Supervisor discussing drug-free workplace policy during safety meeting.
Drug & Alcohol Abuse in the Workplace: Prevention & Safety (2025)

Drug & Alcohol Abuse in the Workplace: Prevention & Safety (2025)

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A drug-free workplace is not only safer, it’s more productive and motivated. When employees misuse alcohol or drugs, it affects focus, reaction time, judgment, and safety, leading to serious workplace incidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), excessive alcohol use costs the U.S. about $249 billion

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OSHA Whistleblower Protection: Laws, Rights & Reporting (2025)

OSHA Whistleblower Protection: Laws, Rights & Reporting (2025)

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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) protects workers who report unsafe, unlawful, or unethical workplace conditions.Under its Whistleblower Protection Program, OSHA enforces more than 20 federal laws that shield employees from retaliation, ensuring that no worker is punished for speaking up about safety risks, health violations, or illegal activities.

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Fall Protection Training for Construction Workers | OSHA Safety Guide

Fall Protection Training for Construction Workers | OSHA Safety Guide

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The construction industry continues to report the highest number of fall-related fatalities in the United States. Each year, more than 300 workers die from falls, accounting for about 20% of all occupational deaths (source: OSHA, 2024). Falls are preventable, yet they remain one of the most common causes of serious