Workplace Solutions

Arlington, VA – An advisory committee has concluded that the Environmental Protection Agency’s draft document on health risks involving the chemical 1-Bromopropane is “a good risk assessment document” overall but could be improved.

If you observe workers, won’t they do everything correctly?

Are you worried about your employees driving distracted or using their cell phone behind the wheel?

Heat stroke and heat exhaustion are the two most dangerous heat-related illnesses, according to OSHA.

Can I use one attendant to electronically monitor multiple 1910.146 confined space entries?

As an employer am I legally obligated to provide NFPA 70E training and, if so, are there specific documentation requirements for the training?

Several industry groups have filed a legal challenge to block OSHA’s recently released recordkeeping rule requiring certain employers to electronically submit on an annual basis worker injury and illness information, which will then be made publicly available. Among their concerns are the rule’s anti-retaliation provisions.

Smithfield, RI – Honeywell Safety Products has issued a voluntary recall of approximately 9,700 bottles of Eyesaline emergency eyewash solution.

Washington – OSHA is warning workers of the dangers of methylene chloride after a temporary worker died from exposure to the chemical.

Raleigh, NC – More than two dozen pesticides – including the most commonly used herbicide – are associated with respiratory wheeze among male farmers, according to a recent study from North Carolina State University.