A look back at events, failures, responses, and lessons that still matter in today’s workplace.
Each entry connects an event or investigation to a lesson that can improve how work is understood today.
The September 11 attacks showed that a serious incident can create occupational-health obligations that last for decades. The practical lesson is simple: exposure tracking, health follow-up, and clear records belong in emergency planning from the start.
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On September 10, 2024, a ferry in Galveston temporarily lost propulsion control after a window-shade chain clip likely activated a touch-screen function. The investigation offers a sharp reminder that safety-critical controls must be protected from ordinary work conditions—not just operator error.
