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Itchy eyes, runny nose, scratchy throat at work? It’s probably NOT mold


July 16, 2012 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, OSHA news, Worker health

When it comes to indoor air quality, mold gets all the attention. But according to an occupational hygienist with Connecticut OSHA, when he investigates potential mold complaints, it’s usually not the problem. Instead, the problem is …

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3 inspections later, company faces $735K in OSHA fines


November 17, 2010 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: Electrical safety, enforcement, Falls, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, lockout/tagout, Respiratory safety, Who Got Fined and Why?

Companies that OSHA places in its Severe Violator Enforcement Program (SVEP) can count on multiple safety inspections with accompanying large fines for infractions.

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Should worker receive permanent disability for his asthma?


April 26, 2010 by Fred Hosier
Posted in: new court decision, Respiratory safety, Special Report, What do you think?, Worker health, Workers' comp

Inhaler

It’s a fact: Dust, temperature and humidity factor into asthma attacks. But how can you tell if asthma is an ongoing disability?

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