A lawsuit by meat plant workers against the Occupational Health and Safety Administration, claiming the agency failed to protect them from COVID-19, has been dismissed by a Pennsylvania federal judge.
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) released a research agenda for critical issues involved in the COVID-19 pandemic. Future research should focus on essential workers involved in critical continuity functions in the United States, according to NIOSH.
As the pandemic continues, warehouse workers are still adapting. In particular, social distancing is essential to prevent the spread of the virus, keep employees safe, and maintain operations.
International Commerce Marketing (ICM) Corp’s Postal Products Unlimited, a long-time supplier to the United States Postal Service (USPS), and its GSA division choose SelectFlex Arch Adjustable Insoles to help enhance the health of postal workers and other Federal Government personnel.
Electrical contracting company Rosendin created this educational video to showcase the importance of proper fall protection. They even conduct a mock autopsy with a medical doctor.
Testing for hazardous gases can be a challenge in the workplace. Invisible, odorless gases can be difficult to detect, which is why it’s important to test the air before entering the space.
Indoor manufacturing, warehousing and distribution environments tend to be fast-paced, with often long hours of standing and movement. Flat, hard surfaces may lead to foot fatigue, as well as knee and back pain.
OSHA announced its preliminary Top 10 most frequently cited workplace safety standards for fiscal year 2020. As is usually the case, the Top 10 violations didn’t change from FY 2019, they just swapped numbers.
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