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Small business opening after COVID

How To Prepare Your Business For A Safe Reopening After...


Reopening after COVID-19 requires more than unlocking the doors. This article outlines practical steps to redesign workspaces, implement daily health protocols, train employees, and follow CDC and state guidance to protect workers and restore operations safely.

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COVID
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Revised National Emphasis Program For Crystalline Silica


Revised National Emphasis Program elevates OSHA enforcement on crystalline silica with 50 µg/m³ PEL across high-risk industries like concrete and foundries. Contractors implement dust controls to avoid citations and protect workers from silicosis.

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Personal Protective Equipment
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U.S. Department of Labor Revises National Emphasis Program to Reduce...


OSHA’s revised program targets industries with the highest silica exposure, helping employers comply with updated standards and protect workers’ health. The guidance covers construction, maritime, and general industry, emphasizing inspections, enforcement, and strategies to minimize the risk of silicosis and other serious lung diseases.

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Respirable Crystalline Silica
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Occupational Fatalities in 2018


Occupational fatalities in 2018 reveal persistent opioid overdoses up 12% and workplace suicides rising 11%, despite construction fall deaths dropping to 2013 lows. Employers access OSHA toolkits and consultation programs to address these deadly trends effectively.

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Federal
June is Safety Month

June is National Safety Month


This month highlights workplace safety and ways businesses can prevent injuries and fatalities. Learn how to engage employees, implement safety training, and create a culture of hazard awareness to protect staff while supporting compliance and productivity.

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Safety Programs & Culture