OSHA and the CDC have provided COVID-19 recommendations and checklists that employers in the construction industry can use to help keep workers safe.
On June 1, 2021, OSHA's Region V office in Chicago created a regional emphasis program (REP) focusing on occupational noise exposure at select manufacturing sites. OSHA Region V includes the midwestern states of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
OSHA’s National Safety Stand-down to Prevent Falls in Construction Runs May 3-7
Category: Health and Safety, Construction
Fatalities caused by falls from elevation continue to be a leading cause of death for construction employees. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, falls account for the 30% of fatalities in the construction industry. To raise awareness about falls and to help prevent them, the..
New OSHA Guidance to Prevent Viral Spread in the Workplace
Category: Health and Safety, OSHA, COVID-19
Recently, President Biden directed the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to release clear guidance for employers to help keep workers safe from COVID-19 exposure. In response, OSHA has issued stronger worker safety guidance to help employers and workers implement a coronavirus..
Important reminder: February 1, 2021 is the deadline for employers to post 300A summary forms listing 2020 injuries and illnesses. All employers who keep Part 1904 OSHA workplace injury and illness records need to review the 2020 OSHA 300 log to ensure accuracy, correct any deficiencies and then..
U.S. Department of Labor Announces Annual Adjustments to OSHA Civil Penalties
Category: Health and Safety, OSHA
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced adjustments to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) civil penalty amounts based on cost-of-living adjustments for 2021.OSHA's maximum penalties for serious and other-than-serious violations will increase from $13,494 per violation to..
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reminds employers that the agency will begin collecting calendar year 2020 Form 300A data on Jan. 2, 2021. Employers must submit the form electronically by March 2, 2021.
Employers today are challenged with an ever-changing workforce and are often hiring young workers at their companies. Experience levels are usually very low for this demographic and along with that comes the increased risk of injury.
Do you run a retail operation and ever wonder what could happen if you restrict your means of egress? Not surprisingly, it could mean a large fine and surprise inspections at a hefty cost!Many commercial retail operations in the form of stores, lodging, restaurants, and other facilities are..
I was recently part of an alliance meeting with the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Safety Committee and Wisconsin OSHA Area Directors. One of the hot topic questions was, "Will OSHA be enforcing the Wisconsin statewide mask mandate?" In short, OSHA will not be going around to job..
