Items Tagged with 'OSHA resources'

Washington – Responsible organizations that already embrace the “triple bottom line” of people, planet and profit to reach sustainability goals should make the inclusion of occupational safety and health their next step, OSHA suggests in a recently released white paper.

Washington – A recent letter of interpretation from OSHA offers clarification on when the recommendation or use of exercise should be recorded on the OSHA 300 log.

Washington – OSHA has released “Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs in Construction” in an effort to help employers in the industry – particularly those in small and medium-sized businesses – improve workplace safety.

Washington – OSHA is warning workers of the dangers of methylene chloride after a temporary worker died from exposure to the chemical.

Washington – Two new fact sheets from OSHA provide information intended to protect workers from combustible dust explosion hazards and agricultural emergencies.

Washington – Lightning is a frequently overlooked occupational hazard, according to a new fact sheet from OSHA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Washington – The White House has designated May 23-27 as Extreme Heat Week in an effort to inform the public – including employers and workers – about how to prepare for extreme heat events.

Washington – OSHA recently announced the publication of three new fact sheets, including one intended to help employers develop and implement emergency response plans for workers in permit-required confined spaces.

Kansas City, MO – In an effort to prevent potentially fatal struck-by incidents, OSHA is advising Midwest employers to use their “E.Y.E.S.”

Washington – Scissor lifts have the potential to seriously injure or kill workers when not used properly, OSHA warns in a newly updated hazard alert.