Benita Mehta

2 weeks ago | ishn.com | Benita Mehta

Today's Safety NewsGovernment Safety RegulationsColumnsEditorial Comments: Safety & Health | ISHNOSHA There has been some big news recently concerning federal government safety organizations as NIOSH is gutted, OSHA could be losing offices and programs are being cut. ISHN has been focused on covering the news as it happens and we have everything from quick news updates, opinion pieces, features and podcasts to keep our readers informed on what’s happening.

4 weeks ago | ishn.com | Benita Mehta

In a recent episode of ISHN’s podcast, we talk to Chris Nickels, an expert on workplace safety and OSHA matters. He tells us why OSHA isn’t going anywhere, what we might and might not expect, how employers should deal with possible changes and why some things won’t change. Nickels is partner at Quarles & Brady and helps employers understand and navigate the technical and sometimes nuanced confines of labor and employment law and litigation. Your browser does not support the audio element.

4 weeks ago | ishn.com | Benita Mehta

New Mexico proposes new heat protections for indoor and outdoor workers. If adopted, the regulations could go into effect as early as this summer. The New Mexico Environment Department submitted a draft rule for new standards for employers to prevent heat illnesses and related injuries. The rule would require employers to provide mandatory rest periods, cooling areas and drinking water in high-heat conditions, implement plans and training to prevent injuries and injury tracking.

1 month ago | ishn.com | Benita Mehta

On March 10, 2025, the U.S. Senate confirmed Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Secretary of Labor by a vote of 67 to 32. Chavez-DeRemer is a former U.S. Representative from Oregon, and has emphasized a commitment to job growth, reducing regulatory burdens on businesses, and strengthening apprenticeship programs. Her confirmation aligns with the administration’s focus on creating a more flexible labor market and rolling back policies from the Biden Administration, reports the OSHA Defense Report.

1 month ago | ishn.com | Benita Mehta

This year, ISHN launched a safety hazards challenge on our LinkedIn page. I invite you to take part in the "Pros vs. AI: Spot the Safety Issue" challenge! We’re asking you to test your skills in identifying hazards and associated risks in real workplace scenarios. Take a good look at this photo taken by safety professional Olga Bodiagina from a cleaning company audit, and go to our LinkedIn page to identify all the hazards and risks you see.