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Partial government shutdown impacts safety-critical agencies

February 2, 2026 · Portions of the U.S. Federal Government shut down after Congress failed to pass legislation for FY 26 appropriations Jan. 29. Safety-essential inspections and enforcement continue.

OSHA extends updated Hazard Communication Standard compliance dates

January 27, 2026 · OSHA extended its updated Hazard Communication Standard compliance dates by four months to give it time to publish necessary guidance materials for the regulated community to review.

Work Safety 101: OSHA 300 Injury and Illness Reporting

January 19, 2026 · Learn how to follow OSHA’s annual injury and illness reporting process, or OSHA 300, including who must report, due dates, exemptions, and additional requirements for certain injuries.

Next World Confined Space Entry VR training

January 15, 2026 · Next World’s Confined Space Entry VR training can help workers build muscle memory for safe decision-making, hazard recognition, and emergency preparedness in confined spaces.

FRA to enforce English proficiency for Mexican train crews in U.S.

December 30, 2025 · After inspections found some Mexican train crews could not understand safety requirements in English, the FRA is stopping uncertified crews at customs and limiting them to 10 miles from point of entry.

BIG STIK Tomahawk railroad brake stick

December 3, 2025 · BIG STIK’s Tomahawk allows train crews to operate handbrakes, angle cocks, and retainer valves from a safe distance, reducing the risk of serious injuries from back strain.

NTSB issues safety alert on unsecured railroad equipment

December 2, 2025 · After five accident investigations, including one fatality, the NTSB issued a safety alert on unexpected movement of unsecured railroad equipment, including a list of best practices.

How Outsight’s spatial intelligence could have protected the Louvre

October 28, 2025 · Outsight’s real-time lidar-based spatial AI can strengthen safety and security. The company explained how its spatial intelligence could have protected the Louvre from the recent heist.

Congatec completes IEC 60068 testing for compact processor

October 23, 2025 · Congatec’s compact conga-TC675r processor module was tested to meet 60068 environmental condition and IEC 61373 category 2 standard railroad shock and vibration requirements.

Senate confirms safety agency leaders

October 14, 2025 · The U.S. Senate recently confirmed over 100 nominees for administrative positions, including assistant secretaries and review commission members for OSHA and the MSHA.

Magid CX4080 safety goggles feature anti-fog coating

October 8, 2025 · The recently-introduced Magid CX4080 clear safety goggles feature PureVue anti-fog coating, are ANSI Z87+ rated for splash and dust protection, and recommended for a variety of uses.

Honeywell to equip Mexican LNG export terminal with safety systems

September 4, 2025 · Amigo LNG will adopt Honeywell LNG pretreatment to meet standards, and Integrated Control and Safety Systems including fire and gas detection and surveillance safety systems.

Swift Navigation, Lightbug partner to provide accurate geolocating

September 4, 2025 · Lightbug’s devices are now compatible with Swift’s Skylark Precise Positioning Service, which can help improve safety for construction, railroad, logistics, and infrastructure workers.

Four trends in the CSB’s Volume 3 chemical incident reports

September 2, 2025 · Volume 3 of the CSB’s chemical incident reports cover 30 incidents from 2020 to 2025 that caused two deaths, 25 serious injuries, and $1.8 billion in damage across 15 states.

OSHA hosts Safe + Sound Week, August 11-17, promoting workplace safety

August 12, 2025 · Safe + Sound is a year-round campaign to encourage every workplace to have a safety and health program