Hailiang Copper Texas cited for 24 serious safety, health violations for ignoring machine safety requirements.
October 2, 2024
The OSHA investigation determined that the Texas plant's operator failed to install required machine guards or locking devices, exposing workers to hazardous contact with moving machine parts.
Workers in the oil and gas industry, whether they work with pipelines, on oil rigs, as drivers or at well sites, face higher incidence and mortality rates.
A recent ISHN webinar highlighted the often-overlooked hazard of combustible dust, with expert Mark Hanson detailing the devastating consequences of ignoring this workplace threat.
In the United States, a worker dies every 96 minutes with nearly 5,500 fatal work injuries occurring in 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This represents a nearly 6% increase in fatal occupational injuries from 2021.
Research paper examines why diversity, equity and inclusion should be a foundational element of musculoskeletal disorder prevention and provides equitable solutions to minimize worker risks.
Manufacturing and maintenance industries have long grappled with the challenge of assuring worker safety amidst the complexities of operating heavy machinery and intricate equipment.
Agency says manufacturer could have prevented an electrician from suffering severe burns during an electrical arc blast if required safety standards were followed.
Protecting them from on-the-job injuries goes hand in hand with a facility’s success. To maintain productivity levels and revenue, you must minimize workplace hazards.
