Recordkeeping

Injury and illness rates in warehouses are too high, OIG tells OSHA

Washington — OSHA hasn’t “effectively addressed” elevated injury and illness rates in the warehousing industry, the Department of Labor Office of Inspector General contends.

OSHA recordkeeping requirements: A quiz

How much do you know about OSHA’s recordkeeping rules? Test your knowledge by taking our 20-question quiz. (It’s tough!)

New-hire safety

The first 90 days on a new job are when workers are most likely to be injured. What steps should be taken to reduce the risk of incidents during this potentially dangerous period?

States resolve lawsuit against OSHA after revision to recordkeeping rule

Washington — Six states are dropping their lawsuit against OSHA after the agency finalized changes to its revised rule on submitting annual injury and illness data.
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Maine DOL says more teens are being injured at work

Augusta, ME — The number of injuries among teen workers in Maine doubled over a recent 10-year period, data from the state’s Department of Labor shows.

OSHA’s revised recordkeeping rule to go into effect Jan. 1

Washington — OSHA has finalized its revised rule on submitting annual injury and illness data.

Pregnant Workers Fairness Act in effect

Washington — The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is now accepting charges of discrimination under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.

Lockout/tagout update now “long-term” action in latest regulatory agenda

Washington — A planned update to OSHA’s Lockout/Tagout standard (1910.147) has been pushed to “long-term actions” under the Department of Labor’s Spring 2023 regulatory agenda.
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Using data and engaging employees

We have the technology in place to support a safer facility, but how do we get people to make it a reality?

How are you using leading indicators? OSHA wants to know

Washington — OSHA is asking for input on leading indicators – how they’re being used and their impact on safety and health management systems.

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