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Feasibility For Machine Guarding Is A Big Deal For Employers and Employees

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OSHA AND FEASIBILITY The OSH Act is the relevant law, and OSHA standards are the relevant regulations for most employers and employees in the United States. Documentation of infeasibility is extremely important because the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission (OSHRC) has recognized feasibility when ruling on contested cases.

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Complying With OSHA Silica Safety Guidelines

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A new standard for construction silica regulation — US OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1153 — requires contractors to control employees’ exposure to respirable crystalline silica to help protect them from these worksite hazards. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), more than. and kidney disease.

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OSHA AND FEASIBILITY The OSH Act is the relevant law, and OSHA standards are the relevant regulations for most employers and employees in the United States. OSHA CITATIONS It is particularly problematic when OSHA cites an employer and expects the employer to install safeguards that are not feasible.

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A Wake-up Message for Employers or An Ounce of Prevention…

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Without a documented procedure, a serious injury is waiting to occur. For a FREE consultation, please contact us. The post A Wake-up Message for Employers or An Ounce of Prevention… appeared first on FDRsafety. In situations where LOTO is not feasible, an ALTERNATIVE METHOD is needed.

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OSHA’s Updated Interim Enforcement Response Plan for COVID-19

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OSHA will, at times, use phone and video conferencing, in lieu of face-to-face employee interviews, to reduce potential exposures to CSHOs. OSHA will minimize in-person meetings with employers and encourage employers to provide documents and other data electronically to CSHOs.

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What Certifications Does A Crane Need To Operate On Construction Sites?

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Certifications protect construction companies and employers when they hire certified crane operators. NCCCO certifications are essential, with over 40 US states recognizing or adopting them for crane operator licensing. These requirements encompass comprehensive training, evaluation, and documentation of skills and knowledge.

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An Economical Way to Do Arc Flash Assessments

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The OSH Act requires that employers “shall furnish to each of their employees employment and a place of employment which are free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to their employees.” We provide the guidance and materials for your staff to do work without us present.

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