Fighting for Safe Jobs
There is nothing more important than staying safe on the job. Our lives depend on it. That is why, as AFSCME members, we have access to some of the best workplace health and safety resources available. Training programs and technical assistance emphasize strategies that involve workers and staff in identifying and solving workplace problems. AFSCME has also played a leading role in winning job safety rights to protect workers from asbestos, infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS, and other hazards.
Workers Memorial Day »
On April 28, AFSCME and the unions of the AFL-CIO observe Workers Memorial Day to remember those who have suffered and died on the job and to renew the fight for safe workplaces.
Letters, Statements & More »
- Apr 28Workers Memorial DayStatement of AFSCME President Gerald W. McEntee on Workers Memorial Day
- Apr 28Memphis Sanitation Strike Workers to Be Inducted into Labor Hall of FameSecretary of Labor to host ceremony on Friday, April 29, to begin induction of 1968 Memphis, Tenn., sanitation strike workers into Labor Hall of Fame
- Jan 10AFSCME Decries Anti-government AttacksStatement of AFSCME President Gerald W. McEntee regarding the shootings on Saturday in Tucson, Ariz.
Latest News »
More News »
- May 07 US Labor Department kicks off summer campaign to prevent heat-related illnesses and fatalities among outdoor workers Educational materials and mobile application available (U.S. Department of Labor)
- Mar 23 US Labor Department commemorates anniversary of Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire Mobile site features audio tour and background of historic event (U.S. Department of Labor)
- Mar 20 US Department of Labor’s OSHA revises Hazard Communication Standard Regulation protects workers from dangerous chemicals, helps American businesses compete worldwide. (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
- Jan 31 New short videos from OSHA provide training to help inform workers on the proper use of respirators Series of 17 videos provide valuable information to workers in general industry and construction. (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
- Jan 12 OSHA announces new online Outreach Training Program providers The OSHA Outreach Training Program teaches workers how to identify, prevent, and eliminate workplace hazards.... (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
- Apr 21 OSHA marks 40th anniversary with tough stance against funding cuts The federal agency that oversees worker health and safety is celebrating its 40th anniversary this... (The Hill)
- Apr 12 Countering the Siege AFSCME President McEntee on how attacks on public service workers have energized union members and... (New York Times)
- Apr 12 Countering the Siege AFSCME President McEntee on how attacks on public service workers have energized union members and... (New York Times)
- Mar 21 Health Care Workers in Peril (PDF)
- Mar 21 In Memoriam AFSCME is mourning six public employees who were killed on the job this year in...
- Mar 21 DC Water: Putting Safety First, Investing in Our Employees DC Water is collaborating with AFSCME Local 2091 to create and integrate a comprehensive safety...
- Mar 21 OSHA Updates Enforcement Guidance for PPE OSHA has published a new "Enforcement Guidance for Personal Protective Equipment in General Industry" that...
From The Blog »
More From the Blog »
- May 08 AFSCME Social Worker Rescues Infant 23-year social services veteran subdued mother to save wounded infant in Baltimore. (Blog)
- May 07 Honor Nurses by Supporting Nurse-Patient Staffing Bill National Nurses Week is a time to honor nurses by helping them. (Blog)
- Apr 27 Workers Memorial Day: A Reminder of Unfinished Work Millions of public employees work in jobs that don’t provide adequate safety protections. (Blog)
- Apr 28 Workers Memorial Day A time to honor the workers who have lost their lives on the job. (Blog)
- Mar 14 Triangle Factory Fire’s 100th Anniversary Reminds Us Why Unions Are Necessary At this pivotal moment, when collective bargaining is under attack in Wisconsin, Ohio, Indiana and... (Blog)
- Dec 22 Keeping the Holiday Spirit Alive Shortly after Chuck Hicks joined Local 1808 (Council 20) three decades ago, he organized a... (Blog)
- Dec 17 9/11 First Responders React to the Senate Filibuster On Thursday's episode of The Daily Show, host Jon Stewart blasted the Republican filibuster of... (Blog)
- Apr 28 Workers Memorial Day: Mourn for the Dead, Fight for the Living The tragic deaths of 29 miners in Raleigh County, W.Va earlier this month serve as... (Blog)
- Jan 01 One-On-One Elected president of the AFL-CIO this summer, President Richard Trumka will build on the labor... (AFSCME Works Magazine)
- Jan 01 Alaska - National Geographic Features Troopers TV Star Alaska state trooper Ryan Bowens talks to villagers in Juneau. State troopers respond... (AFSCME Works Magazine)
- Jan 01 California - Nurses Win Grant to Improve Health Care The United Nurses Associations of California/Union of Health Care Professionals (UNAC/UHCP/AFSCME) has won a $60,000... (AFSCME Works Magazine)
- Jan 01 Nevada - Public Safety Congress Meets High Honor Charles Caple acknowledges the cheers as he receives the Corrections Officer of the... (AFSCME Works Magazine)
