by Chris Walter | Jul 28, 2020 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Silica, Wellness
The Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR) released a new hazard alert to help prevent silica dust exposure among construction and surface mining workers who operate mobile equipment in enclosed cabs. Why is Silica Dust Deadly? Respirable...
by Michele Raines | Jun 26, 2020 | Blog, Hearing Protection, Respiratory Protection, Silica, Wellness
It can sometimes be confusing to understand how long employers are required to keep employee medical records. This is because OSHA’s employee medical recordkeeping requirements are defined in several places, depending on whether or not the rules apply to general...
by Michele Raines | May 18, 2020 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Silica
OSHA’s medical surveillance requirements for employees exposed to respirable crystalline silica have been in effect since June 2018. Soon, they’re about to get even more strict. Effective June 23, 2020, employers will be required to assess exposures for...
by Michele Raines | Mar 2, 2020 | Blog, Respiratory Protection, Silica, Wellness
In February, OSHA announced a revised National Emphasis Program (NEP) for respirable crystalline silica (RCS) in general industry, maritime, and construction. In general, NEP’s are designed to focus OSHA’s resources on particular hazards and high-hazard industries....
by Chris Walter | Mar 2, 2020 | Blog, Chemicals, Respiratory Protection, Silica, Wellness
A Delaware-based railcar cleaning and repair company faces penalties of $371k for worker safety and health violations. In August 2019, OSHA investigators searched the company’s tank rail car and cleaning facility after receiving a complaint of numerous health and...
by Chris Walter | Nov 11, 2019 | Asbestos, Blog, Firefighters, Hearing Protection, Respiratory Protection, Silica, Vision Protection, Wellness
Rotating Schedules and Shifts Nowadays, many businesses and industries are expected to function around the clock. This calls for a rotating work schedule, known as shift work. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, shift work is a way of life for nearly...
