by oshalegal | Nov 4, 2024 | Food Processing, OSHA Inspections, OSHA News
OSHA has announced a significant expansion of its inspection practices for the Animal Slaughtering and Processing industry. This change comes as a result of the industry’s higher-than-average days away, restricted, or transfer (DART) rate, according to Bureau of Labor...
by oshalegal | Oct 29, 2024 | OSHA News
OSHA recently issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to address how heat-related hazards are managed in both outdoor and indoor work settings. In its release, OSHA notes that heat is the leading cause of weather-related fatalities in the United States. What Employers...
by oshalegal | Jul 15, 2024 | OSHA News
After years and years of trying, OSHA has finally introduced a proposed rule/standard aimed at mitigating heat-related risks in the workplace. Pursuant to the rule, employers in all industries are required to develop injury and illness prevention plans for heat...
by oshalegal | May 31, 2024 | OSHA News
OSHA has announced a final rule updating its Hazard Communication Standard (again), effective July 19, 2024. Here is a breakdown of what businesses need to know: Changes in the Updated Hazard Communication Standard 1) Comprehensive Labeling on Small Packaging Labels...
by oshalegal | May 21, 2024 | OSHA News
OSHA recently announced its plans to restructure its regional operations and establish a new regional office in Birmingham, with the intention of establishing a stronghold in states like Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Florida....
by oshalegal | May 20, 2024 | OSHA News
As we move into the warmer months, it is crucial for businesses to be aware of OSHA’s focus on heat-related workplace issues and its continued effort to adopt specific OSHA standards relating to heat—which currently do not exist. These efforts are part of the...
