workplace safety
May 8, 2025
OSHA Extends Outdoor and Indoor Heat-related Hazards National Emphasis Program
OSHA issued a notice in January that it would extend the effective date of its Outdoor and Indoor Heat-related Hazards National Emphasis Program (NEP) until April 8, 2026. Originally, this NEP was set to expire on April 8, 2025. OSHA states its review of this NEP shows success in identifying and targeting industries with employee...
April 29, 2025
National Safety Stand-down to Prevent Falls in Construction Set for May 5-9, 2025
OSHA and several key partners are teaming up to host a National Safety Stand-down to Prevent Falls in Construction. This event is scheduled for May 5-9, 2025, across the country and aims to raise awareness of fall hazards. Its efforts seek to stop fall fatalities and injuries. What Is a Safety Stand-down? A safety stand-down...
April 21, 2025
National Work Zone Awareness Week: A Critical Reminder for the Construction Industry
Each April, the nation observes National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW)—a time to recognize the critical importance of safety for roadway workers and motorists alike. For professionals in the construction industry, this week serves as both a solemn reminder and a call to action: work zones save lives when managed correctly, but they can also be high-risk...
March 20, 2025
4 Reasons to Provide Employees with Ergonomic Furniture
Creating a workplace where employees feel valued and supported goes beyond offering competitive salaries and benefits. The right furniture can enhance comfort and have far-reaching impacts on safety, efficiency, and overall employee satisfaction. If you want to build a workspace that promotes well-being and success, consider these reasons to provide your employees with ergonomic furniture....
January 28, 2025
Earthquake Awareness Month
February is Earthquake Awareness Month. It is a good time to make sure your property is protected against the impact of earthquakes. Even though earthquakes are seen as more common on the West Coast, earthquakes have occurred in 39 states. Consider implementing the following safety measures to protect your property from the impacts of an...
December 30, 2024
Workplace Fatalities Down 3.7%, According to BLS
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) recently released its 2023 national census of fatal occupational injuries. The census, which represents the most recent figures, discusses key findings related to fatal occupational injuries in 2023. As a whole, fatal injuries were down 3.7% in 2023 compared to 2022, which saw 5,486 fatal injuries. There were...
December 17, 2024
Key Drivers of 2025 Health Care Cost Increases
Health care costs in the United States are likely to increase by 7%-8% in 2025, marking multiple years of compounding costs. As 2025 begins, many employers remain curious about what is driving these increases. Here are key factors that will impact rising health care costs: GLP-1 Drugs Although initially approved as Type 2 diabetes treatments,...
December 10, 2024
FMCSA Announces Changes to Its Crash Preventability Determination Program
On Dec. 4, 2024, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) published a notice that announced changes to its Crash Preventability Determination Program (CPDP), responded to comments and outlined the steps for implementation. The FMCSA decided to change the list of existing crash types to those proposed in the April 13, 2023, notice to encompass...
November 27, 2024
Strategies for Maintaining Safety Standards Amid a Labor Shortage
The construction industry faces a critical labor shortage, with over three-quarters of contractors struggling to fill open positions. Approximately 80 percent of these contractors cite the lack of skilled, experienced workers as a significant safety and health risk to their employees. The sector’s safety challenges are underscored by government data identifying construction as the industry with...