Here’s What’s New in OSHA Compliance
5 Ways to Avoid Rising OSHA Fines
It’s always your goal to keep your employees safe and avoid OSHA fines. And, with a recent rise in penalty rates, it’s a matter that becomes even more important. The Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Improvements Act of 2015 (Section 701(b)) requires...
OSHA Form 300A Submission Guidelines for 2025
Once again, it’s that time of the year. OSHA has notified employers they’re now collecting Form 300A data for 2024. Employers are required to submit the form electronically by March 2, 2025. As we progress in the new year, it’s essential for employers to stay updated...
OSHA 300A Reporting: Tips for Correctly Classifying an Incident
The deadline to submit OSHA form 300A is March 2, 2025, for companies with 250 or more workers (or fewer, depending on industry). Employers must electronically report their data via OSHA’s Injury Tracking Application (ITA). While most of the basics are...
Understanding the Amended DOT Drug Testing Regulations
As the transportation industry prioritizes workplace safety, recent revisions to the Department of Transportation's drug testing regulations mark a pivotal shift. The introduction of oral fluid testing modernizes substance screening while raising critical questions...
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...