The risk of slipping, tripping or falling is prevalent in many facilities and job sites. In fact, falls are the second leading cause of occupational deaths, only surpassed by automobile accidents.

Workplaces have undergone significant transformations in the 21st century. But you wouldn’t know if you looked at the violations the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issues. In ...

The last earthly contact Siarhei Marhunou had with a construction material was with a 2 x 4 that was part of a protective guardrail on the balcony where he had been installing siding. The barrier had ...

Fall protection plans don’t stop at harnesses, anchors and other personal protective equipment. They must also include step-by-step instructions for rescue after a fall. Every second counts after a ...

Last year, the No. 1 most cited OSHA violation was for failing to meet the general requirements for fall protection as provided in 29CFR1926.50. The requirements are fairly detailed, so it’s ...

Learn how to design a comprehensive safety protocol for commercial rooftop access, including risk assessments, fall ...

The agency’s general duty clause means facilities can be responsible for mitigation even in the absence of a safety ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. LAKE ZURICH, Ill. — A suburban roofing contractor has been cited for the eighth time by the Department of Labor for alleged deadly ...