Here’s What’s New in OSHA Compliance
Why the LA Fires Serve as a Reminder to Protect First Responders
As Los Angeles continues to grapple with devastating fires, it serves as a stark reminder of the dangers involved with both the flames, and medical needs of those who battle the blaze. The LA fires, which started on January 7 2025, has, at the time of this writing,...
The Benefits of Mobile Medical Testing
Mobile Medical Testing Simplifies Workplace Health & Safety Are you still sending employees off-site for medical testing? If so, it might be time to rethink your approach. When you send your employees to off-site clinics, you not only lose productivity, but...
PPE Rule Update Issued for Construction Industry
Can properly fitting personal protective equipment (PPE) transform safety for construction workers? While only time will tell, that’s certainly the goal behind OSHA’s PPE rule update for the industry. In a recent move, OSHA has updated its PPE standards, for the...
OSHA Releases Detailed Injury and Illness Data
Prioritizing workplace injury and illness prevention isn’t just essential for safeguarding employee health. It’s also a smart financial strategy that can lead to significant cost savings for your business. On December 12, 2024, the OSHA released comprehensive data on...
Preventing Norovirus Spread in the Workplace
Are you and your team aware that norovirus can spread like wildfire in the workplace, making it crucial to recognize symptoms and promptly report illness to protect everyone? Norovirus, often referred to as the "vomiting bug" or "winter vomiting disease," is a highly...
Protecting Outdoor Workers from the Hazards of Chemical Deicers
The use of chemical deicers remains prevalent during winter, helping to maintaining safe outdoor surfaces. In fact, it's estimated that around $2 billion is spent each year on chemicals, materials, labor, and equipment for winter road maintenance. But, though...
The Crucial Role of DOT Physical Exams for Winter Driving Safety
As temperatures drop and snow begins to fall, both employers and employees must prioritize safety on the road. Winter driving presents significant dangers due to hazardous conditions such as snow, ice, and reduced visibility. Black ice is particularly treacherous as...
MSHA Silica Standard Receives 2024 Update
Silica exposure poses significant health risks to miners, primarily due to the inhalation of respirable crystalline silica (RCS) dust generated during mining operations. In fact, according to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), over one million miners...
OSHA Updates Guidance for Animal Slaughtering and Processing Industry
Whether it's your annual Thanksgiving turkey, a Christmas ham, or a simple bologna sandwich, a lot happens behind the scenes before these foods reach your table. And, although you probably don't think about the animal slaughtering and processing industry very often,...
Lead, Cadmium Hazards Cost Wisconsin Recycler $202K
Chronic exposure to heavy metals, particularly lead and cadmium, presents significant occupational health hazards that can severely impact worker health. Commonly found in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and recycling, these toxic metals can enter the...