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Nothing Is Final Yet: OSHA’s Deregulatory Docket Reaches the Hearing Room
By NASP Blogger Current Events
OSHA’s deregulatory rulemaking effort moves into its most visible phase this month. The agency begins a series of informal public hearings on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. ET, held virtually and continuing on subsequent weekdays. More than twenty proposed rules are on the docket, and this is the point at which the record…
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Workplace Robotics Cause Safety Concerns
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Fighting Complacency
08.07.2019 ComplianceWe all become complacent with the hazards we have to deal with on a day to day basis. We all…
Complacency: The Silent Killer
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Complacency Deserves a Place on OSHA’s Top 10
07.26.2019 ComplianceOne of the most experienced CSPs I know has a story that he likes to tell about a facility where…
Anticipating Critical Errors
07.23.2019 ComplianceWhen you think about anticipating error, especially your own, it’s an interesting concept because—obviously—if we all knew that we were…
Two Notable RCRA Regulations on the Way
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Not All Injuries Can Be Prevented
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Should Stickers Be Applied to Hard Hats?
07.03.2019 ComplianceThere’s no question that applying stickers to your hard hat is a great way to set you apart from everyone…
The Process and Benefits of Process Safety
06.25.2019 ComplianceWhen working with hazardous substances, materials or energy, organizations are required to prevent or control incidents that have the potential…
How to Keep Heavy Equipment Operations on Track
06.19.2019 ComplianceOperating heavy machines can be a dangerous job — even when the equipment is functioning as it should, and employees…
A Practical Guide to Understanding Confined Spaces
06.12.2019 ComplianceRules and regulations regarding confined spaces can be confusing for many workers and even employers—and understanding what’s required can be…
Jobs Workers Under 18 Cannot Do
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