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OSHA's Top 10 Most Hazardous Industries in 2026: Is Yours on the List?

Every year, OSHA publishes a list of the industries where workers are most likely to get seriously hurt. For 2026, some of the industries at the top may surprise you.

Here are the 10 most hazardous industries for FY 2026, what drives the risk in each one, and what Delaware employers can do about it.

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Construction Safety Week: What Delaware Builders Need to Know

One worker dies in a construction accident every single day in the United States. In 2024, construction and extraction workers accounted for 1,032 of the 5,070 total fatal work injuries recorded. That is roughly 1 in 5 worker deaths, despite representing only about 5% of the workforce (BLS, 2024).

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Your Spring Workplace Safety Checklist: 8 Things to Reset Before the Busy Season

Winter has a way of putting safety on the back burner. Equipment sits idle. Seasonal workers haven't started yet. Things feel manageable. Then April hits. Suddenly, your crew is back outside, your equipment is running again, and your busiest months are right in front of you.

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Walking Working Surfaces: 5-Question Safety Checklist for Employers

Everyday tasks like using the stairs, walking through the warehouse, or stepping onto a loading dock shouldn’t put workers at risk. Yet trips, slips, and falls are consistently one of the leading causes of workplace injuries.

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What Is EHS Compliance and Why Does It Matter

Environmental, Health, and Safety compliance is a core responsibility for businesses in every industry. Strong EHS compliance helps protect workers, prevent injuries, and reduce the risk of OSHA citations, fines, and operational disruptions.
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Festive & Safe: 70+ Holiday Workplace Safety Slogans for Every Workplace

The holiday season brings joy, celebration, and, unfortunately, an increased risk of workplace accid.
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Essential Workplace Fire Safety Tips to Prevent Fires

Fires can start quickly and spread even faster, and their impact can be devastating. In the U.S., fire departments respond to a fire every 23 seconds. Workplace fires alone cause hundreds of injuries and billions in property damage.
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2023 Occupational Injury, Illness, and Fatality Data

The 2023 survey results capture key data from private employers and government agencies, highlighting injury rates, common causes, and worker demographics. This information helps identify trends and opportunities to improve workplace safety.
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20 Tips for Safe Forklift Operation | Expert Advice

Forklifts are an essential tool in many industries, but their prevalence can lead to job site hazards. That’s why safe forklift operation is essential. Below, we cover some of the most important forklift safety tips you need to know to keep yourself and others safe on the job.
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