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OSHA Compliance Enforcement Under President Biden

FDR Safety

Expect an increase in discrimination enforcement and possible expansion of limits on drug testing following an accident or injury. Expect increased focus on incentives that may discourage injury and illness reporting and scrutiny of all incentive programs. Expect an increase in inspections that result in large penalties.

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OSHA pushing to protect whistleblowers

FDR Safety

In June 2012, OSHA found the Norfolk Southern Railway in violation of similar anti-retaliation provisions in the federal Railroad Safety Act when it terminated three employees who reported injuries. Remember that OSHA’s recordkeeping rules require employers to set up a procedure for employees to report work-related injuries and illnesses.

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Making the Construction Industry Accessible for All

Fieldwire

Some construction companies have started to hire more women, but they face issues with harassment and discrimination in the workplace. Construction is a dangerous field with numerous opportunities for injuries. Construction businesses with diverse management and board members will likely receive a higher ESG score.

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OSHA Alert: How to Prepare for an OSHA Inspection

FDR Safety

The representative, ideally the Safety and Health Director or Manager or someone in upper management, should be well-versed in OSHA standards applicable to the business, health and safety conditions of the workplace under inspection, location of required records to be kept under OSHA (e.g. Keeping the inspection under control.

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What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work?

Pro Builder

As a result, the home builder could be considered a joint employer, potentially making them liable for employment law violations by a trade partner or for negligence or an injury caused by a subcontractor’s employees. The topic the front line manager really needs to be aware of is: What is our COVID response plan?” Travers asks.

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PRIORITIZING SAFETY AT YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY

Safety Services Company

Injuries, harassment, lapse in compliance, and alcohol-related incidents are all to common in far too many workplace holiday parties. Harassment and Discrimination. The second-most common downfall at holiday parties is the stage for harassment and discrimination. This is especially true when alcohol is a factor.

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Professional Liability Insurance Explained

Levelset

Unlike general liability insurance — which protects contractors when their work leads to bodily injury or property damage — professional liability offers coverage in situations when their work causes another party to lose money. Some mistakes could lead to bodily injury or property damage—which are both covered by general liability insurance.