Conor H. Meeks | Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP | October 28, 2015 On May 4, 2015, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a new regulation on confined spaces in the construction industry. Previously, there was only one rule for construction employers — provide training to employees who enter confined spaces. The new regulation (29… Continue reading OSHA’s New Regulation on Confined Spaces in Construction
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Cal / OSHA Wins Unprecedented Decision in Case Protecting Workers from Indoor Heat
November 2, 2015 The California Occupational Safety and Health Appeals Board (Appeals Board) has ruled in favor of Cal / OSHA’s 2012 citations against two employers because their Injury and Illness Prevention Programs (IIPP) failed to effectively address the hazard of indoor heat. “This is the first case of indoor heat considered by the Appeals Board.… Continue reading Cal / OSHA Wins Unprecedented Decision in Case Protecting Workers from Indoor Heat
Fall Hazards Due to Construction Issues
Advise & Consult, Inc. | October 26, 2015 What are Fall Hazards? ‘Fall hazards’ is a pretty self explanatory term in itself. The hazards or perils of a fall are common on construction sites and most of the workers are exposed to them on a daily basis as they work to earn their livelihood. A… Continue reading Fall Hazards Due to Construction Issues
Fall Protection Trigger Height May Change in Oregon
The change from 10 to 6 feet would be effective Jan. 1, 2017. Also, slide guards could no longer be used as a primary fall protection system as of Oct. 1, 2017. Oregon State’s OSHA is considering a change in the minimum height for general fall protection to 6 feet from 10 feet. If this… Continue reading Fall Protection Trigger Height May Change in Oregon
Would OSHA “Punt” on Inspecting an NFL Team?
Advise & Consult, Inc. | October 14, 2015 The tragedy this August that claimed the life of one worker and injured another during construction of the new $1.1B Minnesota Vikings football stadium reminded us that serious accidents can happen at any site no matter the size or cost. As an avid football fan and OSHA… Continue reading Would OSHA “Punt” on Inspecting an NFL Team?