Big meatpacking companies like Tyson and JBS are working to get their employees vaccination quickly to avoid more coronavirus cases in meatpacking facilities.
President-elect Joe Biden will push for an OSHA standard to protect workers from COVID-19.
Episode 50
Editor Sydny Shepard and Dr. Russell Ogle get into the nitty gritty of understanding the kinds of dust present in your facility.
Gov. Tom Wolf’s PAsmart Next Generation Industry Partnership will supply 28 Pennsylvania businesses with grants to train their workers.
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.
Starting Jan. 26, all incoming United States passengers must provide a negative COVID-19 test.
The Ensuring Safety and Cutting Red Tape Act was approved by parliament on December 9, 2020.
The Wage and Hour Division clarified when travel during the work day is compensable and when it is not.
Episode 48
Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the a new FAQ set up for those who have questions about the expired FFCRA, OSHA's impended deadlines for your Form 300A and updates on the vaccination rollout in the U.S.
Findings from inspections that occurred between July and November resulted in three fines of $7,000.
Forestry businesses, which were declared essential in Canada, will receive support from the Ontario government to aid in workplace safety.
Out of over 1,000 workplace lawsuits that were filed, 200 concerned coronavirus safety protocols.
The department’s Wage and Hour Division created an FAQ to answer questions about the Families First Coronavirus Response Act expiration.
Only 4.2 million Americans have received a first COVID-19 dose as of January 2.
Episode 47
In this episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard walks listeners through what she believes will be the biggest safety trends in 2021.
The National Safety Council offers tips on how to stay safe on the roads during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays.