August 26, 2026 · OSHA investigators found Watsontown Brick Co. knew about silica dust exposure, but did not establish regulated areas, require respirators, or provide medical exams to protect workers.
August 25, 2026 · KPA’s new lab-verified air and waste analysis service can help automotive dealerships and repair shops demonstrate compliance with OSHA and EPA rules through measured data.
August 25, 2026 · NIOSH is preparing employers to recognize Respiratory Protection Day on Sept. 1 by providing tools and resources to select and use the correct respirator for each job.
August 7, 2026 · OSHA’s revised Warehousing and Distribution Center National Emphasis Program, effective July 31, clarified expansions, removed retail, and made ergonomics & heat documentation optional.
July 23, 2026 · Organizations can celebrate and launch successful workplace safety and health programs by signing up for OSHA’s 2026 Safe & Sound Week, scheduled for Aug. 10-16.
July 22, 2026 · BUFF Safety’s Coolnet UV is a UPF50-certified neck gaiter designed to wick sweat and moisture quickly, with HeiQ Smart Temp cooling technology to reduce the risk of heat illness.
July 6, 2026 · Ergodyne Heat Stress Product Manager Lexi Hagler offers tips to use OSHA’s Heat National Emphasis Program as a tool for self auditing, program development, and inspection preparation.
June 23, 2026 · The Mayor’s executive order instructs NYC departments to distribute heat safety guidance for outdoor workers, including construction and app-based delivery workers, as soon as practicable.
June 12, 2026 · MSHA and MCPA will publish coal industry injury, illness, citation data, and case studies to improve training, education, best practice adoption, and foster a strong safety culture.
June 11, 2026 · MSHA renewed its alliance with the Essential Minerals Association to continue safety training and education programs for workers in industrial mineral mines and processing facilities.
June 9, 2026 · The ANSI/ASSP A10 Standards Committee revised five standards: Personnel Hoists and Employee Elevators, Personnel Nets, Debris Nets, Installation of Drilled Shafts, and Emergency Procedures.
June 5, 2026 · The MSHA and NLA are strengthening their partnership, which includes training, injury data reporting, and sharing technical expertise to prevent potential hazards in lime plants and quarries.
June 4, 2026 · Honeywell's OH32 facility in Columbus, Ohio is one of 16 new OSHA Voluntary Protection Program sites approved in 2026. VPP recognizes strong safety practices & reduces inspection rates.
June 3, 2026 · ASSP issued a statement following the May 2026 House Subcommittee on Workforce Protections meeting, dedicated to building a safer future.
May 19, 2026 · The Colorado State Senate defeated HB26-1054, which would have allowed the state to enforce repealed federal OSH laws, but passed HB26-1272, requiring heat incident data collection.