A new California law taking place on workplace violence requires employers to develop and implement written plans and interactive training to prevent and respond to on-the-job threats of violence by July 1, 2024.
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By incorporating AI-powered solutions, companies can tailor wellness plans to cater to the diverse needs of their workforce, fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment. This holistic approach ensures that employees are equipped to navigate the challenges of the modern workplace, promoting a healthier and more balanced lifestyle.
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OHSA announced on January 11th that it has made changes to its civil penalty amounts based on cost-of-living adjustments for 2024. OSHA’s maximum penalties for serious and other-than-serious violations will increase from $15,625 to $16,131 per violation.
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Effective Jan. 1, 2024, OSHA amended its occupational injury and illness recordkeeping regulation to require employers meeting certain size and industry criteria to electronically submit injury and illness information to OSHA that employers are already required to keep at their workplace premises.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has initiated a 12-month review process to prioritize five toxic chemicals for risk evaluation under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).
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Occupational safety and health (OSH) professionals are tasked with evaluating and addressing workplace hazards, aiming to mitigate them within their organization. When all other controls prove insufficient, personal protective equipment (PPE) becomes the final line of defense.
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Preparation is key to a successful external safety audit. In addition, a deep understanding of audit requirements and a strong commitment to safety, along with clear communication and a unified interdepartmental approach, will help organizations meet compliance standards while building a safer work environment for their workforce.
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Human organization performance (HOP) safety principles plays a pivotal role in the development and implementation of effective substance abuse policies within workplaces. This article explores the nuances of substance abuse policies in the modern workplace, emphasizing the importance of a balanced and employee-centric approach.
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A total of 5,486 workers died from on-the-job injuries in 2022 – a 5.7% increase from the previous year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics data released December 19. It’s the sixth time in seven years that workplace deaths surpassed 5,000 on the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries.
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The updated OSHA Injury Tracking Application (ITA) is now available from osha.gov/injuryreporting. This page provides requirements and guidance about electronically submitting your establishment’s injury and illness data from the OSHA Form 300A: Summary of Work-Related Injury and Illnesses; OSHA Form 300: Log of Work-Related Injury and Illnesses; and OSHA Form 301: Injury and Illness Incident Report.
Employers should visit the ITA Coverage Application to determine whether they are required to submit this data. Data collection for calendar year 2023 will begin January 2, 2024, and must be submitted by March 2, 2024.
World Millwork Alliance (WMA) 54 TH Annual Convention & Tradeshow will hold its’ premier event at the Memphis Cook Convention Center from September 11-15, 2018. WMA will offer Veterans and Students complimentary access to the exhibit hall during Millwork Career Day on Friday, September 14, 2018 during the show hours of 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
WMA welcomes Veterans and Students to explore a career in the millwork industry. Learn from worldwide millwork professionals while viewing the finest millwork products. Meet with industry distributors and manufacturers about the opportunities in a millwork career.
Pre-registration for a name badge is available by completing a WMA Registration Form. Any local Student or Veteran who has pre-registered will pick up their complimentary “Expo – One Day Pass” with a valid student ID or Veteran ID at the WMA registration desk in the Memphis Cook Convention Center.
Veterans must show a Veteran’s Administration (VA) identification card to receive an “Expo-One Day Pass” and to gain entrance into the exhibit hall on Friday, September 14, 2018.
Students must show a valid Student photo I.D. card to receive an “Expo-One Day Pass” and to gain entrance into the exhibit hall on Friday, September 14, 2018.
Pre-registration is open until August 13, 2018; thereafter, registration is onsite at the WMA registration desk in the Memphis Cook Convention Center.
