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HR Dive ·

Teen’s ‘therapeutic’ DJ classes did not entitle mother to FMLA leave, court finds

While the mother, a Mattress Firm manager, said the classes were related to her son’s mental health, the court noted they had not been prescribed.
Safety+Health Magazine, Latest ·

EPA wants feedback on flammable, colorless liquid

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency is seeking comment on a draft risk evaluation that states the chemical substance 1,2-dichloropropane poses “unreasonable risk” to workers under…
OSHA Injury Tracking Application ·

Partnership #1451 - Agreement - March 4, 2026

Partnership #1451 - Agreement - March 4, 2026 cottle.rachell… 2026-09-17 2026-03-04 Current Regional Denver #1451 - Langlas & Associates, Inc. – Vim Hotel at Montana State University Directorate of…
OSHA News Releases ·

US Department of Labor investigation finds Chicago construction employer exposed workers to continued safety hazards, proposes $265K in penalties

September 15, 2026
HR Dive ·

Colorado judge: Doctor’s burnout wasn’t a disability

The Americans with Disabilities Act and related federal laws define disability broadly, but recent federal court decisions demonstrate the statute’s limits.
Safety+Health Magazine, Latest ·

Pennsylvania expands use of blue lights for roadside assistance vehicles

Harrisburg, PA — A new law in Pennsylvania signed July 20 by Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) permits emergency roadside vehicles to be equipped with one or more flashing or revolving blue lights. Rep. Robert…
OSHA Injury Tracking Application ·

#1451 - Langlas & Associates, Inc. – Vim Hotel at Montana State University

#1451 - Langlas & Associates, Inc. – Vim Hotel at Montana State University cottle.rachell… 2026-09-17 2026-03-04 Current 1451 Denver Langlas & Associates, Inc. Montana On-Site Safety and Health…
HR Dive ·

Religious bias requires more than knowledge of employee’s accommodation need, court says

Federal courts have been asked in recent months to decide what counts as sufficient disclosure of an employees’ religious beliefs, particularly in the COVID-19 vaccination context.
Safety+Health Magazine, Latest ·

Prevent falls from scaffolds: New toolbox talk available

Washington — Workers who use scaffolds should be trained on proper setup and operation to avoid serious injury and death, NIOSH emphasizes in a new toolbox talk. “When scaffolds aren’t set up…
HR Dive ·

Why aren’t women applying? It may be due to a lack of representation.

In an Emory University study, women survey-takers seemed discouraged from applying for jobs that were perceived as lacking gender diversity.
Safety+Health Magazine, Latest ·

AI in safety management programs

What safeguards should safety professionals look for before trusting that artificial intelligence-generated guidance is accurate enough to act on?
HR Dive ·

Week in review: Employers need more ‘bench strength’

We’re rounding up last week’s top stories, including the percentage of Generation Z workers that said they intend to look for a new role before the year is through.
Safety+Health Magazine, Latest ·

FACE Report: Electrician trainee electrocuted at commercial jobsite

Case report #: 25KY032 Date of report: May 1, 2026 Issued by: Kentucky State Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation Program On the day of the incident, a 23-year-old electrician trainee arrived…
HR Dive ·

The CFO paradox: Balancing global hiring confidence vs restraint

CFOs balance global hiring opportunities with complex risks across borders. But are they succeeding?
Safety+Health Magazine, Latest ·

Perform a risk assessment to prevent harm

Although often used interchangeably, the terms “hazard” and “risk” don’t mean the same thing. Hazard: Something that could result in an injury or illness, or even death Risk: The severity of the harm…
HR Dive ·

Why better support — not more features — is the missing link in HR technology

The value of a service-led HR platform isn’t just what it can do — it’s how well it’s backed by expertise, implemented and used.
Safety+Health Magazine, Latest ·

Beware of hidden hazards in recycled materials

Does your workplace have a recycling program? Here’s something to think about: The Division of Workers’ Compensation at the Texas Department of Insurance notes that many organizations “collect…
HR Dive ·

How healthcare costs are changing the game for PEOs — and the worksite employers they support

Small business employers now cite controlling healthcare costs as their top strategic priority for benefits. Here’s how PEOs can deliver value.
Safety+Health Magazine, Latest ·

Prevent falls on equipment

In many parts of the country, as the autumn season settles in, workers may be exposed to inclement weather on the jobsite. Severe thunderstorms can turn dirt into mud. Temperatures can dip into…
On the forums
Please stop sexualizing safety professionals. We're more than just sex symbols.
r/SafetyProfessionals · 117 · 33 USA
I dont want to know what happens if that beard gets caught or the blade catches a nail in those boards?
r/OSHA · 1308 · 92
Safety while working in an elevator shaft
r/SafetyProfessionals · 6 · 19 USA
A crane operator had to be taken down by the fire department as he was too drunk to even climb down by himself.
r/OSHA · 4775 · 118
How far should a safety vendor's responsibility go when the plant operator keeps running with known safety problems?
r/SafetyProfessionals · 7 · 5 USA
Don't worry, the ground will catch you.
r/OSHA · 646 · 82
This site in my city allows Turbans and Hardhats
r/OSHA · 777 · 181
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