Workplace accidents rarely happen in isolation. In many cases, they are the predictable result of unsafe conditions that were ...

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 ...

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 ...

OSHA sets the baseline for fall protection—but is that really enough? As fall-related fatalities continue to rise, safety leaders must rethink their approach, with or without regulatory oversight.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration urges mine operators to strengthen fall protection measures following a rise in violations and fatal incidents. The Mine Safety and Health Administration ...

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 ...

This story was produced by Amy Ramirez-Leal and distributed by Next Net. Millions of people end up in the ER every year because of accidents that could have been prevented. The results are often ...

FARGO — As warmer temperatures melt snow, the risk of falls increases as the water refreezes, creating hazardous icy conditions. Health experts are urging the public to take extra precautions, ...

In Maryland, slip and fall accidents are categorized under premises liability law, which involves injuries that occur due to hazardous conditions on someone else’s property. A slip and fall injury ...

A new study revealed that Vermont has the second-highest rate of fatal fall injuries relative to its population from 2019 to 2023 across the U.S.