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The Hearings Are Over. The Standards Aren’t.
By NASP Blogger Compliance
OSHA’s deregulatory rulemaking reached the end of its most visible phase last month. The agency held five days of informal public hearings beginning August 19, 2026 and concluding August 26, all held virtually before an administrative law judge. The record is now built. What happens next occurs out of public view. What the Five Days…
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EPA Opts Against Regulating Lead Wheel Weights Amid Declining Usage and Low Exposure Risk
02.13.2025 Current EventsEPA’s Decision on Lead Wheel Weights The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced its decision not to regulate the…
AI in Occupational Medicine: Revolutionizing Workplace Health and Safety
02.13.2025 TechnologyArtificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries across the board, and occupational medicine is no exception. A recent study published in…
Understanding Psychosocial Hazards in the Workplace
01.20.2025 Psychological Health and SafetyWhile the term “psychosocial hazards” might sound complex, it simply refers to aspects of our work environment that can negatively…
Big Changes in 2024: A Look Back at NASP’s Transformational Year
01.20.2025 Current Events2024 proved to be an extraordinary year of growth and innovation for the National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP). From…
OSHA and MSHA Civil Penalty Amounts Increasing by 2.6% on Jan. 15
01.20.2025 ComplianceCivil penalties issued by OSHA and MSHA will rise by about 2.6% on Jan. 15, in accordance with the Federal…
Study Finds Prolonged Sitting Raises Heart Risks—even for Regular Exercisers
01.20.2025 Current EventsThe Sedentary Danger A new study from Massachusetts General Hospital shows that spending more than 10.6 hours a day sitting,…
OSHA Ends Pursuit of COVID-19 Standard for Healthcare, Shifts Focus to Broader Infectious Diseases Rule
01.16.2025 ComplianceOSHA has officially halted its efforts to establish a COVID-19-specific standard for healthcare settings, opting instead to focus on completing…
OSHA and Amazon Reach Settlement to Improve Worker Safety
01.14.2025 ComplianceIn a significant move to enhance workplace safety, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Amazon have reached a…
Now you see me, now you don’t – Part 2 – Ergonomics
12.26.2024 ComplianceWhat Is Workplace Ergonomics? In our last issue we saw that overexertion and bodily reaction accounted for most days away…
Supporting the Mental Health of Frontline Workers: Key Strategies for Employers
12.26.2024 ComplianceFrontline employees; those in healthcare, education, retail, emergency services, and beyond, face intense emotional demands, making mental health support crucial.…
Discover the Ultimate Safety Resource — NASP’s YouTube Channel
12.26.2024 YoutubeIn today’s digital age, on-demand learning and accessible guidance are crucial for safety professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and…
Compliance Roundup – Recent Violations from Across the Country
12.26.2024 ComplianceIn recent enforcement actions, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has identified significant safety violations…
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