News from the Safety Industry

U.S. Department of Labor Issues Revised Rule Concerning OSHA Access to Employee Medical Records

Published: Wednesday July 29th 2020
Source: OSHA News
July 29, 2020 Contact: Office of Communications Phone: 202-693-1999

Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety Provides Scholarship for Women in Safety

Published: Wednesday July 29th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
The Canadian Centre for Occupational health and Safety (CCOHS) is inviting women enrolled in post-secondary education who are pursuing careers in the field of occupational health and safety to apply for the Chad Bradley Scholarship Award.

The Physiological Effects of Prolonged PPE Use During Long Shifts

Published: Tuesday July 28th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
NIOSH and the CDC discuss the burden many healthcare workers face with prolonged use of PPE during long shifts. If your workers are required to wear PPE for long periods of time, be aware of these side effects and tips on how to mitigate harm.

The 30-Year-Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act Was This Weekend

Published: Monday July 27th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
On July 26, the United States will recognized the 30-year-anniversary of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).

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

Published: Sunday July 26th 2020
Source: OSHA News
July 26, 2020 ICYMI: U.S. Department of Labor Acts to Help American Workers and Employers During the Coronavirus Pandemic

10 Things Every Employer Needs to Do Before Reopening

Published: Friday July 24th 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Many businesses in America are beginning to reopen or thinking about reopening. However, your employer should ensure he or she is making the following precautionary, coronavirus steps before operating as usual.

OSHA Cites Ohio Nursing Facilities for Failing to Fully Implement Respiratory Programs to Protect Employees from Coronavirus

Published: Thursday July 23rd 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
OSHA has cited healthcare company OHNH EMP LLC for violating respiratory protection standards following an inspection after the company reported the coronavirus-related hospitalization of seven employees.

Do You Have Work-Related Asthma?

Published: Wednesday July 22nd 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
An OSHA guide helps define work-related asthma, informs you why you should care and tells you what to do if you have asthma from work.

OSHA’s Top 10 Violations for 2019

Published: Tuesday July 21st 2020
Source: OHS Online Magazine
Every year, thousands of workplace injuries and illnesses occur. No matter how prepared you are for the next incident, it is clear organizations could use some help. Check out OHSA’s top 10 violations and ways you can actively prevent them.

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