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Employer Responsibilities for Keeping Young Workers Safe
Do you employ young workers? Young workers are those new to the workforce, even up to age 24. Young workers can be an asset to your workforce. However, it may be their first job or the first time they are operating equipment.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics issued its latest report on private sector workplace injuries and illnesses for 2021 and 2022. Private industry employers reported 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses in 2022, up 7.5% from 2021, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. This increase is driven by the rise in both injuries, up 4.5% to 2.3 million cases, and illnesses up 26.1% to 460,700 cases.
As the nation enters the holiday shopping season, employers must ensure that all workers are trained to recognize and prevent job hazards and implement safe work practices. OSHA has resources to help keep workers safe at every step, whether you’re working at a retail store or delivering gifts from the warehouse to homes. Learn more below and by watching "9 Tips to Protect Workers During the Holidays."
The long-awaited Triangle Fire Memorial to the victims and legacy of the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire was dedicated October 11, 2023, at the site of the historic fire in New York City. This memorial is a reminder that the fight for workers' rights must continue.
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OSHA launched a new enforcement initiative to protect workers from silica exposure from engineered stone.
During Suicide Prevention Month and all year long, we urge employers to create healthier workplaces by prioritizing mental health.
OSHA announced the winners of its national "Beat the Heat" contest that challenged participants to share their best tools and resources for educating workers about the dangers of heat exposure.
