Workers Compensation Wake Up Call
October 8, 2009 by LaWanda Ray
Filed under Compliance, Front Page
Even though the 6.2 million dollar settlement that the Sears Holding Corp reached was the largest filed under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the workers compensation world should be taking note
OSHA Site Specific Targeting 2009 Program
October 5, 2009 by LaWanda Ray
Filed under Front Page, Inspections, Uncategorized
Recently, OSHA released its inspection list for 2009, which details the 4,000 sites that OSHA plans to inspect. The Site Specific Targeting plan was designed to allow OSHA to streamline enforcement.
Five Industries that Should Consider Safety Cabinets
September 30, 2009 by LaWanda Ray
Filed under Front Page, Storage
Although, safety cabinets have been a staple in the construction industry for years, there are a variety of other companies and industries that should seriously consider making the switch. Typically, safety cabinets are used when companies are frequently dealing with hazardous chemicals.
OSHA Issues Final Rule for PPE Standard
September 28, 2009 by LaWanda Ray
Filed under Front Page, PPE
In an effort to capitalize on the technological advancements made in personal protective equipment or (PPE), OSHA has revised its PPE standards in its sections for general industry, shipyards, long-shoring, and marine terminals. The revision, which will take effect on October 9, 2009, is just a continuation of OSHA’s commitment to update or remove outdated references in its standards.
