Washington — OSHA will reopen, for an additional 60 days, the comment period on its proposal to revoke Arizona’s State Plan status, the agency has announced.

Washington — A State Plan covering Massachusetts’ state and local government employees is now a reality after OSHA announced its initial approval.

Lansing, MI — Michigan OSHA has launched a state emphasis program aimed at identifying and reducing exposures to indoor and outdoor heat-related hazards.

Portland, OR — A recent study of residential construction supervisors in Oregon who received toolbox talks via text messages showed that their compliance with Oregon OSHA’s standard on safety meetings increased – and the delivery method was welcomed.

Columbia, SC — To help mark its 50th anniversary as a State Plan state, South Carolina OSHA is encouraging employers to provide at least 50 minutes of additional safety training to their workers during Safety Stand Down Week – set for Dec. 5-9.

Sacramento, CA — In an effort to “enhance commercial vehicle safety” and “create consistency between state and federal regulations,” the California Highway Patrol is proposing the state adopt regulations requiring the use of electronic logging devices for commercial motor vehicle carriers involved in intrastate operations.

Sacramento, CA — California’s Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board has voted to adopt non-emergency COVID-19 prevention regulations.

Washington — Arizona’s State Plan for oversight of worker safety and health will remain in place after OSHA announced its plan to withdraw a proposed rule to “reconsider and revoke” the final approval status of the plan.

Salem, OR — Oregon OSHA is encouraging all employers and workers in the state to “celebrate their safety and health achievements” and examine and renew their current safety efforts during the agency’s 20th annual Safety Break for Oregon.

Washington — OSHA has certified a revised State Plan for Maine that covers state and local government workers.

Salem, OR — Students from Portland’s Parkrose High School and West Linn High took the top prizes in this year’s Oregon OSHA media contest to promote young worker safety and health awareness.

Augusta, ME — The number of injuries among teen workers in Maine doubled over a recent 10-year period, data from the state’s Department of Labor shows.

Santa Ana, CA — California’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health is “extremely motivated” to move forward on an emergency temporary standard on silica hazards for workers who handle engineered stone.

Washington — OSHA has added two series of FAQs to its State Plan whistleblower information website.

Salem, OR — Oregon OSHA is encouraging all employers and workers in the state to recognize their “successes in cultivating safe and healthy workplaces” during the agency’s 21st annual Safety Break for Oregon.

Washington — OSHA plans to open a new regional office, merge two of its regions and rename its regional offices.

Rosemont, IL — The OSHA region that Bill Donovan oversees will soon be renamed, but what won’t change are the agency’s efforts to promote and protect worker safety and health.

Washington — OSHA has unveiled a new mission statement that “more fully reflects the agency’s purpose and the work we do to serve that purpose.”

Washington — Fifty million workers will have to endure “excruciating heat” in the coming months, according to a Public Citizen report that examines state efforts to protect against the hazard.

Iowa City, IA — Safety pros can make and manage an effective heat-related illness prevention program by implementing the Hierarchy of Controls, Iowa OSHA Bureau Chief Peggy Peterson says in a new video.

Hunt Valley, MD — Maryland is the latest state to adopt a standard on heat illness prevention.

Trusted and worn by more than 200,000 health care professionals daily, ATN Compression Socks gently support the lower leg where it needs the most circulation – without that tight, binding feeling.

The Wolverine Overpass features Wolverine Contour Welt technology, designed to bend and flex at essential points for maximum comfort and performance.

This line of PVC knee boots, now available under the Premier G2 and Profile brands, features composite safety toes that meet or exceed ASTM F2413-11 requirements for toe impact and compression, as well as expansion pleats at the top of the boot that relax up to 1.5 inches to accommodate larger calves.

The Asphalt I/75 C/75 EH PR work boot has a polyurethane/rubber sole without cleats to avoid leaving marks on asphalt.

The Wolverine Contractor LX delivers an athletic fit and feel for instant and long-lasting comfort.

The electric hazard-rated Pilot General Purpose Knee Boot (Style #31341) features Calf Relief Expansion, which expands up to 1.5 inches to provide extra room in the calf area.

The 2403 BRNR XP men’s 6-inch work boot features Oro Taos leather with direct-attach welt construction.

The Chicago Brown EH PR is a tough work boot made of water-repellent nubuck with sealed seams.

Workbrutes G2 PVC Overboots have wider ball widths, higher toe boxes and overall larger proportions to better fit the larger types of footwear worn by workers in food processing, petrochemical refineries, concrete pouring, agricultural, large animal veterinary care and other applications.

SmartCells SlimLine Anti-fatigue Mats are ideal for light commercial settings.

The Groundbreaker work boot line has two new models. The IA5011 (left) adds extra puncture protection for scrapyards, fab shops, waste piles and floors littered with slag and sharp steel.

Stride Full Foot Ice Traction Aid provides full coverage for maximum traction support on ice or snow.

Pulsar PVC Knee Boots have calf relief expansion that offers workers up to 1.5 inches for more comfort.

The CoolTech Athletics line for men and women offers the look and lightweight feel of a sneaker with the protective features of a safety boot.

Designed for light industrial jobs, the Zero-G Lite is a work shoe that does not sacrifice style or comfort, allowing wearers to easily transition from the jobsite to off the clock.

The Badger Boots line of footwear has plain and steel toe styles that feature soft, flexible and breathable neoprene uppers.

The Snugboot’s Purotex material ensures a breathable and waterproof upper, while Purofort – with millions of evenly distributed air pockets – guarantees a lightweight and thermally insulated boot for long-lasting comfort.

The Reinforcer Wedge Work Boot is a fashionable yet durable all-day work boot designed specifically for brick and stone masons, concrete finishers, steel workers, and plumbers.

The Cincinnati is a wedge-soled work boot featuring a full-grain, waterproof leather upper developed to resist the damaging effects of oleic acid, urea, sodium chloride and ammonium hydroxide.

SelectFlex’s PowerLift Arch Suspension System offers a universal solution that helps prevent injuries caused by overpronation (the foot rolling inward) and poor alignment.

KEEN Utility Flint II and Flint II Sport work boots and shoes feature the KEEN.ReGEN midsole. Along with the proprietary lightweight, performance midsole technology, the footwear has a highly slip-resistant, siped electrical hazard-rated rubber outsole for better traction; an external stability shank for mid-foot support; and a hiking-inspired heel cup to secure the foot.

Flite Safety Toe Work Shoes are injection molded from Aerex 1.5.5 for a seamless construction that is 100% liquid-proof. The shoes help keep feet warmer in the cold and cooler in the heat.

The Solidifier work boot series offers a durable and affordable alternative for workers who like the look and feel of a wedge outsole while needing a defined heel and a tough, abrasive leather and outsole.

The Fusion Mt is a lightweight safety boot designed to protect both a woman’s toes and the metatarsal bones in her foot.

Red Wing Shoes has expanded its lightweight CoolTech Athletics line to include a 4-inch hiker boot for men who want multipurpose work boots.

The BB4500 Work is the first basketball-inspired sneaker series on the market. Based on the popular Reebok BB4500 heritage design, the BB4500 Work comes in high-top and low-cut styles.

The Annex Athletic shoe features an Xergy anti-fatigue foam midsole that absorbs shock and returns energy, an oil- and slip-resistant rubber outsole, an athletic-inspired design with leather and TecTuff abrasion-resistant material, a non-metallic nano safety toe, and the HYTEST-exclusive Terrapin internal met-guard technology.

With its classic wedge silhouette, the San Jose work boot is built for the unique fit needs of today’s tradeswoman and skilled worker. 

A high-performance hiker-meets-athletic boot, the Red Hook features full-grain leather and Techtuff upper to provide superior abrasion resistance in high-wear areas.