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Combustible Dust Hazards

June 3, 2026

The Chemical Safety Board is currently looking to better understand why efforts that have been made to manage and control combustible dust hazards are not working – often failing to prevent deadly workplace explosions.

In May 2017, an explosion and fire killed five workers and injured 14 others at the Didion Milling Company facility in Cambria, Wisconsin. The Chemical Safety Board implemented the program it called Call to Action: Combustible Dust, » Read More

DOI Concerned for Safety of Workers at Offshore Renewable Energy Facilities

May 11, 2026

The workplace can be many different places. Land-based work is generally under the jurisdiction of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) or state agencies under its purview. OSHA and state equivalent agencies set workplace standards, perform inspections, and issue citations requiring corrective action to protect workers. However, there are exceptions to OSHA’s jurisdiction over water-based workplaces. » Read More

Risks of Violence for Mental Healthcare Workers

May 4, 2026

Mental healthcare is a hot topic in today’s society, especially in the wake of the numerous acts of workplace violence that have occurred over the past decade. Identifying and treating mental illness can hopefully stop the devastating mass shootings and violence that has plagued our country. While the focus is on establishing mental healthcare facilities and treatment programs, little focus has been placed on the risks that mental healthcare workers are facing in their jobs on a daily basis. » Read More

How Can I Keep My Boat Safe During the Summer?

April 13, 2026

Each year, boaters prepare their vessels for seasonal activities. This relies on the specific type, design, and age of the boat. Yet, there are fundamental tasks that apply and paying careful attention will protect the value and aesthetic of the boat and ensure that it is functioning safely. Salty air and extreme temperature changes over time can lead to the dry rot of hoses and other rubber parts. » Read More

What Injuries are Covered by Workers’ Compensation?

April 6, 2026

Determining if an injury that occurred in a work environment is covered under workers’ compensation can be complicated. With so many different types of situations, workplace accidents and employee injuries, eligibility is not always clear-cut. Understanding some of the basics about how workers’ compensation works can be helpful.

Workers’ Compensation Basics

Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance that nearly all companies must have for their employees. » Read More

What is the Small Passenger Vessel Safety Act?

March 9, 2026

Congress recently introduced a bill to update maritime regulations to address the danger of fires on covered small passenger vessels. One of the bill’s sponsors noted that older boats were grandfathered in and exempt from newer vessel safety rules. He describes the bill as seeking to modernize maritime safety in a way that is both practical and imperative. » Read More