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US Department of Labor, Harvey Construction Corp. align to promote safety, health during construction of Mark Stebbins Community Center
MANCHESTER, NH – The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has signed a strategic partnership with Harvey Construction Corp. to promote worker safety and health during construction of the Mark Stebbins Community Center.
US Department of Labor cites Ohio commercial bakery for repeat, serious safety violations following investigation
COLUMBUS, OH – The U.S. Department of Labor has cited an Ohio commercial bakery after a federal investigation determined the employer had allegedly exposed workers to unsafe working conditions including chemical, caught-between and caught-in, pinch-point, and struck-by hazards.
US Department of Labor cites Connecticut earthwork contractor for continued violations after follow-up inspection, proposes $1.2M fine
BRIDGEPORT, CT – The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has again cited an Easton concrete and earthwork contractor for willfully failing to protect workers from cave-in and excavation hazards and proposed more than $1.2 million in fines after a follow-up inspection uncovered numerous willful violations.
US Department of Labor issues 7 letters of interpretation addressing workplace safety, health requirements
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced today that it has issued seven letters of interpretation to ensure the consistent and transparent application of federal workplace safety and health standards.
US Department of Labor cites Idaho transformer manufacturer more than $986K for safety violations
POCATELLO, ID – The U.S. Department of Labor has cited an Idaho transformer producer for repeatedly exposing workers to serious safety hazards.
Federal investigation into fatality at Georgia-based engineering company finds employer exposed workers to chemical, asphyxiation hazards
ATLANTA – U.S. Department of Labor safety investigators have determined that an engineering and construction company exposed workers to safety hazards after an investigation into a worker fatality at the Hanwa Q Cells Georgia Inc. plant in White, Georgia.
US Labor Department extends contest dates for workplace safety, health, citations, focuses efforts to address pending complaints
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has resumed normal enforcement operations and is working diligently to continue its mission to ensure safe and healthy working conditions free from unlawful retaliation, while also helping employers reduce job hazards following a lapse in appropriations.
US Department of Labor proposes more than $1M fine following worker fatality at New Jersey vegetable processing facility
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor has cited a fresh-cut vegetable processing company for willfully and repeatedly violating safety requirements after a worker was fatally injured while cleaning and sanitizing a machine.
US Labor Department issues more than $900,000 in penalties to 2 companies after worker drowns in Georgia river
SAVANNAH, GA – The U.S. Department of Labor has cited a Florida painting contractor for willfully exposing workers to fall and drowning hazards.
US Labor Department cites Florida roofing contractor for allegedly exposing employees to hazards after worker falls through residential skylight
JACKSONVILLE, FL – Following two federal safety inspections, the U.S. Department of Labor has cited a Jacksonville roofing contractor with 10 safety violations for willfully exposing workers to fall hazards by not requiring them to wear fall protection while working at least six feet above a lower level, leading to over $700,000 in proposed penalties.
US Department of Labor renews national alliance to enhance worker safety in recycling industry
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration renewed its alliance with the Recycled Materials Association with the shared objective of improving the safety and health of workers in the recycling industry.
US Department of Labor unveils proposals to put American workers, businesses first in release of semiannual regulatory agenda
WASHINGTON – The Trump Administration today announced its Unified Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions, which provides the American people with a transparent look at regulations being considered by the Administration and ensures the public is engaged throughout the process.
US Department of Labor cites Port Saint Lucie tree service contractor after worker suffers fatal injuries
BOYNTON BEACH, FL – The U.S. Department of Labor has cited a Port Saint Lucie tree service contractor for allegedly exposing workers to crushed-by hazards after an employee suffered fatal injuries while operating a woodchipper at a Boynton Beach worksite in January 2025.
US Department of Labor, MEJA Construction partner to promote safety, health during construction projects in Henry, Clayton counties
ATLANTA – The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration signed two strategic partnerships with MEJA Construction Inc. to promote safety and health practices during the building of the Henry County school construction project in Stockbridge and the Riverdale Early Learning Center project in Riverdale.
US Department of Labor renews national alliance to enhance worker safety in waste and recycling industry
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration renewed its alliance with the National Waste & Recycling Association and the Solid Waste Association of North America with the shared goal of improving the safety and health of workers in the solid waste and recycling industry.
US Department of Labor renews Pennsylvania OSHA Consultation, Upper Bucks County Technical School alliance promoting young worker safety
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration today announced the renewal of its alliance agreement with the Pennsylvania OSHA Consultation Program and Upper Bucks County Technical School to continue health and safety training and education to high school students entering the workforce.
US Labor Department cites New Jersey commercial laundry company after worker injured at Kearny facility
KEARNY, NJ – The U.S. Department of Labor cited a commercial laundry company for alleged workplace safety hazards after an employee injury at its Kearny facility.
US Department of Labor recognizes Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton as a workplace safety ‘Star’
SAN FRANCISCO – The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has certified Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton as a "Star" employer in its Voluntary Protection Programs.
OSHA hosts Safe + Sound Week, August 11-17, promoting workplace safety
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration is teaming up with businesses across the country to celebrate Safe + Sound Week from Aug. 11-17, 2025.
US Department of Labor orders railroad company to reinstate worker, pay over $300K in back wages, damages, attorney’s fees
DALLAS – A federal whistleblower investigation found that Union Pacific Railroad Co. violated the Federal Railroad Safety Act by terminating a railroad engineer after the employee reported and sought medical care for a work-related injury.