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June Safety Roundup

Recent Workplace Safety Incidents Workplace safety remains a critical concern across every industry, from emergency response and manufacturing to chemical processing and transportation. Recent incidents around the country have highlighted the devastating consequences that can occur when hazardous materials, chemical systems, and emergency situations intersect. This month’s safety roundup examines three significant events that resulted…

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New ASTM SIF Standard: What It Means for Internal Injury Reporting

New ASTM SIF Standard: What It Means for Internal Injury Reporting

06.12.2026 Compliance
ASTM International recently released ASTM E2920-26, an updated standard that introduces a more structured approach to recording and evaluating workplace…
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California’s Silicosis Crisis Highlights The Need For Stronger Worker Protections

California’s Silicosis Crisis Highlights The Need For Stronger Worker Protections

06.12.2026 Compliance
A growing health crisis in California is shining a spotlight on one of the most serious and preventable occupational diseases:…
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NASP’s New NFPA 70E Online Courses Help Build Safer Electrical Workplaces

NASP’s New NFPA 70E Online Courses Help Build Safer Electrical Workplaces

05.14.2026 Compliance
Why NFPA 70E Training Matters Electrical hazards remain one of the most serious workplace safety risks across many industries. The…
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Preparing for OSHA’s Next Wave of Enforcement

Preparing for OSHA’s Next Wave of Enforcement

05.14.2026 Compliance
Workplace safety enforcement is expected to remain a top priority in 2026, with OSHA continuing targeted inspections in high-risk industries…
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Heat Injury and Awareness on the Job: Preparing for Summer Hazards

Heat Injury and Awareness on the Job: Preparing for Summer Hazards

04.09.2026 Compliance
As temperatures rise heading into the summer months, so do the risks associated with working in hot environments. Heat-related illnesses…
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Did OSHA Really Skip Its Annual Penalty Increase?

Did OSHA Really Skip Its Annual Penalty Increase?

04.09.2026 Compliance
Earlier this year, some safety professionals started asking a simple but surprising question: Did OSHA forget to increase its penalties?…
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Lithium-Ion Batteries: The Hidden Workplace Fire Risk (and What to Do About It)

Lithium-Ion Batteries: The Hidden Workplace Fire Risk (and What to Do About It)

03.05.2026 Compliance
Lithium-ion batteries quietly power more of your workplace than ever—cordless tools, radios, laptops, cleaning equipment, e-bikes and scooters, material-handling equipment,…
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Wildfire Smoke and Air Quality: What Employers Need to Know to Protect Workers

Wildfire Smoke and Air Quality: What Employers Need to Know to Protect Workers

03.05.2026 Compliance
Wildfire smoke is no longer a remote concern for workplaces in remote regions. Smoke from wildfires hundreds of miles away…
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DOT in Hot Water over Use of AI

DOT in Hot Water over Use of AI

02.13.2026 Compliance
Background Recent reporting has raised alarms about the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) decision to use Google’s generative AI model…
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Construction Safety Regulations: Navigating Compliance and Ensuring Worker Safety

Construction Safety Regulations: Navigating Compliance and Ensuring Worker Safety

10.16.2025 Compliance
Worker health and safety are priorities in the construction industry because small oversights can have significant consequences. However, staying on…
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Debunking a Common Myth: Can OSHA Cite You for Not Having an Arc Flash Label?

Debunking a Common Myth: Can OSHA Cite You for Not Having an Arc Flash Label?

10.09.2025 Compliance
As a safety professional, you’ve likely heard it in meetings or on the shop floor: “If OSHA sees that panel…
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Choosing the Right PPE: Avoiding Substandard and Fake Products

Choosing the Right PPE: Avoiding Substandard and Fake Products

09.11.2025 Compliance
A Growing Problem with Online PPE Recent reports have highlighted serious concerns about the sale of substandard personal protective equipment…
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