by Michele Raines | Jan 3, 2020 | Blog, Wellness
Effective Jan. 1, 2020, as a result of a new overtime rule, 29 CFR 541, the Department of Labor estimates that 1.2 million additional workers will be entitled to minimum wage and overtime pay as a result of the increase to the standard salary level. The Department...
by Chris Walter | Dec 30, 2019 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
An Indiana manufacturer faces $195,034 in penalties following an OSHA inspection at its Lavonia, Ga. site. OSHA cited the company for exposing workers to amputation, respiratory health hazards, and other safety-related issues. Investigators found that the metal crate...
by Chris Walter | Dec 16, 2019 | Asbestos, Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
Due to its sturdiness and ability to resist heat, asbestos was once known as the “miracle material.” Now, it’s notorious for causing health issues. About 20 years ago, OSHA began to heavily regulate asbestos after health professionals recognized the...
by Chris Walter | Dec 12, 2019 | Blog, Wellness
The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) significantly increased its number of inspections in fiscal year 2019. Over the last year, OSHA conducted 33,401 inspections relating to trenching, falls, chemical exposure, silica, and other hazards. ...
by Chris Walter | Nov 25, 2019 | Blog
As it turns out, OSHA really does mean business when it issues a fine. In July 2019, after several years of dodging $412,000 in penalties, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals found a New Jersey construction company’s president in contempt of court, and thus, personally...
by Chris Walter | Nov 18, 2019 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Wellness
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently updated its website with new information on how to recognize and control ionizing radiation hazards. The ionizing radiation webpage features need-to-know information for you to keep your team safe from...
