OSHA ordered a Connecticut-based commercial motor carrier to compensate a driver more than $150,000 for retaliating against him when he raised safety concerns. [Read more…]
Feds ID thousands of CDL drivers with positive drug tests
March 2, 2020 Comments (0)
The Federal Commercial Driver’s License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse has identified thousands of positive substance abuse tests of commercial drivers within its first two months of operation. [Read more…]
CDC offers more guidance for employers on coronavirus
February 26, 2020 Comments (0)
Because the coronavirus outbreak is continuing to grow and evolve, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently released guidance for businesses and employers to help reduce workplace exposures. [Read more…]
OSHA sets sights on 2 big construction industry hazards for FY 21
February 19, 2020 Comments (0)
The construction industry will remain a primary focus for OSHA inspectors for the foreseeable future, judging from information contained in the agency’s fiscal year 2019 annual performance report. [Read more…]
Court: UPS must pay for employees’ safety shoes
February 17, 2020 Comments (0)
California case law dictates UPS Ground Freight has to pay for its employees’ safety shoes, according to an appeals court’s Feb. 6 decision.
OSHA revises respirable silica emphasis program
February 12, 2020 Comments (0)
OSHA announced it has made some revisions to its National Emphasis Program on respirable crystalline silica in general industry, maritime and construction. [Read more…]
Employee dies in trench collapse attempting to rescue co-worker
February 10, 2020 Comments (0)
A fatal trench collapse involving a worker killed attempting to save a co-worker serves as a tragic reminder that rescue attempts should only be made when it’s safe to do so and only by trained individuals. [Read more…]
Feds offer guidance on coronavirus exposure prevention
February 3, 2020 Comments (0)
As the novel coronavirus outbreak continues to evolve, OSHA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have posted guidance on their websites for dealing with the virus. [Read more…]
Peer pressure a factor in fatal oil rig incident
January 29, 2020 Comments (0)
Peer pressure can be a double-edged sword when it comes to safety: It can help convince workers to do the right thing, or it can push them to take unnecessary risks. [Read more…]
Court: Employer must reimburse injured worker for medical weed
January 27, 2020 Comments (0)
A New Jersey employer must reimburse an injured worker for medical marijuana, according to an appeals court decision. [Read more…]
