15 months after it first published a rule dramatically changing how workplace examinations will be done on every shift at every metal/non-metal mine, MSHA today published a final amended version of that rule. Despite a litigation challenge and widespread concerns raised by stakeholders, the final rule maintains many of the same provisions as originally introduced. The new rule takes effect June 2, 2018.
Compliance tips
On-demand webinar: Creating safe, drug-free workplaces that comply with OSHA’s latest guidance
By Brian Hendrix on
Posted in Compliance tips, OSHA
Illegal narcotics, prescription drug abuse and alcohol use are growing issues of concern in the workplace. Employers, particularly those with employees in safety-sensitive positions, must be vigilant and proactive. How can you best navigate the minefield of state and federal laws on drug and alcohol testing?
On-demand webinar: How to handle whistleblowers and disgruntled employees
By Brad Hiles & Donna Pryor on
Our next webinar “rewind” brings us to a recent presentation on whistleblower strategies. Whistleblower complaints filed under the Occupational Safety and Health Act and the Mine Safety and Health Act are on the rise nationwide. How should you handle disgruntled employees to minimize risk?
On-demand webinar: OSHA 101 – How to handle an OSHA inspection
By Avi Meyerstein on
Posted in Compliance tips, OSHA
In the coming weeks, we’ll be announcing our 2018 OSHA and MSHA webinars. In the meantime, in case you missed it or want a refresher, we’ll be posting on-demand links to view our most recent webinars. First up: “OSHA 101 – How to Handle an OSHA Inspection.”
Your OSHA 300A must be posted today. But, should you submit it, too?
By Avi Meyerstein on
Posted in Compliance tips, OSHA
Today is the deadline to post internally at your company a copy of your 2017 OSHA 300A summary. But, you’ve still got time – until July – to submit the data to OSHA under the new electronic recordkeeping rule. Should you wait to submit?
FAA calls for Unmanned Aircraft System (aka drone) pilots to wear safety vests!
By Erik Dullea on
Posted in Compliance tips, UAS/drones
Just in time for the holidays, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) published a new issue of its Information for Operators (InFO)[1] that pertains to Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) operations. InFOs convey valuable information intended to help operators meet certain administrative, regulatory, or operational requirements with relatively low urgency or impact on safety.
OSHA extends acceptance of injury forms until December 31st
By Avi Meyerstein on
OSHA announced today that it will continue to accept electronic submissions of employer Form 300A illness and injury summaries through December 31st. The deadline for this first-ever electronic collection of these forms had been December 15th.
Private group launches “Crimes Against Workers Database” to call for more OSHA prosecutions
By Avi Meyerstein on
Just as OSHA is about to begin electronically collecting your company’s injury and illness data for possible publication on the Internet, a private group is launching a worker injury database of its own.
10 top questions about OSHA’s Dec. 15 injury reporting deadline
By Avi Meyerstein on
Posted in Compliance tips, OSHA
On Wednesday, OSHA announced a further two-week delay in the deadline for employers to submit their 2016 injury and illness data electronically to the agency. The new deadline will be December 15, 2017. That will mark the first time that employers are required to routinely submit such data under a new rule issued during the Obama administration (to “Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses”). Here’s what employers need to know…
Does your business have to give OSHA injury data by December 15?
By Avi Meyerstein on
Today, OSHA announced a further two-week delay in the deadline for employers to submit their 2016 injury and illness data electronically to the agency. The new deadline will be December 15, 2017. That will mark the first time that employers are required to routinely submit such data under a new rule issued during the Obama administration.