When a roofer fell off a roof without fall protection of any kind, how much did the builder know about it? Not much, and that made all the difference in the case. Simply Research subscribers have ...

An administrative law judge with the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission on Wednesday affirmed two violations and vacated one filed against a Rochester, New York, commercial roofing ...

The U.S. Department of Labor and a Newark roofing contractor have reached a $155,000 settlement agreement resolving litigation stemming from investigations last summer that found the employer ...

Ravenna, OH (WorkersCompensation.com) -- Ohio employers need to think hard about how they are going to protect their employees from falling off of roofs during work. Fall protection is required in ...

Annual fall protection inspections help building owners identify compliance gaps, meet OSHA requirements, and ensure rooftop safety systems continue to protect workers. Falls from height remain one of ...

This article explores the pros, cons, and cost considerations of both approaches to help you make a more informed decision. Because when it comes to fall protection, the goal is simple: eliminate risk ...

If you’ve ever experienced an unexpected visit from an OSHA inspector, you know how important it is to be prepared. If you haven’t, consider this: OSHA has jurisdiction over 7 million worksites and, ...

APPLETON, Wis. (WBAY) - An Appleton-based contractor is accused of violating worker safety regulations and risks a $281,485 fine. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration says inspectors in ...

A Nanuet, New York roofing and siding contractor with a history of safety violations and penalties now faces an additional $1,343,363 in penalties after the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational ...