Leadership

Weston, MA — The number of employees reporting that they work in a “toxic environment” is high – as are claims that employers aren’t doing enough to support mental health, according to the results of a recent survey.

Washington — Although 9 out of 10 employers say they’re prepared to support worker mental health, only 3 out of 5 employees agree, according to the results of a recent survey of small businesses.

Washington — Frontline employees consistently rate their workplaces’ musculoskeletal disease prevention efforts less favorably than safety leaders do, according to a new report from the National Safety Council.

Washington — The National Safety Council is among a dozen organizations urging President Donald Trump to nominate a Bureau of Labor Statistics commissioner who will ensure data “remains credible and accurate.”

Washington — The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee approved Anthony D’Esposito’s nomination for inspector general of the Department of Labor with a 12-11 party-line vote Oct. 9.

Washington — The Senate has confirmed Derek Barrs as the new head of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Washington — The Senate has confirmed David Keeling as the new leader of OSHA. Legislators approved S. Res 412 with a 51-46 vote on Oct. 3, then voted 51-47 on Oct. 7 to confirm Keeling and more than 100 other nominees.

Denver — Sarah Futrell is the 2025 recipient of the Marion Martin Award, presented annually by the National Safety Council.

Denver — A phone call. A gift card. A letter. A box of crayons. What do these things have in common?

Denver — Acting OSHA administrator Amanda Wood Laihow recently provided details on how the agency will balance enforcement and compliance.