From the writers and editors of Safety Health magazine, a publication of the National Safety Council
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Most health care workers say they fear for their safety on the job. And many believe their employers aren’t prioritizing security.
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The Mine Safety and Health Administration “may be insufficiently prepared to handle multiple simultaneous mine emergencies” or a larger disaster.
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New research suggests cellphone use isn’t just a low-speed habit. It’s also happening in free-flowing traffic – often alongside speeding.
Find out what the data reveals and why it matters for every drive.
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OSHA is facing a $52.4 million budget cut.
The House Appropriations Committee has approved a bill that would reduce the agency’s funding by more than 8% in fiscal year 2027. The proposal now moves to the full House, with the Senate still to weigh in.
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In the trucking industry, over‑the‑road driving gets most of the attention – but many incidents happen off the road.
Tomorrow's free webinar focuses on how video can help address close‑quarter risks in yards and terminals.
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Nevada OSHA has published new guidance on its heat illness prevention rule.
The materials are intended to help employers understand requirements and protect workers from heat‑related hazards.
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The Chemical Safety Board calls EPA’s proposed chemical safety revisions “a significant step backward.”
The changes would affect Risk Management Program requirements for chemical facilities, including how hazards are evaluated and managed.
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OSHA is moving forward with more than 20 regulatory changes. The proposals are part of a broader deregulatory effort.
Public hearings on the proposals are scheduled to begin in August.
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Safety innovators: What would you do with $1 million? The Zero Electrocution Challenge is seeking solutions to eliminate on‑the‑job electrocutions – and has extended its submission deadlines.
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Close‑quarter incidents in trucking often go unseen.
Most safety programs focus on over‑the‑road driving, but many incidents happen in yards and terminals. Our next free webinar explores how video helps close that gap.
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“Competent,” “qualified” and similar terms aren’t interchangeable in safety. Here’s a closer look at what they mean – and why the differences matter on the job.
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Tow truck drivers face serious roadside hazards, a new safety alert warns. The guidance highlights common risks and steps to help prevent injuries and fatalities.
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A fatal blast in 2024 is still shaping safety conversations today.
The Chemical Safety Board’s final report renews attention on equipment limitations – and what can happen when those limits aren’t fully understood.
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Think your boss is toxic? You’re not alone.
A new survey finds most workers believe they report to a toxic manager – highlighting how leadership behavior can directly shape safety, trust and retention.
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What happens when federal safety enforcement pulls back?
The next free S H webinar looks at how employers can respond when OSHA enforcement steps back, including what still applies, what may shift and where responsibility ultimately sits.
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The EPA and its administrator are being sued over a missed asbestos deadline.
A coalition of organizations says the agency failed to follow through on a legal requirement – and is now taking action.
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Vermont just became the first U.S. state to ban paraquat. The decision could reshape how one of agriculture’s most widely used – and controversial – herbicides is regulated nationwide.
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We’re kicking off #NationalSafetyMonth by focusing on the people behind the work.
In our latest My Story, Angel Jimenez shares how he got into safety – and the experiences that have shaped his perspective along the way.
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A quick scroll at a stoplight. Voice-to-text to “stay safer.” Hands-free so it’s “legal.” These assumptions are everywhere – and they’re mostly wrong.
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The U.S. Department of Transportation has clarified that medical marijuana remains prohibited for safety-sensitive workers – including truck drivers, pilots and other regulated roles.
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