Tag: OSHA

OSHA, or The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, is the main federal agency charged with the enforcement of safety and health legislation.

emergency temporary standard

OSHA Extends COVID-19 ETS Comment Period

The comment period for OSHA's COVID-19 vaccination and testing emergency temporary standard has been extended to mid-January.
Voluntary Protection Programs

OSHA Launches New Voluntary Protection Programs Portal

OSHA offers a new Voluntary Protection Programs portal, and reminds employers to keep workers trained and healthy during the holiday season.
NACOSH

NACOSH Meeting Scheduled This Month

The Department of Labor will hold a virtual meeting of the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health on November16.
workplace safety

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Workplace safety can be a serious challenge and business expense for any organization but AI video analytics can help bridge the gap between incident and response by quickly identifying and addressing hazards before they become problems.
hazardous heat conditions

Rulemaking Initiated To Protect Workers From Heat Hazards

Coinciding with a Biden-Harris administration interagency effort to protect indoor and outdoor workers, OSHA will publish an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking tomorrow.
Safety Labeling

On-demand Safety Labeling Solution

Safety Labeling Solution pairs a Brother thermal transfer 4" printer with intuitive safety signage design software, as well as a variety of label, ribbon, color, and size options needed to create signage for safety standards and codes.
nonprofit organizations

OSHA Awards Over $11.6M In Workplace Safety, Health Grants

The Harwood Grants focus on targeted training, awareness, creation of safety programs for nonprofit organizations.
Whistleblower Protection Program

OSHA Seeks Input On Whistleblower Protection Program

The U.S. Department of Labor will hold a virtual meeting to solicit public input on OSHA’s Whistleblower Protection Program.
vaccine

OSHA To Issue Rule On Vaccine Mandates For Private Sector

Last week, President Biden announced several initiatives regarding COVID-19 vaccine requirements for U.S. employers.
training grants

OSHA Awards Worker Safety, Health Training Grants To 37 Nonprofits

More than $6.7 million in grants will fund education and training programs to help workers and employers recognize infectious diseases, identify preventive measures.
Unvaccinated Workers

OSHA Updates Guidance On Protecting Unvaccinated Workers

Updated guidance expands information on ways to protect workers from COVID-19 in higher-risk workplaces with mixed-vaccination status workers.
Safe + Sound Week

OSHA Kicks Off National Safe + Sound Week

The weeklong event, which recognizes effective workplace safety and health programs, begins Monday, August 9.
healthcare facilities

Realty Trust Group Offers Guidance On Healthcare ETS

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, OSHA's Emergency Temporary Standards address a number of enhanced standards designed to protect employees in healthcare facilities.
workplace death

Workplace Death: Safety Groups Respond To OSHA Family Communication Plan

OSHA’s new guidance on working with families after workplace death includes communicating about inspections, findings, and the closing of investigations.
Jim Frederick training grants

Opinion: Apply For Workplace Hazard, Infectious Disease Training Grants

OSHA's Jim Frederick explains how the Department of Labor is helping workers through expanded OSHA training grants for non-profit organizations.
tree care

OSHA Issues Updated Guidance For Tree Care Industry Inspections

A new memorandum from OSHA highlights some of the hazards faced by workers engaged in tree care and tree removal operations.
training grants

Over $21M Available For Workplace Hazard, Infectious Disease Training

The OSHA training grants are available to non-profit organizations through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and the Susan Harwood Training Grant Program.
Healthcare Workers

OSHA Issues ETS To Protect Healthcare Workers From COVID-19

OSHA's emergency temporary standard (ETS) focuses on healthcare workers most likely to have contact with someone infected with the coronavirus.
NACOSH

U.S. Department Of Labor Schedules NACOSH Meeting

A meeting of the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health will be held June 22 via teleconference and WebEx.
Walking-Working Surfaces

OSHA To Clarify Handrail, Stair Rail Requirements

Proposed rule clarifies previous requirements for handrails and stair rail systems, provides flexibility in the transition to OSHA’s newer requirements.
Energy Incentives Webinar, Power Grid

Learn How To Capture Energy Incentives And Strengthen The Power Grid

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facility resilience

Watch This: The Role Of Facilities Management In Handling Emergencies And Maintenance

This video webinar provides actionable strategies to safeguard your assets, protect lives, and ensure operational continuity.

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Infrastructure Upgrades For Energy And Labor Savings: Scaling For Growth

How Arway Linen and Uniform is reducing water and energy consumption by 51%.