Our Mission
OSHA News is dedicated to exposing workplace safety violations and hazards nationwide. We provide transparent, accessible, and comprehensive information about workplace safety and OSHA compliance across the United States, helping workers, employers, and safety professionals make informed decisions about occupational health and safety.
Our Founder
Chris Nesbitt founded OSHA News with a unique combination of legal training and emergency medical expertise that brings a distinctive perspective to workplace safety data transparency:
This interdisciplinary background ensures a rigorous, ethical approach to workplace safety data presentation that balances regulatory compliance, worker protection imperatives, and information accessibility.
What We Do
Every day, we process and analyze millions of data points from official government sources to provide:
- Real-time reporting on workplace safety violations and hazards
- Detailed inspection reports for thousands of companies across all industries
- Safety violation tracking with severity and penalty assessments
- Financial penalty information and enforcement actions
- Industry-wide safety trend analysis and comparisons
- High-hazard workplace identification and monitoring
- Workplace accident and fatality reporting
- Repeat offender tracking and compliance history
Our Data Sources
All data presented on OSHA News comes directly from official government sources, primarily the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration:
- OSHA Inspection Database: Comprehensive workplace inspection records
- Violation Records: Detailed safety and health violation citations
- Penalty Data: Civil penalties and enforcement actions
- Accident Reports: Workplace accident and fatality investigations
- Company Data: Employer information and industry classifications
- Compliance History: Repeat violations and follow-up inspections
Our Coverage
We provide comprehensive, round-the-clock coverage including:
- Breaking News: Real-time reporting on workplace inspections and safety violations
- Significant Hazards: Coverage of serious workplace safety issues and enforcement actions
- Financial Penalties: Tracking fines and civil penalties for safety violations
- Safety Improvements: Monitoring workplace safety improvements and compliance changes
- Industry Analysis: Trends, patterns, and systemic issues affecting worker safety
- Company Profiles: Comprehensive safety profiles for employers across all industries
Our Commitment
Accuracy
All data sourced directly from official government databases with multiple verification checks
Transparency
Clear identification of data sources, update frequencies, and methodologies
Accessibility
Information presented in clear, easy-to-understand formats for all audiences
Timeliness
Data updated regularly as new information becomes available from OSHA
Independence
Complete editorial independence with no payments accepted from companies
Public Service
Committed to protecting workers and promoting workplace safety through information transparency
Editorial Independence
OSHA News maintains complete editorial independence. We do not accept payment from companies, industry associations, or related organizations for coverage decisions. Our automated systems treat all employers equally based on objective OSHA data criteria. Editorial decisions are never influenced by advertising or external pressure.
Contact Us
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