Safety/Health

OSHA heat standard may be blocked after all

12/15/2025

It appeared that a Biden-era OSHA heat-standard regulation was on the verge of final approval, with the final step—review of comments received—imminent. Instead, competing bills in Congress may either block the regulation or provide OSHA with legal cover in the form of specific legislative authority to set heat standards.

Beware workplace risks surrounding the holiday shopping season

11/24/2025

Holiday shopping brings more than increased sales for retailers—it also increases the potential for workplace risks and workers’ comp claims. Melissa Burke, head of client experience and risk control for AmTrust Financial Services, offers several tips to help reduce the risks of costly injuries, illnesses and potential losses.

Top employers weave mental health into business priorities

11/17/2025

Well-being has become a key operational priority—one closely tied to performance and retention.

Global distress reshapes employee well-being

10/27/2025

The world’s mood is darkening—and it’s spilling into the workplace. Chronic emotional strain has replaced short-term burnout as a defining challenge for organizations and their people.

How to support employees during Breast Cancer Awareness Month—and beyond

10/20/2025

Employers can provide invaluable support to employees who receive this terrifying diagnosis. That includes offering cancer-support benefits. What better time to consider these offerings than during October, designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month?

DOT proposes adding two new substances to drug and alcohol testing

10/20/2025

The U.S. Department of Transportation proposes to amend its drug-testing program regulation, 49 CFR Part 40, to add fentanyl and norfentanyl to its drug-testing panels.

OSHA extends public comment period on heat injury rule—again

09/22/2025

The proposed rule would require employers to create a plan to evaluate and control heat hazards in their workplace. It would more clearly set forth employer obligations and the measures necessary to effectively protect employees from hazardous heat.

Detecting, preventing and eliminating drug abuse at work

09/15/2025

September is National Recovery Month, highlighting the work being done to help Americans recover from often-devastating addictions to drugs and alcohol. It’s a good time to review your policies on detecting, preventing and eliminating drug abuse in the workplace to make sure you’re doing so the legal way.

Safe + Sound Week: More than a checklist

08/04/2025

OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week, taking place August 11–17, offers a national platform to recognize progress in workplace safety while providing fresh ideas for building healthier, more resilient organizations.

OSHA penalty adjustments good news for small employers

07/28/2025

The new policy increases penalty reductions for small employers, making it easier for small businesses to invest resources in compliance and hazard abatement.