Workplace Safety

States Urged to Lead in Safeguarding Workers from Extreme Heat
Regulatory & Compliance States Urged to Lead in Safeguarding Workers from Extreme Heat

In recent years, extreme heat has emerged as a significant occupational hazard, posing substantial threats to workers across the United States. With 2024 being recorded as the hottest year to date, impacting 17 states, the urgency for proactive and protective measures cannot be overstated. As the

Can Cal/OSHA's Heat Rules Safeguard Workers from Rising Temps?
Regulatory & Compliance Can Cal/OSHA's Heat Rules Safeguard Workers from Rising Temps?

As temperatures continue to climb due to global climate change, the heat-related risks faced by workers have escalated dramatically, underscoring the urgent need for robust preventive measures. In California, where high temperatures are particularly prevalent, Cal/OSHA has been proactive in

NIOSH Staff Reinstatement Secures Future of Workplace Safety
Regulatory & Compliance NIOSH Staff Reinstatement Secures Future of Workplace Safety

In a pivotal move reinforcing national work safety standards, over 100 employees at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) are being reinstated, ending several tumultuous months of uncertainty. Managed under the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the

Integrating Safety Culture Elevates Mining Leadership Success
Regulatory & Compliance Integrating Safety Culture Elevates Mining Leadership Success

A Catalyst for Mining Success? Is safety culture the missing link to resolving the mining industry's operational challenges? This question reverberates in boardrooms worldwide. With a surprising 70% reduction in workplace injuries in companies that prioritize safety, one can't help but

How Can We Prevent Workplace Tragedies in Mines?
Regulatory & Compliance How Can We Prevent Workplace Tragedies in Mines?

Lisa Kadosa's relentless pursuit of improved mining safety standards sprang from the devastating event that claimed her father, Robert "Sea Wolf" Nesbitt, at the Stobie Mine in Sudbury. This poignant story stems from a personal tragedy, offering a raw glimpse into the aftermath of a

WSIB Funds $6.78M Initiative for Safer Ontario Workplaces
Regulatory & Compliance WSIB Funds $6.78M Initiative for Safer Ontario Workplaces

In a groundbreaking partnership aimed at improving worker safety in Ontario's natural resources sectors, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB), alongside Workplace Safety North (WSN) and the Institute for Work and Health (IWH), has unveiled a crucial $6.78 million initiative. This

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