Fed-OSHA is getting closer to releasing proposed language for a heat illness prevention standard. Text of the proposal, sent in mid-June to the White House’s Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, hasn’t been made public. As our summers get hotter…
As construction firms rely more on technology to manage projects, there is an emerging risk for the industry: the cyber intrusion threat. Much new construction machinery is computerized, and most design, engineering and construction firms are using some form of…
Changes are once again coming to Fed-OSHA’s Hazardous Communications Standard, which governs the handling of chemicals and other dangerous substances. OSHA’s final rule, which takes effect July 19, 2024, will bring the standard in line with the latest update to…
With risks to companies and employees growing, sometimes the unthinkable happens and a business has a real crisis on its hands. While large companies are usually well-prepared for a crisis should one occur, most small and mid-sized firms don’t have…
Road debris is a common problem on America’s roadways. Most accidents caused by debris are sudden and unanticipated and can result in serious injury or death. Road debris is anything that doesn’t belong on the road, including trash, stuff that…
As a business owner, you could be held liable for the actions of other peoples’ employees. U.S. employment law has long recognized that workers may have an employment relationship with multiple entities at the same time. That means your company…
A new Department of Labor rule change clarifies the rights of employees to appoint an outside representative to accompany OSHA officers during workplace inspections. OSHA inspections usually occur after a workplace has had a safety-related incident or a whistleblower has…
Business e-mail compromise scams are now the most common type of cyber attack businesses face, and all types of these attacks are showing no signs of letting up, according to a new report. Nearly three out of every four businesses…
For the first time in 25 years, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has issued updated workplace harassment guidance for employers, increasing possible exposure to employee-initiated lawsuits. The new guidance expands employee protections to include harassment based on sexual orientation and…
Have you ever sent an employee out to pick up needed supplies? Offered to buy lunch for the crew and asked an employee to pick it up? Unless you only send employees who are insured to drive your company vehicles,…