Using propane torch to thaw ice: Not a good idea
An employee was hospitalized after he used a propane torch to thaw ice on a piece of work equipment.
Hazards
Work on pending OSHA regulations halted
There will be a slight delay before the Obama administration issues a slew of new OSHA regulations.
Does OSHA allow written programs to be kept in an electronic format?
Various OSHA standards require employers to have written safety programs. Would a company satisfy such a requirement by keeping the documents solely in an electronic format?
What does Obama labor appointee have to say about OSHA?
The Senate grilled President-elect Obama’s pick for Labor Secretary on a variety of issues at her confirmation hearing.
Another combustible dust danger
Since the Imperial Sugar explosion that killed 14 people, there’s been a lot written recommending companies have the proper equipment to deal with combustible workplace dust. This story shows that just having the equipment doesn’t guarantee you won’t have an explosion.
Company pays maximum OSHA fine in worker’s death
Tyson Foods has agreed to pay the maximum penalty for a willful violation of an OSHA standard resulting in the death of an employee.
Are employees too tired to work safely?
A new study shows almost one in five workers admit they aren’t getting a good night’s sleep. However, only one in ten have been properly diagnosed with a sleep disorder.
Small business hit hard for repeat violations
A small business with just 50 employees will have to pay a hefty OSHA fine for repeat violations after a recent re-inspection.
Comp not exclusive remedy in this case
A worker injured at a construction site sued his employer. The company said it couldn’t be sued because workers’ comp is the exclusive remedy for injured workers.
