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In most arenas—including training—it pays to learn from mistakes, whether they are yours or someone else’s. Two companies drew the attention of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and training on workplace violence was a part of each settlement. Read on for the facts. Two healthcare organizations have agreed to […]
Yesterday’s Advisor discussed real-world case studies to show just how much a lack of safety training can cost employers. Today, we go over three more of those instances—so ensure your training programs are in order!
Following safety regulations isn’t just the right thing to do—it keeps employers on the right side of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) enforcement. And it saves money by avoiding fines, legal fees, and more. OSHA loves to cite a lack of training, and these case studies showcase just how expensive an ineffective (or nonexistent) […]
Yesterday’s Advisor presented an infographic highlighting the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) top 10 common citations—and how many of them are related to a lack of training. Today, we provide 10 steps to a successful safety program.
Do you know how to avoid the most common pitfalls in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) compliance—the Top 10 Most Frequently Cited Standards? The first step is proper training
As most employers are well aware, OSHA stands for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. In general, OSHA regulations require that employers maintain a workplace that is free of recognized safety hazards, and do not discriminate or retaliate against anyone who reports injuries or illnesses. Are those in charge of safety at your company well-trained […]
IIPP stands for Injury and Illness Prevention Program, also sometimes known as an I2P2. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) webpage within the Department of Labor’s (DOL) website[i], IIPPs are described as:
by Sue Woods Generally, workplace bullying can be defined as repeated unreasonable actions directed toward an employee or a group of employees that are intended to intimidate, degrade, or humiliate. In some cases, workplace bullying may involve misuse or abuse of power by supervisors or managers. In other cases, it may involve a group of […]
While working on a machine to forge parts, a 28-year-old man lost a fingertip in a November 2014 incident—on just his second day on the job. Investigators said the accident could have been prevented if his employer had trained the man properly.
Yesterday’s Advisor busted some myths about heat-related illness; today, we’ll look at some factors affecting an employee’s ability to return to work following a heat illness incident. Protecting workers from sweltering temperatures is a critical issue during the months of July and August—and OSHA is ramping up its awareness and enforcement efforts this year. Be […]