While some lawmakers in Washington are harping on OSHA for creating too many regulations, a recent report says during the last ten years, there have been fewer new regulations produced by the agency than in any other period in its history.

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Tags: diacetyl, OSHA Inaction, Public Citizen, silica, small business, too many new regulations

A lot of debate will occur between this week’s announcement of President Obama’s proposed budget, including funding for OSHA, and the start of the new federal fiscal year on Oct. 1. Forget about that debate for now. Instead, take a look at what OSHA plans to do with its funding, especially if you own a small business.

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Tags: enforcement, inspections, OSHA budget, severe violators, small business

A small business with just 50 employees will have to pay a hefty OSHA fine for repeat violations after a recent re-inspection.

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Tags: inspection, OSHA fine, repeat violations, small business

Safety News Alert sends our official kudos to San Diego entrepreneur Sarah Lavely for using proper personal protective equipment (PPE) at her small business.

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Tags: PPE, small business, stress