Washington — As part of a settlement agreement, OSHA has issued a proposed rule that would grant exemptions to its Cranes and Derricks in Construction Standard for work on or along railroad tracks.

Houston — When OSHA revised its rules for reporting severe injuries in 2014, agency officials were not sure what to expect, Patrick Kapust, deputy director of OSHA’s Directorate of Enforcement Programs, said Monday during the “OSHA Current Activities Update” Technical Session at the 2018 National Safety Council Congress & Expo.

Silver Spring, MD — A toolbox talk recently published by CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training features guidance on planning a safe lift with a crane.

Oakland, CA — The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health – also known as Cal/OSHA – is reminding employers to protect workers from unhealthy air resulting from wildfire smoke.

Salem, OR — In response to “the extraordinary hazards that have been exacerbated by climate change,” Oregon OSHA has adopted a pair of emergency temporary rules that increase worker protections against wildfire smoke and high heat in employer-provided housing.

Washington — OSHA has warned Arizona, South Carolina and Utah to adopt their own version of the agency’s emergency temporary standard on COVID-19 for health care workers or face possible revocation of their State Plan status, according to multiple reports.

Sacramento, CA — Additional revisions to California’s emergency temporary standards on COVID-19 have been adopted by the state’s Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board, to include the California Department of Public Health’s latest recommendations for reducing the spread of the disease.

Oakland, CA — The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health is requesting nominations for members to serve on its recently established advisory committee focused on the safety and health of household domestic service workers.

Sacramento, CA — A new initiative spearheaded by a California Department of Industrial Relations task force is aimed at ensuring employers on publicly funded construction sites are following labor laws and providing workers’ compensation insurance.

Salem, OR — Oregon OSHA is seeking public comment on proposed rules that would increase worker protections against extreme heat and wildfire smoke, calling them “the strongest such protections in the nation.”

Washington — Citing Arizona’s “pattern of failures to adopt and enforce standards and enforcement policies at least as effective” as those used by OSHA, the agency is proposing to “reconsider and revoke” the final approval of the state’s State Plan for oversight of worker safety and health.

Salem, OR — Oregon OSHA has adopted permanent rules intended to safeguard workers from extreme heat and wildfire smoke, calling them “the most protective of their kind in the United States.”

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

The Troy work boot features KEEN.BELLOWS Flex technology, an ergonomically engineered system designed to offer multidirectional flexion. The 6-inch boot offers asymmetrical carbon fiber safety toes providing ASTM-rated, metal-free toe protection.

Juneau is a waterproof medium-duty boot with a laceless design. Features include a KEEN.DRY waterproof, breathable membrane, as well as LuftCore shock absorption in the heel. Juneau has a sure-footed lugged, siped outsole; EH rating; and asymmetrical carbon-fiber safety toes providing a roomier, unobtrusive fit, 15% lighter than steel.

Floatride Energy Daily Work from Reebok is an athletic work shoe made for women. The foam is resilient, flexible and provides premium responsive cushioning. The shoe features extra-wide composite toes, a MemoryTech footbed and breathable mesh with extra TPU for stability.

Floatride Energy from Reebok is an athletic work shoe made for women. The foam is resilient and flexible, as well as provides premium responsive cushioning. The shoe features extra-wide composite toes, a MemoryTech footbed and breathable mesh with extra TPU for stability. A rubber slip-resistant outsole increases traction and durability.