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“Backover” Incident Prevention – Part 1 – OSHA’s #Mirrorcheck Initiative

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that each year nearly 70 to 75 workers are killed on the job by “backover” incidents—accidents that

OSHA & NUCA Trench Safety Stand-Down: June 15 – 19, 2026

Since 2016, OSHA has partnered with the National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) to sponsor an annual Trench Safety Stand-Down. The goal is to

Violence in the Workplace

OSHA has identified violence in the workplace as a significant occupational hazard, and it is actively considering a specific standard focused on the

Lightning Safety for Outdoor Work: A Simple Plan for Workers and Employers

Why lightning is a worksite hazard—even when it’s not raining If your job takes you outdoors—even part of the day—lightning is a real

OSHA’S Annual National Safety Stand-Down for Fall Prevention

It’s simple—injuries and fatalities from falls while on the job are preventable! Falls from elevations remains the leading cause of death for construction

The HSO and SSHO – Enforcing Safety on Construction Sites

Many government agencies designate an independent Safety Professional, with specific experience and training, to oversee health and safety on construction sites under their

Extended Deadlines for OSHA’s Updated Hazard Communication Standard

The final Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) was published May 20, 2024, and became effective July 19, 2024, to align the standard with the

NYC DEP Updated Noise Monitoring Ruling Takes Effect April 21, 2026

After-hours construction is one of the most frequently sited reasons for noise nuisance impacting a population’s quality of life. Due to a continued

EPA’s Deadline for Methylene Chloride Usage

Methylene Chloride, commonly known as dichloromethane (DCM), has had many uses in industrial, commercial, and research including chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing, metal degreasing,

OSHA Celebrates 50 Years of its On-Site Consultation Program (1975 – 2025)

Since its inception in 1975, OSHA’s On-Site Consultation Program has assisted small and midsize businesses in identifying and addressing workplace hazards at no