Incentive Programs, Post-Incident Drug Testing Not Prohibited, OSHA says
Post-incident drug testing and safety incentive programs are not prohibited under the anti-retaliation provisions in OSHA’s electronic record keeping rule, the agency has clarified in an Oct. 11 memorandum sent to regional administrators and state designees. As part of its Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses final rule issued in May 2016, OSHA states […]
OSHA restores Site-Specific Targeting Program
OSHA is reviving its Site-Specific Targeting Program and will be using the initial set of data collected from its electronic record-keeping rule to identify workplaces with high injury and illness rates, the agency recently announced. The SST program directs OSHA enforcement resources to “high injury rate establishments” – based on 2016 data from Form 300A […]
OSHA’s Top 10 Most Cited Violations for 2018
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently revealed its preliminary 2018 Top 10 Most Cited Safety Violations in the workplace. In general, the number of workplace safety violations has increased overall. The #10 on this year’s list, Eye & Face Protection, is new to the Top 10 and was not on the 2017 list. There […]
Loss Control Insights for Contractors: 5 Keys to Winterizing Your Jobsites
There was a time when the arrival of winter meant the end of building season in many parts of the country, but technological innovations, such as ground thaw machines and more effective cold-weather protection, have allowed many trades to continue working year-round despite the freezing weather and snow. To minimize interruptions, injuries and property damage […]
DISTRACTED DRIVING
Commercial Fleet Managers in all industry groups, including the wood and lumber industry, have growing concerns regarding the issue of distracted driving. Distracted driving relates to any activity that could divert a person’s attention away from the primary task of driving. All distractions endanger driver, passenger, and bystander safety. Driver distractions could include one or […]
HOT WORK
One of the most prevalent causes of fire and explosion losses within the United States is open flames and sparks. Open flames and sparks, often referred to as “hot work,” includes a number of operations such as applying roofing materials, brazing, welding, cutting, grinding, soldering, and in many Northern areas, thawing of frozen pipes. All […]
SLIP & FALL HAZARDS
Slip-and-Fall litigation has continually been one of the largest liability exposures for retailers in all industries. It is important to be aware of the duties you owe to your customers. The need for slip and fall safety is just as vital for other industries as well. Traditional law has stated that retailers must exercise “reasonable […]
VEHICLE LOADING & UNLOADING
Truck loading and unloading is a daily activity in many businesses. It is also a regular source of injuries to the driver, workers and visitors. There have been numerous losses caused by improper loading and unloading practices. Employers have a responsibility to ensure they maintain a safe working environment. Forklift operators are also responsible for […]
A Guide to Conducting PPE Hazard Assessments
Keeping workers safe is an essential part of running a business. And one way to achieve workplace safety is choosing—and ensuring workers wear—personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for the tasks each worker performs. But how do you decide which tasks require PPE and what type of PPE is needed for each worker? From his experiences […]
Prevent Harassment and Costly Claims with Proactive Measures
Sexual harassment is a hot topic these days. Did you know that over the past year alone, more than 200 powerful people, including popular celebrities and high-level corporate executives, have been accused of sexual harassment or assault? More and more alleged victims come forward daily. The most recent allegations were leveled against Leslie Moonves, who […]
