Worker slices neck in trenching fatality
A worker in New Richmond, WI, was killed in a trenching accident, but not because of a cave-in.
Construction
Company fined for weak scaffolding in fatality
When OSHA inspects scaffolding, it’s not enough to have erected it properly. The agency also looks at the integrity of the component parts.
Morris Materials Handling conducts extensive crane inspections
For Immediate Release Morris Material Handling, Inc., Conducts Extensive Portal Crane Inspections OAKCREEK, WI (March 25, 2009)-Morris Material Handling, Inc., the original equipment manufacturer of P&H® cranes, hoists, and replacement parts, offers on-site portal crane inspections as a crucial, proactive step in portal crane care. The Portal Crane Inspection Program from Morris Material Handling promotes […]
Company inspected by OSHA 16 times, cited for 100+ violations
As a safety pro, you’ve probably heard this claim: Once you get on OSHA’s inspection list, it’s tough to get off of it. A Midwest company can attest to that.
Work on pending OSHA regulations halted
There will be a slight delay before the Obama administration issues a slew of new OSHA regulations.
Fatal fall leaves company with big OSHA fine
OSHA says it’s not enough for companies to develop fall protection plans — they have to enforce them, too.
OSHA issues more willful and repeat violations in ’08 than in ’07
Recent statistics show OSHA continues to focus its inspections on specific problems, rather than conduct them randomly.
OSHA’s top 10 violations and fines for 2008
Sure, OSHA has been more “business-friendly” in the last eight years. But it hasn’t been a paper tiger. New statistics on the agency’s citations and penalties for fiscal year 2008 show just the opposite. And with a new administration in January, OSHA is set to issue even more fines.
Crane operator killed by flying bolt
From our Bizarre Accidents file: A man operating a crane was killed instantly when he was struck in the head by a flying bolt.
