaluate buildings that may be occupied after incidents occur to address possible safety risks, the Chemical Safety...

Frankfort, KY — Legislation intended to clarify criminal trespass laws to enhance worker safety in Kentucky has advanced out of the state House. Sponsored by...

Washington — The National Safety Council is commending ASTM for updating its standard on serious incident and fatality prevention, which NSC says will “help...

Arlington, TX — Engineers from the University of Texas at Arlington say they’ve developed a soft, air-powered exoskeleton that shows promise in helping workers...

Washington — Workers in private industry experienced fewer nonfatal injuries and illnesses on the job in 2024 than in 2023, according to Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses data released Jan. 22 by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Toronto — Keeping messages concise and action-oriented is one of the best ways to effectively communicate health and safety information in the workplace, a Canadian safety group says.

Washington — The federal government is reinstating hundreds of NIOSH employees, according to reports from multiple media outlets.

Washington — A new assessment tool from the National Safety Council is intended to help employers prevent serious incidents and fatalities by identifying gaps and improvement opportunities in their safety systems, practices and culture.

Washington — Employers can now register for OSHA’s new Safety Champions Program.