On October 16, 2024, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced expanded guidance for animal slaughtering and processing industry inspections that supersedes previous inspection guidance. Check out our in-depth post concerning this regulatory update on Husch Blackwell’s Climate Solutions Legal Digest blog.
Daniel Zimmer
Daniel represents clients in a variety of commercial matters, often with a focus on the agricultural sector. He’s enthusiastic about digging deep into legal arguments and sees it as the best way to reach a solution. During his judicial externships, Daniel observed the differing legal strategies that best served various types of litigation and learned how to assemble a strategy that works for each client. He sees his role as not merely to litigate, but to work alongside clients, ensuring that they understand the legal issues and their options…and to ensure that he understands their business needs and goals.
OSHA Offices in Colorado Implement New Local Emphasis Program for the Cannabis Industry
This past July, OSHA’s Colorado offices published a Local Emphasis Program regarding workplace hazards associated with cannabis production. Check out our blog post on Cannabis Law Now.
OSHA Publishes New Heat Safety Standard
On August 30, 2024, OSHA formally published its heat safety standard for indoor and outdoor work in the Federal Register, starting a 120-day public comment period.