August 12, 2026 · Ergodyne’s Chill-Its Heat Stress Prevention & Recovery Station all-in-one kit provides water, rest, and shade to help prevent heat stress and minimize heat exposure.
August 12, 2026 · REED Instruments’ R6200 WBGT Heat Stress Meter determines the "what it feels like" temperature, with a user-adjustable audible alarm to help protect workers from heat illnesses.
August 11, 2026 · A new study from TradeSafe analyzing BLS, OSHA, and NSC data found the costliest injuries are preventable - already covered by OSHA standards employers are expected to control.
August 7, 2026 · OSHA and the U.S. Coast Guard are working together in Northwest Oregon, announcing joint enforcement coordination, sharing technical assistance & hazard-specific training.
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.
August 4, 2026 · OSHA proposed $794,456 in penalties after two workers were killed by hydrogen sulfide gas in January. A second investigation began into hydrogen peroxide fire in March.
July 30, 2026 · OSHA marked National Whistleblower Day 2026 by recognizing workers who report safety concerns and highlighting protections available through its Whistleblower Protection Program.
July 29, 2026 · KPA’s Vera Suite all-in-one EHS software can help automotive repair facilities manage OSHA compliance & training, consolidating data from multiple locations in easy-to-use dashboards.
July 28, 2026 · KPA expanded its automotive service & collision repair EHS compliance software & consulting programs with enhanced capabilities that can help reduce incident rates and manage risk.
July 27, 2026 · In under four years, OSHA fined Orchids Builders $450K for seven failed inspections, all involving fall protection. Its two most-recent inspections generated nearly $350K in citations.
July 24, 2026 · Creative Safety Supply’s Lockout/Tagout product line includes both valve and electrical energy control tools to help close specific gaps that lead to incidents and OSHA citations.
July 24, 2026 · The CSB identified 5 key safety issues after investigating a toxic fire at Bio-Lab in Conyers, Georgia. It again urged OSHA and the EPA to expand reactive hazards regulatory coverage.
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 21, 2026 · Since 2020, OSHA cited Blazey Construction five times for trench safety violations. The agency proposed $343,797 in penalties following a trench collapse and worker hospitalization.
July 17, 2026 · OSHA proposed $300K in fines on D L Bandy Constructors and Pacesetters Personnel Services for removing ROPS and ignoring confined space rules after a worker died in a crawl space.