As the coronavirus pandemic continues to spread throughout the United States, U.S. OSHA and state OSHA departments are moving forward with enforcement of violations related to COVID-19. Keep compliant to avoid injury and penalties.
Keeping the Chill Out: Advice for Preventing Cold Stress
Baby, it’s cold outside. But for anyone who works outside or in a cold environment, this is no joke. You may be at risk for cold stress.
Helpful Information for Assistance to Firefighters Grant Applications for COVID-19 PPE
The next cycle of the AFG-S grant program to purchase many types of light PPE opens on October 6th to volunteer fire departments and combination departments only and the application period will remain open until November 13th.
Disinfection of PPE for Working Safely in Construction During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Find out more about how to properly disinfect reusable personal protective equipment to help maintain safe working conditions throughout construction job sites.
PPE Selection for Working Safely in Construction During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Explore the many different types of solutions available to help protect your workers and maintain safe construction worksites.
General Guidelines for Working Safely in Construction During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Consider what additional requirements and steps employers should be taking to help protect the health and safety workers on construction job sites.
OH&S Magazine Spotlight: Addressing Confined Spaces and Heat Stress Concerns
Working in confined spaces can be dangerous, but learning how to identify and plan for the risks and hazards can help avoid injuries.
OH&S Magazine Spotlight: Reducing Silica Exposure Amongst Stone Countertop Workers
Read about silica exposure, the risks stone countertop fabrication workers are facing and important steps that can be taken to help protect them.
Modern Contractor Magazine Feature: Leading Edge Fall Protection Choices
Learn why its critically important to not only understand sharp and leading edge hazards, but to ensure you have fall protection equipment specifically designed to address these hazards while working at height.
Beryllium Hazard: An Overview on Regulation Requirements Changes
The provisions reduce the Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) over an eight-hour period and establish a new 15-minute Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL). Because of these changes to the exposure levels, employers have requirements that they must meet.