Here’s What’s New in OSHA Compliance
Combustible Dust National Emphasis Program Receives Update
Loss of life, property, injury, interrupted production, expensive litigation, negative publicity, and more – these are all the end results of combustible dust explosions. And, for many industries, combustible dust explosions are a very real threat, which require...
Respiratory Protection Failures Lead to Worker’s Death
In the oil and gas industry, respiratory protection is a critical component of worker-safety. Workers in the industry are regularly exposed to a variety of airborne hazards, including toxic gases, vapors, and particulates. These hazards can cause respiratory distress,...
Mercury Exposure Leaves Plant Facing 21 Violations
Every business tries to find ways to cut costs. But, no matter what route you take, denying workers proper safety protection is never an option. Eventually, workers become sick, operational man-hours are affected, and production becomes hampered. Even worse, your...
Grain Bin Accident Claims Worker’s Life
With proper PPE and adherence to safety guidelines, the majority of incidents in the workplace can be avoided, including grain bin accidents. And yet, in recent years, data shows the frequency of these accidents on the rise. In 2017, 23 grain bin entrapments and 12...
Chemical Hazards Leave Plant Facing $292K In Fines
When working around chemical hazards and toxic substances is a necessary part of your operation, you know you need to take extra precautions to keep your team safe. Chemical hazards and toxic substances create poisonous environments for your workers, and cause adverse...
OSHA Seeks Input on Voluntary Protection Programs
Ever wish there was a way you could avoid OSHA's programmed inspections? Well, it's a very real possibility, through OSHA's Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP). It’s no secret that violating safety standards attracts fines, penalties, and disciplinary measures....
Work in Construction? This OSHA Meeting Matters
While regulatory and safety standards are critical for the health of your team, they're not created out of thin air. It takes a host of interconnected parties to spot issues and develop the proper solutions. For proper decision making, regulation, and enforcement,...
CO2 Overexposure Costs Missouri Plant $570K
very time you take a breath, you inhale oxygen and breath out carbon dioxide. Carbon dioxide (CO2) naturally occurs in the air around us, making up approx. 0.04% of the earth’s atmosphere. Carbon dioxide usually exists as a colorless, odorless, non-flammable gas, and...
Electrocution Hazards Lead to Worker’s Death
Every time you flip on a light switch, brew your coffee, or conduct a hundred other routine tasks, an amazing thing happens: an invisible force instantly springs into action. Electricity turns night into day, powers your tools, and generally makes life more enjoyable....
New OSHA Enforcement Guidance Set to Increase Penalties
OSHA penalties serve as warnings and deterrents, intended to prevent employers from committing offenses time after time. Unfortunately, some employers become repeat OSHA offenders, and continue to ignore the rules, even after multiple citations. Now, a shifting policy...