Recent News

Help Employees 'BEAT THE HEAT!'

Working in extremely hot conditions can result in illnesses or even death to employees. Know how to recognize the signs of these illnesses and to treat victims. Learn how to prevent the factors that lead to heat stress.
(more) Posted 08.06.2009

OSHA to Begin National Emphasis Program on Recordkeeping

Starting next month, OSHA will begin its National Emphasis Program on injury and illness recordkeeping with recordkeeping inspections being conducted at employers' establishments and with limited walk-around inspections of facilities. Be informed; be prepared.
(more) Posted 08.06.2009

Important Safety Recall

Louisville Ladder:
Certain Type IA, Type I and Type II “D” Rung Fiberglass Extension Ladders
(more) Posted 04.21.2009

Saferworker.com launches Online Training!

Saferworker.com launches a series of online training videos to keep your working world safe!
(more) Posted 04.21.2009

OSHA cites Houston-based manufacturing company for failing to abate safety violations

The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued failure-to-abate citations to JD Manufacturing Inc., doing business as Arrow Waste, in Houston for a follow-up inspection that revealed previous violations had not been abated.
(more) Posted 04.14.2009

OSHA to Update Agency Standards Based on Consensus Standards

OSHA has published a final rule in the Federal Register that revokes references to outdated industry and national consensus standards.
(more) Posted 07.11.2008

NFPA FACT OF THE WEEK

In fires with sprinklers present, the chances of dying in a fire are reduced by one-half to three-fourths and the average property loss is cut by one-half to two thirds.
(more) Posted 03.21.2008

ASSE BUSINESS RESUMPTION SAFETY CHECKLIST

The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) has put together a "Business Resumption Safety Checklist" which includes references to SAFE ENTRY, STRUCTURAL SECURITY, POWER CHECKS, CLEAN-UP SAFETY, HEALTH/ SANITATION ISSUES many other critical issues.
(more) Posted 03.21.2008