Efforts to curb the transmission of contracting COVID-19 by handwashing has lessened according to an annual survey from Bradley Corp.
Issues stemming from complacency will decrease if an organization creates a culture that embraces enterprise-wide risk management.
Companies are still struggling to find time to train employees on workplace safety. Others can’t verify if their training programs are effective.
Episode 54
Editor Sydny Shepard goes over the newest information from the Chemical Safety Board on the gas leak at a Georgia poultry plant that killed 6 people.
Trinity Rail and Maintenance Services Inc. was cited for 11 serious violations after the death of two employees in August.
The American Industrial Hygiene Association joined with eight other organizations to call on OSHA and the CDC to create coronavirus guidelines.
While this guidance does not create new legal obligations, employers should note that new legal obligations from OSHA relating to COVID-19 are likely forthcoming.
Workers in North Carolina are advocating for a statewide COVID-19 workplace mandate.
Industry experts have praised Virginia’s Jan. 27 COVID-19 worker safety rule.
The proposed update to OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard was issued on Feb. 5.
If the legislation is passed, meatpacking employers would be required to provide paid sick leave and PPE to their employees.
Episode 52
In this episode, listeners will hear about a new partnership between EPA and OSHA, Virginia's new permanent COVID-19 workplace safety standards and when industrial workers will be able to get the coronavirus vaccine.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has a new leadership team.
The Jan. 22 executive order instructs OSHA to clarify and update COVID-19 safety recommendations.
Episode 51
In this Safety Speak mini episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the new OSHA leadership appointment and how the Biden Administration has addressed worker safety and health amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Former United Steelworkers safety official Jim Frederick will act as OSHA’s Deputy Assistant Secretary of Labor.
Episode 50
Editor Sydny Shepard and Dr. Russell Ogle get into the nitty gritty of understanding the kinds of dust present in your facility.
Episode 49
In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses anticipated changes safety professionals should look out for after the inauguration of President-Elect Joe Biden on January 20, 2021.
The adjustments to the civil penalty amounts take effect on Jan. 15.
Establishments that have more than 20 employees and high injury and illness rates are the targets for this program.