News from the Safety Industry

February 10, 2021

Industry experts have praised Virginia’s Jan. 27 COVID-19 worker safety rule.

While this guidance does not create new legal obligations, employers should note that new legal obligations from OSHA relating to COVID-19 are likely forthcoming.

The proposed update to OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard was issued on Feb. 5.

February 5, 2021 Contact: Office of Communications Phone: 202-693-1999

56% of people polled said they feel it is their right to use their phones while they are working.

Construction workers in New York City will need to complete Site Safety Training by March 1.

With coronavirus variants from places like the United Kingdom and Brazil now in the United States, more vigilant practices are necessary to prevent the spread of the virus.

When it comes to electrical safety, there is no such thing as absolute zero risk.

OSHA fulfills the first of two requirements set by President Biden in his Jan. 22 executive order with this new guidance.