Here’s proof that tragic workplace accidents can happen anywhere: An explosion at a refinery that was the recipient of several OSHA STAR awards has claimed the life of a worker.

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Tags: explosion, OSHA VPP, Valero

A government report critical of the Voluntary Protection Program was expected by many. OSHA’s response to the report is even more interesting.

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Tags: Government Accountability Office, Jordan Barab, OSHA enforcement, OSHA VPP, Voluntary Protection Program