by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Apr 20, 2024 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Uncategorized, Wellness
The cannabis industry continues its rapid expansion, with a growing workforce and unique occupational health hazards. In the U.S., this industry is projected to reach $72 billion annually by 2030, according to industry research group New Frontier Data. While most...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Apr 15, 2024 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Services, Wellness
OSHA and Medical Surveillance In the hustle and bustle of the workplace, it’s easy to overlook the critical importance of medical surveillance. Medical surveillance programs help employers identify health hazards, monitor employee health over time, and evaluate...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Apr 7, 2024 | Blog, Uncategorized, Wellness
Occupational health is a critical aspect of a safe and productive work environment. As part of that, one key component consists of alcohol and drug testing programs that comply with OSHA requirements. Here, we’ll dive into a few key points regarding alcohol and...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Mar 28, 2024 | Blog, Silica, Uncategorized, Wellness
If you’re operating within the engineered stone industry, take note: OSHA’s gearing up to take a closer look into your operations. Specifically, the dangers respirable silica could pose to your team. In fact, don’t be surprised if stricter standards are looming...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Mar 25, 2024 | Asbestos, Blog, Firefighters, Hearing Protection, Respiratory Protection, Silica, Uncategorized, Vision Protection, Wellness
So, you’ve been cited by OSHA. With OSHA conducting approximately 32,000 inspections annually, it’s not uncommon that they catch companies off-guard with discovered hazards, and leaving uncertainty about what steps come next. You’re probably worrying about...
by Iheama Ikwuagwu | Mar 18, 2024 | Blog, Uncategorized, Wellness
So, you know those surprise visits that seem to come out of nowhere? Well, OSHA inspections are a bit like that, but for workplaces. And thankfully, you’ll usually have a bit of time to prepare for one. They can pop up for a variety of reasons – like when OSHA...
