The Department of Labor took what some have called 'unprecedented action' in seeking collection of debts owed by a Chicago-area contractor. With interest, the Illinois man owed more than $360K in penalties; the agency was preparing to lien the owner's personal property.

OSHA’s "Beat the Heat" photo contest returns, inviting employers and workers to share images of safe practices in extreme heat; submit entries by July 19 for a chance to be featured and win prizes.

The Labor Department announced OSHA's updated Hazard Communication Standard to align with the Globally Harmonized System, improving hazard classification and labeling for better safety.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and other business groups filed a lawsuit against OSHA challenging the new 'Walkaround Rule' that expands third-party access during inspections, arguing it violates statutory authority and promotes unionization.

OSHA investigators say the roofing employee fell 27 feet while attempting to carry materials and climb a ladder jack scaffold.

The employee was installing metal roofing sheets on a building in November 2023, when they fell 12 feet onto a concrete slab below and suffered traumatic head injuries.

Werner is providing focused Stand-Down training throughout the month of May and additional educational safety training and resources available year-round.

Join the NRCA and OSHA in renewing a commitment to fall safety on jobsites for roofing contractors during Safety Stand Down May 6-10. 

Since 1970, U.S. work-related fatalities have halved, yet 5,486 workers lost their lives in 2022. On April 28, join nationwide events to honor fallen workers and advocate for safer workplaces as the Department of Labor celebrates Workers Memorial Day.