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Tips to comply with the two most cited OSHA Standards
When it comes to workplace safety, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) plays a crucial role in ensuring that employers adhere to safety standards designed to protect workers. Among the various regulations, two of the most frequently cited...
Hearing Protection and Ear Buds and Headphones
In this digital age, many employees are asking about headphones and earbuds in the workplace. Some of you may have even noticed suppliers advertising “OSHA Approved” earbuds, or maybe employees who have claimed their earbuds or AirPods® are noise cancelling and OSHA...
OSHA’s Final Rule to Amend the Hazard Communication Standard
OSHA has amended the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to align primarily with the seventh revision of the United Nations’ Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS). The final rule was published on May 20, 2024, and is effective on July 19, 2024. OSHA has implemented a tiered approach for establishments to come into compliance. The first deadline is November 2025. See the Effective Date chart below.
Update to the New OSHA Recordkeeping Requirements
OSHA made updates to the electronic injury and illness reporting rules that will be in effect starting on January 1, 2024. Here is a quick video to explain what is the same, what industries are impacted and what new information needs to be reported. Watch the Video...
OSHA Recordkeeping – Recordable or Not Recordable
With OSHA recordkeeping deadlines around the corner, here are some recordkeeping tips to keep you informed and compliant. Recordable injuries are defined as any work-related injury that results in treatment beyond first aid. Counting days away from work or restricted...
Industrial Hygiene Acronyms (and What They Mean)
Industrial hygiene uses a lot of acronyms for exposure limits and hazard assessment. While they may sound the same, each one is unique and it is helpful to understand the difference.EXPOSURE LIMITS OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration NIOSH: National...
Winter Driving Safety Tips
While we strive to be safe on the job, driving to and from work each day is one of the most dangerous things we do. Here are some tips to keep in mind when driving in winter weather: Before you leave: Make sure your vehicle is prepared for the winter – this means...
Need to Know OSHA Recordkeeping Tips and Deadlines
With OSHA recordkeeping deadlines around the corner, here are some recordkeeping tips to keep you informed and compliant. Establishments with 250 or more employees are currently required to keep OSHA injury and illness records. Establishments with 20-249...
Mold, Black Mold
It seems like mold can appear anywhere and can be scary when you find it growing in your home. Mold grows in areas that are warm and moist, which is why it’s frequently found in kitchens and bathrooms. A big misconception about mold is that it is all toxic. The most...