by Chris Walter | Jan 9, 2023 | Blog, Uncategorized
The essence of the OSHA’s Whistleblower laws aims to give workers the confidence to report workplace related illnesses, injuries, and violations without fear of employer retaliation. Without that confidence, hazardous & unsafe conditions could go unreported,...
by Chris Walter | Jan 2, 2023 | Blog, Uncategorized
When safety bodies like OSHA or NACOSH make recommendations or rule changes, they often seek out thoughts & comments from the public, first. Now, one such meeting is set to take place in the near future. OSHA is set to hold an online meeting of the National...
by Chris Walter | Dec 27, 2022 | Blog, Respiratory Protection
Most employers understand the necessity of respirator use when their worksites contain hazardous chemicals, particles, or dust in the air. However, remaining compliant with respiratory protection involves more than simply providing a mask. As per the respirator...
by Chris Walter | Dec 24, 2022 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Uncategorized
As an employer, it’s your responsibility to keep your team safe from harm & comply with OSHA regulations. And, when worker complaints crop up from time to time, it’s your duty to address them in an appropriate, timely manner. Failure to do so can land...
by Chris Walter | Dec 19, 2022 | Blog, Uncategorized, Wellness
Recording and reporting workplace injuries and illnesses is a critical component of OSHA compliance. Failure to do so can leave you facing major consequences. On December 16 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor revealed that OSHA cited one of the world’s biggest online...
by Chris Walter | Dec 10, 2022 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Uncategorized
On June 14 2022, two workers of an Arkansas construction company were found dead inside a newly installed sewer manhole. The two men were conducting testing below ground, in a confined space, before passing out from lack of oxygen. When firefighters got to the scene,...
