OSHA Rule Allowing Third Parties to Attend Walkaround Inspections Finalized
In late March 2024, OSHA amended the OSH Act in the section pertaining to representatives on walkaround inspections. Specifically, the regulation had stated that only employees of an organization could be authorized as employee representatives on inspections. ...
EHS Audit Preparation
If your business was surprised with an environmental health and safety (EHS) audit today, would it pass? Many times, the answer is no. An EHS audit is used to assess regulatory compliance in the workplace. Many different agencies can conduct an EHS audit, such as the...
Construction Safety Week: Spotlight on Fall Protection
Falls are repeatedly among the leading causes of injuries and fatalities in the workplace. To help reduce the number of fall-related incidents, using fall protection when working at elevated heights has become a federal requirement for employees. A person without...
Construction Safety Week: May 6–10, 2024
Next week is Construction Safety Week. This event was started in 2014 with the purpose of encouraging construction companies to reflect on and recommit to their safety practices. The ultimate goal is zero accidents or incidents on every job site. The theme of this...
The Advantages of Outsourcing Environmental Health and Safety: Streamlining Compliance and Efficiency
Can you afford to outsource EHS services for your company? The more accurate question is, how can you afford not to? Outsourcing EHS services does not mean ceding control of the process to an outside entity. Far from it. Rather, it means hiring experts to augment your...
Navigating Connecticut’s EHS Regulatory Landscape: What Businesses Need to Know
Connecticut is known for having a robust regulatory landscape when it comes to environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations. This blog aims to provide businesses with a breakdown of the specific environmental and safety regulations in the state, offering...
How to Keep Fire Exit Doors Up to Code
Why is it important to equip fire exit doors with proper handles, and how do NFPA codes apply to your facility? Proper door handles on fire exit doors are just as important as extinguishing equipment, emergency lighting, and alarms. Equipping your facility with the...
Understanding Safety and Design Requirements of Below-the-Hook Lifters
What is a below-the-hook lifting device? A below-the-hook lifting device (BTHLD) is “a device used for attaching a load to a hoist” (ASME-B30.20). BTHLDs are also called “lifters” and “lifting devices.” What is not a BTHLD? Shackles, links, rings, swivels,...
OSHA’s New Recordkeeping Requirements
You may be familiar with the OSHA requirement for certain employers to submit the OSHA Form 300A Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses electronically on an annual basis. If not, here is a quick summary of the requirements: Employers with over 250 employees...
Why Do We Need Fire Codes?
Buildings, both commercial and residential, are subject to fire codes. It is very important that you are familiar with the fire codes in your state and municipality. The codes are not just a checklist of items to pass inspections; they play a vital part in providing...