Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is the federal agency responsible for maintaining workplace safety across all industries. In this article, we’ll look at the top 10 violations found during OSHA inspections in 2021, the cost of OSHA violations, and how to prevent them. OSHA standards for construction.

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Construction Dive

MARCH 2, 2023

Legal experts said the shift does pose a risk for lax employers, but will likely be used sparingly for extreme cases.

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FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

Contractors bidding on work with the federal government would have to disclose OSHA citations, along with violations of a variety of other federal laws, under a recently issued rule for implementing the “Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces” executive order. The AGC says it is considering legislative and legal challenges to the rule.

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FDR Safety

JANUARY 22, 2016

All affected employers need to finalize their OSHA 300 log data about work-related injuries and illnesses that required medical treatment beyond first aid. When completing these forms, it is important to know some of the most common OSHA recordkeeping mistakes that could result in enforcement action. It’s that time again!

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Construction Junkie

MAY 11, 2020

Having an OSHA investigation on your jobsite that results in fines is bad enough, but don’t be tempted to compound the issue by misleading OSHA investigators. That can leave you in a legal bind personally. This isn’t the first time that an individual has plead guilty to making false statements during an OSHA investigation.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Why Some Employers Are Waiting Out OSHA's Vaccine Mandate. Legal experts worry that the wait might not be worth the gamble. . But waiting for legal battles carries risk, particularly if an employer has not previously experienced an OSHA inspection, Travis Vance, partner at Fisher Phillips, said during a virtual media event Thursday.

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FDR Safety

MAY 11, 2015

Employees who want to pursue whistleblower-retaliation claims against employers may find it easier to do so under a new policy directive issued by OSHA. The directive, reported by the news site iwpnews.com, lowers the legal bar for OSHA to initiate an investigation of a complaint.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 8, 2021

OSHA Vaccine and Testing Mandate Delayed by Court Stay. A temporary stay of proceedings is pushing back the deadline for OSHA’s controversial ETS. Today was supposed to be the first big deadline for complying with the OSHA emergency temporary standard (ETS). Wed, 12/08/2021 - 10:06.

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FDR Safety

JUNE 27, 2012

The training requirements for OSHA’s approved 10 and 30 hour safety courses – used by thousands of employers in construction and general industry – have been revised to mandate more instruction on the exercise of employee rights in the workplace, including step-by-step instructions for filing an OSHA complaint. • How to respond.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 5, 2016

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently issued a final rule for silica dust exposure. Despite legal challenges to the standard, OSHA reportedly expects no delay in implementation.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 8, 2013

An administrative law judge has fired what may amount to a legal “shot across the bow” at OSHA, ruling that the agency has been overstepping its bounds on the issue of enterprise-wide abatement. Courts Enforcement OSHA'

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

One of the most significant OSHA actions of 2016 was issuing guidance on drug testing, injury reporting and safety incentive programs. OSHA threw a curve ball to employers with its recent guidance on drug testing, injury reporting and safety incentive programs, leaving companies wondering how to respond. By Andrew Kaake.

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Pro Builder

JULY 27, 2020

What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider. How the Coronavirus May Affect OSHA Compliance on Building Sites. Don’t Forget OSHA Inspections.

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FDR Safety

MAY 31, 2012

Holmes of Jones Day and published by the Washington Legal Foundation, describes the tortured path of the case, which included a 13-year delay at the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission. said that disagreeing with OSHA’s position was not sufficient evidence of willfulness. An excellent article by Willis J.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2020

Where do gravity related accidents fall in the eyes of OSHA? In some cases OSHA is involved and in others, there is a civil suit alleging tort liability. In the OSHA cases, the Agency might suggest that gravity is a hazardous energy to be controlled. The 7500 lb. load came down on him. Could a part that weighs 10 lb.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Avoiding Legal Issues Hiring clients hire a licensed contractor to save themselves from legal liabilities and low-quality work. In that case, the responsibility of dealing with workplace accidents or unsafe job sites will fall upon them, causing legal issues.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

The theme park was not fined for the incident, but one legal expert says the company and contractors that built the park could be sued by individuals who were injured.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Staying current through the annual update is essential for contractors to legally and safely conduct work on regulated properties and projects. Question: I Needed to Report Injuries on My OSHA Logs. Ensuring you have the accurate NAICS code listed on your OSHA logs is key to ensuring your TRIR is accurately reported for your industry.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2020

Where do gravity related accidents fall in the eyes of OSHA? In some cases OSHA is involved and in others, there is a civil suit alleging tort liability. In the OSHA cases, the Agency might suggest that gravity is a hazardous energy to be controlled. The 7500 lb. load came down on him. Could a part that weighs 10 lb.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

Each year OSHA conducts around 50,000 workplace inspections. These investigations are typically triggered by an accident at the workplace, an employee complaint or an OSHA initiated industry specific safety blitz. They have a right to contest the time OSHA allows the employer for correcting a hazard.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 15, 2016

The new guidelines don't change legal requirements or add new rules. OSHA says the guide will be most helpful to small and mid-sized contractors who may not have access to training specialists and the latest safety information.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 10, 2012

OSHA answers questions about inspector impersonations. We have all seen the stories, company’s conned out of thousands of dollars by crooks claiming to be affiliated with OSHA. To help protect your company we asked OSHA to answer some questions about these crimes. What are the consequences for impersonating an OSHA inspector?

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Staying compliant, including meeting internal standards, is crucial for legal requirements and stakeholder trust. Mitigate Legal Risks and Encourage Adherence to Regulatory Requirements You are required to track multiple things to maintain compliance and save yourself from any legal issues. Let’s dive into this option.

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Construction Junkie

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

OSHA Regulatory Changes The 2020 Unified Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions is released by the federal government on a yearly basis, highlighting the steps that agencies plan to take in the months ahead. In a recent “Standard Interpretation” letter, OSHA has clarified its stance on this technology.

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Pro Builder

MAY 28, 2021

And when it comes to vaccinations, employers can legally require it with some exceptions covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act or religious objections. OSHA is currently deferring to the new CDC guidance for jobsite rules, noting that it is “reviewing the recent CDC guidance and will update materials on [its] website accordingly.”

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 30, 2021

James joins us as our first guest to discuss: The difference between safety and compliance What he’s learned interacting with OSHA How gamification can improve safety and make it fun at the same time. But when you focus on compliance first, you may overlook important components of safety just because they aren’t legally mandated.

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Construction Law Monitor

DECEMBER 17, 2012

He enjoys writing and sharing his insights on various legal blogs. million workers suffer serious injury or illness related to their jobs, according to a white paper published by Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the United States Department of Labor (OSHA).While Reduced Employer Liability. percent in injury claims.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries. OSHA regulations require non-exempt employers to post form 300A [PDF, 1.87MB] (or a similar document as allowed), which summarizes the information on workplace injuries and illnesses tracked on form 300. Legal Services. Hardware Stores. Meat and Fish Markets.

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Best Practices Construction Law

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

This should include identifying chain of command for notice purposes, identifying internal investigation team members, identifying who will be a company spokesperson, and identifying your risk management team (insurance and legal). Act diligently when an accident occurs. Manage the accident documents.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 24, 2018

Business taxes, contributions, memberships, corporate headquarters support (legal, financial, etc.). Compliance with environmental laws (overhead [indirect] costs associated with performing work in compliance with EPA/OSHA regulations, including obtaining any necessary licenses and permits, reporting requirements, etc.).

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries. OSHA regulations require non-exempt employers to post form 300A [PDF, 1.87MB] (or a similar document as allowed), which summarizes the information on workplace injuries and illnesses tracked on form 300. Legal Services. Hardware Stores. Meat and Fish Markets.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

However, some policies are so strict that they create potential legal issues. Recent cases (both OSHA and personal injury) suggest that industry’s quest to mandate employee performance may ignore the real world where workers encounter variables, and strict interpretation of the policy would literally prevent the work from being done.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

The Summit brought together safety and legal professionals from chemical manufacturing, petroleum refining, paper and other industries covered by OSHA’s PSM Standard and EPA’s RMP Rule, with officials from the relevant regulatory agencies. The post The Complexity Of OSHA’s PSM Standard appeared first on FDRsafety.

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Work Gearz

MAY 16, 2022

  Bright yellow vests is also made mandatory for construction workers as it is an OSHA requirement. Since it is a legal requirement, the employer will have to ensure that the construction workers wear bright yellow.  This is extremely helpful when construction works are carried out on busy roads. 

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Contractor prequalifications are third-party audits and certifications that serve as proof of skill, dedication to maintaining safe working conditions, and adherence to regulations like OSHA. Compliance is necessary to save everyone in the supply chain from getting significant penalties, fines, and legal mayhem.

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Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), almost 3 out of 100 full-time workers were injured on the job in 2019. It’s no surprise that the 10 most frequent OSHA violations mirror the Focus Four risks : Fall protection, ladders, and scaffolding accounted for 60% of the top violations in 2021. .

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 1, 2019

When it comes to the protection of employees in the construction and oil and gas industries, Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) must religiously maintain compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. But staying ‘OSHA legal’ is no longer enough. Click here to download the full report.

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