by Chris Walter | Aug 2, 2021 | Blog, COVID-19, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
Due to an increased domestic supply of NIOSH-approved respirators, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) revoked the emergency use authorization of non-NIOSH-approved disposable respirators. Last year, manufacturers of NIOSH-approved disposable respirators were...
by Chris Walter | Jul 26, 2021 | Blog, Wellness
With parts of the nation facing unprecedented heat waves, it’s a better time than ever to make sure your workers are safe from heat hazards in the workplace. Emergency Rule in Oregon In June, a farm worker in Oregon was found unresponsive at the end of...
by Chris Walter | Jul 19, 2021 | Blog, Hearing Protection, Wellness
After multiple inspections and a failure to abate hazards, OSHA cited a Milwaukee metal fabricating facility for failing to implement a hearing conservation program and for exposing workers to dangerous machines. During two different 2020 inspections, OSHA identified...
by Chris Walter | Jul 12, 2021 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
***Updated July 11, 2022*** OSHA has extended its revised COVID-19 National Emphasis Program based on data that shows hospitalizations due to the virus “may increase significantly in the coming weeks.” The NEP is focused on high-hazard industries such as health care...
by Chris Walter | Jul 6, 2021 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
Mold is a naturally occurring fungi that thrives in moist climates—and can cause adverse health effects including respiratory issues. Buildings or facilities that have sat vacant due to COVID-19 that are now reopening should be properly inspected for workplace mold...
by Chris Walter | Jun 21, 2021 | Blog, Wellness
The U.S. Department of Labor is offering more than $21 million in Occupational Safety and Health Administration health and safety grants for non-profit organizations. American Rescue Plan Act Grants The first available grant provides $10 million under...
