An investigation by iWatchNews.org shows a number of employee deaths at “model workplaces” within OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) haven’t been recorded in the agency’s database that monitors the program. And the facilities remain in VPP today. [Read more…] about Facilities with fatalities remain in OSHA’s VPP program
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Court upholds $10M slip-and-fall verdict against Wal-Mart
Retail giant Wal-Mart appears to be out $10 million in connection with a serious injury suffered by a truck driver who was making a delivery to one of the chain’s stores in northern Colorado. [Read more…] about Court upholds $10M slip-and-fall verdict against Wal-Mart
Worker crushed to death in compactor; $73K OSHA fine
OSHA has fined a Rochester, NY, recycling company in connection with the June death of an employee inside a compactor. [Read more…] about Worker crushed to death in compactor; $73K OSHA fine
Top 10 most frequently cited OSHA violations
What are OSHA inspectors targeting now? The agency has released its top 10 violations for fiscal year 2011.
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Fact or myth: For a better nap, avoid caffeine
The only thing that will truly help an employee who is feeling drowsy at work is to take a nap. But will workers be able to get enough rest during a nap if they’ve been consuming caffeine? [Read more…] about Fact or myth: For a better nap, avoid caffeine
6 workers dead following grain elevator explosion
Several OSHA investigators have been interviewing plant workers to find out what caused a grain elevator in Atchison, KS, to explode. The explosion killed six workers. [Read more…] about 6 workers dead following grain elevator explosion
Failed to protect workers from dust and noise: $758K fine
Even without a combustible dust standard, OSHA can fine companies for failing to provide appropriate fire and explosion protection from combustible dust. [Read more…] about Failed to protect workers from dust and noise: $758K fine
New OSHA hazcomm reg to arrive in less than a year
The head of OSHA says the agency’s new hazard communication standard may be finalized in the early part of 2012. [Read more…] about New OSHA hazcomm reg to arrive in less than a year
Bloomberg: Obama wrote fewer rules than Bush
Some business leaders claim the reason the U.S. economy has been floundering is because of the number of new regulations imposed by the Obama administration. Bloomberg News has conducted an analysis of new regulations enacted by the last several presidents. The results may surprise some people. [Read more…] about Bloomberg: Obama wrote fewer rules than Bush
When zombie actors are injured, how can you tell?
Know anyone dressing up as a zombie for Halloween? You might want to pass along this story. [Read more…] about When zombie actors are injured, how can you tell?