OSHA Compliance News

Ten hour OSHA safety training course available
The Region 8 Employers’ Council (ECI) in conjunction with Iowa Workforce Development is offering a “Ten Hour OSHA Safety Training Certificate” session in June for employers who are interested in promo
OSHA Revises Safety Training Rule for Hazardous Chemical Right-to-Know
(5/9) by David Galt, BLR Legal Editor OSHA recently revised its hazard communication, or "worker right-to-know" standard, that requires employers to provide safety training and information to workers that are exposed to hazardous chemicals. According to OSHA, the revisions will affect over 5 million workplaces and 40 million workers.
Goers Dental Care Goes the Extra Mile for OSHA Training in Safety and Infection Control
Goers Dental Care in Darien has received the 2012 certificate of completion for OSHA training in safety and infection control.Darien, IL (PRWEB) May 02, 2012 Ronald Goers, DDS, with his practice, Goers Dental Care in Darien, has received the 2012 certificate of completion for OSHA training in safety and infection control. Dr. Goers put his staff through an annual and rigorous Boot Camp offered ...
MSDSonline Offers Workplace Training on GHS Update to Hazard Communication
New training course entitled, Hazard Communication 2012, covers all aspects of OSHA’s recently updated HCSChicago, IL (PRWEB) May 18, 2012 Responding to growing concern over GHS compliance requirements, MSDSonline, the leading provider of cloud-based solutions for managing EH&S regulatory compliance and workplace safety, today announced the availability of a new online workplace training course ...
OSHA Solicits Applications for Susan Harwood Safety Training Grants
It's that time of the year again – OSHA is seeking applications for $1.2 million in Susan Harwood Training Grants. Applicants have until May 17 to apply for funds meant to provide employees and employers with the information and tools they need to foster safe work environments.
OSHA And The Laser Institute Of America Renew Alliance To Protect Workers From Laser Hazards
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently renewed its Alliance with the Laser Institute of America (LIA) to reduce and prevent worker exposure to laser beam and non-beam hazards in industrial, research and medical workplaces. The Alliance will also share information on laser regulations and standards, effects lasers have on the eyes and skin, laser control measures and laser ...
OSHA: Refton firm violated safety regulations
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration wants to fine a Refton stone contractor $154,000 for allegedly unsafe scaffolding practices. OSHA alleged today that it found eight safety violations at a Quality Stone Veneer worksite at a home in Hegins, Schuylkill County. The accusations incl...
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DOL's OSHA announces intent to establish Whistleblower Protection Advisory Committee
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration today announced its intent to establish a Whistleblower Protection Advisory Committee. The committee will advise, consult with and make recommendations to the secretary of labor and the assistant secretary of labor for occupational safety and health on ways to improve the efficiency, effectiveness and transparency of ...
OSHA plans $154K fine for Refton firm
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration wants to fine a Refton stone contractor $154,000 for allegedly unsafe scaffolding practices. OSHA alleged Wednesday that it found eight safety violations at a Quality Stone Veneer worksite at a home in Hegins, Schuylkill County. The accusations ...