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More than two million workers in the construction industry have been exposed to silica in the workplace. Short of a complete double lung transplant, silicosis is both a chronic and incurable condition.

There were 5,486 fatal work injuries recorded in the United States in 2022, a 5.7 percent increase from 2021.

Clear guidance and alerts during extreme weather events or any dangerous weather conditions can help employees make the safest decisions and keep operations moving efficiently and effectively.

In this episode of ISHN’s podcast, we talk to Kyle Hubregtse, CEO of wearable tech company Kenzen, about the most dangerous jobs and how standards have evolved and will change to protect these workers.

Ohio instruments manufacturer reported six amputation injuries in the past eight years. OSHA's investigation finds multiple serious violations.

In 2022, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 222 workers in these industries suffered fatal workplace injuries and illnesses nationwide. 

Even in regions that traditionally experience milder winter weather conditions, changing climate patterns are leading to deep freezes and snowstorms that disrupt operations and lead to increased safety risks. 

Transformer maintenance involves several significant hazards. The most obvious of these are electrical risks and hazards, but it’s important to identify the other dangers personnel may encounter.

A16-year-old sanitation worker who was pulled into a machine, suffering fatal injuries.

Final rules for the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act are now published. The following should be your priority actions to ensure compliance and success with the new law.