Items Tagged with 'Workers Memorial Day'

On April 23, OSHA and Mine Safety and Health Administration will honor loved ones who have lost their lives on the job during its national Workers Memorial program.

Workers Memorial Day serves as a powerful reminder to reaffirm the ongoing commitment to the fight for safe and healthy working conditions.

The date commemorates the founding of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in 1971.

Workers Memorial Day is observed on April 28 with local observances across the country.

Government agency provides support to families of fallen workers and stresses importance of workplace safety on April 28, Workers Memorial Day.

Amazon, Tesla, FedEx, Class I Railroads are among those cited. Data also shows that injuries and fatalities are on the rise as minority workers suffer highest rates of on-the-job deaths.

On this Workers Memorial Day, remember that we all have a role to play in making sure our nation’s workplaces do not endanger our safety and health.

Each year, the families and friends of fallen workers, and organizations, including the U.S. Department of Labor and its Occupational Safety and Health Administration sadly observe April 28 as Workers Memorial Day.

Let us step back and reflect on the sweat, blood and tears that built this great nation. Think about the men and women that gave their lives. Labor Day is the day for us to remember these great workers. We should celebrate their lives, accomplishments, learn from their mistakes, and hold them in great regard every day of the year.

Workers' Memorial Day, International Workers 'Memorial Day or International Commemoration Day (ICD) for Dead and Injured or Day of Mourning takes place annually around the world on April 28, an international day of remembrance and action for workers killed, disabled, injured or made unwell by their work.