DOL News Releases

OSHA Cites Alpha Baking Co. for Repeat, Serious Safety Violations

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited Alpha Baking Co. Inc. for repeat and serious safety violations following an employee injury. The bakery faces proposed penalties totaling $326,276 for hazards including unguarded machines and inadequate lockout/tagout training.

OSHA Safety Champions Program Launched

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has launched the new Safety Champions Program to help employers develop and implement effective workplace safety and health programs. This voluntary initiative offers a tiered structure to guide businesses in improving their safety practices.

OSHA Cites Contractor After Fatal Electrocution and Worker Injuries

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited Primoris Services Corp. for three serious violations following a fatal electrocution and two injuries at a Florida worksite. OSHA has proposed $49,650 in penalties.

Labor Recovers $1.08M for Workers Denied Minimum Wage and Overtime

The U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recovered $1.08 million in back wages and damages for 24 warehouse workers. The settlement with Expresso Forwarding Inc. resolves violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act, including failure to pay minimum wage and overtime.

Labor Department Issues Apprenticeship Guidance

The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration has issued new guidance to streamline the Registered Apprenticeship system, reduce burdens for program sponsors, and improve transparency. The guidance aims to accelerate growth and clarify program design, roles, and completion rates, with a commitment to 30-day registration determinations.

Labor Dept Recovers $293K Back Wages for Construction Workers

The U.S. Department of Labor recovered $293,698 in back wages for 56 construction workers from Speedy's Framing LLC for overtime violations under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The company also paid a $24,795 civil penalty.

OSHA Cites Florida Contractor for Struck-By Hazards After Fatality

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited Hyvac Inc., a Florida contractor, for exposing workers to struck-by hazards following a fatal incident in August 2025. The agency proposed $28,135 in penalties for two serious violations related to pressurized piping systems.

OSHA Cites Contractor $60,242 Penalties After Worker Death

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited PCE Petroleum Contractors Enterprises Inc. for 12 serious violations following a worker's fatal exposure to toxic chemicals. The agency proposed $60,242 in penalties.

Labor proposes rule clarifying employee, contractor status

The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a new rule to clarify the distinction between employees and independent contractors under federal wage and hour laws. This proposal would rescind the 2024 final rule and revert to an analysis similar to the one used in 2021, aiming to simplify compliance for employers and ensure worker protections.

DOL Cites Adonel Concrete for 9 Violations After Fatal Injury

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited Adonel Concrete Corp. with nine serious violations following a fatal workplace injury. The company faces $58,604 in proposed penalties for inadequate machine guarding and other safety failures.