On March 17, 2022 the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the “Clean Air in Buildings Challenge.” The EPA and the White House COVID-19 Response Team consulted with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Department of Energy, and several other Federal agencies to develop the Clean Air in Buildings Challenge. This Challenge is part of… Read More

The Occupation Safety and Health Agency (OSHA) recently issued a COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) on vaccination and testing which became effective on November 5, 2021. OSHA requires covered employers to comply with all the provisions of the ETS by December 6, 2021, except for compliance with COVID-19 testing requirements which must be achieved by… Read More

Is your staff trained in First Aid and CPR? Do you have adequate first aid kits? Does your staff know where to find your AED and how to use it in an emergency? Operating during a global pandemic looks different compared to less than a year ago. One thing hasn’t changed though: When staff is… Read More

As employers continue to navigate the unique challenges of the Coronavirus pandemic, one thing is clear: Stronger workplace guidance is being issued by the US Department of Labor, and employers should be prepared. Earlier this year, OSHA alerted employers of updated worker safety guidelines for coronavirus protection programs to mitigate and prevent the spread of… Read More

On November 9th, 2020 at 1:00PM we invite you join expert speakers from the Council of Industry (COI) and Walden, as our own Principal Joe Heaney and Professional Engineer and Certified Safety Professional, Massimiliano Lelli present “OSHA and COVID-19 Update with Walden Environmental.” Employers and employees are facing unprecedented challenges in 2020 in response to… Read More

New York State has successfully flattened the curve during the COVID-19 pandemic. As the phased re-opening of New York continues, focus has turned towards the fall, when schools across the State typically begin their educational year. Even with the pandemic under control, school administrators and parents are worried about the unknowns and what-ifs of opening… Read More

DOB continues inspections at construction sites During the first 30 days after Phase 1 construction resumed on June 8, 2020, New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) inspectors focused on educating construction professionals on COVID safety protocols and did not issue any monetary penalties. Beginning July 8th, DOB inspectors will take enforcement action against construction… Read More

As New York State continues its phased re-opening of the economy, companies are required to develop and implement a plan for safe re-opening, with an affirmation to the State that the plan will be followed. Companies must ensure they are following proper protocols during re-opening during the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, with an emphasis on employee… Read More

When New York City entered Phase 1 reopening on June 8th, work at construction sites was cleared to begin.  In addition to complying with all applicable Building and Electric Codes along with New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) regulations, the New York City and State COVID reopening requirements must be satisfied. Therefore, DOB inspectors… Read More

New York Forward, the State of New York’s plan for reopening business after the COVID shutdown has reached important thresholds this week, with Phase I businesses in New York City allowed to open on Monday, June 8, and Phase II businesses allowed to open on Long Island on Wednesday, June 10, as discussed below.  The… Read More