Imagine the trauma and somehow living with yourself if you found yourself to be the cause of the death of your child in that way. Although the act might well be unintentional, the torment of grappling with knowing how your child suffered and died might be too much for some to handle.
For employers who do not immediately correct powered industrial truck (aka “forklift”) deficiencies noted in pre-shift inspections, this story will hopefully change that behavior.
Many employers make a serious mistake after taking down their Form 300As, which could result in an OSHA citation.
It is hoped this standard will help reduce injuries and illnesses around the world.
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OSHA has received a favorable opinion from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, which noticeably bolsters the agency’s enforcement power over employers.
When can OSHA pursue criminal negligence for employers who allegedly refuse to comply with the law and continue to expose workers to deadly hazards?
Heat-induced illnesses aren’t typically the first hazards considered by employers with outside workers in late September, particularly with wet bulb globe temperatures (WBGT) of 86.2 degrees Fahrenheit, but it was enough for a worker to die from heat stroke. With summer right around the corner, employers who do not have a Heat Stress Management Program should consider establishing one now.
The new ergonomics standard, set to go into effect on July 1 of this year (or potentially as soon as April 1 of this year) will apply to hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts, and establishments of the like.
Anyone fraudulently shortcutting the OSHA Outreach Training Program’s prescribed training format is subject to criminal prosecution.