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Employers in California have a crucial responsibility to protect their employees from the harmful effects of wildfire smoke, particularly when air quality levels reach hazardous thresholds. Read this article to understand employer responsibilities and solutions to reduce employee risk.
Read MoreWhen it comes to workplace safety, especially in environments where exposure to hazardous substances like methanol occurs, understanding permissible exposure limits (PELs) and effective respiratory protection is crucial. Read this article to learn the specifics of methanol exposure limits, the limitations of common respiratory protection, and the best practices for ensuring safety in the workplace.
Read MoreCalifornia, Colorado, Minnesota, Oregon, and Washington currently have occupational heat stress standards for the workplace. Read this article to learn about each state’s indoor and outdoor heat illness prevention requirements and how to prepare for the proposed national OSHA Heat Stress rule.
Read MoreCal/OSHA has significantly lowered the occupational exposure thresholds for lead. As a result, numerous regulatory requirements will be triggered, resulting in a lot of work ahead for many employers. Read this article for a compliance action plan to meet Cal/OSHA’s 2025 deadline.
Read MoreDid you know that OSHA requires hazard assessments on all operations to determine the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by employees? Read this article to learn what the OSHA regulation requires and what employers need to do to meet compliance if hazards are present or likely to be present.
Read MoreDeadline Alert! With less than 3 months before the deadline, SB-553 requires almost all California employers to prepare a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP), provide workplace violence prevention training for employees, and maintain a violent incident log by July 1, 2024. Read this updated article to learn more about the new law and what your organization should do to meet compliance.
Read MoreIn industries ranging from manufacturing to agriculture, combustible dust poses a significant yet often overlooked hazard. To address this concern, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has developed standards aimed at mitigating the risks associated with combustible dust. Read this article to learn about NFPA's combustible dust standards and how to complete a Dust Hazard Analysis (DHA), an essential component of managing combustible dust hazards.
Read MoreWith the deadline for Tier II reporting submission approaching on March 1, 2024, read this article to learn the four key components of Tier II reports and why they are so significant to emergency preparedness and response efforts.
Read MoreWaiting to address safety issues until after a failed OSHA inspection or after an incident occurs means that the damage is usually already done. This post explains the benefits of having a comprehensive third-party OSHA compliance audit, what the OSHA compliance audit process includes, and what expertise the auditor should have.
Read MoreHAZWOPER is a much-misunderstood topic among employers and safety professionals alike. In this post, we will clarify what HAZWOPER is, why it is necessary, who it affects, and review the different HAZWOPER training requirements.
Read MoreA culture based on safety is developed by recognizing the importance of reducing hazards and minimizing risks so that occupational injuries/illnesses do not occur. Read this post to learn more about building a strong safety culture and behavior-based safety.
Read MoreThe deadline for electronically reporting your OSHA Form 300A data for the 2021 calendar year is rapidly approaching. Read this post to learn who must submit the form, and what injuries and illnesses are recordable - including COVID-19 work-related illness or vaccine adverse reaction.
Read MoreDoes your facility have an effective energy control program? Read this post to learn the steps for developing a comprehensive energy control program that maintains OSHA compliance and protects your employees.
Read MoreAfter a workplace accident, it is critical that a follow-up investigation be performed as soon as possible. Read this post to learn the three steps needed for an effective investigation.
Read MoreThe White House Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs indicates that OSHA will issue Emergency Temporary Standards that employers will be expected to adhere to regarding COVID-19, and will be published no later than June 2021.
Read MoreTo eliminate liability, employers must protect their employees from incidents such as workplace violence and active shooter events by completing a threat and vulnerability assessment of their site to determine if and what risks exist. Read this post to learn what steps to take and what questions to ask.
Read MoreEach year there are more than 164,000 emergency room-treated injuries and 300 deaths in the U.S. that are caused by falls from ladders. Read this post to learn how to choose the right ladder for the job and how to use it safely.
Read MoreThe goal of OSHA’s new COVID-19 National Emphasis Program (NEP) is to significantly reduce or prevent employees in high-hazard industries or work environments from contracting SARS-COV-2. What does this mean for employers?
Read MoreThe lack of proper ventilation or open windows in an indoor environment, even with social distancing and mask wearing, can lead to a very contagious situation for anyone in that space if even one person in the room is infected. Read this post to learn steps to improve ventilation to help reduce the spread of Coronavirus.
Read MoreEnergy control procedures and the application of locks and lockout/tagout (LOTO) devices can save lives. Read this post to learn about hazardous energy and how to build an effective LOTO program.
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