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OSHA inspection was initiated after an agency inspector observed company employees exposed to falls of up to 20 feet while working on rooftops.

The “star” designation is the highest level of recognition that an employer can achieve in the VPP.

British Red Cross says less than 60 percent of UK workers know where the first-aid kit is kept.

Gov. Rendell said the reduction comes as a result of decreases in the frequency of compensation claims.

U.S. DOT says rule will focus on reducing common mistakes that result in nearly half of all human factor-caused train accidents.

Massive explosion and fire at a Georgia sugar refinery Feb. 7 has renewed concerns about the adequacy of industry safety standards for combustible dust.

Fire department officials announced that the “Sound the Alarm” safety campaign will focus on the importance of smoke detectors.

Manufacturing facility cited after OSHA inspectors found hazards involving the control of hazardous energy, as well as other safety and health violations.

The chicken industry is playing a lead role in improving worker safety and reducing the incidence of injuries and health problems, says the NCC.

Stress is responsible for more than half of all missed work days, costing the European economy an estimated 20 billion euros ($29 billion) each year.