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Surviving an OSHA Inspection

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Each year OSHA conducts around 50,000 workplace inspections. While the odds of a workplace being inspected are less than 1 percent, it is vital for business owners to understand how to navigate the four steps of an inspection. If a company has a union representative they also take part in the investigation.

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OSHA releases COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS)

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Companies are not required to pay for or provide the tests unless they are otherwise required to by state or local laws or in labor union contracts. Can state OSHA regulators override this? If you need help with any COVID safety policies, training, or inspections, ask about our COVID ETS bundle.

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2013 Interpretations of OSHA Regulations

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Even while creating new regulations and amending current ones to fit the workplace’s changing safety standards, OSHA is hard at work providing guidance material to help employers follow their rules, and answering questions and providing guidance on existing rules. December 27, 2013. February 4, 2013.

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OSHA Testing Can Reduce Employer Liability, Saves Companies Money

Construction Law Monitor

Programs designed to prevent workplace injury and illness are well established in countries like Canada, Australia, Norway, Japan, Korea and all the 27 member states of he European Union. Yet many business owners resist mandatory workplace inspections and tighter safety regulations imposed by OSHA. percent in injury claims.

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OSHA ETS Update: Here’s the skinny…

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OSHA will work closely with the regulated community to provide compliance assistance. Companies are not required to pay for or provide the tests unless they are otherwise required to by state or local laws or in labor union contracts. What does the OSHA ETS mean for organizations with 100+ employees? Completely free and no obligation.

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5 Ways Leading Contractors Keep Their Clients Happy

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Streamlining processes like safety inspections, compliance and document management cut down on project risks and lead to happier clients. The cloud also makes it easier for a project manager to prepare quality reports for clients without having to spend an inordinate amount of time doing so. Avoid Negative Incidents.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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percent in 2012, the industry’s delicate balance between supply and demand will likely be disrupted due to new regulations. Union Pacific and Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway are among those serving the state and provide transportation of raw materials and finished products throughout the nation. Total tonnage declined 2.2