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OSHA News, injury Statistics and Federal Register Notices for OSHA and Health & Safety Issues

You can find all OSHA news stories, press releases, enforcement actions and other safety news below, in chronological order. Stories of broad or exceptional interest are highlight with a direct link and title.

OSHA News

2015
  • December 2011
    • December 30 [Region 8 News Release] -2011 - 12/30/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines LaBolt, SD, Farmers grain company more than $95,000 for exposing workers to unsafe working conditions
    • December 29 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 12/29/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Texas roofing contractor Martha M. Alvarez for lack of fall protection at 3 Wisconsin work sites
    • December 29 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 12/29/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA proposes $288,000 in fines to Case Farms Chicken for 61 violations at Winesburg, Ohio, processing facility
    • December 28 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 12/28/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA finds 50 violations at Huntington Ingalls shipyard in Mississippi, proposes more than $176,000 in penalties
    • December 28 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 12/28/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA proposes more than $1 million in fines to Houston, Texas, employer for willful and serious violations
    • December 27 [Region 10 News Release] - 2011 - 12/27/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites The Davey Tree Surgery Co. for safety violations after worker fatality at Idaho City, Idaho, job site
    • December 27 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 12/27/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Creamer Sanzari Joint Venture for safety hazards at Passaic River bridge project in Clifton, NJ
    • December 27 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 12/27/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Florida manufacturer for willful and serious safety violations, proposes nearly $110,000 in fines
    • December 22 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 12/22/2011 - Tennessee manufacturer cited by US Labor Department's OSHA for safety and health violations following worker fatality
    • December 21 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 12/21/2011 - US Labor Department reaches settlement with Wilmington, Mass., masonry contractor to enhance fall protection for workers
    • December 21 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 12/21/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Houston, Texas, recycling plant for exposing workers to multiple safety and health hazards
    • December 21 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 12/21/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites excavation and utilities company following fatality at Gordon, Texas, facility
    • December 21 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 12/21/2011 - OSHA aims to protect workers during winter storms
    • December 20 [Region 10 News Release] - 2011 - 12/20/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA orders Neb.-based Union Pacific Railroad Co. to reinstate, pay more than $300,000 to terminated whistleblower employee in Idaho
    • December 20 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 12/20/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Colfor Manufacturing for exposing workers to hazardous energy sources during machine servicing
    • December 20 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 12/20/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Warren Fabricating and Machining in Hubbard, Ohio, for 10 safety violations including lack of machine guarding
    • December 20 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 12/20/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites rubber parts fabricator Acme Machell Co. in Waukesha, Wis., for 22 safety and health violations
    • December 20 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 12/20/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites remodeling contractors following worker injuries from balcony collapse at Austin, Texas, job site
    • December 19 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 12/19/2011 - La Administracin de Seguridad y Salud Ocupacional (OSHA) del Departamento de Trabajo de los EE. UU. se une a la ILA UTM Local 1740 para mejorar la seguridad de los trabajadores de terminales martimos y carga y descarga de barcos en Puerto Rico
    • December 19 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 12/19/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA forms alliance with ILA UTM Local 1740 to enhance safety for maritime and longshore workers in Puerto Rico
    • December 19 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 12/19/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes more than $127,000 in fines against 5 contractors for hazards at casino construction site in Queens, NY
    • December 15 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 12/15/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites New Jersey contractor for fall hazards, other violations at West Eighth Street work site in Manhattan
    • December 15 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 12/15/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes $90,000 in fines to Pittsburgh-based PPG Industries for safety violations at Cleveland facility
    • December 14 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 12/14/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA recognizes Papetti's Hygrade Egg Products in Pennsylvania for exceptional workplace safety and health
    • December 14 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 12/14/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Bernville, Pa., company for exposing workers to lead hazards and other violations
    • December 14 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 12/14/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Lange Grinding in Streetsboro, Ohio, for 33 safety violations after worker injured by falling piece of steel
    • December 14 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 12/14/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Boomerang Tube in Liberty, Texas, following severe injuries to three workers
    • December 13 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 12/13/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes $110,000 in fines against New London, Conn., contractor for fall and other hazards at Old Lyme work site
    • December 13 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 12/13/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites 3 New York City contractors for fall, scaffolding and other hazards at work site in the Bronx
    • December 13 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 12/13/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines Emil's Pizza in Watertown, Wis., more than $76,000 for exposing workers to oxygen deficient atmosphere, other violations
    • December 13 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 12/13/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines Heat Seal in Cleveland $95,000 for 15 safety and health violations, including lack of machine guards on press brakes
    • December 12 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 12/12/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Little River, SC, painting contractor for willful and serious fall hazards at Elmsford, NY, work site
    • December 12 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 12/12/2011 - Georgia stucco company cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for exposing workers to fall hazards; more than $62,000 in penalties proposed
    • December 12 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 12/12/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Mississippi's Howard Industries for safety violations at Laurel radiator plant; proposes $59,000 in penalties
    • December 12 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 12/12/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Resource Management Cos. for 37 violations after worker fatality at Earth City, Mo., recycling plant
    • December 09 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 12/09/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Colorado Blue Ribbon Foods in Rocky Ford, Colo., for 28 violations; penalties total more than $116,000
    • December 08 [National News Release] - 2011 - 12/08/2011 - US Department of Labor continues to cite beauty salons and manufacturers for formaldehyde exposure from hair smoothing products
    • December 08 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 12/08/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Cargill Meat Solutions in Milwaukee for violating process safety management procedures
    • December 07 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 12/07/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes $127,560 in fines against recidivist Shelton, Conn., contractor for willful fall hazards
    • December 07 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 12/07/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Central Transport International in Hillside, Ill., for repeat safety violations, including unsafe forklifts
    • December 06 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 12/06/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA sues Whole Foods Market for violating OSH Act's whistleblower protection provisions
    • December 06 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 12/06/2011 - US Department of Labor settles litigation against grain bin operator in July 2010 deaths of 2 teens in Mount Carroll, Ill.
    • December 05 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 12/05/2011 - Miami, Fla., contractor cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for willful and serious violations following carbon monoxide incident
    • December 01 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 12/01/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites North Kingstown, RI, shipyard for repeat and serious safety hazards, proposes more than $62,000 in fines
    • December 01 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 12/01/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes $72,900 in fines for East Boston, Mass., painting contractor for violations at North Kingstown, RI, shipyard
    • December 01 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 12/01/2011 - US Labor Department cites Waymar Construction Co. in Shelby, Ohio, for child labor and safety violations after 16-year-old injured on job site
    • December 01 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 12/01/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites C.O. Grain in Nebraska for exposing workers to safety hazards during grain bin entry; proposed fines total $132,000
    • December 01 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 12/01/2011 - OSHA announces winners of "Picture It: Safe Workplaces for Everyone" photo contest
    November 2011
    • November 30 [Region 2 News Release] -2011 - 11/30/2011 - US Department of Labor reaches settlement with The Renaissance Project regarding OSHA workplace violence citation
    • November 30 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 11/30/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes more than $122,000 in fines to Kreamer, Pa., manufacturer for workplace safety and health hazards
    • November 30 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 11/30/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA sues RockTenn Corp. for violating whistleblower protection provisions of the OSH Act in Fernandina Beach, Fla.
    • November 30 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 11/30/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Seminole, Okla., meat processing plant for exposing workers to falls, other workplace hazards
    • November 30 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 11/30/2011 - New tire charts will help workers safely service single-piece and multi-piece rim wheels
    • November 30 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 11/30/2011 - OSHA issues new National Emphasis Program for chemical facilities
    • November 29 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 11/29/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes $125,000 in fines to Munnsville, NY, plant of Wisconsin-based Briggs & Stratton for repeat, serious safety hazards
    • November 29 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 11/29/2011 - Atlanta roofing contractor cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for exposing workers to fall hazards; nearly $185,000 in penalties proposed
    • November 29 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 11/29/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Igor Jerema Construction in Buffalo Grove, Ill., for safety violations after worker dies from scaffold fall
    • November 29 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 11/29/2011 - OSHA schedules meeting of the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health
    • November 29 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 11/29/2011 - OSHA will hold meeting of the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health
    • November 28 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 11/28/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Northern Steel Castings in Wisconsin Rapids, Wis., for exposing workers to respiratory hazards
    • November 28 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 11/28/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Texas-based drilling company for safety violations after worker electrocuted at Williston, ND, job site
    • November 28 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 11/28/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA files whistleblower lawsuit against Lakewood, Colo., animal shelter for improperly firing employee
    • November 23 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 11/23/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Euless, Texas, concrete recycling facility for exposing workers to multiple safety and health violations
    • November 22 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 11/22/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA orders Tennessee trucking company to reinstate whistleblower and pay back wages, damages
    • November 22 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 11/22/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Gire Construction in Champaign, Ill., for fall hazards; fines total $144,100
    • November 22 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 11/22/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites United Contracting in Forest Junction, Wis., for failing to provide fall protection to painters, other violations
    • November 22 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 11/22/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Ameri-Tech Industries for serious violations at work site in Troy, Texas
    • November 21 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 11/21/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines Paterson, NJ, company $126,000 for failing to guard machines and exposing workers to fall and electrical hazards
    • November 21 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 11/21/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Remington Arms Co. for 35 serious safety and health violations at Ilion, NY, plant
    • November 21 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 11/21/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Odom Industries in Milford, Ohio, for altering injury and illness logs, other violations
    • November 21 [Region 9 News Release] - 2011 - 11/21/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Guam golf club for workplace hazards
    • November 18 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 11/18/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Ringo Drilling for safety violations following electrocution of worker near Ozona, Texas
    • November 17 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 11/17/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA files whistleblower lawsuit against Brighton, Colo., medical clinic for firing employee who reported hazards
    • November 16 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 11/16/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes $177,000 in fines to Pomfret, Conn., manufacturer for repeat, serious violations of workplace safety standards
    • November 16 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 11/16/2011 - OSHA schedules meeting of the Federal Advisory Council on Occupational Safety and Health
    • November 15 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 11/15/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Utica, NY, animal feed processor following worker's fatal engulfment in storage silo
    • November 15 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 11/15/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Legend Tube and Metal Sales in Cleveland for 21 safety violations after cranes struck workers

    • November 15 [Region 5 News Release] -2011 - 11/15/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA proposes more than $150,000 in fines to Electronic Plating Co. in Cicero, Ill., for chemical and physical hazards
    • November 14 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 11/14/2011 - Georgia plating company cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for repeat and serious safety and health violations; more than $77,000 proposed in fines
    • November 14 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 11/14/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Georgia stucco and stone company for exposing workers to fall hazards, proposes $78,000 in penalties
    • November 14 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 11/14/2011 - Los videos pedaggicos animados de OSHA ensean cmo proteger a los trabajadores de los peligros en la construccin
    • November 14 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 11/14/2011 - OSHA animated educational videos show how to protect workers from construction hazards
    • November 10 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 11/10/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Fry's Roofing and Construction in Toledo for willful violations including lack of fall protection, eye safety
    • November 09 [National News Release] - 2011 - 11/09/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA encourages major retailers to provide crowd management measures to protect workers during major sales events
    • November 09 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 11/09/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Vinton Construction Co. for failing to provide trench workers with cave-in protection at Brookfield, Wis., site
    • November 09 [OSHA Statement] - 2011 - 11/09/2011 - Statement from Assistant Secretary of Labor for OSHA on increase of nonfatal occupational injuries among health care workers
    • November 08 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 11/08/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Akzo Nobel Surface Chemistry in Morris, Ill., for violating process safety management procedures at chemical plant
    • November 08 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 11/08/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Big Spring, Texas, drilling company following the death of 2 workers at work site near Lamesa, Texas
    • November 07 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 11/07/2011 - Jacksonville, Fla., utility contractor cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for willful and serious safety violations following the death of a worker
    • November 07 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 11/07/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Sneed Shipbuilding in Channelview, Texas, for exposing workers to safety hazards
    • November 04 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 11/04/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Metalico Rochester Inc. following worker's death at Rochester, NY, recycling facility
    • November 04 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 11/04/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites 2 Chicago construction companies for exposing workers to asbestos hazards
    • November 03 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 11/03/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes more than $62,000 in fines to Elm Grove, W.Va., company for exposing workers to safety and health hazards
    • November 03 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 11/03/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites American Phoenix in Eau Claire, Wis., for exposing workers to combustible dust, failing to use protective equipment
    • November 02 [National News Release] - 2011 - 11/02/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA announces interim final rules and invites public comment on Sarbanes-Oxley whistleblower procedures
    • November 02 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 11/02/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Illinois pet food production and packaging company for 23 health and safety violations; fines exceed $750,000
    • November 02 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 11/02/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Neman Painting & Sandblasting in Waukesha, Wis., for 42 violations, including respirator hazards
    • November 02 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 11/02/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Cooperative Producers in Nebraska for exposing workers to fall and other safety hazards; fines total $126,500
    • November 01 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 11/01/2011 - Fall hazards of up to 57 feet at Portsmouth, NH, work site lead to $180,100 in US Labor Department proposed fines for Everett, Mass., framing contractor
    • November 01 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 11/01/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Massachusetts Bay Commuter Railroad for workplace safety hazards at Somerville maintenance facility
    • November 01 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 11/01/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Gardner Equipment Co. in Columbus and Juneau, Wis., for 22 safety and health violations
    • November 01 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 11/01/2011 - New OSHA Alliance focuses on workers' safety and health in restaurant industry
    October 2011
    • October 31 [Region 4 News Release] -2011 - 10/31/2011 - Fort Lauderdale, Fla., manufacturer cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for 24 safety and health violations; more than $68,000 proposed in fines
    • October 31 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 10/31/2011 - Re-inspection of Moultrie, Ga., chrome products preparer by US Department of Labor's OSHA leads to more than $110,000 in proposed penalties
    • October 31 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 10/31/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Bosserman Aviation Equipment in Carey, Ohio, for exposing workers to confined space and other hazards
    • October 31 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 10/31/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites USUI International Corp. in Monroe, Ohio, for repeatedly failing to train workers in lockout/tagout procedures
    • October 28 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 10/28/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Dallas facility of California-based Bridgford Foods for exposing workers to noise, energized machine hazards
    • October 27 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 10/27/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Canton Drop Forge in Ohio for safety violations after worker dies in machinery accident
    • October 26 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 10/26/2011 - Cave-in hazard at Hanover, Mass., job site leads to $161,000 in proposed fines for Boston contractor Walsh Corp. from US Labor Department OSHA
    • October 26 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 10/26/2011 - US Labor Department secures decision affirming OSHA citations and fines against Danbury, Conn., contractor for cave-in hazards
    • October 26 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 10/26/2011 - North Georgia sewing contractor cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for serious safety violations; nearly $47,000 proposed in penalties
    • October 26 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 10/26/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Central Transport International in Omaha, Neb., for repeat safety violations, including unsafe forklifts
    • October 26 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 10/26/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Formation Plastics in Quinter, Kan., for willful and serious violations after workplace fatality
    • October 25 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 10/25/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Wegmans Food Market for repeat and serious hazards at corporate bakery and distribution center in Rochester, NY
    • October 25 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 10/25/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Campbell Road Sawmill after worker killed while felling trees at Archbold, Ohio, job site
    • October 25 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 10/25/2011 - OSHA appoints new chairman of its Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health
    • October 24 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 10/24/2011 - Trenching hazards result in citations, more than $69,000 in proposed fines for South Florida contractor from US Department of Labor's OSHA
    • October 24 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 10/24/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Grenada, Miss., plant for amputation hazards and other safety violations, proposes more than $113,000 in fines
    • October 24 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 10/24/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Western Municipal Construction in Billings, Mont., for trench cave-in hazards, proposes $73,920 in fines
    • October 20 [Region 10 News Release] - 2011 - 10/20/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA recognizes Bristol Design Build Services at Joint Base Lewis-McChord as workplace safety and health 'star'
    • October 20 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 10/20/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Texas-based operator of Jiffy Lube in Arlington Heights, Ill., for repeated slip and fall hazards, other violations
    • October 20 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 10/20/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Corpus Christi, Texas-based grain elevator operator following bin entrapment
    • October 20 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 10/20/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Saginaw, Texas, grain handling facility of Minnesota company for 17 serious safety violations; fines total $57,000
    • October 20 [OSHA Statement] - 2011 - 10/20/2011 - Statement from Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis on reported decline in workplace injuries and illnesses
    • October 19 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 10/19/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Rhode Island contractor for serious safety violations after fatal worker fall at Woonsocket job site
    • October 19 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 10/19/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites M-Power Chemicals in Brookshire, Texas, for respiratory, combustible dust and other hazards
    • October 18 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 10/18/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes more than $589,000 in fines to Tewksbury, Mass.-based DeMoulas Super Markets for hazards at New Hampshire stores
    • October 17 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 10/17/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Stollings, W.Va., company for exposing workers to safety and health hazards; $59,400 proposed in fines
    • October 17 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 10/17/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Steel Structures of Ohio for endangering employees' safety and health; fines total nearly $148,000
    • October 17 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 10/17/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Polar Service Center in Billings, Mont., for exposing workers to variety of hazards; fines total $151,000
    • October 17 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 10/17/2011 - OSHA publishes new and revised materials on worker safety and health
    • October 13 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 10/13/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Edison, NJ, lab equipment company for workplace safety and health hazards; fines total $122,000
    • October 13 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 10/13/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Tenneco Automotive for exposing workers to hexavalent chromium and other hazards, proposes $90,000 in fines
    • October 13 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 10/13/2011 - OSHA publishes new educational materials on protecting workers from hazards found in laboratories
    • October 12 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 10/12/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Fort Worth, Texas, contractor for serious and repeat safety hazards following worker fatality in Webster, NY, tunnel
    • October 12 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 10/12/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Shamong, NJ, tree service company for safety and health violations following worker fatality
    • October 12 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 10/12/2011 - Inspection of Tifton, Ga., construction site by US Department of Labor's OSHA results in more than $55,000 in penalties for Alpharetta, Ga., company
    • October 11 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 10/11/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines Bayonne, NJ, company $125,300 for exposing workers to fall, struck-by and other safety hazards
    • October 11 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 10/11/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Sifco Forge Group in Cleveland for 13 safety violations, proposes more than $84,000 in fines
    • October 11 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 10/11/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA certifies Sherwin-Williams in Coffeyville, Kan., as a 'star' site for workplace safety and health
    • October 10 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 10/10/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes $96,000 in fines for continued workplace safety and health violations at 3 Lowe's stores in Pennsylvania
    • October 06 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 10/06/2011 - Concrete producer in Gainesville, Ga., cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for safety and health violations; more than $120,000 in fines proposed
    • October 06 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 10/06/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes more than $164,000 in penalties to Georgia masonry contractor for violations at Sugar Hill and Conyers work sites
    • October 06 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 10/06/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA to host conversation with stakeholders
    • October 05 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 10/05/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Alabama tree trimming company for safety and health violations following fatality
    • October 05 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 10/05/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Karyall Teleday in Brooklyn, Ohio, for respirable dust hazards and other violations; fines total $58,800
    • October 04 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 10/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites US Pipe and Foundry Co. for 27 safety violations at Bessemer, Ala., plant; $85,000 proposed in penalties
    • October 04 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 10/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites G.A. Rich and Sons in Lexington, Ill., for failing to protect trench workers; proposed penalties exceed $59,000
    • October 04 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 10/04/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Future Environmental in Mokena, Ill., for exposing workers to respiratory, other hazards; fines total more than $122,760
    • October 04 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 10/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Big Spring, Texas, drilling company for multiple safety and health hazards at Lenorah, Texas, work site
    • October 04 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 10/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Odessa, Texas, gas and oil drilling company for exposing workers to unguarded machinery and other hazards
    • October 03 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 10/03/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA certifies Tyler Pipe in Marshfield, Mo., as 'star' site for workplace safety and health
    • October 03 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 10/03/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA reaches settlement with Wisconsin-based Cooperative Plus to improve grain bin safety training, abate hazards
    • October 03 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 10/03/2011 - OSHA publishes new educational materials on working safely during trenching operations
    • October 03 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 10/03/2011 - OSHA seeks comments on its Training Institute Education Centers Program
    September 2011
    • September 30 [Region 6 News Release] -2011 - 09/30/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA settles whistleblower case against Houston air-conditioning company
    • September 30 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 09/30/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Houston, Texasbased construction company for electrical, fall and other hazards at Little Rock, Ark., work site
    • September 30 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 09/30/2011 - OSHA extends deadline for member nominations to the Federal Advisory Council on Occupational Safety and Health
    • September 29 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 09/29/2011 - Sears, Roebuck and Co. in Huntsville, Ala., cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for safety violations; $128,000 proposed in fines
    • September 29 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 09/29/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Koppers Inc. for safety hazards at Somerville, Texas, work site; proposed fines total $78,100
    • September 29 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 09/29/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Texas Barge and Boat in Freeport, Texas, following deaths of 2 workers
    • September 29 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 09/29/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Wheels America in Schertz, Texas, for exposing workers to multiple safety hazards
    • September 28 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 09/28/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Ecopax in Easton, Pa., for exposing workers to safety and health hazards; fines exceed $57,000
    • September 28 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 09/28/2011 - OSHA extends comment period on proposed revisions to the occupational injury and illness tracking and reporting requirements
    • September 28 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 09/28/2011 - OSHA seeks nominations for members to serve on National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health
    • September 27 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 09/27/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Long Island, NY, swimming pool manufacturer after worker injury; proposed fines exceed $106,000
    • September 27 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 09/27/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Alabama-based Brendle Sprinkler Co. for exposing workers to cave-in, other hazards
    • September 27 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 09/27/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Duna USA in Baytown, Texas, for multiple safety and health violations; fines exceed $136,000
    • September 27 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 09/27/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Sumner, Texas, trailer manufacturers for noise hazards, toxic fumes and other violations; fines total nearly $950,000
    • September 26 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 09/26/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Paterson, NJ, construction company for exposing workers to 12 safety hazards at Fort Lee, NJ, work site
    • September 26 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 09/26/2011 - Alabama's ABC Coke cited for 27 safety and health violations by US Department of Labor's OSHA following worker fatality
    • September 26 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 09/26/2011 - Dixon Ticonderoga plant in Macon, Ga., cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for 23 safety and health violations; $64,000 proposed in fines
    • September 26 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 09/26/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Kraft Foods at Madison, Wis., facility for exposing workers to hazardous chemicals, other violations
    • September 26 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 09/26/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Marietta Industrial Enterprises in Marietta, Ohio, after worker's death at recycling facility
    • September 26 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 09/26/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Snyder, Texas, drilling company for serious and repeat violations of safety and health standards
    • September 22 [National News Release] - 2011 - 09/22/2011 - OSHA issues updated hazard alert on formaldehyde dangers to hair salon owners, workers after new agency findings and FDA warning letter
    • September 22 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 09/22/2011 - La OSHA del Departamento de Trabajo de EE.UU. cita a un supermercado de Brooklyn, NY por encerrar a sus empleados del turno noche, otras infracciones; propone m's de $62,000 en multas
    • September 22 [Region 2 News Release] -2011 - 09/22/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Brooklyn, NY, supermarket for locking in night shift employees, other violations; proposes more than $62,000 in fines
    • September 21 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 09/21/2011 - US Labor Department sues Beverly, Mass., dentist for allegedly firing employee who raised concerns about contaminated needle disposal
    • September 21 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 09/21/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Akron, NY, ice cream manufacturer for process safety management and energy control hazards
    • September 21 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 09/21/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Georgia wooden pallet manufacturer for 18 safety and health violations, proposes nearly $88,000 in penalties
    • September 21 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 09/21/2011 - New guidance document helps construction employers and workers prevent nail gun injuries
    • September 21 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 09/21/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA issues updated Whistleblower Investigations Manual
    • September 20 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 09/20/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites operator of Pick 'N Save grocery in Brookfield, Wis., after worker suffers leg fracture from fall
    • September 20 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 09/20/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA establishes safety partnership with Vogel Bros. Building Co. for Mentor Commercialization Upgrade Project in Madison, Wis.
    • September 19 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 09/19/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites City Brewing Co. in La Crosse, Wis., for exposing workers to ammonia, other hazards; proposed fines total $108,000
    • September 16 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 09/16/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes $175,500 in fines to North Billerica, Mass., employer for 38 alleged safety violations following worker injury
    • September 15 [National News Release] - 2011 - 09/15/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA awards $10.7 million in Susan Harwood safety and health training grants
    • September 15 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 09/15/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA establishes safety and health partnership with Associated Builders and Contractors - Heart of America Chapter
    • September 15 [Region 9 News Release] - 2011 - 09/15/2011 - US Department of Labor finds nutritional beverage company, former CEO in violation of Sarbanes-Oxley Act whistleblower protection provisions
    • September 14 [Region 9 News Release] - 2011 - 09/14/2011 - US Department of Labor finds Bank of America in violation of Sarbanes-Oxley Act whistleblower protection provisions
    • September 13 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 09/13/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites 50 safety violations, proposes $917,000 in fines against Bostik Inc. following Middleton, Mass., explosion
    • September 13 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 09/13/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines Roselle, NJ, contractor more than $158,000 for trenching and other hazards
    • September 13 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 09/13/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites 3 contractors at US Marine Corps Logistic Base in Albany, Ga., for crane and trenching violations
    • September 13 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 09/13/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA establishes safety partnership with Ryan Companies US Inc. at Kone Building Project work site in Moline, Ill.
    • September 13 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 09/13/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites ExxonMobil refinery in Baton Rouge, La., for exposing workers to possible fires and explosions, other violations
    • September 12 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 09/12/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Wagner's of Flagler, Colo., for unsafe working conditions at grain handling facility
    • September 09 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 09/09/2011 - OSHA issues 2011 annual inspection plan for protecting workers in high-hazard workplaces
    • September 08 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 09/08/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes $176,000 in fines against Stowe Woodward LLC for hazards at Concord, NH, plant
    • September 08 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 09/08/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Florida manufacturers and distributors of hair products containing formaldehyde for health violations
    • September 08 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 09/08/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA recognizes ConocoPhillips in Westlake, La., for excellence in workplace safety and health
    • September 08 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 09/08/2011 - OSHA issues compliance directive to address workplace violence
    • September 07 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 09/07/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Bedford Heights, Ohio, event and party rental company for 19 safety violations; proposed fines total $154,000
    • September 06 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 09/06/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes more than $121,000 in fines to Rite Aid of New York for hazards at Brooklyn store
    • September 06 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 09/06/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Cenex Harvest States in Columbus, Mont., for violations found in grain elevator areas
    • September 02 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 09/02/2011 - OSHA will hold meeting of the Maritime Advisory Committee for Occupational Safety and Health
    • September 01 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 09/01/2011 - US Labor Department reaches settlement with Nations Roof, 14 affiliated companies to enhance safety and health for employees nationwide
    • September 01 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 09/01/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Trenton, NJ, construction company for safety hazards at Princeton bridge work site
    • September 01 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 09/01/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA forms partnership to protect workers on National Gallery of Art renovation project in Washington
    • September 01 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 09/01/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Florida tree care company for safety violations following worker injury in Gainesville; penalties exceed $153,000
    • September 01 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 09/01/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Anchor Hocking in Lancaster, Ohio, for 12 safety violations after maintenance employee suffers amputation injury
    August 2011
    • August 31 [Region 2 News Release] -2011 - 08/31/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA secures federal court order and injunction to protect workers on West Windsor, NJ, construction site
    • August 31 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 08/31/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines Burris Logistics for safety and health hazards at Harrington, Del., warehouse
    • August 31 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 08/31/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA urges Delaware recovery workers and public to guard against hazards during Hurricane Irene cleanup
    • August 31 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 08/31/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA urges Greater Philadelphia area recovery workers and public to guard against hazards during Hurricane Irene cleanup
    • August 31 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 08/31/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites DL Cattle Trading in Parks, Neb., after worker suffocates in grain
    • August 31 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 08/31/2011 - OSHA issues hazard alert on the dangers to workers of incorrectly rebuilt circuit breakers
    • August 30 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 08/30/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Marshfield DoorSystems in Wisconsin after employee is injured by conveyor belt lacking proper machine guards
    • August 29 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 08/29/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA urges recovery workers and public to guard against hazards during Tropical Storm Irene cleanup
    • August 29 [Region 10 News Release] - 2011 - 08/29/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA recognizes Bechtel National Inc. at Ft. Greely, Alaska, as workplace safety and health 'star'
    • August 29 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 08/29/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA urges recovery workers and public to guard against hazards during Tropical Storm Irene cleanup
    • August 29 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 08/29/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Ohio Aluminum Industries in Garfield Heights, Ohio, for 14 safety citations; proposed fines exceed $60,000
    • August 29 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 08/29/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA establishes alliance with Toledo Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
    • August 28 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/28/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA and North Carolina's OSH urge recovery workers and public to guard against hazards during Hurricane Irene cleanup
    • August 25 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 08/25/2011 - US Labor Department finds Union Pacific Railroad in violation of FRSA for retaliating against Kansas City, Mo., and Tucson, Ariz., employees
    • August 25 [OSHA Statement] - 2011 - 08/25/2011 - Statement by Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis on fatal occupational injuries in 2010
    • August 24 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 08/24/2011 - Agencias OSHA del Departamento de Trabajo de los EE.UU. y de Puerto Rico urgen a trabajadores de recuperacin y al pblico protegerse de riesgos durante la recuperacin y limpieza despu's del huracn Irene
    • August 24 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 08/24/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA and Puerto Rico OSHA agencies urge recovery workers and public to guard against hazards during Hurricane Irene cleanup
    • August 24 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 08/24/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Altamont, NY, manufacturer for repeat, serious and other hazards; proposes more than $49,000 in fines
    • August 23 [National News Release] - 2011 - 08/23/2011 - US Department of Labor improves enforcement database
    • August 23 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/23/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Georgia plastic manufacturer for 11 safety violations, proposes more than $51,000 in penalties
    • August 23 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 08/23/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Estis Well Service for safety violations following worker's death near Bayou Sorrel
    • August 22 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 08/22/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Plainfield, NJ, aluminum railing company for exposing employees to safety and health hazards
    • August 19 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 08/19/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Roma Construction of Atascosa, Texas, for exposing workers to scaffolding hazards at San Antonio work site
    • August 18 [Region 10 News Release] - 2011 - 08/18/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA orders Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway in Seattle to pay more than $300,000 to suspended whistleblower employee
    • August 18 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 08/18/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Georgia company for exposing employees at Dayton, NJ, facility to amputation hazards
    • August 18 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 08/18/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Newark, NJ, construction company for exposing workers to fall, other hazards
    • August 17 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 08/17/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Swedesboro, NJ, food processing company for exposing employees to safety hazards
    • August 17 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/17/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Alabama manufacturer for combustible dust and other hazards; proposes nearly $55,000 in fines
    • August 17 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 08/17/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Ashland, Ohio-based Americarb for 11 safety violations after workplace fatality
    • August 17 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 08/17/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Buffalo Framing and Truss with serious and repeat violations for construction hazards at 2 Dripping Springs, Texas, sites
    • August 17 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 08/17/2011 - OSHA issues hazard alerts on dangers of worker engulfment and suffocation in grain bins
    • August 16 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 08/16/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Crown Battery Manufacturing Co. in Fremont, Ohio, for exposing workers to lead; fines total $97,000
    • August 15 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 08/15/2011 - Judge orders All-Feed Processing and Packaging in Alpha, Ill., to allow US Labor Department's OSHA to conduct inspection or pay fines of $500 a day
    • August 15 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 08/15/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites contractor at Hill Air Force Base in Utah for exposing workers to hazardous air contaminants
    • August 15 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 08/15/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA notifies Hill Air Force Base in Ogden, Utah, of unsafe and unhealthful working conditions
    • August 12 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/12/2011 - OSHA del Departamento de Trabajo de los EE. UU. patrocinar dos eventos de capacitacin en agosto, para empresas y trabajadores de la construccin en Florida, sobre la prevencin de insolaciones
    • August 12 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/12/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA to sponsor 2 heat illness prevention training events in August for Florida construction companies and workers
    • August 11 [National News Release] - 2011 - 08/11/2011 - Departamento de Trabajo de los EE.UU. ofrece aplicacin mvil para proteger a trabajadores de enfermedades relacionadas al calor
    • August 11 [National News Release] - 2011 - 08/11/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA releases mobile app to help protect workers from heat-related illnesses
    • August 11 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 08/11/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA establishes safety and health partnership with Weis Builders for Illinois State University Cardinal Court project in Normal
    • August 10 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 08/10/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA orders Metro North Commuter Railroad to promote and pay more than $141,000 to worker who reported injury
    • August 10 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/10/2011 - La OSHA del Departamento de Trabajo de EE.UU. interviene para retirar al personal de una zanja peligrosa en Auburn, Alabama; cita a la compaa de Arizona por poner en peligro a los trabajadores
    • August 10 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/10/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA intervenes to remove workers from hazardous trench in Auburn, Ala.; cites Arizona company for endangering workers
    • August 09 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/09/2011 - Norfolk Southern Railway Co. ordered by US Labor Department's OSHA to pay more than $122,000 for violating Federal Railroad Safety Act
    • August 09 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/09/2011 - US Department of Labor cites Georgia coffee and tea manufacturer for combustible dust, other hazards; proposes more than $46,000 in fines
    • August 09 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 08/09/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites American Pulverizer Co. in St. Louis, Mo., for 33 safety violations; $121,100 proposed in fines
    • August 08 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 08/08/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Dick's Sporting Goods for safety hazards at Queensbury, NY, location
    • August 08 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 08/08/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Maspeth, NY, sign company for safety violations after workers exposed to fall hazards in Manhattan
    • August 08 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 08/08/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Illinois-based Martin and Company Excavating for failing to provide trench workers with cave-in protection
    • August 08 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 08/08/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites MM Industries in Salem, Ohio, for 38 serious safety and health violations; fines total more than $102,000
    • August 08 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 08/08/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Englewood, Colo.-based Meadow Gold Dairies and subcontractor for 47 violations; penalties total $326,300
    • August 08 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 08/08/2011 - OSHA forms Alliance with the American Wind Energy Association
    • August 04 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 08/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Jay-Bee Oil and Gas in West Virginia for repeat workplace safety violations
    • August 04 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites contractor for willful and serious violations following trench collapse and fatality in Cumming, Ga.
    • August 04 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA issues notices for 37 safety and health violations to US Army's Fort Bragg in North Carolina
    • August 04 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 08/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Enterprise Products Transportation in Freeport, Texas, following worker fatality
    • August 04 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 08/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Georgia-based Exide Technologies for exposing workers to dangerous levels of lead at Frisco, Texas, facility
    • August 04 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 08/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Midland, Texas, drilling company following worker's death at Garden City, Texas-area work site
    • August 03 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 08/03/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Clifton, NJ, company for exposing workers to safety and health hazards
    • August 03 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 08/03/2011 - Philadelphia electric company agrees to pay $150,000 to 3 employees to resolve US Labor Department's whistleblower investigation
    • August 03 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 08/03/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Allentown, Pa., soft drink company for exposing workers to safety and health hazards
    • August 03 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/03/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Alabama industrial fan fabricator for 21 safety violations; proposes nearly $45,000 in penalties
    • August 02 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/02/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Birmingham, Ala., vinyl and plastic manufacturer for safety violations; proposes more than $56,000 in penalties
    • August 02 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 08/02/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Michels Power Division in Brownsville, Wis., after worker is fatally electrocuted
    • August 01 [National News Release] - 2011 - 08/01/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA announces measures to improve Whistleblower Protection Program
    • August 01 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 08/01/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Monro Muffler Brake after worker injured in fire at Hyannis, Mass., location; proposed fines total $184,000

    • August 01 [Region 1 News Release] -2011 - 08/01/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites North Kingstown, RI, rigging manufacturer for 18 serious safety violations following worker's death
    • August 01 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 08/01/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Putnam, Conn., filter manufacturer for safety and health hazards; more than $121,000 in fines proposed
    • August 01 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 08/01/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Fairfield, NJ, manufacturer for exposing workers to chemicals, other hazards
    • August 01 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/01/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA to sponsor heat illness prevention training for construction workers during Georgia safety 'stand-down' on Aug. 3
    • August 01 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 08/01/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Georgia-based contractor for health and safety violations following employee death due to chemical overexposure
    July 2011
    • July 29 [Region 2 News Release] -2011 - 07/29/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites 3 Brooklyn, NY, tortilla manufacturers for safety and health hazards following worker fatality
    • July 28 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 07/28/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites North Suffolk Mental Health Association in Massachusetts for inadequate workplace violence safeguards
    • July 28 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 07/28/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Decatur, Ga., bakery for unguarded machinery, other violations after worker suffers finger laceration
    • July 27 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 07/27/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites 2 companies at Hamilton, Ala., plant; proposes more than $112,000 in fines
    • July 27 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 07/27/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Northeastern Wisconsin Wood Products for 18 safety and health violations; fines total nearly $379,000
    • July 26 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 07/26/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Jamesville, NY, lumber mill for 35 serious safety violations following worker's death
    • July 26 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 07/26/2011 - Alabama recycler cited by US Labor Department's OSHA for failure-to-abate, repeat and serious safety violations; more than $60,000 in fines proposed
    • July 26 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 07/26/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Advantage Powder Coating in Defiance, Ohio, for lack of machine guarding following worker death
    • July 26 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 07/26/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites AMF Bowling in Addison, Texas, following worker fatality
    • July 26 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 07/26/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Pearce Foundry in Prairieville, La., for exposing workers to excessive levels of respirable silica, other hazards
    • July 25 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 07/25/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Brenner Tank Services of Wisconsin for lack of machine guards and protection from respirable dust, other hazards
    • July 22 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 07/22/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Jordan, NY, contractor for cave-in hazard at SUNY Brockport work site, proposes $147,000 in fines
    • July 20 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 07/20/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Philadelphia-based FixtureOne for 44 workplace safety and health violations
    • July 20 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 07/20/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Winter Garden, Fla., utility contractor with second repeat violation, proposes $70,000 penalty
    • July 20 [OSHA Statement] - 2011 - 07/20/2011 - Statement by Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis on continued heat waves sweeping the country
    • July 19 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 07/19/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA recognizes Eddystone, Pa., company as workplace safety and health 'star'
    • July 19 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 07/19/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines Don Wartko Construction more than $171,000, cites company for lack of trench protection at 3 Cleveland sites
    • July 18 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 07/18/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Sayreville, NJ, manufacturer for repeat workplace safety violations following amputation
    • July 18 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 07/18/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Voorhees, NJ, printing company for exposing workers to inadequate machine guarding and other hazards
    • July 18 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 07/18/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Ohio-based West Troy Tool and Machine for 11 safety violations after worker injured by power press
    • July 15 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 07/15/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Bushnell Illinois Tank Co. in Nebraska for exposing workers to multiple safety and health hazards
    • July 14 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 07/14/2011 - Pilgrim's Pride in Enterprise, Ala., cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for combustible dust and other hazards; nearly $86,000 in fines proposed
    • July 14 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 07/14/2011 - OSHA revises directive for reducing, eliminating hazards in commercial diving operations
    • July 13 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 07/13/2011 - Longwood, Fla., tree removal company cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for willful and serious safety violations following crane incident
    • July 13 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 07/13/2011 - Walgreens store in Georgia cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for repeat and serious safety violations; $104,500 in fines proposed
    • July 13 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 07/13/2011 - OSHA will hold meeting of the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health
    • July 12 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 07/12/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Jewel Food Stores for safety violations at Franklin Park, Ill., food warehouse, proposes $75,000 in fines
    • July 12 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 07/12/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Tyson Foods in Nebraska for process safety management deficiencies, other hazards
    • July 11 [National News Release] - 2011 - 07/11/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA proposes $354,000 in fines against recidivist Massachusetts contractor for cave-in hazards in Cambridge and Framingham
    • July 11 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 07/11/2011 - Georgia school bus manufacturer agrees to pay employee more than $176,000 to settle whistleblower case brought by US Department of Labor
    • July 11 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 07/11/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites T & D Metal Products in Watseka, Ill., with 4 safety violations after 2 workers suffer amputations
    • July 11 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 07/11/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Delta Oilfield Tank Co.
    • July 08 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 07/08/2011 - A OSHA do Departamento de Trabalho dos Estados Unidos faz convnio com o Consulado Geral do Brasil em Nova York para fornecer educao e treinamento
    • July 08 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 07/08/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA establishes alliance with Consulate General of Brazil in New York to provide education and training
    • July 07 [OSHA Media Advisory] - 2011 - 07/07/2011 - US Department of Labor agencies to host live Web chats on agencies' regulatory agendas between July 11 and 15
    • July 07 [National News Release] - 2011 - 07/07/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA seeks membership nominations to Federal Advisory Council on Occupational Safety and Health
    • July 06 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 07/06/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Troy Chemical Corp. for process safety management hazards at Newark, NJ, facility
    • July 06 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 07/06/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Heng Wei Construction for repeat and serious safety hazards following inspection at Manhattan work site
    • July 06 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 07/06/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Heng Wei Construction for repeat and serious safety hazards following inspection at Manhattan work site
    • July 06 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 07/06/2011 - US Department of Labor files complaint against Niles Family Dentistry, owner in Niles, Ohio, for violating whistleblower provision of the OSH Act
    • July 06 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 07/06/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites The Home Depot store in Chicago for failing to remove damaged equipment from use, other violations; fines total $55,000
    • July 06 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 07/06/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites China Grove, Texas, bakery for 2nd time in 4 months for exposing workers to safety and health hazards
    • July 06 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 07/06/2011 - OSHA issues hazard alert on the dangers of using scissor lifts to film events
    • July 05 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 07/05/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Bethel, Conn., machine shop for repeat and serious hazards, proposes more than $55,000 in fines
    • July 05 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 07/05/2011 - Mississippi's Howard Industries cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for safety violations following fatal worker electrocution
    • July 05 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 07/05/2011 - OSHA schedules stakeholder meetings to discuss occupational exposure to infectious diseases
    • July 01 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 07/01/2011 - OSHA will hold a meeting of the Maritime Advisory Committee for Occupational Safety and Health
    June 2011
    • June 30 [Region 5 News Release] -2011 - 06/30/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites All Feed Processing and Packing in Galva, Ill., for failing to provide respirator protection; fines exceed $167,000
    • June 30 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 06/30/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Springs Transmission and Automotive for exposing workers to variety of workplace hazards
    • June 30 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 06/30/2011 - OSHA cautions on the dangers of using fireworks
    • June 29 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 06/29/2011 - US Labor Department resolves OSHA citations against Black Mag LLC for Colebrook, NH explosion that killed 2 workers
    • June 29 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 06/29/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA recognizes Raytheon's Cross Business Integration Center in Billerica, Mass., for workplace safety and health
    • June 29 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 06/29/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Quality Stamping Products for 27 safety and health violations, including failing to report amputations
    • June 29 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 06/29/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Juniata Roofing, Siding and Seamless Gutter for exposing workers to fall hazards at Hastings, Neb., job site
    • June 29 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 06/29/2011 - OSHA renews Alliance with Scaffold Industry Association
    • June 28 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 06/28/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Somerville, Mass., commercial laundry for safety hazards following worker injury
    • June 28 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 06/28/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY, for safety and health hazards; $48,000 in fines proposed
    • June 28 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/28/2011 - Lumber company cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for safety and health violations following fatal electrocution at Mississippi sawmill
    • June 28 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/28/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Alabama lumber mill with willful and serious safety and health violations following worker fatality
    • June 28 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 06/28/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites R and B Grinding Co. in Racine, Wis., for safety and health violations; nearly $106,000 proposed in fines
    • June 28 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 06/28/2011 - OSHA launches interactive Web site to help employers better comply with its recordkeeping rule
    • June 27 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 06/27/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Caterpillar Inc. in East Peoria, Ill., with safety violations for failing to lock out equipment; fines total $66,000
    • June 27 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 06/27/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Delta Granite and Marble in San Antonio for exposing workers to excessive levels of respirable silica, other hazards
    • June 24 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 06/24/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Waco, Texas, manufacturing company with 29 serious workplace violations
    • June 24 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 06/24/2011 - OSHA renews Alliance with Sealant, Waterproofing and Restoration Institute
    • June 22 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 06/22/2011 - La OSHA del Departamento de Trabajo de los Estados Unidos patrocina conjuntamente la Feria de Salud y Seguridad para Familias Hispanas en Bfalo el 25 de junio
    • June 22 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 06/22/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA to co-sponsor Hispanic Family Health and Safety Fair in Buffalo on June 25
    • June 22 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 06/22/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes $119,000 in fines to Honeywell International in Metropolis, Ill., for safety violations following vapor release
    • June 22 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 06/22/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites El Paso, Texas, manufacturing facility for exposing workers to safety and health hazards
    • June 22 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 06/22/2011 - OSHA seeks comments on proposed updates, revisions to the occupational injury and illness tracking and reporting requirements
    • June 21 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 06/21/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites MedPlast for workplace safety and health hazards at West Berlin, NJ, facility
    • June 21 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 06/21/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Newark construction company for fall, other workplace safety hazards found at 2 New Jersey work sites
    • June 21 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/21/2011 - Mississippi recycling company cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for willful and serious violations following worker's double amputation
    • June 21 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/21/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Fort Lauderdale, Fla., manufacturer with willful, serious safety violations following workplace amputation incident
    • June 20 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/20/2011 - Atlanta manufacturer of products for hospitality and travel industries cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for safety and health violations
    • June 20 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/20/2011 - Georgia roofing company cited by US Labor Department's OSHA for exposing workers to fall, struck-by hazards at work sites in Georgia and Florida
    • June 20 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/20/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Englander mattress manufacturer in Rome, Ga., with serious safety violations; proposes nearly $46,000 in penalties
    • June 20 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 06/20/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Bontrager Excavating in Uniontown, Ohio, after one worker killed, another injured in trench cave-in
    • June 20 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 06/20/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Houston-based Schumacher Co. for exposing workers to hazardous chemicals; fines total $166,500
    • June 20 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 06/20/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites San Antonio tortilla company for exposing employees to multiple safety and health hazards
    • June 17 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 06/17/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA to kick off National Young Worker Safety Day campaign in Kansas City, Mo., on June 21
    • June 16 [National News Release] - 2011 - 06/16/2011 - Secretaria de Trabajo Hilda L. Sol's y embajadores de Guatemala y Nicaragua firman declaraciones para proteger los derechos de los trabajadores migrantes
    • June 16 [National News Release] - 2011 - 06/16/2011 - Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis and ambassadors of Guatemala and Nicaragua sign declarations protecting migrant workers' rights
    • June 16 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/16/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA conducting inspections focused on powered industrial truck hazards in Alabama
    • June 16 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/16/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA conducting inspections focused on powered industrial truck hazards in Florida
    • June 16 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/16/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA conducting inspections focused on powered industrial truck hazards in Georgia
    • June 16 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/16/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA conducting inspections focused on powered industrial truck hazards in Mississippi
    • June 15 [National News Release] - 2011 - 06/15/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA seeks applications for $4.7 million in Susan Harwood safety and health training grants
    • June 15 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 06/15/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Etters, Pa., construction company for exposing workers to trenching hazards following fatality
    • June 15 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/15/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA sues South Carolina real estate management company to obtain reinstatement and compensation for whistleblower
    • June 14 [National News Release] - 2011 - 06/14/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes more than $1.9 million in fines against Alabama lumber mill for egregious and other safety violations
    • June 14 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 06/14/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites 3 Queens, NY, contractors for safety hazards following construction site fatality in Elmhurst, NY
    • June 14 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 06/14/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites AL Solutions Inc. in West Virginia after deaths of 3 workers in explosion and fire
    • June 14 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/14/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Cooper Tire and Rubber, 2 contractors in Tupelo, Miss., for combustible dust and other hazards
    • June 14 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 06/14/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites San Antonio bakery company for exposing workers to amputation hazards

    • June 14 [Region 6 News Release] -2011 - 06/14/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Austin, Texas-based Arreola Masonry with serious and repeat violations for exposing workers to scaffolding hazards
    • June 13 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/13/2011 - Mississippi poultry company cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for safety and health violations following worker fatality
    • June 13 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 06/13/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Jones Dairy Farms in Ft. Atkinson, Wis., for 15 safety and health violations; fines total $70,000
    • June 13 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 06/13/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Dell Services Federal Government for exposing workers to unsafe conditions at Rock Island Arsenal
    • June 13 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 06/13/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Lewis Construction and Cedar Falls Building Systems following death of worker on job site
    • June 10 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 06/10/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA proposes more than $243,000 in fines against Lewiston, Maine, contractor for egregious fall hazards, other violations
    • June 10 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 06/10/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites DC Fabricators for exposing workers to fall and other safety hazards at Florence, NJ, facility
    • June 10 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 06/10/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Amityville, NY, metal fabrication shop for unguarded machinery and other hazards after employee injury
    • June 09 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 06/09/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Cinnaminson, NJ, manufacturer for worker exposure to chemical, other hazards
    • June 09 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 06/09/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Liquid Feed Commodities in Fremont, Neb., for serious health and safety violations
    • June 09 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 06/09/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines 2 Denver area companies more than $42,000 for exposing workers to trench cave-in
    • June 09 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 06/09/2011 - OSHA announces three month phase-in for residential construction fall protection
    • June 08 [National News Release] - 2011 - 06/08/2011 - US Labor Department obtains orders requiring New Jersey farm, owners, crew leader to pay more than $28,000 in fines for child labor, migrant worker violations
    • June 07 [National News Release] - 2011 - 06/07/2011 - Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis announces appointment of 8 new members to Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health
    • June 07 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 06/07/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Summit Point, W.Va., wood pallet manufacturer for workplace safety hazards
    • June 06 [National News Release] - 2011 - 06/06/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA renews strategic partnership to reduce injuries and lost work time at Ford Motor Co. auto plants
    • June 06 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 06/06/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA recognizes Kutztown, Pa., company for workplace safety and health
    • June 06 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 06/06/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines AK Steel Corp. $206,000 for willful and other record-keeping violations at Butler, Pa., facility
    • June 06 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/06/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Alabama auto parts manufacturer for willful, repeat violations; proposes more than $179,000 in fines
    • June 06 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 06/06/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Alabama lumber company with 24 safety and record keeping violations; proposes nearly $160,000 in penalties
    • June 06 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 06/06/2011 - OSHA will hold meeting of the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health
    • June 02 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 06/02/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites T & F Systems in Cleveland for exposing workers to fall hazards; fines exceed $66,000
    • June 02 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 06/02/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA establishes safety partnership for St. Alexius Medical Center construction project in Hoffman Estates, Ill.
    • June 02 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 06/02/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites San Antonio-based Apex Enterprises with 11 serious violations for exposing workers to multiple hazards
    • June 02 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 06/02/2011 - New OSHA National Emphasis Program will help protect workers from chemical and physical hazards in the primary metals industries
    • June 01 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 06/01/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites 2 employers for electrical hazards at The Hartford Financial Services Group in Connecticut
    • June 01 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 06/01/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Sayreville, NJ, contractor for exposing workers to fall hazards
    • June 01 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 06/01/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Lakeland Feed and Supply in Hamilton, Mont., for exposing workers to grain bin hazards
    May 2011
    • May 27 [Trade News Release] -2011 - 05/27/2011 - OSHA, National Council of La Raza forman Alianza
    • May 26 [National News Release] - 2011 - 05/26/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA announces final rule to reduce employer burdens by removing outdated requirements, streamlining and simplifying standards
    • May 26 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/26/2011 - Administrative law judge upholds OSHA citation issued to Peoria, Ill.-based Caterpillar Logistics Services
    • May 26 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 05/26/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Corpus Christi, Texas-based meat processing facility for serious, repeat violations
    • May 26 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 05/26/2011 - OSHA, National Council of La Raza form Alliance
    • May 25 [National News Release] - 2011 - 05/25/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines employer more than $1.2 million for exposing workers to asbestos hazards without protection
    • May 25 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 05/25/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Shippensburg, Pa., iron foundry for workplace safety and health hazards
    • May 25 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 05/25/2011 - Largo, Fla., excavation company cited for safety violations following 2 worker injuries, fined nearly $54,000
    • May 25 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 05/25/2011 - OSHA slide presentation shows employers how to protect residential construction workers from falls
    • May 24 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/24/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites WPM Construction Services for exposing workers to cave-in and traffic hazards at Toledo, Ohio, job site
    • May 24 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 05/24/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Little Rock, Ark.-based pipe manufacturer following death of worker
    • May 23 [National News Release] - 2011 - 05/23/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA launches national survey on employers' safety and health practices to help guide future rules, compliance, outreach
    • May 23 [Region 10 News Release] - 2011 - 05/23/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA certifies Naval Facilities Engineering Command Northwest as VPP 'star' for workplace safety and health
    • May 23 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 05/23/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Rite Aid Pharmacy for blocked emergency exits at Brooklyn, NY, store; proposes $60,500 fine
    • May 23 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/23/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites veterans health care center in North Chicago, Ill., for 33 safety and health violations
    • May 19 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 05/19/2011 - US Labor Department secures decision affirming OSHA citations and $89,000 in fines against Pittsfield, NH, contractor
    • May 19 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 05/19/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites 6 New Jersey companies for workplace safety and health hazards at Elizabeth, NJ, site
    • May 19 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 05/19/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Georgia trenching company for willful, repeat and serious safety violations; proposes $94,050 in fines
    • May 19 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 05/19/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Shawnee, Okla., milling company $146,000 for 25 serious workplace violations
    • May 18 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 05/18/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA forms partnership to protect workers on US Coast Guard headquarters construction project in Washington
    • May 18 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 05/18/2011 - US Department of Labor cites Dalton, Ga., carpet graphics company with 13 safety and health violations, proposes penalties of $45,000
    • May 18 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/18/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Multi-Cast Corp. for safety and health violations at foundry; proposed penalties total $178,500
    • May 18 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 05/18/2011 - Administrative law judge upholds citations issued by US Labor Department's OSHA to Delek Refining for serious safety violations at Tyler, Texas, refinery
    • May 17 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 05/17/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites 5 companies for workplace safety and health hazards at Paramus, NJ, work site
    • May 17 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/17/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Albin Carlson & Co. of Addison, Ill., for exposing workers to lead at Chicago job site; fines total more than $180,000
    • May 16 [National News Release] - 2011 - 05/16/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Republic Engineered Products for repeatedly exposing workers to fall and energy control hazards at Lorain, Ohio, facility
    • May 16 [National News Release] - 2011 - 05/16/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA reopens public record on proposed record-keeping rule to add work-related musculoskeletal disorders column
    • May 16 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 05/16/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites South Easton, Mass., contractor for fall, other hazards at Lowell, Mass., job site
    • May 16 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 05/16/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites US Postal Service facility in West Palm Beach, Fla., with 8 safety violations, more than $164,000 in fines
    • May 16 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 05/16/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Huntsville, Ala., cabinet maker for exposing workers to safety and health hazards, including combustible dust
    • May 16 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/16/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Capital Construction for exposing workers to fall, other hazards on Cleveland job site; fines total $102,000
    • May 16 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/16/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites PolyChem Services in Chicago Heights, Ill., for safety and health violations after employee suffers burns
    • May 16 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 05/16/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Houston-based O'Brien Wire Products of Texas for safety and health violations
    • May 16 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 05/16/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Vestas Towers America for safety and health violations at Pueblo, Colo., plant following worker injury
    • May 12 [National News Release] - 2011 - 05/12/2011 - US district court upholds OSHA subpoena in grain engulfment case
    • May 12 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 05/12/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes $93,500 in fines to US Postal Service for recurring hazards
    • May 12 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 05/12/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Talladega, Ala., metal fabricator for safety and health violations; penalties total more than $48,000
    • May 11 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 05/11/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes nearly $47,000 in fines, cites Orange, Conn., metal fabricator for repeat and serious violations
    • May 11 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 05/11/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites US Virgin Islands contractor for exposing workers to fall and scaffold hazards at St. Thomas work site
    • May 11 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 05/11/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines Philadelphia company more than $78,000 for exposing workers to fall hazards at Cherry Hill, NJ, construction site
    • May 11 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/11/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Bill Smith Auto Parts of Urbana, Ill., for 20 safety and health violations; fines total $49,000
    • May 11 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/11/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Wheeling, Ill., appliance distributor for 11 safety violations; fines total $49,000
    • May 11 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 05/11/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Austin, Texas, plastering and stucco company for exposing workers to scaffolding and fall hazards
    • May 11 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 05/11/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Cargill Meat Solutions in Dodge City, Kan., for workplace safety and health violations
    • May 10 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 05/10/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Shelton, Conn., contractor for repeat and serious violations; proposes more than $139,000 in penalties
    • May 10 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 05/10/2011 - La Administracin de Seguridad y Salud Ocupacional (OSHA) del Departamento del Trabajo de Estados Unidos notifica al Servicio Federal de Parques Nacionales en Puerto Rico sobre exposicin de empleados a riesgos de plomo en el Parque Histrico Nacional en San Juan
    • May 10 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 05/10/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA notifies National Park Service in Puerto Rico about employees' exposure to lead hazards at San Juan National Historic Site
    • May 10 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 05/10/2011 - Minnesota-based Best Buy cited by US Department of Labor's OSHA for safety violations following worker injury at store in Duluth, Ga.
    • May 10 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 05/10/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Alabama masonry contractor for safety and health violations, proposes more than $47,000 in fines
    • May 10 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 05/10/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Alpharetta, Ga., sign manufacturer for workplace hazards, proposes $89,000 in fines
    • May 10 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/10/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA establishes alliance to protect Ohio workers in manufacturing, service, construction industries
    • May 10 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/10/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Milwaukee foundry for exposing workers to lead; fines total more than $108,000
    • May 10 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 05/10/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Patterson-UTI Drilling for safety violations following fatality at work site near Cotulla, Texas
    • May 09 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 05/09/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Alabama canopy company for exposing workers to fall hazards; proposes more than $200,000 in fines
    • May 09 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 05/09/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Focus Direct in San Antonio for exposing workers to amputation hazards
    • May 09 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 05/09/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Reyes Automotive Group in San Antonio for 13 workplace violations, proposes $55,800 in fines
    • May 09 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 05/09/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites grain elevator operator with safety violations following worker death in Taft, Texas
    • May 05 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 05/05/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites DuPont's Yerkes Plant and Buffalo contractor following fatal explosion for welding, hazardous energy violations
    • May 05 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/05/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Quinco Steel of Chicago Heights, Ill., for exposing workers to fall hazards, proposes more than $75,000 in fines
    • May 05 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 05/05/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Keystone Stucco construction contractor in Olathe, Kan.
    • May 04 [National News Release] - 2011 - 05/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA launches 'Picture It! Safe Workplaces for Everyone' photo contest
    • May 03 [National News Release] - 2011 - 05/03/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Parker Hannifin facility in Mississippi with 33 safety and health violations, proposes more than $487,000 in fines
    • May 03 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/03/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites J.P. Phillips of Franklin Park, Ill., for exposing workers to fall hazards
    • May 03 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/03/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Compco Industries of Columbiana, Ohio, for 24 safety violations including lack of machine guarding, other hazards
    • May 03 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/03/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Orval Kent Foods of Delphos, Ohio, for 11 safety violations following worker injury
    • May 03 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/03/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Paradise Park Assisted Living in Lake Zurich, Ill., with safety and health violations after needle stick injury
    • May 03 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 05/03/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites The Model Pattern and Foundry Co. of Cincinnati with 32 safety and health violations
    • May 03 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 05/03/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Columbia Grain in Choteau, Mont., for workplace safety and health violations
    • May 02 [National News Release] - 2011 - 05/02/2011 - US Department of Labor issues final rule to protect shipyard workers
    • May 02 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 05/02/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Georgia masonry company with 13 safety violations, proposes $51,300 in penalties
    April 2011
    • April 28 [Region 4 News Release] -2011 - 04/28/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA urges recovery workers and public in the South to guard themselves against hazards during tornado and storm cleanup
    • April 28 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 04/28/2011 - OSHA will hold expert forum to identify regulatory options for protecting workers from combustible dust hazards

    • April 26 [National News Release] -2011 - 04/26/2011 - El Departamento de Trabajo de los EE.UU. se esfuerza para proteger a los trabajadores contra enfermedades por el calor
    • April 26 [National News Release] - 2011 - 04/26/2011 - US Labor Department launches national outreach campaign to protect workers from heat-related illnesses
    • April 26 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 04/26/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Buffalo, NY, recycler for health and safety hazards following worker injury
    • April 26 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 04/26/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Webb-Stiles of Alabama for repeat, serious safety and health violations; proposes more than $69,000 in fines
    • April 26 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 04/26/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites utility contractor following trench wall collapse in Valdosta, Ga.
    • April 25 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 04/25/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA conducting inspections of outpatient care centers in Alabama to reduce needlestick hazards
    • April 25 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 04/25/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA conducting inspections of outpatient care centers in Florida to reduce needlestick hazards
    • April 25 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 04/25/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA conducting inspections of outpatient care centers in Georgia to reduce needlestick hazards
    • April 25 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 04/25/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA conducting inspections of outpatient care centers in Mississippi to reduce needlestick hazards
    • April 25 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 04/25/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Georgia sheet metal fabricator with 42 safety and health violations following fatality
    • April 25 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 04/25/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines LM Wind Power Blades of Grand Forks, ND, $136,500 following investigation
    • April 21 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 04/21/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Bristol, Conn., contractor for willful, repeat and serious violations; proposes $143,000 in penalties
    • April 20 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 04/20/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites APBN Inc. of Campbell, Ohio, for failing to protect workers from fall, water hazards during bridge construction project
    • April 20 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 04/20/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites China Grove, Texas, bakery for 49 violations following finger amputation
    • April 20 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 04/20/2011 - New OSHA injury prevention sheet advises shipyard industry employers, workers of hazards involved in rigging
    • April 19 [Region 10 News Release] - 2011 - 04/19/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Davisco Foods International for safety violations at Jerome Cheese Co. in Jerome, Idaho
    • April 19 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 04/19/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Brooklyn, NY, property management company for violations at Flatbush Gardens apartment complex
    • April 19 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 04/19/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Adel, Ga.-based Aluminum Finishing with safety violations, proposes nearly $126,000 in fines
    • April 19 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 04/19/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Stone Mountain, Ga., beauty manufacturer with serious violations, proposes more than $45,000 in penalties
    • April 19 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 04/19/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites cleaning products manufacturer for safety and health violations at Lawrenceville, Ga., plant
    • April 19 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 04/19/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites wind farm servicing company for 6 willful safety violations after worker suffers burns in wind tower
    • April 18 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 04/18/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Johnstown, NY, leather finisher for 20 safety and health hazards following worker injury
    • April 18 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 04/18/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes $126,000 in fines against Plattsburgh, NY, manufacturer for 31 safety and health violations
    • April 18 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 04/18/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Tampa Enterprises for exposing workers to fall hazards at Columbus, Ohio, job site; penalties total $161,000
    • April 18 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 04/18/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Trimat Construction of Bidwell, Ohio, after inspector asks worker to leave trench moments before collapse
    • April 18 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 04/18/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Tyson Fresh Meats in Nebraska for process safety management deficiencies and other hazards
    • April 15 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 04/15/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA recognizes Naval Health Clinic in Kingsville, Texas, for excellence in safety and health
    • April 15 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 04/15/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Lowe's Home Centers for 13 violations following inspection at Castle Rock, Colo., store
    • April 15 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 04/15/2011 - OSHA revisions strengthen Outreach Training Program
    • April 14 [National News Release] - 2011 - 04/14/2011 - US Labor Department fall protection directive upheld in US Court of Appeals
    • April 14 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 04/14/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Pocahontas Aluminum in Arkansas for safety and health violations, proposes more than $154,000 in penalties
    • April 13 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 04/13/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites North Arlington, NJ, chair manufacturer for exposing workers to safety and health hazards, including combustible dust
    • April 13 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 04/13/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Howard Industries of Columbus, Ohio, with 23 safety violations for electrical hazards, other violation
    • April 13 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 04/13/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites T. Scott Dillman Enterprises for failing to provide roof and scaffolding fall protection
    • April 13 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 04/13/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites RY Timber Inc. in Livingston, Mont., for exposing workers to combustible dust hazards
    • April 12 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 04/12/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites C & C Marine Maintenance for exposing workers to serious safety hazards at Wellsburg, W.Va., facility
    • April 12 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 04/12/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites 3 subsidiary companies of Doraville, Ga.-based Jinny Corp. for safety violations, proposes $71,000 in penalties
    • April 12 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 04/12/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines Lion Copolymer in Baton Rouge, La., $182,000 for exposing workers to potential fires and explosions, other hazards
    • April 11 [National News Release] - 2011 - 04/11/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA issues hazard alert to hair salon owners, workers on smoothing and straightening products that could release formaldehyde
    • April 11 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 04/11/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Edison, NJ, manufacturer for failing to correct past workplace safety and health hazards, other violations
    • April 08 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 04/08/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites 5 companies for exposing workers to hydrogen sulfide at Eustace, Texas, work site
    • April 08 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 04/08/2011 - US Labor Department orders Union Pacific Railroad to reinstate and compensate employee disciplined for reporting work-related injury
    • April 08 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 04/08/2011 - OSHA document describes methods to help prevent injuries, deaths among residential construction workers
    • April 07 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 04/07/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites The Renaissance Project in Ellenville, NY, for inadequate workplace violence safeguards following worker's death
    • April 07 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 04/07/2011 - Work precautions for handling hazardous drugs highlighted by NIOSH, OSHA, Joint Commission
    • April 06 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 04/06/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA recognizes Bethlehem, Pa.-based Milliken Valve for exceptional workplace safety and health
    • April 06 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 04/06/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites steel building manufacturer in Georgia with 21 safety and health violations, proposes more than $85,000 in penalties
    • April 06 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 04/06/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Fremont Beef in Nebraska with safety violations following amputation
    • April 06 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 04/06/2011 - Missouri Slope Lutheran Care Center in Bismarck, ND, recognized by US Labor Department's OSHA for excellence in safety and health
    • April 05 [National News Release] - 2011 - 04/05/2011 - Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis announces appointment of 15 new members to Maritime Advisory Committee for Occupational Safety and Health
    • April 05 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 04/05/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA establishes safety partnership with Holder Construction for DuPont project in Elk Grove Village, Ill.
    • April 05 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 04/05/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Allied Roofing Systems for exposing workers to fall hazards at Omaha, Neb., job site
    • April 05 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 04/05/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites roofing contractor in Newton, Kan., for repeatedly exposing workers to fall hazards and other violations
    • April 04 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 04/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Mississippi propane tank manufacturer for 19 safety violations following fatality
    • April 04 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 04/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines North Central Farmers Elevator in Ipswich, SD, $378,000 for exposing workers to grain engulfment
    • April 04 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 04/04/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites homebuilder DR Horton and 4 subcontractors for fall hazards at Parker, Colo., construction site
    March 2011
    • March 31 [Region 2 News Release] -2011 - 03/31/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Trenton, NJ, manufacturing company for exposing employees to workplace safety hazards
    • March 31 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/31/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines Alabama contractor $115,000 for trenching and other violations
    • March 30 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 03/30/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Tyson Foods of Jefferson, Wis., for exposing workers to safety hazards; fines total $45,000
    • March 29 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 03/29/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Volvo Aero Connecticut with 17 serious safety violations at Newington plant
    • March 29 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/29/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Alabama utility installation company for exposing workers to cave-in hazard, proposes nearly $47,000 in fines
    • March 29 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 03/29/2011 - OSHA seeks applications from organizations to offer online worker safety, health training courses
    • March 28 [Region 10 News Release] - 2011 - 03/28/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites CTI-SSI Food Services of Wilder, Idaho, for safety violations; fines total $132,000
    • March 28 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 03/28/2011 - US Department of Labor settles whistleblower case against convenience store chain in Shawnee, Okla.
    • March 25 [National News Release] - 2011 - 03/25/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA applauds decision upholding citation against Wal-Mart Stores Inc. in crowd management fatality case
    • March 25 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 03/25/2011 - New guidance documents explain importance of testing in reducing, preventing worker exposure to respiratory hazards
    • March 24 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 03/24/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes more than $49,000 in fines against Lawrence, Mass., metal finishing plant for repeat and serious safety hazards
    • March 24 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 03/24/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA urges employers to guard against fall hazards after citing employer at Danvers, Mass., jobsite
    • March 24 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/24/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites US Postal Service in Nashville, Tenn., with $50,000 fine for repeat safety hazard
    • March 24 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 03/24/2011 - Judge upholds OSHA citations issued to Ohio-based ALL Erection and Crane Rental for health and safety violations
    • March 24 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 03/24/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Columbus, Ohio-based Buckeye Radiation Oncology for failing to protect workers from lead, cadmium exposure
    • March 24 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 03/24/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA recognizes NuStar Energy facility in Amarillo, Texas, for excellence in safety and health
    • March 24 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 03/24/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA and South Louisiana STEPS form new alliance to promote safety and health for workers in oil and gas industry
    • March 23 [National News Release] - 2011 - 03/23/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA to hold teleconferences for small businesses to provide input on proposed column for employer injury and illness logs
    • March 23 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/23/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites 2 construction companies for willful and serious safety violations following worker fall injury
    • March 23 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 03/23/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines Waco, Texas-based Trautschold Millwork more than $75,000 for exposing workers to possible amputations
    • March 23 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 03/23/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites steel pipe manufacturing company for multiple safety and health hazards in Houston, proposes nearly $125,000 in fines
    • March 23 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 03/23/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Metal Container Corp. in Arnold, Mo., following employee amputation accidents
    • March 23 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 03/23/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Wichita, Kan., roofing contractor for exposing employees to fall hazards, fines total $116,000
    • March 23 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 03/23/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Dakota Prairie Organic Flour in Harvey, ND, for exposing workers to variety of workplace hazards
    • March 22 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 03/22/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites New York City social service agency after employee falls from Wards Island shelter roof
    • March 22 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 03/22/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines Canonsburg, Pa., company nearly $130,000 for exposing workers to lead hazards, other violations at Harrisburg, Pa., worksite
    • March 22 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/22/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA to provide free construction safety and health training March 24 at Hyundai Training Center in Montgomery, Ala.
    • March 21 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/21/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Pelham, Ala., wood manufacturer with 17 safety violations for exposing workers to a variety of hazards
    • March 21 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/21/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines Waycross, Ga., manufacturer more than $95,000 for safety and health violations
    • March 21 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 03/21/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA notifies FAA's Lakefront Air Traffic Control Tower in New Orleans of workplace safety violations
    • March 18 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 03/18/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA urges Rhode Island employers to guard against fall hazards after citing contractor at Newport jobsite
    • March 18 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 03/18/2011 - Yonkers, NY, colapso de andamio muestra que la proteccin contra cadas salva vidas La OSHA del Departamento de Trabajo de EE. UU. les recuerda a los empleadores y a los trabajadores que
    • March 18 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 03/18/2011 - Yonkers, NY, scaffold collapse shows that fall protection saves lives, US Labor Department's OSHA reminds employers and workers
    • March 17 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 03/17/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA establishes safety partnership for Evergreen Park's Little Company of Mary hospital addition
    • March 16 [National News Release] - 2011 - 03/16/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Gavilon Grain for willful, other safety violations following death of 20-year-old worker at Morral facility
    • March 16 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 03/16/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA proposes $212,000 in fines against Lincoln, Maine, paper mill for recurring hazards following a worker injury
    • March 16 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 03/16/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Wilton, NH, direct mail printer and distributor for 17 willful and serious safety violations
    • March 16 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 03/16/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Ace Iron and Metal of Columbus, Ohio, for safety violations following injury to scrap yard worker
    • March 15 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/15/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Naples, Fla., roofing contractor with 14 safety violations, nearly $61,000 in penalties
    • March 15 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/15/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA to support Construction Education Foundation of Georgia Career Expo March 17 and 18 in College Park, Ga.
    • March 15 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 03/15/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites W Construction in Belgrade, Mont., for exposing employees to trench cave-in hazards
    • March 14 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/14/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Georgia contractor with willful, serious trenching and excavation violations
    • March 14 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/14/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Jacksonville, Fla., metal recycler with safety and health violations after 2 workers suffer amputations
    • March 14 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 03/14/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Holly Refining and Marketing in Tulsa, Okla., for alleged violations of process safety management procedures

    • March 14 [Region 6 News Release] -2011 - 03/14/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines Cotton Valley, La., oil refinery $207,500 for exposing workers to potential fires and explosions
    • March 13 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 03/13/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Carlson Well Service in Powers Lake, ND, for exposing workers to unsafe conditions at oil service rig
    • March 10 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/10/2011 - Imperial Aluminum facility in Scottsboro, Ala., cited by US Labor Department's OSHA for 20 safety violations carrying $76,500 in penalties
    • March 10 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/10/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Dothan, Ala., contractor for safety violations following worker's death at Enterprise, Ala., construction site
    • March 10 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 03/10/2011 - US Department of Labor files whistleblower lawsuit against air conditioning company in Houston
    • March 10 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 03/10/2011 - OSHA publishes final rule establishing procedures for handling nuclear and environmental retaliation complaints
    • March 09 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 03/09/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Evraz Rocky Mountain Steel in Pueblo, Colo., for safety violations following inspection of seamless tube mill
    • March 08 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/08/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Lavonia, Ga., cotton manufacturer for 16 serious safety and health violations following fatality
    • March 08 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 03/08/2011 - Trelleborg Sealing Solutions in Broomfield, Colo., recognized by OSHA for excellence in workplace safety and health
    • March 08 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 03/08/2011 - OSHA issues guidance document to help small businesses comply with cranes and derricks rule
    • March 07 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 03/07/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Diaz Roofing of Madison, Wis., for exposing workers to fall hazards; fines total $55,800
    • March 07 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 03/07/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines Chicago-area contractor nearly $123,000 for failing to provide trench cave-in protection for workers
    • March 04 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 03/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Spider-Man Broadway musical production company following injuries to cast members
    • March 03 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 03/03/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Pep Boys for machine guarding and electrical hazards at Hamden, Conn., location
    • March 03 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 03/03/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Ames True Temper for exposing workers to electrical, safety hazards at Carlisle, Pa., warehouse
    • March 03 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 03/03/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Seaboard International of Houston with safety violations following worker fatality
    • March 03 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 03/03/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites AGP Grain Marketing in Hastings, Neb., for exposing workers to machine guarding, fall, other hazards
    • March 03 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 03/03/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Ifco Systems pallet recycling facility
    • March 02 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 03/02/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites E.N. Range for exposing workers to lead hazards at outdoor gun range in Oley, Pa., among other violations
    • March 02 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 03/02/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA certifies Schneider Electric USA in Lincoln, Neb., as a VPP 'star' site for workplace safety and health
    • March 01 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 03/01/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Albany, NY, contractor for failing to provide cave-in protection at local jobsite
    • March 01 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 03/01/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Theodore, Ala.-based Millard Refrigerated Services for serious safety and health violations
    February 2011
    • February 28 [Region 1 News Release] -2011 - 02/28/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Canton, Mass., contractor for failing to provide cave-in protection at Boston jobsite
    • February 28 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 02/28/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Associated Milk Producers and Bechel Bros. for failing to protect workers from falls
    • February 28 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 02/28/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites St. Louis roofing contractor for repeatedly exposing workers to fall hazards and other safety violations
    • February 25 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 02/25/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Stoughton, Mass., contractor for failing to provide cave-in protection at Revere, Mass., jobsite
    • February 24 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 02/24/2011 - US Labor Department orders Memphis, Tenn., company to reinstate whistleblower, pay more than $111,000 in back wages, interest and damages
    • February 24 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 02/24/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Venetian Marble & Granite in Helotes, Texas, for exposing workers to excessive levels of respirable silica
    • February 24 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 02/24/2011 - OSHA timeline highlights 40 years of healthier workers, safer workplaces and a stronger America
    • February 22 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 02/22/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Canton, Mass., contractor on Hultman Aqueduct project in Weston, Mass., for repeat and serious violations
    • February 22 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 02/22/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Albertville, Ala., fabrication company more than $71,000 in penalties for endangering workers
    • February 22 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 02/22/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines Mississippi furniture manufacturer $66,000 in penalties for repeat and serious safety violations
    • February 22 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 02/22/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines Conyers, Ga., construction company $42,000 for exposing workers to cave-in hazards
    • February 22 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 02/22/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites US Minerals facility in Baldwin, Ill., for failing to lock out equipment, protect workers from falls; fines total $83,000
    • February 22 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 02/22/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Premont, Texas, drilling waste disposal company for multiple safety and health hazards
    • February 22 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 02/22/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines San Antonio manufacturing company for serious workplace safety and health hazards
    • February 18 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 02/18/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines Rochester, NY, pizza shell manufacturer more than $195,000 for failing to correct workplace hazards
    • February 18 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 02/18/2011 - OSHA y consulado Mexicano forman alianza para promover seguridad y salud de trabajadores Mxicanos en Arkansas y Oklahoma
    • February 18 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 02/18/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA and Mexican Consulate form alliance to promote safety and health of Mexican workers in Arkansas and Oklahoma
    • February 17 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 02/17/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Mississippi sawmill with $67,800 in penalties for willful and serious safety violations
    • February 17 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 02/17/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites St. Augustine, Fla., contractor following Hollywood, Fla., scaffolding collapse inside water tank
    • February 17 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 02/17/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Prologix Distribution Services in Doral, Fla., following incident in which worker's arm was amputated
    • February 17 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 02/17/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Bade Roofing Co. in St. Louis for repeatedly exposing workers to fall hazards, among other safety violations
    • February 16 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 02/16/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Hopewell, NJ, contractor for scaffold and fall hazards on Sheridan Avenue Steam Plant project in Albany, NY
    • February 16 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 02/16/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA to co-sponsor downstate Illinois workplace safety and health conference in Peoria on March 2
    • February 15 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 02/15/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Cimbar Performance Minerals in Cadet, Mo., for exposing workers to hazardous chemicals, excessive noise
    • February 15 [OSHA Statement] - 2011 - 02/15/2011 - Statement from assistant secretary of labor for OSHA supporting promotion of job creation
    • February 15 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 02/15/2011 - OSHA issues enforcement guidance on personal protective equipment to protect general industry workers' safety, health
    • February 14 [National News Release] - 2011 - 02/14/2011 - US Department of Labor releases fiscal year 2012 budget request
    • February 14 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 02/14/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Northeast Hospital Corp. for failing to protect workers against electrical hazards at Beverly, Mass., facility
    • February 14 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 02/14/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Safety-Kleen Systems for exposing workers at its Burlington, NJ, facility to safety and health hazards
    • February 14 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 02/14/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites 2 Tuscumbia, Ala., companies for 40 safety and health violations with $121,800 in penalties
    • February 11 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 02/11/2011 - OSHA respiratory protection video discusses proper respirator use for healthcare workers
    • February 10 [OSHA Media Advisory] - 2011 - 02/10/2011 - Secretary of labor to host live Web chat on department's fiscal year 2012 budget request Feb. 14
    • February 09 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 02/09/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites US Postal Service in Nashville, Tenn., with $70,000 fine for safety hazard
    • February 09 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 02/09/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites oil and gas field service company and its subsidiaries in Louisiana with injury and illness recordkeeping violations
    • February 08 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 02/08/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites south Georgia manufacturer with 46 serious safety and health violations
    • February 08 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 02/08/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines Chicago-area contractor $60,600 for failing to provide trench cave-in protection for workers
    • February 08 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 02/08/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites North Western Energy in Billings, Mont., for electrical hazards after employee injured by high-voltage equipment
    • February 07 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 02/07/2011 - US Labor Department secures decision affirming willful and serious trenching violations, $91,200 in fines against Boston contractor
    • February 07 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 02/07/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites North Branford, Conn., contractor for failing to provide cave-in protection at Stratford, Conn., jobsite
    • February 07 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 02/07/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Kearny, NJ, pool chemical manufacturer for workplace hazards, proposes more than $70,000 in fines
    • February 04 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 02/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA proposes $235,500 in fines to Wilmington, Mass., contractor for fall and scaffold hazards at Boston's Rowes Wharf
    • February 04 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 02/04/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Dracut, Mass., contractor, proposes nearly $54,000 in fines for fall hazards at Tewksbury, Mass., jobsite
    • February 03 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 02/03/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites North Central Power Co. Inc. after worker fatally electrocuted near Winter, Wis.
    • February 01 [Region 9 News Release] - 2011 - 02/01/2011 - US Labor Department settles whistleblower suit against US Navy contractor
    January 2011
    • January 31 [Region 2 News Release] -2011 - 01/31/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA proposes $220,000 in fines to Syracuse, NY, manufacturer for willful, serious and uncorrected violations
    • January 31 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 01/31/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites McEntire's Roofing of Lincoln, Ill., $102,000 for failing to provide fall protection for workers
    • January 31 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 01/31/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines pipe manufacturer in Little Rock, Ark., $88,000 for exposing workers to safety and health hazards
    • January 28 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 01/28/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites The Acadia Hospital in Bangor, Maine, for inadequate workplace violence safeguards
    • January 27 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 01/27/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines Meridian, Miss., textile company more than $46,000 for safety and health hazards
    • January 27 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 01/27/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Abilene, Texas, manufacturing facility for multiple safety and health hazards
    • January 27 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 01/27/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA settles whistleblower case against Baton Rouge, La.- and Greenville, S.C.-based construction contractors
    • January 26 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 01/26/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Cherry Hill, NJ, company for worker exposure to silica, other health and safety hazards
    • January 26 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 01/26/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA certifies Axcet HR Solutions Inc. in Lenexa, Kan., as VPP 'star' site for workplace safety and health
    • January 26 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 01/26/2011 - OSHA renews strategic partnership with power transmission and distribution trade associations to reduce worker injuries, deaths
    • January 25 [National News Release] - 2011 - 01/25/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA temporarily withdraws proposed column for work-related musculoskeletal disorders, reaches out to small businesses
    • January 25 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 01/25/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites APC Paper Co. Inc. for willful,repeat and serious hazards following worker's death in Claremont, NH
    • January 25 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 01/25/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA forms partnership to protect workers involved with Porter Neuroscience Research Center expansion
    • January 25 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 01/25/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA proposes more than $79,000 in penalties against Newnan, Ga., transmission repair shop for safety and health violations
    • January 25 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 01/25/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites roofing company following fatality at El Paso, Texas, worksite
    • January 24 [OSHA Media Advisory] - 2011 - 01/24/2011 - El Departamento de Trabajo de EE.UU. realizar conferencia enfocada en la seguridad, salud y los derechos del trabajador latino
    • January 24 [OSHA Media Advisory] - 2011 - 01/24/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA to host Latino outreach and education conference on safety, health and workers' rights Feb. 1 in Oakland, Calif.
    • January 24 [National News Release] - 2011 - 01/24/2011 - US Labor Department cites 2 Illinois grain elevator operators for willful safety, child labor violations following deaths of 3 workers, including 2 teens
    • January 24 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 01/24/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Sherriff-Goslin Co. of Mansfield, Ohio, $86,500 for failing to protect roofing workers from fall hazards
    • January 24 [Trade News Release] - 2011 - 01/24/2011 - OSHA revises National Emphasis Program to focus on protecting workers from exposure to diacetyl and diacetyl substitutes
    • January 21 [Region 7 News Release] - 2011 - 01/21/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA recognizes Avery Dennison-Riverside Distribution Center in Missouri as 'star' site for workplace safety and health
    • January 21 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 01/21/2011 - Tesoro Petroleum refinery in Mandan, ND, recognized by US Department of Labor's OSHA for excellence in job safety and health
    • January 20 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 01/20/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Amesbury, Mass., manufacturer for emergency response, respirator, chemical, electrical and other hazards
    • January 20 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 01/20/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Miami business for deliberately failing to protect employees from lead exposure
    • January 19 [National News Release] - 2011 - 01/19/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA withdraws proposed interpretation on occupational noise
    • January 19 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 01/19/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines recycler Greenstar for potentially exposing workers to bloodborne pathogens
    • January 18 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 01/18/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA fines Binghamton, NY, demolition contractor $52,500 for fall and lead hazards
    • January 18 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 01/18/2011 - US Department of Labor seeks court order to require Gerardi Sewer & Water Co. to notify OSHA of jobsites to protect against cave-ins
    • January 13 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 01/13/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites US Steel Corp. and Power Piping Co. with $175,000 in fines for energy control hazards following July 2010 explosion
    • January 13 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 01/13/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites South Florida stucco contractor with serious and repeat safety violations, proposes penalties of more than $41,200
    • January 13 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 01/13/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA, contractor, others establish safety partnership for construction of Hanover Park, Ill., police headquarters
    • January 13 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 01/13/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites El Paso, Texas, plastering company for exposing workers to fall hazard
    • January 12 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 01/12/2011 - La OSHA del Departamento de Trabajo de los EE. UU. recuerda a los empleadores de Georgia los peligros asociados con la limpieza de nieve y hielo, e insiste en las correctas medidas de seguridad para los trabajadores
    • January 12 [Region 4 News Release] - 2011 - 01/12/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA reminds Georgia employers of hazards associated with ice and snow cleanup, urges proper worker safeguards
    • January 11 [Region 3 News Release] -2011 - 01/11/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines western Pennsylvania companies for exposing workers to flammable materials following double fatality
    • January 11 [Region 5 News Release] - 2011 - 01/11/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines Bridgford Foods Processing $212,000 for endangering workers
    • January 11 [Region 6 News Release] - 2011 - 01/11/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites chemical plant in Plaquemine, La., with 14 workplace safety and health violations
    • January 10 [National News Release] - 2011 - 01/10/2011 - Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis to establish charter of maritime advisory committee for safety and health
    • January 10 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 01/10/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Worcester, Mass., contractor for failing to provide cave-in protection at Quincy, Mass., jobsite
    • January 10 [Region 3 News Release] - 2011 - 01/10/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA cites Rochelle Park, NJ, stucco contractor for fall hazards at Somerville, NJ, worksite
    • January 06 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 01/06/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites MillerCoors LLC following investigation of ammonia release, proposes $63,500 in fines
    • January 05 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 01/05/2011 - Investigation finds Metro North Commuter Railroad Co. retaliated against Connecticut employee who reported injury, filed whistleblower complaint
    • January 05 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 01/05/2011 - US Labor Department's OSHA fines Newark, NJ, construction company $58,000 for not protecting workers against falls
    • January 04 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 01/04/2011 - Brazilian Portuguese - US Labor Department's OSHA reminds New England employers of hazards associated with snow cleanup, urges proper worker safeguards
    • January 04 [Region 1 News Release] - 2011 - 01/04/2011 - Spanish - OSHA recuerda a los empleadores de Nueva Inglaterra sobre los riesgos asociados con la limpieza de la nieve, insta la seguridad de trabajadores
    • January 04 [Region 8 News Release] - 2011 - 01/04/2011 - US Department of Labor's OSHA cites Speedy Rooter Inc. of South Sioux City, Neb., following double fatality in sewer manhole
    • January 03 [OSHA Media Advisory] - 2011 - 01/03/2011 - US Department of Labor agencies to host live Web chats, conference call on regulatory agendas between Jan. 4 and 7
    • January 03 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 01/03/2011 - Brazilian Portuguese - US Labor Department's OSHA reminds New York employers of hazards associated with snow cleanup, urges proper worker safeguards
    • January 03 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 01/03/2011 - Chinese - US Labor Department's OSHA reminds New York employers of hazards associated with snow cleanup, urges proper worker safeguards
    • January 03 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 01/03/2011 - Korean - US Labor Department's OSHA reminds New York employers of hazards associated with snow cleanup, urges proper worker safeguards
    • January 03 [Region 2 News Release] - 2011 - 01/03/2011 - Spanish - OSHA le recuerda a los empleadores de Nueva York sobre los riesgos asociados con la limpieza de la nieve, insta la seguridad de trabajadores

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