News from the Safety Industry

FDA Issues Warning Letter to Manufacturer of Respirator Decontamination System

Published: Friday October 9th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Battelle Memorial Institute failed to meet Emergency Use Authorization requirements for reporting adverse events.

Navigating Employee Health and Food Safety for Human and Animal Food Operations: Key Considerations from OSHA and FDA

Published: Friday October 9th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
This checklist is just one resource industry can leverage to determine whether operations align with existing regulatory requirements and guidance out of the FDA, OSHA, and CDC.

An Update To The Workplace Safety Plan: What Employers Need To Be Doing Now

Published: Thursday October 8th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Like any other business policy, workplace safety is not what it traditionally looked like. It is ever-evolving and advancing, and an employer’s approach should reflect this.

OSHA Cites Over Thirty Employers for Coronavirus Violations

Published: Thursday October 8th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The agency issued citations for several employers across the country for improper operations during the pandemic.

Public and Private Sector Vehicle Drivers Face Challenges in the Age of COVID-19

Published: Wednesday October 7th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
In an age of contactless journeys, vehicle drivers in both the private and public sectors face new challenges – how can they keep a safe distance?

NSC Survey Reports Low Percentage of Drivers Following Cell Phone Use Laws

Published: Wednesday October 7th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Just 62% of drivers surveyed reported that they are “very willing” to follow state cell phone laws while driving.

OSHA Investigates Death of Utah Construction Worker

Published: Tuesday October 6th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
A Utah man died while working on a construction site on October 3.

Preparing Your Workplace for Emergencies and Worst-Case Scenarios

Published: Tuesday October 6th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
As a business owner or employer, it’s important to prioritize the safety of employees and have plans and procedures available that can be implemented quickly and efficiently.

ICYMI: U.S. Department of Labor Acts to Help American Workers and Employers During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Published: Monday October 5th 2020
Source: OSHA News
October 5, 2020 ICYMI: U.S. Department of Labor Acts to Help American Workers andEmployers During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Cal/OSHA Fines Los Angeles Grocery Stores for Coronavirus Violations

Published: Monday October 5th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The five grocery stores were fined a total of $104,308 for putting workers at risk for contracting coronavirus.

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