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Active Shooter Events: Why Communication and Coordination are Key for California Employers

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The recent tragic attack at an office building in New York and the loss and pain felt by its survivors and those affected leave many employers wondering what more they can do to protect their employees and locations. In...more

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[Webinar] Major Updates to OSHA's Hazard Communication (Chemical Right-to-Know) Standard - June 20th, 1:00 pm ET

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On May 20, 2024, OSHA published its long-in-the-making revision to the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). OSHA’s revised its standard to better align with the United Nations’ Globally Harmonized System of Classification...more

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[Webinar] The Impact of New TSCA Regs on OSHA Chemical Safety Enforcement - October 22nd, 1:00 pm ET

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Although this is the OSHA webinar series, in this webinar, we’ll be analyzing the intersection of EPA’s new Toxic Substances Control Act (“TSCA”) chemical exposure limits and OSHA enforcement of workplace chemical exposure....more

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The New Hot Topic: OSHA’S National Emphasis Program for Heat-Related Hazards

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Expanding on the agency’s heat-related illness prevention initiative, OSHA has announced a new National Emphasis Program (NEP) for Outdoor and Indoor Heat-Related Hazards. Join OSHA attorneys Michael Rubin and Stefan A....more

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[Webinar] The New Hot Topic: OSHA’s National Emphasis Program for Heat-Related Hazards - May 17th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

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Expanding on the agency’s heat-related illness prevention initiative, OSHA has announced a new National Emphasis Program (NEP) for Outdoor and Indoor Heat-Related Hazards. Join OSHA attorneys Michael Rubin and Stefan A....more

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OSHA Issues ‘Stronger’ Workplace Guidance on COVID-19

On January 29, 2021, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published new guidance on mitigating and preventing the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. In a press release announcing the new guidance,...more

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COVID-19 Workplace Exposure Claims Dismissed

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One question that employers have been asking since the onset of the pandemic is whether they could be sued by employees who get sick as a result of being exposed to an infected coworker. Plaintiffs’ and defendants’ lawyers...more

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Mining MSHA – What Is Unwarrantable Failure?

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Welcome to “Mining MSHA,” a regular series of posts focusing on mine safety fundamentals – but designed for both new and experienced mine safety professionals. This series will help safety professionals develop their MSHA...more

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Workplace Safety in California, Episode 1: A Primer on Cal/OSHA

In the first episode of this multi-part series, Kevin Bland and Karen Tynan cover key information for employers about workplace safety in California. Topics include best practices when Cal/OSHA shows up for an inspection,...more

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“Walk This Way”: What are Employers’ Walk-Around Rights During OSHA Inspections?

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Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSH Act), employers have a right to be given the opportunity to accompany an OSHA compliance safety and health officer (CSHO) during an inspection of the workplace. In...more

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OSHA Hazard Assessment: To What Extent Can a Multi-Facility Employer Rely on Hazard Assessments from One Facility in Another,...

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OSHA regulations require an employer to conduct a hazard assessment to determine if hazards are present, or likely to be present, that necessitate the use of Personal Protection Equipment (“PPE”). 29 CFR § 1910.132(d)(1). It...more

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Virginia OSHA is Serious about Safety and They’ll Issue Big Penalties if Necessary.

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We were stunned to see a squared away State OSHA plan issue a million dollar OSHA citation earlier this month. We should, therefore take note, when that state’s Governor actually spoke at the state’s “Governor’s Safety...more

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