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Sports and OSHA Standards, They Go Together, Really

Brad Hammock
September 15, 2011 02:17

by Nikki Wilson Crary As sports fans begin their annual football watching, rivalry matches, and tailgating, most forget that sporting teams are often “employers” or associated with an “employer.” Like other employers, Colleges and Universities, School Districts, and...

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OSHA Publishes Update to Hazard Communication Standard

Brad Hammock
March 21, 2012 15:50

OSHA has published its long awaited update to its Hazard Communication standard to align the standard with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals.  Click here to go to OSHA's webpage on the topic, which includes links to the final rule and other guidance...

Special Report: An Overview of Legal Considerations When Bringing Health Care "In-House"

Brad Hammock
March 19, 2012 12:27

Many businesses across the country have implemented on-site occupational health clinics to address occupational injuries and illnesses, as well as address common employee health needs.  While on-site occupational health clinics can provide many benefits for employers and...

OSHA Addresses Sweep Auger Policy in Grain Handling Industry

Brad Hammock
March 02, 2012 22:44

In a February 16, 2012 letter to Congresswoman Kristi Noem, OSHA Assistant Secretary David Michaels has provided additional guidance to employers in the grain handling industry regarding the use of sweep augers to remove grain from bins.  Sweep augers are common tools used in...

OSHA's Whistleblower Program to Report Directly to Assistant Secretary

Brad Hammock
March 02, 2012 22:00

On March 1, 2012, OSHA announced a change to its organizational structure related to its Whistleblower Protection Program (WPP).  The WPP will now report directly to the Assistant Secretary of OSHA, currently Dr. David Michaels, instead of the Director of the Directorate of Enforcement...

OSHA Regulatory Update: IIPP Delayed but Hazard Communication Poised to be Published

Brad Hammock
February 28, 2012 19:02

Just weeks after announcing that it would be initiating the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act (SBREFA) process for its IIPP rule, the Agency recently announced that there would be an additional delay in starting the process.  IIPP has the potential to be the most...

IIPP - Ready or Not Here it Comes!

Brad Hammock
February 15, 2012 11:55

OSHA is poised to release to the public its initial regulatory approach to its Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) rule. OSHA has announced that it will begin the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement and Fairness Act (SBREFA) process for its IIPP rule, at which time the Agency will...

Employers Must Post the OSHA 300A by February 1

Brad Hammock
January 27, 2012 13:07

Employers covered by OSHA's recordkeeping rule must prepare and post the OSHA Form 300A, “Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses,” by February 1 and keep the form posted until April 30.  The form must be posted at each establishment covered, in a conspicuous place...

Workplace Safety and Health Reporter Winter 2012

Brad Hammock
January 22, 2012 18:36

Be sure to check out the Winter 2012 edition of the Workplace Safety and Health Reporter!

OSHA Continues Practice of Issuing "Industry/Hazard Alerts"

Brad Hammock
January 16, 2012 19:49

Over the last several months, OSHA has continued – and expanded – its practice of publicizing “Industry/Hazard Alerts” on its web site. These Alerts are designed to notify employers in certain industries of hazards that are of particular concern to the Agency. In...