Weekly Safety News - September 15th, 2025
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Top 3 Biggest Occupational Safety Stories
FAA proposes to fine Boeing $3.1 million over widespread safety violations — FAA found numerous quality system violations at Boeing’s 737 MAX production facility and at subcontractor Spirit AeroSystems, including presenting unairworthy aircraft and pressures to bypass safety standards. Reuters
Why this matters: These violations risk aircraft safety, have regulatory consequences, and affect public trust in both aviation safety oversight and aircraft manufacturers.U.S. Department of Labor proposes over 60 rule-changes to deregulate workplaces — Proposals cover areas including safety protocols in construction and mining, protections for migrant farm workers, and oversight / lighting standards, among others. AP News
Why this matters: Significant regulatory rollbacks could increase risks for vulnerable workers, reduce oversight, and shift the balance between cost and safety protections.
Explosion at U.S. Steel plant in Clairton, Pennsylvania kills 2, injures 10 — A large explosion at the coking plant caused fatalities and injuries; the site has a history of safety/environmental issues. AP News
Why this matters: Industrial accidents of this scale underscore the continuing challenge of maintaining safe operations in aging or heavily burdened plants, with risks to both workers and neighboring communities.
Regulatory & Enforcement Updates
OSHA renewed its national alliance with the Recycled Materials Association to enhance worker safety in recycling. OSHA
September observances include National Preparedness Month, focusing on emergency readiness at home and in communities. Chicago Government+1
Proposed rule changes under the Department of Labor aim to reduce or remove regulations (e.g. lighting at construction sites, protection for migrant workers) as part of broader deregulatory agenda. AP News
Roadway & Transportation Safety Updates
U.S. Transportation Secretary to meet airline CEOs to discuss a ~$12.5B initiative to overhaul the aging air traffic control system. Reuters
Shelton, Connecticut, is equipping 68 school buses with AI-powered stop-arm enforcement cameras to deter drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses; violators will face penalties starting Sept 29. CT Insider
School Safety Updates
Shelton’s stop-arm cameras initiative (above) aims to protect students from stop-arm violations. CT Insider
School Safety 89th Legislative Updates. TEA News
Consumer & Public Safety Updates
CPSC approves safety standard for water beads. CPSC
CPSC recalls database: Latest recalls for fire, shock, and drowning hazards. CPSC
Trump’s Labor Department proposes more than 60 rule changes in a push to deregulate workplaces AP News
Emergency Management & Preparedness Updates
The City of Chicago OEMC and FEMA remind residents that September is National Preparedness Month, theme: Preparedness Starts at Home. Chicago Government
Minnesota Homeland Security & Emergency Management has similar messaging on actions people should take for disaster readiness. Minnesota Department of Public Safety
Heads Up Dates
Sept 19, 2025 — Concussion Awareness Day happens this week; a good opportunity for organizations to review head injury prevention and response protocols. OSHA Online Center Blog
Sept 29, 2025 — Shelton’s stop-arm camera penalties become active. CT Insider
Throughout September — National Preparedness Month; use this time to revisit emergency plans, supply kits, drills. Chicago Government+1
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