A gap in safety compliance could be the result of how the safety rules are perceived by the workers on the job.  A recent survey from TRADESAFE, conducted with 503 blue-collar workers, found that three specific factors account for underreporting of safety violations:...

OSHA recently updated its National Emphasis Program that protects workers from indoor and outdoor heat-related hazards. It will direct agency resources where they can make the biggest impact – focusing inspections and outreach in industries and workplaces where heat...

Having an evacuation plan in place before a flood occurs can help avoid confusion and prevent injuries and property damage. A thorough evacuation plan should include: Conditions that will activate the plan Chain of command Emergency functions and who will perform them...

The Bureau of Labor Statistics released a report showing that fatal work injuries in the US were down 4.0% in 2024 compared to 2023. The fatal work injury rate was 3.3 fatalities per 100,000 full-time workers in 2024, a decrease from a rate of 3.5 in 2023. Key...

• FALL PROTECTION - General Requirements (1926.501) • HAZARD COMMUNICATION (1910.1200) • LADDERS (1926.1053) • CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY - Lockout / Tagout (1910.147) • RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (1910.134) • FALL PROTECTION - Training Requirements (1926.503) •...

Congratulations to our newest COSS graduates who recently completed the Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) program. Pictured: instructor John Marsden and students Matthew Smith, Christopher Repine, and Lexleigh Fair. This five day program is designed to...

This list is based on Aug. 12, 2025 data. An update is expected before the end of OSHA’s fiscal year. • FALL PROTECTION - General Requirements (1926.501) • HAZARD COMMUNICATION (1910.1200) • LADDERS (1926.1053) • CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY - Lockout / Tagout...

Recently, two more safety professionals advanced their careers by completing the in-person Certificate for Occupational Safety Managers (COSM) course. Pictured are students Antonino Aversa (left) and Paul Norvilla (right) along with instructor Ronnie Meyers (center)....

Congratulations to our recent COSS graduates: Thomas Lare, Jenny Jasper, Sean Scanlon, and Tanner Schmitt! They have completed the Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) program with instructor Greg Hays. This five day program is designed to help workers...