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The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is a United States federal agency established in 1970 by the Occupational Health and Safety Act. OSHA is part of the Department of Labor and is charged... more +

The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is a United States federal agency established in 1970 by the Occupational Health and Safety Act. OSHA is part of the Department of Labor and is charged with assuring healthy, safe, working environments. OSHA sets and enforces safety standards and policies. Examples of OSHA's duties include setting limits on workers' exposure to hazardous substances, ensuring workers have access to safety information and protective equipment, and providing employers and workers proper training to prevent dangerous conditions. less -

Key Takeaways for Employers as Tuberculosis Cases Surge in Kansas

Fisher Phillips on 2/3/2025

An ongoing tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas is alarming health officials and the general public, and you might be wondering how your workforce could be impacted or how you should respond. We’ll explain what employers need to...more

Asbestos/OSHA Enforcement: Proposed Assessment for Leawood, Kansas Contractor

Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard,... on 12/28/2021

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) issued a December 20th news release stating it was proposing penalties and issuing a Hazard Alert Letter to Compass Resources LLC (“Compass”) for alleged violations. ...more

New Kansas Law Affecting Employer COVID-19 Policies

Husch Blackwell LLP on 12/1/2021

On Monday, November 22, the Kansas legislature met for a special session in direct response to federal action mandating COVID-19 vaccination for certain employees. The Governor signed HB2001 on November 23...more

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