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OSHA Fines Texas Firm2012-05-18The federal government's safety agency recently fined Texas-based Western Extrusions for a number of different violations, resulting in a fine of $212,000.
OSHA Fines Pennsylvania Chocolate Maker2012-05-16Pennsylvania-based Bazzini Holdings was recently fined $56,400 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a worker suffered an amputation.
OSHA Fines NY Rite Aid2012-05-16The federal government's safety agency recently fined a New York retail store after it put workers in harm's way due to a lack of safety provisions.
OSHA Fines Kerry Ingredients and Flavours2012-05-11The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Wisconsin-based company after workplace safety issues were found on its worksite.
OSHA Fines Quality Stone Veneer2012-05-10The federal government's safety agency recently fined Pennsylvania-based Quality Stone Veneer $154,000 after it failed to give workers proper fall protection.
Texas Firm Fined by OSHA2012-05-09Texas-based Zamco was recently fined $45,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a February 9 inspection revealed a number of issues.
OSHA Comes to Terms With Massachusetts Chain2012-05-08The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently came to an agreement with a Massachusetts-based supermarket chain to improve safety conditions at its facilities.
OSHA Warns About Risks from Heat2012-05-08The federal government's safety agency recently announced a new program that seeks to reduce the total number of heat-related issues.
OSHA Fines Texas Manufacturer2012-05-07Texas-based Murphy Wall Products International was recently fined $90,090 after inspectors from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety discovered a number of violations at its Houston worksite.
OSHA Fines Nabors Drilling USA2012-05-07The federal government's safety agency recently fined Houston-based Nabors Drilling USA $152,100 because it exposed employees to risks of injury.
Trucking Company Forced to Reinstate Illegally Fired Worker2012-05-07Mark Alvis, owner of Mark Alvis Inc., and company dispatcher Jack Taylor were recently forced to reinstate a worker who had been fired, after the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration found they had violated portions of the Surface Transportation Assistance Act.
OSHA Fines Roofing Contractor2012-05-04The federal government's safety agency recently fined Florida-based White Star Roofing $62,400 after violations were found at its worksite.
OSHA Fines Rhode Island Contractor2012-05-03The federal government's safety agency recently fined Rhode Island-based Raymond J. Cawley Contracting $117,00 after trenching hazards were discovered at a worksite.
Georgia Company Fined by OSHA2012-05-03A Georgia-based metal fabricator was recently fined $54,600 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after exposing workers to a number of different hazards.
OSHA Fines Ohio Manufacturer2012-05-02The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration fined an Ohio-based manufacturer $101,000 after it exposed workers to a number of safety violations.
Company Fined Following Workplace Violence2012-05-01A Wisconsin-based company was recently fined $12,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after it failed to implement safeguards against workplace violence.
OSHA Fines Sorrento Lactalis $241,0002012-05-01The federal government's safety agency recently fined New York-based Sorrento Lactalis $241,000 after a number of different violations were found at its facility.
OSHA Fines New England Wood Pellet2012-04-30The federal government's safety agency recently fined New Hampshire-based New England Wood Pellet $147,000 after a fire occurred at its worksite.
OSHA Fines MVP Piping Under Emphasis Program2012-04-30A Georgia-based company was recently fined by the he U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after trenching violations occurred at a worksite.
Workplace Violence Discussed at Event2012-04-30In many industries, the threat of workplace violence continues to plague many, in some cases catching employers off guard if they are not properly prepared.
OSHA Fines Nance Carpet and Rug2012-04-27The federal government’s safety agency recently fined Georgia-based Nance Carpet and Rug $53,000 after an inspection revealed a number of safety hazards at its worksite.
OSHA Sees to Reduce Falls with New Initiative2012-04-26A new campaign from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration seeks to reduce the number of deadly falls in the construction industry, according to an announcement from Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis.
OSHA Fines Midwest BioFuel2012-04-25The federal government’s safety agency recently fined Wisconsin-based Midwest BioFuel after an inspection revealed that many hazards were present at its worksite.
OSHA Fines New Jersey Retailer2012-04-25A New Jersey-based store was recently fined $69,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after receiving a complaint from an employee.
OSHA Fines Ohio Firm2012-04-24The federal government's safety agency recently fined Ohio-based American Foods Group $47,000 after a number of different hazards were found at its site.
Connecticut Company Fined Following Death2012-04-23The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently cited a company in Connecticut for safety violations after a deadly fall at its worksite.
OSHA Forms Alliance with Groups2012-04-20The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that it had partnered with state and local governments and the Federal Highway Administration to raise awareness of construction hazards.
OSHA Fines Connecticut Company2012-04-20The federal government's safety agency recently fined Connecticut-based American Building $51,700 after a worker was killed while on the job.
OSHA Fines Escofab2012-04-20The federal government's safety agency recently fined Alabama-based Escofab $67,970 after it found 11 health and safety violations at the company's worksite.
OSHA Sends out Directive Grieving Families2012-04-19The U.S.Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that it had come out with a new directive for employees tasked with explaining situations to family members of workplace tragedy victims.
OSHA Fines Louisiana-based Companies2012-04-19The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined two Louisiana-based companies after hazards were found at a worksite.
OSHA Files Suit Against Florida Company2012-04-18The federal government's safety agency recently announced that it had filed a lawsuit against LOTO Services and Allan R. Lochhead, its owner, after the firing of a worker.
Delta Signs Agreement with OSHA2012-04-17The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently signed an agreement with a major airline company to help ensure that tasks were completely safely.
OSHA to Host Construction Safety Conference2012-04-16The federal government's safety agency recently announced that a gathering of the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health (ACCSH) would be happening in the nation's capital from May 8 -11 to find ways to protect workers more effectively.
OSHA Reaches Agreement with Republic Steel2012-04-16In a recent settlement, an Ohio-based firm agreed to pay $235,000 and adhere to new rules put out by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
OSHA Seeks to Certify Educational Providers2012-04-13The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration said that it would be looking for businesses that wanted to become certified educational providers.
OSHA Fines Georgia Company2012-04-13The federal government’s safety agency recently announced that it had fined Georgia-based Don Park USA $81,180 because a total of 16 violations were discovered at its worksite.
OSHA Fines Alabama Farmer's Cooperative2012-04-11The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that it had fined a farming organization in Alabama $191,700 after 17 safety hazards were discovered.
OSHA Fines Ohio Firm For Worker Hazards2012-04-10The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined an Ohio-based company $67,400 after an inspection revealed a number of violations.
OSHA Fines American Showa $151,3002012-04-09The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined an Ohio-based firm after it failed to give workers proper protection while on the job.
OSHA Releases New Nursing Emphasis Program2012-04-09The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently stated it would be launching a new program to help protect the safety of those working in the residential care and nursing sector.
OSHA to Host Memorial Day Meeting2012-04-09The federal government's safety agency announced it would be hosting a Memorial Day ceremony in North Kansas City, Missouri, to honor those who have died while on the job.
OSHA Fines ACCI $45,1002012-04-06The federal government's safety agency recently announced that it had fined Pennsylvania-based ACCI - doing business as American Cap - $45,100 after an inspection revealed more than a dozen safety violations.
OSHA Gives Assistance to Tornado Victims2012-04-05The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that it would be giving assistance to recovery workers who were helping residents in the Dallas-Fort Worth region after tornadoes ravaged the area.
OSHA Fines BWAY Corporation2012-04-04The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Georgia-based company $71,000 after it found a series of violations at its facility.
OSHA Fines Maine Company2012-04-03The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Maine-based company after it violated a number of safety standards.
OSHA Says Firm Exposed Workers to Fall Hazards2012-04-03A Massachusetts-based framing contractor was recently fined $50,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration after fall hazards were discovered.
OSHA Fines Magnablend $45,0002012-04-02The federal government’s safety agency recently announced that it had fined Texas-based Magnablend $45,000 after a fire occurred at one of its facilities.
OSHA comes out with Directorate of Training and Education2012-04-02The federal government's safety agency recently announced that its Directorate of Training and Education had been reaccredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) as it seeks to prevent injuries.
OSHA Fines Technology and Products $118,0002012-03-30The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration fined a Texas company after it exposed workers to dangerously high levels of noise and other safety issues.
OSHA Fines Firm Following Electrocution2012-03-30The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Adminstration recently fined a telecommunications company in New York $140,700 after a worker was killed while on the job.
Mercer Wells Service Fined by OSHA2012-03-30Texas-based Mercer Wells Service was recently fined a total of $71,500 by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration in conjunction with its Oil and Gas Regional Emphasis Program.
OSHA Fines Bridgford Foods $118,0002012-03-30The federal government's safety agency recently fined a California-based firm $118,000 after discovering 22 safety and health violations.
OSHA Fines Heritage Industrial Finishing2012-03-30The federal government’s safety agency recently announced that it had fined Ohio-based Heritage Industrial Finishing for 26 safety and health violations after a worker complained about unsafe conditions.
OSHA Fines Jay-Em Aerospace $87,0002012-03-30The federal government’s safety agency recently fined Jay-Em Aerospace $87,000 after it failed to implement proper machine guarding on equipment at a worksite.
OSHA Fines Sanoh America2012-03-29The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that it had fined an Ohio-based auto parts manufacturer $83,000 after an inspection revealed several hazards.
OSHA Fines KD Acquisition Nearly $200,0002012-03-28The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Georgia-based poultry processor $187,100 for a number of different violations.
OSHA Fines Georgia Company $74,3752012-03-23The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Georgia-based grain company after a worker complained about unsafe working conditions.
OSHA Fines ServiceMaster Clean $98,0002012-03-22An Ohio-based janitorial service was recently fined nearly $100,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after exposing employees to lead hazards and other risks.
OSHA Fines International Stone $47,6002012-03-22The federal government's safety agency recently fined Massachusetts-based International Stone $47,600 after a worker complained about unsafe working conditions.
OSHA Changes Hazard Communication Standard2012-03-21The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently made changes to its Hazard Communication Standard, in an effort to better ensure the safety of workers.
OSHA Fines Olde Atlanta Recycling2012-03-19The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has fined a Georgia-based firm $69,200 after a worker complained of unsafe working conditions.
OSHA fines IFCO Systems North America2012-03-16The federal government’s safety agency recently fined Texas-based IFCO Systems North America for a total of $163,900 afteran inspection revealed 10 serious, six other-than-serious and three repeat violations.
OSHA Fines Agro Farma2012-03-16The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a New York yogurt manufacturer$178,000 after a number of safety hazards were discovered at its worksite.
OSHA Fines Newark Retailer2012-03-15The federal government’s safety agency recently fined a retail store in New Jersey nearly a quarter million dollars after a worker complained about unsafe working conditions.
OSHA fines Ohio company2012-03-13The federal government’s safety agency recently fined Ohio-based G & J Enterprises $49,200 after an employee was injured on the job.
OSHA Fines Georgia Firm2012-03-12The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Georgia-based construction firm for placing workers at risk of getting injured on the job.
OSHA Releases Tornado Safety Guidelines2012-03-12The federal government’s safety agency recently called on those involved in tornado cleanup in parts of the Midwest and South to use caution, after many areas were devastated by the natural disaster.
OSHA Fines Berridge Manufacturing2012-03-09The federal government's safety agency recently fined San Antonio-based Berridge Manufacturing $131,670 after workers were put at risk of injury while on the job.
OSHA Fines Cleveland Company2012-03-09Falls Stamping and Welding was fined $124,740 for 19 violations by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after the agency received a complaint from a worker.
OSHA Fines Texas Steel Firm2012-03-08While some charities have struggled in recent years due to the economic downturn, many saw the amount of donations increase in 2011.
OSHA Fines New Hampshire Plant2012-03-07The federal government's safety agency recently fined Pennsylvania-based Westinghouse Electric $82,000 after inspectors found the company was not following safety standards.
OSHA Fines New Hampshire Plant2012-03-06The federal government's safety agency recently fined Pennsylvania-based Westinghouse Electric $82,000 after inspectors found the company was not following safety standards.
Ohio Company Fined by OSHA2012-03-06An Ohio-based company was recently fined $174,600 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration following an inspection.
OSHA Renews Agreement with Pennsylvania Group2012-03-05A major trade group in Pennsylvania recently established terms with the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration that renew a previously agreed upon partnership.
OSHA Fines Drilling Company $79,8052012-02-29The federal government's safety agency recently fined Texas-based Trinidad Drilling $79,805 after it exposed employees a series of different hazards.
OSHA Fines San Antonio Lath and Plaster2012-02-29San Antonio Lath and Plaster is at the center of a complaint from the U.S. attorney's office in San Antonio, which filed a case with the Western District of Texas in the hopes finally collecting a sizable fine from the firm.
OSHA Fines Wisconsin Manufacturer2012-02-29The federal government's safety agency recently fined Wisconsin-based Yaskawa America following the injury of an employee.
OSHA Fines Fritz Aluminum Services2012-02-29The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Florida-based company $139,800 after dozens of violations were discovered at its worksite.
City Leaders Learn About Workplace Violence2012-02-29At a recent meeting, a workplace violence expert taught the leadership of one Colorado community about ways to cut down on dangerous situations in professional environments.
OSHA Fines Bridgford Foods2012-02-29A California-based firm was recently fined $174,500 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a number of violations were discovered at its Dallas facilities.
OSHA Fines Miniature Precision Components2012-02-28The federal government's safety agency recently fined Wisconsin-based Miniature Precision Components $55,000 for exposing its employees to unsafe working conditions.
OSHA Fines Chemical Company2012-02-28The federal government's safety agency recently cited New Jersey-based Kuehne Chemical for a number of different violations that took place at one of its facilities.
OSHA Fines Firm After Amputation2012-02-24The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Texas-based company $57,200 after two workers' fingers were sliced off while they were on the job.
OSHA Fines Texas Drilling Company2012-02-24The federal government's safety agency recently fined Texas-based Precision Drilling $69,300 after an inspection revealed two repeat and two serious violations.
Firm Fined Following Fire2012-02-23The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration fined a Wisconsin-based firm $72,000 after a fire occured at its worksite.
Fresh From Texas Fined $40,500 by OSHA2012-02-22The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently cited a Texas-based firm after it put workers at risk of death or injury.
OSHA Fines Florida company2012-02-21The federal government's safety agency recently fined Florida-based List Industries $56,000 after amputation hazards were discovered at its facility.
OSHA fines Clara Construction $46,2002012-02-17A New Jersey-based company was fined for one repeat and several serious violations after an inspection by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
OSHA Fines Georgia Company2012-02-14Georgia-based Beasley Forest Products was recently fined $78,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration aftera number of different violations were discovered.
Truck Driver to Get Job Back2012-02-14A truck driver will be reinstated by his former employer after he was illegally fired for raising concerns about safety while on the job.
OSHA Fines Pacific Stevedoring Services2012-02-13The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that it had fined an American Samoa-based firm after workers died while on the job.
OSHA Fines Texas Company2012-02-13The federal government's safety agency recently fined Texas-based Vann Energy Services for 17 serious violations after a worker complained.
Wisconsin Firm Fined $57,6002012-02-10A Wisconsin-based company was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after exposing employees to dust hazards and other issues.
Firm Fined Following Finger Fiasco2012-02-09The federal government's safety agency recently came down hard on Michigan-based International Automotive after an employee was hurt while using a crane.
New York Store Fined by OSHA2012-02-08A store in New York recently got in hot water from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after an employee filed a complaint and an inspection was performed.
OSHA Fines Florida Firm2012-02-08The federal government's safety agency recently made headlines after it fined Florida-based Bennett Electrical Services following an employee's serious injury.
Workplace Violence Remains a Major Threat2012-02-07According to many workplace violence experts, guns are causing major problems when it comes to keeping a place of employment free of dangerous situations.
OSHA Fines Zaloudek Grain2012-02-06The federal government's safety agency recently came down hard on Oklahoma-based Zaloudek Grain after two workers' legs were amputated while on the job.
Ohio Company Fined by OSHA2012-02-03The federal government's safety agency recently fined a steel and concrete erector in Ohio $50,820.
Bus crash occurs in Illinois2012-02-02According to students involved in a recent bus accident, the driver of the vehicle had fallen asleep just before the collision.
OSHA Fines Massachusetts Roofer2012-02-01The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Massachusetts-based roofing company $42,000 after it exposed workers to fall hazards while on the job.
Workplace Violence on the Decline2012-01-31According to one recent report, the total number of workplace violence incidents has been going down in recent years, with fewer people losing their lives while on the job.
OSHA fines MTE $55,3742012-01-31The federal government's safety agency fined Tennessee-based MTE Contracting $55,374 after hazards were discovered at its worksite.
Worker Suffers Amputation, Employer Fined2012-01-31The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined an Ohio-based firm after a worker suffered an amputation on the job.
OSHA Fines Scranton Dunlop $58,8002012-01-31The federal government's safety agency recently fined Pennsylvania-based Scranton Dunlop, doing business as Sandone Tire, $58,800 after it put workers at risk for a number of different injuries.
Attorney Arrested for Threats2012-01-31An attorney in California was recently arrested after threatening her superior with possible workplace violence.
Security Expert Works to Prevent Violence2012-01-31Preventing a violent situation from taking place is one of the most important things that any employer can do. But it can often be difficult to know exactly how to stop an event from escalating out of control.
OSHA Fines Morgan Corporation $93,0002012-01-27The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration fined a Georgia-based company after it failed to meet the standards of a Site-Specific inspection.
OSHA Fines Loveland Products2012-01-25The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Nebraska-based company after it failed to handle chemicals correctly.
OSHA Fines Illinois Firm For Grain Bin Dangers2012-01-25The federal government's safety agency recently cited an Illinois-based firm under its local emphasis program for the grain industry after violations were discovered at a Wisconsin facility.
Employer Fined for Poor Worker Housing2012-01-24A Colorado-based cantaloupe grower was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division after it failed to give workers access to safe housing.
OSHA Fines Wisconsin Company2012-01-23A turkey processor in Wisconsin recently received a sizable fine from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a worker sustained a serious injury.
OSHA Fines Wisconsin Manufacturer2012-01-19A Wisconsin-based manufacturer is in hot water with the federal government's safety agency following an injury at its worksite.
OSHA Files Case with Commission2012-01-19The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently filed a complaint to force a Massachusetts-based grocery store chain to comply with safety regulations. The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently filed a complaint to force a Massachusetts-based grocery store chain to comply with safety regulations.
Michigan Shipyard Fined by OSHA2012-01-18The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Michigan shipyard as part of a follow-up inspection from a 2008 incident, when a worker's arm was amputated.
KD Acquisitions Fined by OSHA2012-01-18The federal government's safety agency recently fined a Georgia-based poultry processor after a number of different hazards were discovered at its facility.
North Carolina Gunmen Kills Three2012-01-17During a recent instance of horrific workplace violence, three people in North Carolina were killed and two others injured when a disgruntled worker opened fire with a shotgun.
Massey Fined $10.8 million by MSHA2012-01-16More than a year after a mine explosion took the lives of 29 workers, the employer - Massey Energy- came to a settlement with the U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration for millions.
OSHA Fines American Marazzi2012-01-13The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently handed out a major fine to a Texas-based company after a number of hazards were found at the plant.
OSHA Fines San Antonio Company for Dust Hazards2012-01-12The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Texas-based firm $45,000 after employees were put at risk of exposure to combustible dust and additional hazards.
OSHA fines uniform company more than $100,0002012-01-11According to the Burlington County Times, a Palmyra Pennsylvania-based linen and uniform supply company has been fined $126,875 by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, which cited 48 health and safety violations.
OSHA Fines Maine Facility2012-01-10The federal government's safety agency recently fined a Maine-based business after exposing employees to unsafe working conditions.
OSHA Fines McHugh Excavating and Plumbing2012-01-09The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Wisconsin-based plumbing company $64,450 after it put employees at risk of injuries from cave-ins and other hazards.
OSHA Fines New York Manufacturer2012-01-09The federal government's safety agency recently fined a New York manufacturer nearly $100,000 after it put workers at risk of injury or death.
OSHA Fines New York Store2012-01-05New York-based Conway Stores was recently fined $90,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after it improperly locked emergency exits and committed other violations.
School bus safety rules highlighted in Maryland2012-01-04Motorists in Maryland will soon be under additional pressure to stop for school buses when they are dropping off children, according to a recently released statement from one police department.
OSHA Fines Grain Facility2012-01-03The federal government's safety agency recently fined a North Dakota-based company after more than a dozen violations were discovered at its facility.
OSHA Reaches Settlement with Illinois Firm2011-12-30The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that it had reached a settlement with an Illinois-based grain bin company after it violated the rights of two underage workers, both of whom died while on the job.
OSHA Cites Illinois Firm for Safety Violations2011-12-30Illinois-based Central Transport International was fined $164,800 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after an inspection revealed that workers had not been protected from hazards.
OSHA Fines Contractor for Fall Hazards2011-12-30The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recentlycame down hard on a Texas-based contractor after it failed to provide fall protection to workers.
OSHA Fines Acme Machell $77,6002011-12-30The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently cited a Wisconsin-based company for 22 safety and health violations and fined it $77,600 after hazards were discovered.
OSHA Fines New Jersey Firm2011-12-29The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently came down hard on a New Jersey firm after a number of safety hazards were discovered at its worksite.
OSHA Fines California Tree Contractor2011-12-29The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently cited a California-based company after a worker was killed at an Idaho worksite.
OSHA Fines Texas Company More Than $1 million2011-12-29The federal government's safety agency recently came down hard on Texas-based Piping Technology and Products after inspectors found more than two dozen safety and health violations at its worksite.
OSHA Fines Ohio Manufacturer2011-12-28The federal government's safety agency recently fined an Ohio-based manufacturer after it neglected safety standards at its facility.
OSHA Fines Texas Contractor2011-12-27The federal government's safety agency recently fined Texas-based Granbury Contracting and Utilities $118,580 because an employee was killed while on the job.
OSHA Fines Houston Company2011-12-27After a worker complaint at its facility led to an investigation, Houston-based Petag Corporation was fined nearly $150,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
OSHA Settles Case With Massachusetts Construction Firm2011-12-23A Massachusetts-based contractor recently came to an agreement with the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a number of different hazards were found during an inspection.
OSHA Fines Cleveland Company $95,2002011-12-22Cleveland-based Heat Seal was recently fined $95,200 by the federal government's safety agency after it failed to install machine guarding and committed many other safety and health violations.
Contractors Fined For Putting Workers at Risk2011-12-22Five contractors performing a construction job in Queens, New York, were recently hit with major penalties by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a number of hazards were discovered at its worksite.
OSHA Fines Nebraska Firm For Illegal Firing2011-12-21The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently cited a transit company in Nebraska after it fired an employee who drew attention to safety concerns.
New Jersey Firm Fined by OSHA2011-12-21A New Jersey-based masonry contractor was recently fined $110,220 after inspectors from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration found a number of different hazards at its worksite.
OSHA Signs Agreement with Puerto Rican Union2011-12-20The federal government's safety agency recently came to an agreement with the International Longshoreman's Association Union de Trabajadores de Muelles - ILA UTM Local 1740 to make conditions safer for workers in Puerto Rico.
Bus Driver Honored for Saving School Children2011-12-20An alert school bus driver in Tennessee was recently honored by his school district after his skills likely saved the lives of dozens of students during a foggy trip to school.
PPG Industries Fined by OSHA2011-12-19The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently cited a Pittsburgh-based firm for not operating machines in a properway.
Ohio Company Fined After Injury2011-12-16The federal government's safety agency recently fined Ohio-based Lange Grinding $54,600 because an employee was hurt at its worksite.
Firm Fined For Violations2011-12-15The federal government's safety agency recently fined Connecticut-based G.A. Denison and Sons for $110,000 after an inspection revealed 14 serious and willful violations at its worksite.
Company Given Award For High Safety Standards2011-12-15A Pennsylvania-based firm was recently given a major award from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for its exemplary safety practices.
Hutchinson Stucco Fined For Safety Violations2011-12-13Georgia-based Hutchinson Stucco was recently fined $62,200 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a number of different violations were found during an inspection.
OSHA Fines Contractor2011-12-13The federal government's safety agency fined D.R. Moore Company a total of $58,400 after fall hazards were found at its worksite in Elmsford, New York.
Milwaukee Firm Fined by OSHA2011-12-13The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently came down hard on a Milwaukee-based meat company after an inspection found a series of violations.
OSHA Fines Colorado Blue Ribbon Foods2011-12-12The federal government's safety agency recently fined Denver-based McKeefe Ventures, doing business as Colorado Blue Ribbon Foods, $116,160 for 28 safety violations.
Safety Agency Puts Pressure on Salon Owners2011-12-09The federal government's safety agency recently announced that it would be continuing to step up efforts to ensure workplace violations don't exist at salons around the country.
OSHA Files Case On Behalf of Fired Whistleblower2011-12-08A lawsuit has been filed against Angels With Paws by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, alleging the company illegally fired a whistleblower.
United Contracting Fined $149,200 by OSHA2011-12-08The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Wisconsin-based firm after it put workers in danger by not protecting them from fall hazards and other violations.
OSHA Fines Roofing Company2011-12-07The federal government's safety agency recently fined a Connecticut-based roofer for failing to protect workers against fall hazards.
OSHA Sues Whole Foods Market2011-12-07Whole Foods Market is being sued by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety Administration for illegally firing an employee who complained about safety hazards.
OSHA Fines Georgia Steel Company2011-12-06The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Georgia-based steel firm $185,000 after fall hazards were discovered at a worksite.
C.O. Grain Fined by OSHA2011-12-06A Nebraska-based grain company was recently fined by the federal government's safety agency after it was revealed that employees had been exposed to a number of different safety issues discovered at its facility.
OSHA Names Winners of Photo Contest2011-12-05The federal government's safety agency recently announced the winners of a publicity contest to show the public the value of safety in the workplace.
Workplace Violence a Global Issue2011-12-05All over the world, the threat of workplace violence looms large, especially for employers that don't create plans to combat it. In some cases, domestic disputes can end up affecting a person's professional life.
Rhode Island Shipyard Faces Penalties2011-12-02A shipyard in Rhode Island was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for ignoring safety standards.
OSHA Fines Ohio Firm Following Injury of Minor2011-12-02The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined an Ohio-based company $30,350 it was discovered that an underaged worker had been injured on the job.
OSHA Fines Meat-Packing Plant2011-12-01The federal government's safety agency recently fined an Oklahoma-based meat packing firm after employees at its worksite were exposed to fall hazards and other dangerous conditions.
OSHA Revises Tire Safety Rules2011-11-30The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently laid out a revision to its safety standards when it comes to handling large tires.
RockTenn Taken to Court by OSHA2011-11-30Florida-based RockTenn was recently sued by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after allegedly violating the whistleblower provisions of Section 11(c) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act.
OSHA Fines Pennsylvania Company2011-11-30The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration fined a Pennsylvania-based manufacturer after a number of violations were found.
Illinois Construction Firm Fined by OSHA2011-11-30Illinois-based Igor Jerema Construction was fined $50,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for violations discovered after a worker on a home-improvement project was killed.
OSHA Fines Briggs and Stratton in New York2011-11-30The federal government's safety agency recently handed out a major penalty to a New York-based firm after it uncovered a number of electrical, fall and mechanical hazards at its worksite.
OSHA to Host Meeting of Construction Industry2011-11-30The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that it would be hosting a gathering in the nation's capital to get feedback from the construction industry on its standards.
OSHA Phone App Gets Mixed Reviews2011-11-30In recent years, the federal government has been trying to leverage the latest in technology to keep workplaces better informed of safety procedures while on the job.
Workers Exposed to Hazards in Wisconsin2011-11-30Northern Steel Castings, based in Wisconsin, was fined $95,480 after inspectors from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration found a number of respiratory hazards at its work site.
OSHA Fines Ohio Firm For Changing Log2011-11-29An Ohio-based firm was recently fined $90,760 after inspectors from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration found the company had altered injury records.
Wisconsin Contractor Fined For Violations2011-11-29The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently cited a Wisconsin-based contractor after 43 safety and health violations were found at its facilty.
New York Firm Fined by OSHA2011-11-29A New York-based firearms manufacturer was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after electrical chemical and mechanical hazards were found at its worksite.
Supply Plus NJ Fined $126,000 by OSHA2011-11-29The federal government's safety agency recently fined New Jersey-based Supply Plus NJ $126,000 after one willful, two other-than-serious and 25 serious violations were discovered at the plant.
OSHA fines Illinois Company for Hazards2011-11-23The federal government's safety agency recently fined an Illinois-based construction firm $144,100 after it failed to protect workers from fall hazards while performing tasks.
Illinois Company Fined by OSHA2011-11-22Electronic Plating in Illinois was recently fined $151,400 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after employees were seen working without proper protection from hazards.
OSHA Files Suit Against Colorado Clinic2011-11-22The federal government's safety agency recently took a medical clinic and the man running it to court after he allegedly fired a worker for filing a safety complaint.
OSHA Fines Texas Company $130,2002011-11-18The federal government's safety agency recently fined a Texas-based company after a worker was killed while repairing an oil rig.
OSHA Fines Loos and Company $177,0002011-11-17The federal government's safety agency recently fined a Connecticut-based company more than $175,000 for a number of violations discovered at its worksite.
OSHA Fines Cleveland Company2011-11-16Cleveland-based Legend Tube and Metal Sales was recently fined $157,200 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after inspectors found 21 safety violations at its worksite.
OSHA Fines Ohio Firm For Fall Hazards2011-11-11The federal government’s safety agency recently came down hard on a contractor in Ohio after it failed to protect workers from injuries and death.
Preventing Workplace Violence Following a Termination2011-11-11Telling someone that they’re being let go by a company is never an easy task for supervisors to undertake. Often there will be outrage, followed by sadness and regret. However, in cases where a hostile environment exists, laid-off workers will return later, this time armed.
Chemical Release Results in OSHA Fine2011-11-09The federal government's safety agency recently fined an Illinois chemical facility after a dangerous substance was released at its worksite.
Shipyard Workers Exposed to Hazards2011-11-09The federal government's safety agency recently fined a Texas-based company $150,700 after a number of different safety hazards were discovered.
OSHA Fines Florida Contractor2011-11-09The federal government's safety agency fined a Florida-based contractor after a worker was electrocuted while at a worksite.
Chicago Company Fined by OSHA for Asbestos2011-11-08The federal government’s safety agency fined T2 G.C., which operates both Gramek Construction and T2 Construction, after dozens of violations were discovered at multiple worksites.
OSHA Fines New York Firm2011-11-08The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a New York-based facility after a worker lost his life while on the job.
American Phoenix Fined $51,4802011-11-07Wisconsin-based American Phoenix was fined $51,480 by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration after 12 safety and health violations were discovered at its plant.
OSHA Fines West Virginia Company2011-11-07The federal government’s safety agency recently fined a West Virgina-based firm $61,200 after an investigation revealed a number of different hazards at its worksite.
Firm Fined More Than $126,5002011-11-07The federal government’s safety agency recently handed out fines to Nebraska-based Cooperative Producers following an inspection under its local emphasis targeting program.
Pet Food Manufacturer Fined For 23 Violations2011-11-04An Illinois pet food manufacturer was recently cited by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after exposing employees to a number of different hazards while on the job.
Wisconsin Firm Fined by OSHA2011-11-04A painting company in Wisconsin was recently fined $50,140 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after inspectors found safety hazards at one of its worksites.
OSHA Fines Gardner Equipment Company2011-11-03A Wisconsin-based employer was recently fined $125,900 after it was revealed that workers had not been given proper equipment while on the job.
OSHA Fines Construction Firm2011-11-02The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Massachusetts-based contractor after violations were discovered at its worksite in New Hampshire.
OSHA Fines Georgia Company2011-11-02The federal government's safety agency recently fined a chrome products company after a re-inspection revealed that the firm had not corrected previously cited violations.
OSHA Forms Partnership with Restaurant Organization2011-11-01The Restaurant Opportunities Centers United recently formed a partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration to reduce the total number of hazards in the industry.
Sen-Dure Products Fined $68,6002011-11-01The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Florida-based manufacturer after two dozen violations were discovered at its location.
OSHA Fines Illinois Firm $122,7602011-10-31The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined an Illinois-based firm $122,760 after it was found that workers have been exposed to a number of potentially dangerous hazards.
OSHA Fines Texas Refinery2011-10-31The federal government's safety agency recently fined a Texas-based drilling company following an inspection.
OSHA Fines Three Pennsylvania Department Stores2011-10-31Three department stores in Pennsylvania were recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration because they exposed workers to safety and health hazards.
OSHA Fines Texas Company2011-10-31The federal government's safety agency recently fined M-Power Chemicals LC in Texas after discovering a number of different hazards at its facility.
OSHA Fines Firm Following Fatal Fall2011-10-31The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Rhode Island-based contractor after an employee fell to his death while on the job.
Montana Company Fined by OSHA2011-10-31Montana-based Western Municipal Construction was fined $73,920 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after cave-in hazards were discovered at its worksite.
OSHA Fines Plastics Manufacturer2011-10-31The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently cited a plastics manufacturer in Kansas after a worker was crushed to death while on the job.
OSHA Scores Victory From Commission2011-10-28The U.S Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently scored a major victory, after the independent Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission upheld $137,200 in fines against Sand Cut Properties in Danbury, Connecticut.
Hazards Found at Georgia Plant2011-10-28The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Georgia-based plant after a several hazards were discovered at its worksite.
Central Transport Fined by OSHA2011-10-28The federal government's safety agency recently announced it had fined a Nebraska-based firm $114,000 after two repeat safety violations at its plant in Omaha.
OSHA fines New York Firm2011-10-27The federal government's safety agency fined Wegmans Food Market $195,200 after it discovered a number of safety issues at its Rochester, New York, plant.
OSHA Fines Boston Contractor2011-10-26A Massachusetts-based contractor was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after inspectors found trenching and other violations at its worksite.
OSHA Fines Grain Company2011-10-25The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Texas-based grain elevator operator after entrapment hazards were discovered at a worksite.
OSHA Fines Jiffy Lube Franchise2011-10-21The operator of a Jiffy Lube franchise in Illinois was fined $52,700 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after it failed to prevent fall and other hazards.
OSHA FinesNew Jersey Company2011-10-20A New Jersey-based firm was recently fined $125,300 after an inspection from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration revealed a number of different violations.
West Virginia Welding Company Fined by OSHA2011-10-20West Virginia-based Mollett Welding was recently cited for 25 violations by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration. It was fined a total of $59,4000 following an inspection.
Crane Violations Result In OSHA Fine2011-10-19The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently took an Ohio company to task after it allowed employees to be exposed to unsafe crane procedures.
OSHA Fines Montana-based Company2011-10-19The federal government's safety agency recently fined a Montana-based firm a total of $151,000, after a number of different safety violations were discovered.
OSHA Fines Company Following Death2011-10-17The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety andHealth Administration recently fined a contracting company doing work in New York after a worker was killed on the job.
New Jersey Company Fined2011-10-14New Brunswick Scientific Company was recently fined $122,000 after the federal government's safety agency discovered hazards in conjunction with its Site Specific Targeting Program.
OSHA Fines New Jersey Tree Company2011-10-13The federal government's safety agency recently took a New Jersey company to task for a number of different violations after a fatal injury occurred.
Dixon Ticonderoga Company Violated Safety Standards2011-10-12A plant in Macon, Georgia, recently came under fire following an inspection from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration after being contacted about possible violations.
OSHA Fines Texas Barge and Boat2011-10-12A Texas company was recently fined by the federal government’s safety agency after two workers were killed on the job.
Oil Refinery Fined $126,0002011-10-11An oil refinery in Louisiana was recently fined by the U.S Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after it exposed workers to a number of different safety hazards.
OSHA Fines Alabama Firm2011-10-11The federal government's safety agency recently fined an Alabama-based company $68,530 after violations were discovered during the installation of a fire-suppression system.
Asbestos Discovered at Middle School2011-10-10A middle school in Iowa recently discovered asbestos in one part of the building, leading officials to send teachers and students home while the issue was resolved.
OSHA Fines Company for Dust-Related Hazards2011-10-07Karyall Teleday Company was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for a total of $58,800, after workers were put at risk of fall and dust-related hazards.
Georgia Contractor Fined $164,120 by OSHA2011-10-06A Georgia-based contractor was recently fined a total of $164,120 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after inspectors found a number of different safety hazards at its facility.
Firm Fined for Trenching Violations2011-10-05The federal government's safety agency fined G.A. Rich and Sons almost $60,000 after trenching hazards were discovered at its plant.
OSHA Fines U.S. Pipe and Foundry $85,0002011-10-05The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined an Alabama-based company for more than two dozen violations discovered at its worksite.
OSHA Fines Cooperative Plus, Reaches Safety Settlement2011-10-04The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently reached an agreement with a Wisconsin-based cooperative after a number of different hazards were discovered at its facility.
OSHA Honors Missouri Gasket Manufacturer2011-10-04The federal government's workplace safety agency recently honored a worksite in Missouri after it met the requirements of the administration's Voluntary Protection Program.
Koppers Cited by OSHA2011-10-03A Pennsylvania-based company recently came to the attention of the federal government's safety agency after a number of safety and health hazards were discovered at its plant.
OSHA Hosts Web Forum on Training Program2011-10-03In a recent release, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced it would be hosting an online forum to get input from the private sector regarding its OSHA Training Institute (OTI) Education Centers Program.
OSHA Settles Case With Houston Manufacturer2011-09-30The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration made headlines recently after it settled a case with a Houston-based company regarding the illegal treatment of an employee.
OSHA Fines Ecopax2011-09-28The federal government's safety agency recently fined a Pennsylvania-based manufacturer after it was revealed that workers had been exposed to a number of different hazards.
OSHA Fines Alabama Firm2011-09-27An Alabama-based company was recently fined $124,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, after a worker was killed while on the job in March.
OSHA Sues Massachusetts Dentist2011-09-22A dentist in one Massachusetts community is in hot water with the federal government's safety agency after allegedly terminating a worker for calling attention to potential hazards at the office.
Ice Cream Manufacturer Fined by OSHA2011-09-22The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a New York-based ice cream manufacturer after a number of safety hazards were discovered at its facility.
OSHA Fines Wooden Pallet Manufacturer2011-09-22A Georgia-based wooden pallet manufacturer was recently fined $87,780 by the federal government's safety agency after a number of safety hazards were discovered at the facility.
OSHA Fines Colorado Grain Company2011-09-21The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Colorado-based grain company $62,100 in conjunction with a sector-based inspection program.
Vogel Brothers Establish Partnership with OSHA2011-09-21In an effort to prevent workplace injuries, the federal government's safety agency and other institutions recently formed a safety partnership with Wisconsin-based Vogel Brothers as workers perform a construction project in Madison.
OSHA Fines Event and Party Rental Company2011-09-20The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined an Ohio-based event and party rental company $154,000 for failing to properly train employees on potential electrical hazards.
Brewing Company Fined for Putting Workers at Risk2011-09-20A Wisconsin-based brewing company recently made headlines after it was fined $108,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for failing to follow the agency's safety standards.
OSHA Fines Massachusetts Firm2011-09-19A Massachusetts-based employer was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health and Safety Administration after a worker was killed while on the job.
OSHA Hands Out Grants for Safety Training2011-09-16Thefederal government's safety agency recently made headlines after it awarded $10.7 million in Susan Harwood Safety and Health Training Grants, giving added funding to dozens of organizations.
Illinois Company Teams up With Safety Groups2011-09-15The Illinois Onsite Safety and Health Consultation Program and the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that a partnership had been established with Ryan Companies
Companies Fined Following Burning of Employee2011-09-15Three companies doing work for the U.S. Marine Corps were recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, after an employee was burned while on the job.
OSHA Unveils Site-Specific Targeting 2011 Plan2011-09-14The federal government's safety agency recently announced an inspection plan under its Site-Specific Targeting 2011 program to help inspectors focus on industries with higher-than-average workplace injuries and illness rates.
OSHA warns against defective circuit breakers2011-09-14In a recent release, the Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration warned employers and workers that they faced serious safety issues if they were exposed to improperly installed circuit breakers.
OSHA Directive Seeks to Reduce Workplace Violence2011-09-13In a new directive entitled "Enforcement Procedures for Investigating or Inspecting Incidents of Workplace Violence," the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration is hoping to give staff of the agency new guidelines on how to respond to complaints or incidents of workplace violence.
OSHA Fines Brooklyn Rite Aid2011-09-13A New York-based retail store recently came to the attention of the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, after inspectors discovered a number of violations at its worksite.
Glass Producer Fined Following Amputation2011-09-12The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined an Ohio-based glass producer for $113,800 after a worker suffered an amputation at its facility.
Defense Contractor Wins Safety Award2011-09-12A defense contract company was recently given an award by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for conducting an exemplary health and safety program, designating it as a "star" site, the highest honor under its Voluntary Protection Program.
OSHA Fines a Number of Florida Hair Product Manufacturers2011-09-09The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently took a number of Florida-based companies to task for using harmful chemicals and not properly warning employees about the dangers of exposure.
OSHA fines Montana company2011-09-08The federal government's safety agency recently fined a Montana-based company after violations were found in its grain elevators.
Construction Firms Reach Agreement With Government Safety Agency2011-09-07Balfour Beatty's Washington Division and Smoot Construction Joint Venture recently formed a partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, in order to better protect workers conducting renovations on the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.
Florida Tree Removal Firm Fined $153,600 by OSHA2011-09-06The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a Florida-based tree care company $153,600, after an investigation revealed a number of issues.
OSHA Obtains Injunction to Protect New Jersey Workers2011-08-31The federal government's safety agency recently made headlines after it obtained a federal court order that required New Jersey-based Sousa Contractors to provide fall protection for workers installing roof trusses.
OSHA Fines Ohio Company2011-08-29The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined an Ohio-based manufacturer for a total of 14 safety and health violations.
OSHA Fines Nebraska Railroad Company2011-08-26The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that a Nebraska based railroad company would be forced to pay workers after they were illegally fired and suspended.
OSHA Enhances Website2011-08-25The federal government's safety agency recently made headlines after it announced that it had made improvements to its website.
Austin Construction Company Gets Fined2011-08-23Buffalo Framing and Truss, based in Austin, Texas, was recently fined $58,100 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after 13 safety violations were discovered at two of its worksites.
Worker Death Prompts OSHA Investigation, Fines2011-08-23The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined an Ohio-based employer nearly $200,000 after a worker was killed in a March incident.
OSHA Fines New Jersey Food Processor2011-08-23The federal government's safety agency recently fined a New Jersey-based food processing plant after an inspection revealed a number of safety violations.
OSHA Sends Letter to Yale After Student Death2011-08-22Following a recent workplace tragedy, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently informed Yale University that it needed to do more to keep students working in labs safety.
Asbestos Discovered at School2011-08-22Thanks to the presence of asbestos, school children from one New Hampshire community will be on summer vacation for another two weeks.
Contractor fined for 12 violations by OSHA2011-08-18A contractor on an Air Force base in Utah was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after inspectors found a total of 12 serious safety and health violations.
OSHA Will be Allowed to Inspect Food Packaging Plant2011-08-18Thanks to a recent order by a district court judge, a food packaging plant in Illinois was recently required to allow the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration to inspect its plant during operating hours.
OSHA Holds Heat Safety Events in Florida2011-08-17Two events recently held by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently focused on cutting down on heat-related hazards that many workers face while on the job.
Construction Firm Cited for Cave-in Hazards2011-08-15An Alabama-based construction company was recently fined $73,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after it discovered workplace safety violations related to the installation of an underground natural gas line.
Firm Fined for Lack of Safeguards2011-08-12A sign company in New York was recently fined $42,350 by the federal government's safety agency after an employee was exposed to fall hazards while on the job.
OSHA Fines Norfolk Southern Railway2011-08-12The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently made headlines after it forced North Carolina-based Norfolk Southern Railway Company to pay nearly a quarter of a million dollars after it violated workers' rights.
Firm Fined as Part of OSHA's Targeting Program2011-08-12A St. Louis-based manufacturer was fined $121,100 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after failing to keep workers safe while on the job.
Sporting Goods Store Fined by OSHA2011-08-11A sporting goods chain location in New York recently came under fire from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after inspectors found workers had been put at risk of injury or death.
Martin&Company Excavating Cited for Cave-in Hazards2011-08-11Illinois-based Martin & Company Excavating was recently cited for one willful and three serious safety violations after the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration found it hadn't protected employees from cave-in hazards.
OSHA to Look into Florida Explosion2011-08-10The federal government's safety agency will be looking to whether any safety violations took place following an explosion in Florida that killed one worker and injured three others.
Solvent Odor Sparks OSHA Investigation2011-08-08A company in New Jersey was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after being alerted to a solvent odor at its facility by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
Filter Manufacturer Fined Following OSHA Inspection2011-08-05An industrial filter manufacturer, based in Connecticut, was recently fined nearly a quarter of a million dollars by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after an inspection revealed 29 safety violations.
OSHA Fines Pennsylvania Bottler2011-08-05The federal government's safety agency recently fined A-Treat Bottling, based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, for $110, after an inspection found that the firm had violated 24 safety and health standards.
Hyde Electric Corporation Fined for Violations2011-08-04A Philadelphia-based electric company recently made headlines after it agreed to pay three workers $150,000 because it violated the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration's anti-retaliation provision.
OSHA Fines Alabama Manufacturer $56,4002011-08-03The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined an Alabama-based manufacturer $56,400 after a number of workplace safety hazards were discovered.
Washington DOC fined by workplace safety watchdog2011-08-02Following a six month investigation, a correctional facility in the state of Washington will be fined after the state's watchdog agency found that proper safety precautions had not been implemented prior to a violent workplace incident.
Bowling facility fined by OSHA2011-08-01A bowling company in Texas has come under fire from the federal government's safety agency after a worker was killed while clearing a jam in the pinsetter.
Three companies fined for safety violations2011-07-29The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined three Brooklyn, New York, manufacturers after a worker was caught in an auger and killed.
OSHA fines recycling plant2011-07-29The federal government's safety agency recently cited First Material Systems in Alaska for $60,390 after inspectors found a number of safety hazards at its facility.
Georgia bakery fined by OSHA2011-07-29In Georgia, a bakery was recently handed a major fine by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a worker suffered a finger amputation while on the job.
Wisconsin wood company fined $360,8002011-07-29Wisconsin-based Northeastern Wisconsin Wood Products was recently fined a total of $360,800 after inspectors from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration found a number of different safety violations at its plant.
OSHA fines Advanced Technology Services and NTN-Bower2011-07-29The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration fined NTN-Bower and its on-site contractor Advanced Technology Services for $112,200 after 19 violations were found during a follow-up inspection.
Worker death at plant results in fine2011-07-28The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently came down hard on a powder coating company in Ohio after a worker was killed following a grinder explosion.
OSHA fines lumber mill2011-07-28The federal government's safety agency recently fined a New York-based lumber mill after a worker was killed while on the job.
OSHA fines tree removal company2011-07-27The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently came down hard on a Florida-based tree removal company after a crane accident took place.
Oil refinery fined for hazards2011-07-22California-based Evergreen Oil was recently fined $22,000 by the state's workplace safety agency after a fire took place at its plant, causing damage and injuries.
OSHA fines oil company2011-07-19The federal government's safety agency made headlines recently when it fined Colorado-based Delta Oilfield Tank $52,760 for a total of 13 serious and two repeat violations.
Feed manufacturer fined by government safety agency2011-07-19An Alabama-based chicken feed manufacturer was recently fined $85,800 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a March inspection revealed a total of six safety violations.
OSHA to host construction safety conference2011-07-18In a recent statement, the U.S. Department Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced that it would be hosting a gathering of the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health from July 27-28.
Jewel Food Stores Fined by OSHA2011-07-18Illinois-based Jewel Food Stores was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after its management system was found to be unsafe.
Hyde Park contractor fined by government agency2011-07-14The federal government's safety agency recently came down hard on a Massachusetts contractor after its continued neglect of safety standards, through which it put the lives of workers at risk.
Texas bakery fined by OSHA again2011-07-14For the second time in four months, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration fined a Texas bakery for not protecting worker safety and exposing them to risks.
Brazilian consulate signs agreement with OSHA2011-07-13The federal government's safety agency was in the news in recent days after it came to an agreement with the Consulate General of Brazil in New York to give guidance on safety issues to Brazilian immigrants in Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey.
Chicago Home Depot faces fines following inspection2011-07-13A Home Depot Store in Chicago was recently fined $55,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after an inspection revealed one serious and two repeat violations.
OSHA takes nominations for advisory council2011-07-12The federal government's safety agency made headlines recently after it announced that it was looking for nominations for new members of the Federal Advisory Council on Occupational Safety and Health.
OSHA files suit on behalf of former dental employees2011-07-08A Cleveland-based dental facility is at the center of a recent complaint filed by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, alleging that the company had violated its Whistleblower Protection Act.
New York construction firm fined $44,2202011-07-08The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently took a New York-based contractor to task after a number of violations were discovered at a Manhattan worksite.
OSHA fines manufacturer following worker death2011-07-07The federal government's safety agency recently cited Howard Industries for 17 workplace safety violations and fined the firm a total of $169,500 after a worker was killed at a transformer test station.
Machine shop fined for number of violations2011-07-07A Connecticut-based machine shop was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after inspectors identified a number of hazards at its worksite.
OSHA to hold stakeholder meeting2011-07-06The federal government's safety agency recently made headlines after it scheduled two informal meetings with stakeholders.
Illinois processor fined by OSHA2011-07-01Illinois-based All Feed Processing and Packing was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for $167,090, after workers weren't given the right kind of protection from harmful dust.
Laundry firm fined following worker injury2011-06-30The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently made headlines after it fined a Somerville, Massachusetts-based laundry business for a number of safety violation.
Medical center fined for asbestos violations2011-06-30The Interfaith Medical Center, based in Brooklyn, New York, was recently handed 14 safety violations by the federal government's safety agency following an inspection.
OSHA reaches settlement with New Hampshire manufacturer2011-06-30The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently came to an agreement with a New Hampshire-based manufacturer after the company was cited following the deaths of two workers in May 2010.
Massachusetts recognized for safety2011-06-30A facility in Massachusetts was recently recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for its commitment to keeping workers safe.
OSHA fines Cleveland manufacturer2011-06-30One Cleveland-based manufacturer was recently handed a $426,100 fine by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for not reporting amputations that occurred at its facility.
OSHA fines Mississippi recycling company2011-06-29Mississippi-based Triple P Farms was recently cited for safety violations by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a worker's two legs were amputated while working a Verona factory.
Honeywell International fined following vapor release2011-06-28Illinois-based Honeywell International was recently fined $119,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor'sOccupational Safety and Health Administration after the release of vapors occurred at one of its facilities.
OSHA fines Atlanta manufacturer2011-06-27The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined an Atlanta-based manufacturer nearly $50,000 in conjunction with a national emphasis program on silica hazards.
OSHA co-sponsors Hispanic workplace safety event in New York2011-06-23In an effort to help prevent injuries for Hispanic workers in Western New York, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that it would be co-sponsoring the 2011 Hispanic Family Health and Safety Fair.
OSHA fines New Jersey plant2011-06-23Following an inspection in March, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration fined a New Jersey-based company $72,000 for failing to protect employees.
OSHA announces more inspections in Alabama2011-06-20Businesses in Alabama will soon be getting more visits from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, according to a recent announcement from the agency.
Mississippi poultry facility fined by OSHA2011-06-17Mississippi-based Marshall Durbin was recently fined $120,000 by the federal government's safety agency, after the December 2010 death of a worker prompted an inspection.
OSHA fines Integrated Laminate Systems2011-06-16A New Jersey-based manufacturer was recently fined by the federal government's safety agency after it allegedly exposed workers to a deadly chemical and other hazards.
Workplace safety discussed at American Society of Safety Engineers conference2011-06-16During the American Society of Safety Engineers' conference in Chicago, assistant secretary of Labor for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) David Michaels and John Howard, director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health discussed current measures in place to reduce workplace injuries and what employers must do to make sure that all procedures were being followed.
Nebraska firm fined by OSHA2011-06-14Nebraska-based Liquid Feed Commodities was recently fined $79,200 by the federal government's safety agency after a series of issues were revealed during a March inspection.
Maine contractor in hot water with safety agency2011-06-14The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently came down hard on a roofing contractor in Maine, after the company failed to give workers the right protection while on the job.
Auto industry groups renew OSHA agreement2011-06-10A renewal of a partnership between auto industry groups and the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration seeks to reduce the number of injuries that occur each year in the sector.
Workshop will focus on OSHA compliance2011-05-31In Watertown, Massachusetts, business owners recently came together to learn about ways to better protect workers from safety hazards and learn about what they must do to meet federal safety regulations.
Judge rules in favor of government safety agency2011-05-31An Illinois-based company was recently forced to pay a $900 fine after an administrative law judge from the Occupational Safety Health and Review Commission upheld the finding of the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
OSHA fines WPM Construction Services2011-05-27The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently cited Michigan-based WPM Construction Services for failing to properly protect employees from traffic hazards and cave-ins while performing a job on the Scheinder Basin Project in Toledo, Ohio.
AMD Industries fined by OSHA2011-05-27Illinois-based AMD Industries was recently fined more than $1 million by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for exposing workers to cancer-related materials.
Cabinet manufacturer fined for 21 violations2011-05-26A cabinet manufacturer in Alabama was recently fined $54,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after being cited for 21 safety and health violations.
OSHA launches workplace safety survey2011-05-26The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that it would be conducting a survey of employers to find out about current workplace safety provisions.
Judge rules in favor of OSHA2011-05-25A judge in Texas recently upheld the citations handed out by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after it found a number of safety violations at a Tyler refinery.
OSHA fines six New Jersey contractors2011-05-25The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined six New Jersey-based companies for more than a dozen violations found at an apartment building worksite.
Multi-Cast Corporation fined $178,5002011-05-24Ohio-based Multi-Cast Corporation was recently fined $178,500 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, after inspectors found that workers were not given proper safety equipment.
OSHA fines carpet graphics company2011-05-23The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a carpet graphics company $45,000 after an inspection revealed a total of 13 safety and health violations.
New Jersey contractors face stiff penalties2011-05-20Five contractors in New Jersey were recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after violations were discovered at an auto dealership's construction site.
Wind turbine company faces fines2011-05-19The federal government's safety agency recently fined a wind turbine manufacturing facility in Colorado after an employee was severely injured on the job.
OSHA reopening regulations to public comment2011-05-19The federal government's safety agency recently announced that it would be reopening the public record on a plan to amend an Occupational Injury and Illness Recording and Reporting regulation.
Court upholds OSHA subpoena request2011-05-18A subpoena issued by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration to obtain documents concerning a grain engulfment was recently upheld by a U.S. district court.
NYC mail center fined for repeat violations2011-05-18The Morgan Processing and Distribution Center in New York City was recently fined nearly $100,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for five repeat safety violations.
St. Thomas contractor fined for workplace safety hazards2011-05-17The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a St. Thomas-based contractor for $62,617, after an investigation revealed that workers had been exposed to fall and scaffold hazards while on the job.
OSHA fines Philadelphia construction firm2011-05-17Philadelphia-based WFC Construction was recently fined $78,540 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after exposing workers to fall hazards on a worksite.
OSHA fines Alabama contractor2011-05-12The government's safety agency recently fined an Alabama-based masonry contractor $47,000 as part of its regional emphasis program to cut down on the number of falls in the construction.
Sign manufacturer fined by OSHA for safety violations2011-05-12A sign manufacturer in Georgia was recently fined $89,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a January inspection revealed a number of safety and health violations.
Workplace violence prevention tips from an expert2011-05-12Workplace violence continues to pose risks for employees around the country, with an average of 20 workers murdered in the United States each week. However, according to many safety experts, there are some obvious signs that should give colleagues pause and prompt them to alert the authorities if necessary.
Outland Renewable Services challenges fine2011-05-09A renewable energy serving company recently announced that it would be contesting six safety violations and a $378,000 fine that it was given by the federal government's safety agency, following the injury of a worker.
Drug rehab facility appeals OSHA fine2011-05-09A drug rehabilitation facility in upstate New York is contesting a workplace violence-related fine it received from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Model Pattern and Foundry fined $82,1702011-05-06Cincinnati, Ohio-based Model Pattern and Foundry was recently fined $82,170 by the federal government's safety agency after it failed to meet safety standards during a February inspection.
Illinois assisted living facility fined by OSHA2011-05-05An assisted living facility in Illinois was cited for 17 safety and health violations by the U.S.Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a nurse was injured while on duty.
OSHA fines metal stamping company after amputation2011-05-04The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has fined an Ohio-based metal stamping company for $158,900 after an employee's finger was amputated while on the job in August.
OSHA fines firm for fall hazards2011-05-04Illinois-based J.P. Phillips was recently fined $75,900 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after an employee was seen working without the required fall protection.
Parker Hannifin plant fined for safety hazards2011-05-03A plant in Batesville, Mississippi, was recently fined $487,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after an inspection found dozens of workplace safety violations.
OSHA fines New York recycling company2011-04-29The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a New York-based recycling company $60,000 after a worker was injured on the job.
Georgia contractor fined after trench collapse2011-04-29A Georgia-based contractor was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a worker was seriously injured during a trench wall collapse at its worksite.
OSHA starts new emphasis program2011-04-29The federal government's safety agency recently announced a new program that aims to reduce the number of injuries that take place at Florida health centers.
UC San Diego develops safety program2011-04-27A global safety center at one University of California campus recently issued four new mandatory objectives for international construction projects.
Investigation reveals fall hazards2011-04-27A Connecticut-based steel erection company was recently fined $143,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after workers were exposed to fall hazards.
OSHA celebrates 40 years2011-04-27Dr. David Michaels, the assistant secretary of labor for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, recently celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Occupational Safety and Health Act being signed into law by president Richard Nixon.
OSHA fines Ohio construction firm for fall hazards2011-04-27The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined an Ohio-based construction firm after it was discovered that it had put employees at risk of fall hazards while doing work on a bridge.
Tampa Enterprises fined for safetyviolations2011-04-26Tampa Enterprises, doing business as European Craft Construction, was fined $161,000 after a December inspection by the federal government's safety agency revealed five safety violations.
Idaho food manufacturer fined for violations2011-04-26A food manufacturer based in Jerome,Idaho, was recently fined $111,000 by the federal government's safety agency,after inspectors found a variety of violations at its facility.
New guidelines for shipyard workers2011-04-26The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently released a new guide to help better protect workers in shipyards from injuries.
Workers exposed to multiple safety hazards at Georgia plant2011-04-26The federal government's safety agency recently fined Goodwin Ammonia $128,550, after it exposed workers to risks of amputations, fall hazards, not having an emergency response plan in the event of a chemical spill and other issues.
Leather finishing plant fined by OSHA2011-04-25A New York-based leather finishing plant was recently cited for 20 safety violations at its plant, after an October 2010 incident that left one worker caught in an embossing press.
Deadly scaffold collapse under investigation2011-04-22After the deadly collapse of a scaffold that took the life of one worker and injured three others, workplace safety investigators in Montreal have begun looking for answers as to why it occurred.
Federal agencies send letter to hospitals urging workplace safety2011-04-21The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, the Joint Commission and the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently teamed up to send a letter to hospitals highlighting the need for workplace safety practices.
Judge rules in favor of government safety agency2011-04-14A suit that challenged the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration fall protection directive was recently rejected by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.
OSHA issues new fall protection guidelines2011-04-13The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued a new set of guidelines recently to help protect workers from fall hazards.
Milliken Valve given OSHA 'Star'2011-04-11Bethlehem, Pennsylvania-based Milliken Valve was recently recognized by the federal government's safety agency for its commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
Violent workplace crimes on the decline2011-04-07According to recently released numbers from the U.S. Justice Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of incidents related to workplace violence fell significantly from 1993 to 2009.
OSHA fines Idaho food services company2011-04-06The federal government's safety agency recentlyfined an Idaho-based food services company for $132,000 for violations related to the release of anhydrous ammonia and other issues.
Grain operator fined for safety violations2011-04-05A grain operator in South Dakota was recently given six willful violations by the federal government's safety agency after workers were put in danger of being engulfed by grain.
Alabama utility installation firm fined for cave-in hazards2011-04-04Dubose Construction, based in Mount Meigs, Alabama, was recently fined a total of $46,970 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, after after it was revealed that it had exposed employees to cave-in hazards during the relocation of a water valve.
OSHA settles case with Oklahoma company2011-03-31An Oklahoma-based convenience store recently came to an agreement with the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration in order to resolve a lawsuit filed by the agency over an illegal termination.
Judge upholds Wal-Mart's OSHA fines2011-03-31The federal government's safety agency recently endorsed a decision by Chief Administrative Law JudgeCovette Rooney of the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission after he upheld a penalty against Wal-Mart following the death of an employee in 2008.
OSHA fines Wisconsin-based food manufacturer2011-03-31The federal government's safety agency recently announced that it had fined a food manufacturer in Wisconsin after it failed to follow well-established safety regulations.
OSHA investigates federal building2011-03-30Two men working on a scaffold outside of a federal building were shocked after the structure became electrified, leading to an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Pennsylvania-based firm fined for high levels of lead2011-03-30A Cannonsburg, Pennsylvania-based company was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after an inspection found high levels of lead and other issues, while performing a job on the George Wade Bridge.
OSHA fines Missouri manufacturer2011-03-30An Anheuser-Busch subsidiary was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after two workers suffered amputations at the workplace.
Contractor fined for fall hazards2011-03-28A Rhode Island-based contractor was recently fined by the federal government's safety agency after it exposed workers to a series of fall hazards on a residential worksite.
OSHA fines Smith Family Companies in Alabama2011-03-25The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined Smith Family Companies $51,100 as part of a site-specific targeting initiative for industries with high risks of injuries.
Ace Iron Metal company fined by OSHA2011-03-25Ohio-based Ace Iron and Metal company was recently fined by the federal government's safety agency after a worker was injured during an incident in September 2010.
Notre Dame fined after videographer's death2011-03-23The Indiana Occupational Health and Safety Administration recently fined the University of Notre Dame $77,500 following the death of a football team videographer, who fell to his death while on a hydraulic lift.
Ace Iron Metal company fined by OSHA2011-03-23Ohio-based Ace Iron and Metal company was recently fined by the federal government's safety agency after a worker was injured during an incident in September 2010.
OSHA fines Georgia manufacturer2011-03-22The federal government's safety agency recently fined a Georgia-based manufacturer after a follow-up inspection revealed that the company had failed to correct previously cited violations.
Colorado plant faces OSHA fines2011-03-21A tube mill based in Pueblo, Colorado, was fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a safety inspection found five serious violations, one repeat violation and two other-than-serious violations of its plant, forcing them to pay a total of $49,900.
OSHA fines Georgia contractor for safety violations2011-03-18A contractor in Georgia was recently fined $64,750 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after an inspection found that workers had been exposed to collapses and other hazards while on the job.
Manufacturer fined by federal government's safety agency2011-03-15The federal government's safety agency recently fined Alabama-based Imperial Aluminum $76,500 after an October 10 inspection revealed that the company committed 17 serious safety violations and three other-than-serious violations.
OSHA fines Alabama contractor following worker's death2011-03-14The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a contractor in Alabama $159,600 after one worker was killed and another was injured while installing a sewer pipe.
Roofing company fined by OSHA2011-03-11Diaz Roofing, based in Madison, Wisconsin, was recently fined by the the federal government's safety agency after an investigation revealed that workers had been exposed to several fall hazards.
Connecticut Pep Boys fined by OSHA2011-03-07An auto service company in Connecticut was issued four repeat citations and one serious citation by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after workers were exposed to a series of workplace hazards.
Schneider Electric USA honored for safety2011-03-04Management and the employees of Schneider Electric USA were recently honored by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for its commitment to maintaining a safe work area.
Alabama company fined after chemical release2011-03-03A refrigerated services company based in Alabama was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for exposing workers to potentially harmful vapors.
St. Louis contractor exposed workers to fall hazards2011-03-02A St. Louis-based contractor was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for $68,720 after an inspection, which began in October 2010, revealed that the company had exposed workers to fall hazards.
OSHA fines Texas granite company2011-02-28The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a granite company in Texas $41,300 after an inspection revealed 10 serious safety and health violations.
OSHA timeline highlights success since inception2011-02-27The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently unveiled an interactive timeline on its website that highlights safety improvements created during the past 40 years.
Texas drilling company fined by OSHA2011-02-27A drilling waste disposal company in Texas was recently cited for 21 serious violations by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for not protecting workers while on the job.
Company fined for lack of safety oversight2011-02-27Illinois-based U.S. Minerals was fined $83,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a September inspection revealed a number of violations.
Roofing company fined for fall hazards2011-02-24A roofing company in St. Louis, Missouri, has been fined $56,210 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for exposing employees to fall-related hazards on multiple occasions.
FABCO Equipment fined by OSHA2011-02-23The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a fabrication company more than $70,000 after a follow-up inspection at its Alabama facility.
OSHA fines company after workplace accident2011-02-22The federal government's safety agency recently fined Florida-based Prologix Distribution Services-East a total of $239,000 after a worker's arm was amputated while on the job.
Alliance seeks to protect Mexican workers2011-02-21A new alliance between the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the Mexican Consulate seeks to increase protection for Mexican workers in the United States.
Mississippi sawmill fined by OSHA2011-02-18A sawmill in Mississippi has been fined $67,800 by the federal government's safety agency after an inspection revealed 19 safety violations.
OSHA fines hospital2011-02-17Massachusetts-based Northeast Hospital Corp was recently fined by the federal government's safety agency for exposing workers to a variety of workplace hazards.
OSHA fines Postal Service in Tennessee2011-02-14The U.S. Postal Service in Nashville, Tennessee, was fined $70,000 by the federal government's safety agency after it was determined that workers had been using unsafe materials on the job.
Bus accident raises safety concerns2011-02-11Following a deadly accident involving an 18-wheeler and a school bus in Mississippi, many inthe community are left wondering what could have been done to prevent the tragedy.
Department of Labor fines city over asbestos2011-02-10The New York State Department of Labor recently cited the city of Troy, New York, with three violations after workers failed to remove asbestos materials from a former city hall building before its demolition.
U.S. Steel appeals OSHA fine2011-02-09U.S. Steel Corporation is appealing a decision by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, after receiving nearly $150,000 in fines.
Georgia firm fined for several violations2011-02-09Protech Environmental South, doing business as U.S. Erosion Control Products, was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after an inspection uncovered dozens of workplace safety violations.
OSHA fines Connecticut contractor2011-02-08A construction company in Connecticut was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for violations during the installation of a catch basin cover.
Company fined after worker is electrocuted2011-02-04The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a power company based in Wisconsin following the death of a worker.
Arkansas pipe manufacturerfined by OSHA2011-02-04A pipe manufacturer in Little Rock, Arkansas, was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a health and safety inspection revealed dangerous working conditions.
Furniture manufacturer gets OSHA 'Star'2011-02-03National Office Furniture was recently honored by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration with its highest voluntary safety rating.
Union gives safety tips with paychecks2011-01-30One contractors' union is making workplace safety a top priority by distributing resources to its members every time they pick up their paychecks.
Electrical transmission groups reaffirm partnership with OSHA2011-01-30The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently reaffirmed a partnership with the Electrical Transmission and Distribution Construction Contractors, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and other trade groups in order to cut down on the number of injuries that take place in the electrical transmission industry.
OSHA determines that contractor was illegally fired for whistleblowing2011-01-30Louisiana-based MMR Contractors and South Carolina-based Fluor Corporation, recently settled a case with the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration that accused the companies of illegally terminating an employee who has raised workplace safety issues.
OSHA withdraws record keeping request2011-01-28The federal government's safety agency recently made headlines after withdrawing its proposal for stricter record keeping for workplace injury occurrences.
OSHA gives 'star' to Kansas HR company2011-01-27A human resources company in Kansas was recently designated as a 'star' site under the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Voluntary Protection Program.
KOL Marble and Granite fined by OSHA2011-01-27New Jersey-based KOL Marble and Granitehas been fined for $48,600 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after an inspection revealed 15 workplace safety and health violations.
Auto repair shop fined for ignoring OSHA demands2011-01-26A transmission repair shop in Newnan, Georgia, was recently fined nearly $80,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after failing to correct previously cited violations.
North Dakota refinery gets OSHA safety award2011-01-24A refinery in Mandan, North Dakota, was recently recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for its commitment to workplace safety.
Florida contractor fined by OSHA2011-01-18A stucco contractor in South Florida has come under fire from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after failing to properly implement a safety program and other violations.
Workplace violence against women a serious threat2011-01-16One of the biggest threats to working women in the United States today is workplace violence. According to many workplace safety experts, women can become targets of violent outbursts of co-workers and must be vigilant when it comes to preventing these situations.
Louisiana chemical plant fined by OSHA2011-01-13A chemical plant in Plaquemine, Louisiana, was recently fined $55,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for violating a number of safety regulations.
OSHA re-establishes maritime safety program2011-01-12In an effort to increase safety in one industry, Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis recently re-established a charter first enacted more than a decade and a half ago.
New Jersey construction company fined by OSHA2011-01-12A construction company in Rochelle Park, New Jersey, has been fined by the federal government's safety agency after it was determined that it had not protected workers from fall hazards.
OSHA fines beer maker after chemical release2011-01-11One of the largest brewers in North America was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after it released a chemical that nearly injured workers at its plant.
OSHA orders company to pay whistleblower, expunge record2011-01-07A worker who blew the whistle about a workplace injury was unfairly retaliated against by his employer, according to an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
OSHA fines New Jersey construction company2011-01-06The federal government's safety agency has find a construction company in New Jersey $58,080 after an investigation revealed a series of hazards at its worksite.
OSHA fines steel manufacturer2011-01-05A company in Indiana has been fined by the state's safety regulators after a worker was killed at the facility, which specialized in steel-making.
OSHA issues new hazard warning for food substances2011-01-04The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently issued a brand-new bulletin entitled Occupational Exposure to Flavoring Substances: Health Effects and Hazard Control, reminding employers to implement safety measures.
Workplace violence a serious issue2011-01-04In recent months a rise in workplace violence has caused much concern for employers around the country. According to workplace safety experts, the rise in bullying and other violent activity is due to stressful environments caused by a downturn in the economy.
OSHA reminds people of safety concerns during snow season2010-12-30As people all over New England continue to dig out from the recent blizzard, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration is reminding employers from the region of safety standards related to snow removal.
Illinois company fails to provide fall protection for workers2010-12-29A home improvement company in Illinois has been fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after it was determined that it had failed to provide employees with proper protections while on the job.
North Dakota company fined by OSHA2010-12-29The federal government's safety agency has fined a North Dakota company after an incident occurred that took one worker's life.
Houston contractor in hot water with OSHA2010-12-28A contractor from Houston, Texas, was fined $20,100 by the federal government's safety agency after it failed to protect employees performing tasks for the world's largest retailer.
Pipe installer fined by OSHA2010-12-28An underground water and sewer pipe installer based in Illinois was recently fined more than $100,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for failing to provide cave-in protection for its workers.
National Association of Home Builders praises OSHA decision2010-12-27The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration was recently applauded by the National Association of Home Builders after it decided to withdrawinterim protection guidelines and go back to previously established regulations.
OSHA announces top 10 safety violations2010-12-26The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration made headlines recently when it announced the top 10 safety violations for 2010.
Recycling center fined by OSHA2010-12-23A recycling plant in North Bergen, New Jersey, was recently fined $71,600 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for one willful, four repeat, three serious violations and two failure-to-abate notices.
OSHA reaffirms partnership with Steel Erectors Association in Philadelphia2010-12-22The Steel Erectors Association of Metropolitan Philadelphia and Vicinity Inc. recently announced that they had renewed their alliance with the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration in order to give added training tools to steel workers and promote safety and health.
Massachusetts contractor fined for fall hazards2010-12-22A roofing contractor in Massachusetts has been fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for failing to protect workers from safety hazards.
Kansas bus company receives SHARP award2010-12-20A bus company in Kansas was recently honored because of its high level of attention to keeping both employees and passengers safe while on the road.
Washington, D.C., public transit to get more stringent oversight2010-12-20Washington, D.C.'s public transportation organization, the Metro, is taking steps to make travel safer for commuters, thanks to an agreement made last week. The Washington Post reports that officials at the Metro signed an agreement that gives the Tri-State Oversight Committee new authority to enforce safety measures.
Showlater Roofing Services fined by OSHA2010-12-20A roofing company in Illinois has been fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after exposing workers to fall hazards at a worksite.
OSHA fines Ohio Airport2010-12-20A regional airport in Ohio has been issued a warning by the the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for 13 violations, one of which included a failure to provide a proper outline of emergency egress routes.
Expert warns of workplace fire risks2010-12-17Electrical fires are one of the biggest issues inworkplace safety today. One fire safety expert recently blogged that businesses could take some simple steps to ensure fire safety and prevent incidents from occurring.
OSHA fines Lucas Oil Production Studio2010-12-16The federal government's safety agency recently cited a California-based oil company after a cameraman was killed while filming a motocross race in Lakewood, Colorado.
2011 Governor's Workplace Safety Award seeks nominations2010-12-16Businesses in Indiana that pay particularly close attention to safety will soon have the opportunity to be recognized, according to an announcement by one of the leading business advocacy organizations in the state.
OSHA fines SPS New England2010-12-15The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined a contractor based in Massachusetts after an explosion left one worker injured.
OSHA fines Industrial Ceramic Products2010-12-15The federal government’s safety agency recently fined a ceramic products manufacturer based in Ohio nearly $100,000 after a worker was injured on the job.
Freight carrier fined after forklift accident2010-12-14New EnglandMotor Freight, based in Elizabeth, New Jersey, was fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for more than three quarters of a million dollars after the agency found a series of violations.
Three companies fined for excavation hazards2010-12-13Three companies in Massachusetts have been fined a total of $154,700 by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration for a series of workplace hazards.
Worker’s death prompts OSHA investigation, fines2010-12-09After a worker was killed at its plant, an Illinois grain dryer equipment manufacturer was fined by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration for $78,000.
OSHA fines steel fabricator2010-12-09A steel fabricator in New York has been fined by the U. S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration for failing to prevent electrical hazards, not having proper machine guards, and a lack of hazardous energy control training.
OSHA issues new hazard warning for food substances2010-12-09The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently issued a brand-new bulletin entitled Occupational Exposure to Flavoring Substances: Health Effects and Hazard Control, reminding employers to implement safety measures.
Wind project gets safety review2010-12-09A recent meeting about a new wind project in Hudson, New York, centered on how the contractors would conduct the project in a safe way.
Holiday parties at workplaces come with safety risks2010-12-07As offices from around the country ring in the holiday season with decorations of all shapes and sizes. Many workers revel in the added cheer brought by the new additions, but there may be one area that is given a lack of attention - making sure it's safe.
School bus safety important during winter2010-12-06As parents and students gear up for winter, there is an area of major concern that centers around the colder, icier weather in many parts of the country - school bus safety.
OSHA updates safety inspection2010-12-06The federal government's safety agency recently updated its Federal Agency Targeting Inspection program, or FEDTARG, for fiscal year 2011.
David H. Koch Theater faces OSHA fines2010-12-06A performing arts center in New York City was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after an inspection revealed a series of violations.
Frio Dristribution fined by OSHA2010-12-06Frio Distribution was recently fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after it failed to properly train workers on how to use forklifts.
Nebraska biofuel company fined $60,000 by OSHA2010-12-03A biofuel company based in Burwell, Nebraska, has been fined $60,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for exposing workers to electrical hazards.
OSHA fines company over cave-in hazard exposure2010-12-02The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently fined an excavation company in New Paris, Ohio, nearly $50,000 after it was determined that workers had been exposed to cave-in hazards.
U.S. Postal Service center in Iowa fined by OSHA2010-11-30The U.S. Postal Service Processing and Distribution Center in Des Moines, Iowa, is the most recent facility of its kind to be hit with a fine by the federal government's safety agency.
OSHA fines Ohio tire manufacturer2010-11-30The federal safety agency recently fined a tire manufacturer more than $200,000 for not protecting employees from a series of potentially deadly hazards.
CMM Realty forced to pay back wages to whistleblower2010-11-29An unidentified worker fired for blowing the whistle on an employer was order to have his or her job reinstated and be paid back wages by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
OSHA fines Styrofoam manufacturer2010-11-29A foam manufacturer in Colorado has been fined by the federal government's safety agency after an inspection revealed a number of violations.
Weatherford International fined by OSHA2010-11-24The federal government's safety agency recently fined Weatherford International, based in Longview, Texas, more than a quarter-million dollars after it exposed workers to a series of dangerous hazards.
Mead Johnson Nutrition gets OSHA 'star'2010-11-23At a recent ceremony, an infant formula manufacturer achieved Star status under the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Voluntary Protection Program.
Worker killed after fireworks accident2010-11-23Police in one New York community are working with the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after an employee of a fireworks company was killed on the job.
Drug testing a hot topic for workplace safety2010-11-22While many employers give workers drug tests to ensure that they do not come to work while on illegal drugs, one person in Alaska was recently fired for following a doctor's orders.
OSHA gives power company VPP 'star'2010-11-18An energy company was recently honored by the federal safety agency by being named a "star" site under one of its most competitive programs.
Exterior Stucco fined by OSHA2010-11-18A stucco company in New York has been fined more than $60,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration thanks to the organization's newly introduced regional program.
NH contractors fined by OSHA after fall2010-11-17Two contractors in the Granite State have been cited by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a worker fell and injured himself.
OSHA fines Cleveland-based manufacturer2010-11-17A fabricated component manufacturer in Ohio was recently fined by the federal government's safety agency for not taking the necessary precautions to protect its employees.
Ranch gets letter from Cal/OSHA2010-11-16A ranch in one California community is under scrutiny from the state's safety agency after former employees complained about unsafe conditions.
Exposure to radiation a cause for concern2010-11-16One of the biggest issues for workers in North America is exposure to radiation and radioactive material while in a confined space on construction jobs. One of the continent's hardest-hit areas when it comes to radiation is Canada, which is home to a growing nuclear power plant industry.
OSHA to hold meeting on proposed rule changes2010-11-15The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has announced that it will be holding a public hearing on January 18, 2011, to review newly proposed rules regarding Walking-Working and Personal Protective Equipment.
Texas manufacturer cited by OSHA2010-11-12A metal and plastics manufacturer in Texas has been fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after it committed a series of violations.
OSHA fines Massachusetts company2010-11-10Following an inspection by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, one construction company in the Bay State is facing fines of more than $30,000.
James J. Welch&Co. faces OSHA fines2010-11-10A construction company in Massachusetts has been fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after multiple safety violations were found at a worksite.
Cal/OSHA to investigate worker's death2010-11-08After the death of a construction worker in California, officials at the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health, or Cal/OSHA, will perform an investigation to see what kind of safety violations led to the tragedy.
OSHA to hold hour-long safety seminar in Georgia2010-11-08In an effort to better prevent accidents on the job, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced that it had partnered with officials in one southern state in order to better protect those working in the construction field.
OSHA fines military contractor2010-11-08A military contractor has been fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after an explosion at its facility in Alabama killed two employees.
CAL/OSHA revises heat policy2010-11-08The Golden State's safety agency recently came out with new safety standards for workers exposed to high levels of outdoor heat.
Safety expo gets employers on same page2010-11-05At a recent expo in Merriville, Indiana, area business owners laid out the workplace safety strategies they used in order to prevent injuries or fatalities from occurring.
OSHA warns employers ahead of 'Black Friday'2010-11-05As customers all over the country gear up for Black Friday, the annual day-after-Thanksgiving shopping day, the federal government's safety agency is reminding retailers to make sure that they provide a safe environment for both shoppers and staff.
Connecticut roofing company fined by OSHA2010-11-02Cavalier Roofing of Kensington, Connecticut, has been fined $66,6000 by the U.S. Department of Occupational Safety and Health Administration after exposing workers to falling hazards.
Delaware company fined by OSHA2010-11-02The federal government's safety agency recently fined a construction company in Delaware, after it was determined that it had exposed its workers to trenching hazards.
OSHA revises charter2010-11-01In a recent announcement, U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis renewed the charter of the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration's National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health.
FDA funds local food safety efforts2010-10-28Thanks to recent grants from the federal government, state and local agencies throughout the United States will have more resources for ensuring the safety of the nation's food supply.
OSHA revises training rules2010-10-28The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently reexamined its policy for all Outreach Training Programs.
Fewer workplace injuries occurred in 20092010-10-22According to recently released numbers from the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics, workplace injuries occurred less frequently in 2009 than the year before.
New booklet for school bus safety2010-10-21A new source will soon help school bus drivers around the country learn ways in which they can help prevent accidents from occurring.
Postal Service in Ohio fined by OSHA2010-10-20The federal agency tasked with enforcing safety regulations has fined the U.S. Postal Service's offices in Columbus, Ohio, nearly a quarter-million dollars after it was determined that it had violated federal safety regulations.
OSHA head pens letter to agency employees2010-10-19In a recent letter to colleagues, The leader of the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration laid out plans for the future and gave his assessment of the work that had already taken place.
OSHA to review enforcement policy2010-10-19The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration will soon issue a new clarification of the "feasible administrative or engineering controls" term when it comes to general industry and construction occupational noise exposure standards.
OSHA renews charter2010-10-15In an effort to make workplaces around the country safer, the U.S. Secretary of Labor recently announced that she would be re-establishing the charter of the federal government's safety organization.
Accident victim's attorney criticizes OSHA2010-10-14While most of its work is done away from the lights and glamour of movie sets, the federal government's safety agency recently made headlines for its lack of action after a serious accident during the filming of "Transformers 3."
OSHA cites company for fall hazards2010-10-14Barringer Brothers Roofing in Belleville, Illinois, has come under fire from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after violations relating to fall hazards. An OSHA inspection revealed that the company had committed three willful, six serious and one repeat violation resulting in a fine of $106,400.
Paper mill fined after death2010-10-08After a workplace tragedy occurred at a manufacturing facility in New York, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has come down hard on the paper company responsible.
A. Bangoli and Sons fined by OSHA2010-10-06A trenching company in Ohio has been fined $140,000 after a workplace accident that left two workers stranded for hours, killing one of them.
Magazine names safest businesses2010-10-05One of the most prominent workplace safety magazines recently unveiled its picks for the most safety-conscious companies in the entire United States.
Florida foam manufacturer fined $72,000 by OSHA2010-10-01A foam manufacturing company in Florida has been fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after it exposed workers to potentially life-threatening hazards.
OSHA fines J.R. Simplot after inspection2010-10-01The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has turned its attention to J.R. Simplot in Grand Forks, North Dakota, for what the agency says is multiple violations.
Paper company ignores warning, faces fine2010-09-29One paper company in Atlanta, Georgia, is about to pay the price for not heeding a warning from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Fire department in South Carolina fined by OSHA2010-09-29After mishandling a house fire in July, a fire department in South Carolina is now facing a fine from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Miskeen Originals fined $43,150 by OSHA2010-09-28Following the complaint of a worker, a clothing manufacturer in New Jersey has been fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after it was determined that workers had been exposed to a potentially harmful chemical.
OSHA forms partnership with Shipbuilding Group2010-09-27In an effort to make shipyards safer for workers around the country, a new alliance has been formed by one of the leading trade organizations and the federal government's safety agency.
Georgia company fined $62,800 by OSHA2010-09-27Gary's Grading and Pipeline in Georgia has caught the attention of the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for violations related to putting workers at risk of exposure to "excavation hazards."
Energy company given OSHA 'STAR'2010-09-27An energy company in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, was recently honored by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration as part of its Voluntary Protection Program. Covanta Energy earned OSHA's STAR safety status, the highest distinction a work site can get.
Manufacturer in Georgia fined by OSHA2010-09-24A paper manufacturer in Georgia has been cited by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration following an injury to a worker.
OSHA hands out $2.7 million in safety grants2010-09-23Thanks to recently introduced grants from the federal government's workplace safety agency, companies will get added funding for safety training and accident prevention.
Art Horizons fined more than $200,000 by OSHA2010-09-21A picture frame company in Mississippi was fined $228,320 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for a number of safety and health violations.
Spartech fined $54,500 by OSHA2010-09-21The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has fined an Ohio plastics company $54,500 for various violations.
OSHA fines Florida contractor2010-09-20Cathcart Contracting was fined more than $100,000 by the federal government's safety regulators for exposing employees to a number of workplace hazards.
GOA critical of OSHA's whistleblower program2010-09-17The U.S. Government Accountablility Office recently came out witha report critical of the federal government's safety enforcement administration's commitment to protecting the rights of whistleblowers.
Tips for school bus safety2010-09-16School bus safety has become one of the most important and hotly debated issues in recent years. For many, there is nothing more important than making sure that the young students riding on buses are in a safe environment as they travel to and from school.
OSHA honors Washington State building company with VPP status2010-09-16While many companies have struggled to maintain a safe work environment, at least one company in Washington State has been recognized by the federal government's safety regulators for going above and beyond mandated safety requirements.
OSHA fines contractor more than $200,0002010-09-14The U.S. Department Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has fined a contractor in New York more than $200,000 for failing to have proper fall protection for employees.
OSHA funds $8 million in safety grants2010-09-10Thanks to new grant from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, workers will be able to get safety training in order to prevent workplace tragedies.
Dollar Tree in New Jersey fined $52,125 by OSHA2010-09-09In New Jersey, a discount retailer has been fined more than $50,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after it failed to protect workers from potentially harmful conditions.
Phenix Lumber fined by OSHA2010-09-08A lumber company in Alabama has been fined $439,000 by the federal government's safety regulators after one worker was killed at its facility and another was injured.
OSHA opening new offices2010-09-07The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced recently a series of new offices throughout the country in an effort to improve safety measures for workers.
U.S. Salt fined more than $100,000 by OSHA2010-09-07A manufacturer in Watkins Glen, New York, has been fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for 37 serious violations of workplace safety standards. After performing a comprehensive inspection during March, OSHA determined that the company had exposed workers to fire, crushing, fall, mechanical and electrical hazards and fined them $111,600 as a result.
Railroad company fired worker illegally2010-09-03Union Pacific Railroad Company in Oregon has been ordered to pay wages and punitive damages after an employee was fired for reporting an injurythat had occurred while on the job. The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration cited the company for violating whistle-blower protection provisions of the Federal Railroad Safety Act.
Rhode Island Construction company partners with OSHA2010-09-03A construction company and an advocacy council in Rhode Island have teamed up with the Providence Area Office of the Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration as the construction of a new school of higher education gets underway.
Alabama manufacturer fined by OSHA2010-09-02Hysco America's manufacturing plant in Greenville, Alabama, has been cited for 12 workplace safety and health violations by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration. The company has been fined $60,500 for various violations of OSHA standards.
VPP Group fined $369,500 by OSHA2010-09-02A meat processing plant in Wisconsin has been hit with a sizable fine from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for a series of violations at the company's Norwalk facility.
OSHA adds to whistleblower protections2010-09-01The federal government's safety regulators have introduced interim rules for workers who blow the whistle on employers that ignore safety concerns.
Cal OSHA amends heat rules2010-08-31The state of California is taking steps to protect workers from heat exhaustion when working outdoors.
Kansas USPS fined by OSHA2010-08-26The U.S. Postal Service in Kansas City, Kansas, has been fined $191,000 by federal government safety regulators for not properly protecting workers from hazards at the workplace.
OSHA investigating after worker crushed, injured in Massachusetts2010-08-25A worker in Norton, Massachusetts, was recently rescued by emergency responders after being trapped between a loading dock and an empty trailer. Following the rescue, it was announced that the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration would be investigating whether or not federal workplace safety standards had been violated by the man's employer, Sysco, the Taunton Gazette reported.
Companies run drills for safety training2010-08-23Three companies in New York are getting serious when it comes to safety training. The Batavian reports that Chapin Manufacturing of Batavia, New York, recently collaborated with Mercy Flight WNY and Oatka in order to be better prepared for emergency situations.
Cooperative Plus fined again by OSHA2010-08-18Cooperative Plus was recently fined by the the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after it violated federal safety standards.
Hi Plains Feed fined $48,500 by OSHA2010-08-12Hi Plains Feed in Garden City, Kansas, has come under fire for not properly maintaining a safe workplace for employees, and will soon pay the price.
AAR Summa Technology fined by OSHA2010-08-11Following an investigation at one of its facilities, the federal government's safety agency has handed out a sizable fine to an military aircraft parts manufacturer.
Eastern Roofing Systems cited by OSHA2010-08-11A roof repair company in Moscow, Pennsylvania, has been fined $53,000 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for failing to properly secure work spaces for its employees.
Matula&Matula fined by OSHA after worker death2010-08-09After one worker died inside a sanitary sewer manhole, a Texas construction company is facing serious penalties from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Georgia manufacturer fined by OSHA2010-08-06In Athens, Georgia, the federal government's safety agency has handed out a fine of more than $125,000 to a rubber manufacturer for exposing employees to safety hazards.
OSHA proposes $16.6 million fine after explosion2010-08-05Following the investigation of a deadly power plant explosion in Connecticut, the federal government is handing out substantial fines to the companies responsible for the catastrophe.
OSHA cites Maryland Metro2010-08-03Following the deaths of two track workers, the state safety agency in Maryland has cited the Metro for workplace safety violations.
EDAC fined $130,050 by OSHA2010-07-26EDAC Technologies was recently cited by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety for putting its employees to potential danger from workplace hazards.
Legion Industries fined $75,000 by OSHA2010-07-23A cookware manufacturing company in Waynesboro, Georgia, is being fined by the government's safety agency for failing to keep workers safe on its sites
Jarden Home Brands cited by OSHA2010-07-21A company in Texas has been fined by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a safety inspection revealed several infractions.
Rexnord Industries fined by OSHA after amputation at Wisconsin plant2010-07-16Rexnord Industries was recently cited by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after a mechanical power press operator had her arm amputated off when removing parts from a parts dumper. The company was fined a total of $130,500 for one willful, one repeat and six serious citations.
OSHA: BP oil spill supervisors must receive 40 hrs of training2010-07-12The work to clean up the spill in the Gulf has been going on since the tar balls began showing up on the shores of the region nearly three months ago. However, the workers that have been tasked with cleaning the affected areas may be improperly trained, according to the federal government's safety enforcement body.
OSHA, Imperial Sugar settle on citation payment2010-07-07After being cited by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupation Safety and Health Administration, Imperial Sugar recently announced that it had reached a settlement with the government.
OSHA investigating death of construction worker2010-07-01Investigators from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration are looking for answers after a deadly construction accident took the life of 35 year-old Phillip Soukup.
Mine safety is the focus of proposed law2010-06-30After the death of 29 workers at a West Virginia coal mine in April, many around the country found themselves asking the question - why was the mine allowed to stay open after so many violations?
USPS cited again by OSHA2010-06-23After failing an inspection by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, a U.S. Postal Service processing and distribution center in Portland, Oregon has been fined a total of $77,500. The facility was cited for willful and serious violations of safety standards, specifically for electrical hazards and a failure to adequately lock out machines' power sources to prevent unexpected start-ups.
OSHA's Severe Violators Enforcement Program now in effect2010-06-22The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Health and Safety Administration has now implemented its Severe Violators Enforcement Program. The directive seeks to punish employers who continually fail to follow workplace safety regulations.
United Oil, employees, charged in worker's death2010-06-21Criminal Charges have been brought against three employees of United Oil Recovery Services, as well as the company itself, stemming from the death of a worker two years ago, the Dayton Daily News reports.
Speaker focuses on Latino worker safety2010-06-18The Orange County Register reports that safety consultant Art Pedroza recently sounded the alarm when it comes to Latino workers' safety while speaking at a meeting of the Orange County chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers.
OSHA recognizes NCCER program2010-06-18The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has formally recognized the National Center for Construction Education and Research's Crane Operator Certification Program.
New Hampshire gun plant explosion kills two2010-06-16According to newly released court documents, a fatal explosion at the MDM Muzzleloader plant in New Hampshire last month may have been caused by the improper handling of dangerous materials, according to the Caledonian-Record.
OSHA introduces new training components for workers' rights2010-06-14The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration introduced a new item to its required content, which places added importance on workers' rights. The new "Introduction to OSHA" will now be required material for all OSHA 10- and 30-hour Outreach Training Program classes. The requirement comes on the heals of the Secretary of Labor's mission to strengthen the amount of say that workers get in the workplace.
Scuba Clean fined $200,900 by OSHA2010-06-11After receiving a complaint in December 2009, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has cited Scuba Clean in St. Petersburg, Florida for alleged safety and health violations. After all the violations were assessed, the company was given a fine totaling $200,900.
Minnesota OSHA fines two companies after death of workers2010-06-09Minnesota's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has cited a Minnesota fertilizer plant and an Oklahoma transportation company for violations after the deaths of two employees exposed to anhydrous ammonia last year.
Sypris receives SHARP award from OSHA2010-06-03The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has awarded Sypris Electronics a second straight certification from the Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program. The award was given based on the corporation's successful integration and up-keep of its safety and health program.
OSHA fines CEC Elevator Cab Corporation for continued safety violations2010-06-03CEC Elevator Cab Corporation, located in the Bronx, New York, has been cited by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for 18 alleged safety and health violations. In total, the corporation faces $346,500 in penalties, Reliable Plant reports.
OSHA fines New York Contractor $125,000 after stairs and plank collapse2010-06-01The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has fined New York Plank Services, a concrete installation contractor, after a recent partial building collapse in Brooklyn, New York. The contractor will be subject to a total of $125,800 in fines for alleged willful, serious and other-than-serious violations of safety standards.
OSHA fines contractor after worker falls 30 feet2010-05-28The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administrationhas cited Misdea Enterprises for several willful and serious safety violations discovered after a worker climbing a scaffold survived a fall of 30 feet.
OSHA says willful safety violations caused deadly explosions2010-05-28The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration had cited NDK Crystals for 12 willful and serious safety violations that led to a deadly explosion last December at the company's Illinois manufacturing building.
OSHA enhances security on training cards2010-05-28The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has incorporated several new security features into the wallet cards issued to workers who complete OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 training courses.
Taking a closer look at OSHA fall protection2010-05-26EHS Today says that there is still confusion about the various fall protection regulations enforced by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration. While OSHA regulations say that fall protection should be provided for those working higher than four feet in general industries and six feet in construction, the magazine says it's also important to consider what kind of protection is needed.
OSHA cites former New Jersey detergent factory2010-05-24The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Health and Safety Administration has cited laundry detergent manufacturer Church & Dwight for a number of serious violations after exposing its workers to hazardous chemicals at its former plant in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Mother calls for criminal charges in workplace deaths2010-05-21The Las Vegas Sun reports that a mother whose son was killed in a construction accident at a Las Vegas hotel says that prosecutors should work to press criminal charges against employers when workers are killed on the job.
VT Halter Marine fined more than $1.3 million2010-05-21Mississippi shipbuilder VT Halter Marine has been fined more than $1.3 million by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for an explosion last November that killed two workers and injured two more.
Auto supplier Sewon America faces OSHA citations2010-05-19The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has cited Sewon America and proposed penalties of $135,900 after discovering multiple workplace safety violations at its LaGrange, Georgia plant.
New Jersey manufacturer fined $158,5002010-05-18New Jersey manufacturing company Importers Service has been given proposed penalties of $158,500 by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for a series of workplace safety and training violations following an inspection last November.
OSHA fines Pennsylvania construction company2010-05-18Parkersburg, Pennsylvania-based White Horse Construction has been cited by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for willfully exposing its workers to unsafe fall hazards.
Har-Conn Chrome cited for 45 alleged violations2010-05-18The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has announced $77,500 in fines against Har-Conn Chrome for a total of 45 alleged serious workplace safety, health and training violations.
Ohio contractor cited for fall hazards2010-05-17Ohio construction contractor Spieker has been given $45,500 in proposed fines by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for putting its workers at dangerous heights while they worked at a local high school.
Dallas tortilla factory cited for 25 violations2010-05-17The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has issued the Lobo Tortilla Factory in Dallas, Texas 25 citations totaling $123,200, after discovering numerous health and safety violations during a recent inspection.
Concord, NH among 11 cities picked for OHSA pilot program2010-05-17Concord, New Hampshire was one of 11 cities chosen for a pilot program, in which building inspectors will partner with the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration to help reduce injuries and deaths at construction sites.
OSHA says methylene chloride standard saves lives2010-05-14The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration says that its methylene chloride standard has suceeded in better protecting industrial workers from excessive exposure.
Inspection of VA medical center finds 37 violations2010-05-13The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has announced it found a total of 37 workplace health and safety violations at the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Nurses lobby for safe lifting conditions2010-05-13Many former nurses are now testifying before Congress, saying that current legislation requiring the use of lifting equipment could have prevented the chronic back and neck injuries that forced many of them to quit.
OHSA investigates lead paint at Alabama plant2010-05-13Investigators for the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration are investigating a ThyssenKrupp steelprocessing plant in Mobile, Alabama after finding lead paint inside.
OSHA cites third USPS facility in 12 days2010-05-12The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has cited the U.S. Postal Service for three willful safety violations at its Denver Network Distribution Center in Denver because of electrical hazards.
OHSA cites second USPS processing facility this year2010-05-11The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has issued three willful citations, totaling $210,000, against the U.S. Postal Service's Bedford Park, Illinois processing center.
Tonawanda Coke cited for 14 serious safety violations2010-05-10Tonawanda Coke now faces $48,500 in fines from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration for 14 serious safety violations at its River Road plant in Tonawanda, New York.
Two Ohio steel plants receive safety awards2010-05-06AK Steel says that two of its Ohio plants have earned safety awards from the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation for their "outstanding safety performances" last year.
Worker safety bill could mean jail for violations2010-05-05The construction industry is attacking a proposed worker safety bill on Capitol Hill, saying its increased penalties will actually hurt efforts to improve safety, according to the Daily Reporter.
New OSHA office to open in Las Vegas2010-05-05Nevada congresswoman Dina Titus is applauding a move by the U.S. Department of Labor, which has announced that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration will soon open an office in quickly growing Las Vegas.
OSHA set to crack down on training standards2010-05-04The Obama administration and the The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration are considering requiring training certifications for all construction workers, along with supervisors and site safety personnel.
Noise-induced hearing loss a growing problem2010-05-04Noise-induced hearing loss is becoming an ever-growing problem among Americans, and specifically targets workers in certain industries, despite being preventable in most cases.
Texas plastics manufacturer faces $72,900 fine2010-05-04The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has levied $72,900 in potential penalties against plastics manufacturer Fenner Advanced Sealing Technologies-Houston for multiple health and safety violations found during an inspection there earlier this year.
U.S. Postal Service faces OSHA fines2010-05-03The Associated Press reports that the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has given the U.S. Postal Service $558,000 in fines for alleged worker safety violations at a processing and delivery center in Providence, Rhode Island.
OSHA slaps Raynham-based Electrochem with $6,000 penalty2010-04-30As the result of an investigation into an explosion that happened in August 2009, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently levied $6,000 in fines against Electrochem for violations of federal safety compliance, according to the Raynham Call.
OSHA and NAHB renew their alliance to protect worker safety2010-04-30The National Association of Home Builders and the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration have formally renewed their seven-year-old alliance to provide the construction industry with the tools to protect the safety and health of its workers.
Massachusetts workers rally for occupational safety at State House2010-04-29Dozens of protesters, including family members of those who died from on-the-job injuries, gathered outside of the State House in Boston recently to commemorate Workers Memorial Day, as a new report by the Massachusetts AFL-CIO revealed that 62 work-related deaths took place in the state during 2009, according to a recent report by the Enterprise.
Oklahoma wire manufacturer faces big OSHA fines2010-04-29The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has issued manufacturing film National Standard citations totaling $158,780 for multiple health and safety violations at their Oklahoma plant.
AFL-CIO says Bush administration"put lives in danger"2010-04-28Highlighting recent tragedies across the country, a new report by the American Federation of Labor - Congress of Industrial Organizations calls on Congress to pass strengthened safety laws they say were ignored by the Bush administration.
OSHA says deadly explosion revealed gaps in federal law2010-04-28Speaking before Congress, David Michaels, the head of the the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, told lawmakers that regulators were unable to keep track of companies which had committed safety violations in more than one state.
Packaging Corporation faces $96,500 fine2010-04-28The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has proposed a fine of $96,500 for multiple violations in workplace training and safety at the Packaging Corporation of America's Milwaukee manufacturing plant.
Tire manufacturer given $177,800 in penalties2010-04-28The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration has proposed a total of $177,800 in fines against Tireman Auto Service Centers for multiple safety violations discovered after four workers were seriously hurt, when an agricultural tire exploded.
Subcontractor contests OSHA fines after Cowboys Stadium fall2010-04-27A company spokesperson says Birdair plans to contest two fines levied by the the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration after two workers fell and were injured while performing work on the roof at the Dallas Cowboys' new $1.2-billion stadium.
OSHA issues Long Island contractor $11,700 in fines2010-04-27Antorino Sewer & Drain, a contractor based in Long Island, was recently fined $11,700 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration after an employee got caught in a 16-foot deep hole because of cave-in hazards.
OSHA leaders scrutinize incentive-based programs2010-04-21While many companies find that incentive-based safety programs are a way to promote the prevention of occupational hazards, they may be also discouraging the reporting of injuries, some government officials say.
$63,000 fine proposed by OSHA for Alabama manufacturer2010-04-20An Alabama manufacturer recently was accused by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of committing one willful violation and seven serious violations of national standards for workplace safety after the agency investigated an amputation incident.
Federal appeals court upholds OSHA authority2010-04-19The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia circuit recently ruled that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration has the authority to cite employers for each instance of a workplace safety violation rather than grouping them together, according to trade federation AFL-CIO.
Ohio manufacturer fined $91,000 by OSHA2010-04-14The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently cited an Ohio die cast metal products manufacturer with $91,000 in proposed penalties for violations of workplace safety laws, the agency announced.
OSHA approves rough terrain forklift decal2010-04-14While a wise guy on the job may think it's fun to get behind the wheel of a rough terrain forklift, a new product released by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers tells them "no."
Oregon OSHA hosts Safety Break to promote workplace safety2010-04-12States looking for new ways to promote workplace safety may want to follow the example of Oregon's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, which is conducting a day-long event devoted to avoiding hazards on the job.
California's Bimbo Bakery issued $230,535 willful citation2010-04-07The California division of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently announced that Bimbo Bakeries will face $230,535 in compliance fines, which includes a rarely issued $120,000 willful citation for disregarding safety regulations intentionally.
DOT issues rule for hours-of-service violators2010-04-05The U.S. Department of Transportation recently issued a new rule that requires commercial truck and bus companies that have violated hours-of-service standards to install electric on-board recorders in all their vehicles.
OSHA: Current workplace safety laws inadequate2010-04-01Current health and safety laws do not do enough to save lives and protect employees in the workplace, according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration officials who spoke at a recent hearing for the U.S. House of Representatives Education and Labor Committee's subcommittee on workforce protections.
Montana companies face OSHA fines2010-01-10Two companies in Montana have been fined by the federal government's safety agency after they put workers in danger of dust hazards.
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