As the Trump Administration moves aggressively to shrink the federal government and cut its spending, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) may be next on the chopping block.

This guide explains OSHA and the regulations it sets for workplace safety and employee health. Learn how your small business can comply with OSHA.

Now that the dust has settled from the 2024 elections, it is time to assess what impact the Trump administration will have on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA regulations ...

It’s been a long time since OSHA has come under scrutiny. “With a leadership change, often long-standing regulatory agencies will change as well,” says Phillip Russell, partner at Ogletree Deakins, a ...

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released an updated Instruction implementing a new Site-Specific Targeting inspection plan for non-construction worksites, effective for ...

Last week, the U.S. Department of Labor published its listing of annual increases for 2025. Included in this list are higher penalties for OSHA workplace safety violations for employers. While these ...

Federal deregulation is slowing OSHA’s rulemaking, but targeted proposals—such as exemptions for inherently risky activities and continued heat-safety efforts—signal selective regulatory shifts. At ...

A proactive approach to safety helps organizations prevent injuries, avoid costly OSHA violations and foster a strong safety culture built on accountability and communication. Safety is the most ...

Each year, OSHA’s top 10 most frequently cited standards underscore many of the same issues across industries, from inadequate fall protection to poor lockout / tagout procedures. Familiarity can ...

A construction worker climbs a ladder at Los Angeles International Airport on Jan. 17, 2024. Credit - Patrick T. Fallon/AFP—Getty Images As the Trump Administration moves aggressively to shrink the ...