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Whistleblower Protection A transportation company was ordered to compensate an employee that was fired after cooperating with an investigation of

Amputation and Chemical Violations A manufacturer was fined $195,034 for exposing workers to multiple safety hazards.

Fall Protection Violations A roofing company faces $291,724 in penalties for repeatedly exposing workers to fall hazards.

Court Sentencing A contractor was found in contempt of court for failing to pay more than $2.2 million in OSHA penalties.

Injury Reporting Employers are reminded that they must post their 2019 Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses (Form 300A) from

Standard Clarification OSHA issued corrections to the Walking-Working Surfaces, Personal Protective Equipment, and Special Industries standards.

Federal Worker Safety A White House initiative seeks to better protect federal workers from occupational injuries.

OSHA Penalties OSHA adjusted penalty amounts for 2020 to reflect inflation.                                  

Employers who electronically submit OSHA Form 300A must provide an Employer Identification Number as of Jan. 2, 2020.

During the winter season, OSHA’s winter weather webpage offers tips for staying safe while working outdoors.