Construction Safety Roundtable of Eastern Massachusetts
|
|
- Kerry Johns
- 7 years ago
- Views:
Transcription
1 Construction Safety Roundtable of Eastern Massachusetts June 11, 2013 Occupational Safety and Health Administration
2
3 Emergency Exits Restrooms Cell Phones Pledge of Allegiance
4 4
5 First time attendee self introduction
6 Eduardo Araya Safety Manager SCHERNECKER PROPERTY SERVICES
7 Stephen Dupre, CSP CRIS Director of Risk Control & Safety J.C. CANNISTRARO
8 Agenda Tim will talk about inspection procedures and what employees/employers rights and responsibilities are under the OSHA Act. The session will incorporate an Accident Case Study type presentation and review the reasons why Willful violations are issued when organizations choose not to follow the law. Jean Manoli, Health & Safety Consultant/Training Specialist, Division of Occupational Safety (DOS), Commonwealth of Massachusetts will provide an overview of OSHA s stance on Sanitation and adequate washing facilities on construction sites. These facilities are necessary where contaminants may be harmful to the employees. Jean will discuss what constitutes this statement and OSHA s enforcement of this standard.
9 2,305 People to make a positive impact on the lives and Safety and Health of our nation s working men and women
10 Andover 10 Braintree 15 Springfield 6 Providence 7 Concord 7 Augusta 5 Bangor 6 Hartford 9 Bridgeport 12 Total 77
11 Extends to all employers / employees in all 50 states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and other territories Applies to every employer with 1 or more employees (federal, state, and local government employees excluded) Note: Some state plan jurisdictions
12 OSHA s main goal is to maintain the safety and health of every worker Employers Furnish each employee with employment and places of employment free from recognized hazards. Comply with safety and health standards Employees every day at the workplace. Comply with safety and health standards
13 Comment on standards and regulations Apply for temporary or permanent variance Be present during an inspection File a Notice of Contest Have confidentiality of trade secrets Obtain assistance in compliance efforts
14 Work in safe environment Complain to OSHA Comment on standards/regulations in formative process Review OSHA 300 Log, medical or monitoring records Be informed of variance Testify at a hearing Review citations Have employee representative present during inspection Observe monitoring or measuring of toxic substances
15 Emphasis Programs- NEP s, REP s, LEP s. Hazard Based (PSM, Combustible Dust, etc.) Equipment Based (Cranes, Forklifts, etc.) Industry Based (Construction, Papermills, etc.) Site Specific Targeting Program (SST) High Injury Rates. DART / DAWFII
16 41,000 inspections in % Programmed; 20% Complaints 60% Construction 2500 Inspectors, including states 1 for each 7000 workplaces >1202 OSHA/State plan inspected deaths 2012
17 2011 Massachusetts Inspections 1,567 Braintree % construction Andover % construction Springfield % construction 2012 Massachusetts Inspections 1,584 Braintree % construction Andover % construction Springfield % construction
18 Learn about your industry s experience.
19 OSHA 300 Records Employer / Employee Training Workers Comp Records First Aid Reports Frequently Cited Standards / New Regulations Worksite Walkthroughs Employee Discussions
20 Plan Ahead Train Front Desk / Security on Procedures. Company Spokesperson? Walkaround Representatives? Utilize many sets of eyes for audits. - Insurance companies - OSHA Consultation Service - Safety Committees - Private Consultants - Etc. Walkaround- Take notes & ask questions Fix What you Can on the Spot
21 From Foreman to Project Manager You represent the Company. What supervisors decide to do is treated as a corporate decision. If your supervisor lets visible violations go or pays no attention to safety. BAD!
22 Implement a progressive disciplinary system or policy. Enforce the disciplinary system for safety infractions by employees and supervisors. Management must comply with the policy
23 "... to assure so far as possible every working man and woman in the Nation safe and healthful working conditions and to preserve our human resources."
24 Reduce workplace hazards; Implement new or improve existing safety and health programs; Provide for research in solving occupational safety and health problems
25 Establish employer and employee responsibilities for safety and health conditions. Build on employer/employee safety and health initiatives. Focus on occupational health to prevent diseases occurring in the work environment.
26 Establish training programs to increase the number and competence of occupational safety and health personnel; Develop mandatory job safety and health standards and enforce them effectively; Develop recordkeeping and reporting requirements;
27 Provide for the development, analysis, evaluation and approval of state occupational safety and health programs.
28 Where OSHA has not promulgated specific standards, employers are responsible for following the Act's general duty clause {Section 5(a)(1)}. Each employer - shall furnish...a place of employment which is free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to his employees."
29 7(a)(1) Establishes National Advisory Committee on OSH 7(c)(1) Authorizes OSHA to use the services and personnel of States or Federal agencies to provide consultation services
30 If OSHA determines that a specific standard is needed, any of several advisory committees may be called upon to develop specific recommendations. There are two standing committees ACCSH Construction Safety Health NACOSH Occupational Safety Health
31 All advisory committees must have members representing management, labor and state agencies. H&S professions and the general public also may be represented.
32 National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health (NACOSH), which advises the Secretary of HHS and to the Secretary of Labor on matters regarding administration of the Act. Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health, advises the Secretary of Labor on formulation of construction safety and health standards and other regulations.
33 8(a) OSHA representatives are authorized to: (1) enter without delay, at reasonable times, & (2) inspect during regular working hours and at reasonable times and to question privately employers and employees 8(b) Subpoena power 8(c) Recordkeeping and posting 8(e)..a representative authorized by his employees 8(f) Employees right of complaint
34 9(a) If an employer violates Section 5 of Act or any standard, rule or order related to Section 6 a citation will be issued. Each citation will: Be in writing Describe the particular violation Fix a reasonable abatement period 9(b) Posting of citations 9(c) Time limit - 6 months to issue citation
35 10(a) Employers right of contest; Citations can be contested before the Safety and Health Review Commission, an independent quasi-judicial branch of the Department of Labor 10(c) Employee s right of contest of abatement dates
36 11(a) Appeals & review of Commission order if aggrieved under Section 10 11(c) Prohibits discrimination against employees filing complaints under OSHA No person shall discharged or in any manner discriminated against (AKA Whistleblower)
37 Establishes membership and terms of Review Commission (OSHRC) OSHRC 3 members act independently of OSHA
38 Allows OSHA to petition for (obtain) a restraining order in cases of Imminent Danger. U.S. District Court Issues Area Director requests through Solicitor of Labor OSHA will: Advise employer of imminent danger Advise employees of rights Petition District Court for relief
39
40 Inspection begins when CSHO arrives at facility (Hazards may already be observed when driving into the facility parking lot). Displays credentials. Employers should always ask to see ID. Employer can verify by phoning OSHA. And No we do not make appointments.
41 Authority to inspect Enter without delay.. Inspect and investigate.
42 Imminent Danger, given top priority Employees notify employer of imminent danger If no action taken, notify OSHA
43 Catastrophes and Fatal Accidents, given second priority
44 Employee Complaints, Third priority Referrals from employees & outside agencies of unsafe or unhealthful conditions Informal review available for decisions not to inspect Confidentiality is maintained on request
45 Programmed High-Hazard Inspections, given fourth priority Aimed at high hazard industries, occupations, or health substances Selection criteria examples: Death LWII rates Exposure to toxic substances
46 Determines whether previously cited violations have been corrected. Notification of Failure to Abate Failure to Abate
47 Compliance officer becomes familiar with facility History Nature of business Relevant standards IH equipment selection
48 Inspection begins when C.O. arrives at facility Displays credentials Employers should always ask to see ID USDOL with photo and serial number Employer should verify by phoning OSHA
49 CSHO explains why facility was selected Explains purpose of visit, inspection scope and applicable standards Complaint copies distributed Employee representative may be summoned
50 Illness and Injury Recordkeeping OSHA s Focus Areas- LEP s, etc. Chemical Hazard Communication Lock Out/ Tag Out
51 Route and duration determined by CSHO Consults with employees Photos Instrument readings Examine records
52 CSHO will point out unsafe conditions observed & possible corrective action if employer requests Apparent violations can be corrected immediately May still result in citation
53 OSHA s right to private interviews Subpoenas Employees Rights Speak with OSHA Union Rep, or personal Rep No Retaliation No Employer Interference
54 Discussion of problems, questions and answers Discussion of recommended citations Time needed for abatement Only Area Director issues citations and assess $$$ amounts
55 Other Than Serious Violation Normally would not cause death or serious injury Up to $ 7,000 Adjusted downward as much as 95% Factors: Good faith History of violations Size of business
56 Serious Violation High probability of death or serious harm Mandatory $ 7,000 Adjusted downward: Good faith Gravity of alleged violation Violation history Size of business
57 Willful Violation Employer knowingly commits with plain indifference to the law Either knows action is a violation, or is aware of hazardous condition with no effort to eliminate Up to $ 70,000 for each Minimum of $ 5,000
58 Willful Violation If convicted of WV that has resulted in death, court imposed fine, up to six months in jail, or both Criminal conviction, up to $ 250,000 for individual; $ 500,000 corporation
59 Repeat Violation Same or substantially similar, up to $ 70,000 for each violation
60 Failure to Abate Up to $ 7,000/day
61 De Minimis Violation No direct relationship to safety or health
62 Falsifying records Up to $ 10,000, six months in jail, or both Violations of posting requirements Civil fine up to $ 7,000 Assaulting, interfering with, intimidating a CSHO while performing their duties, up to three years prison, and $ 5,000 fine
63 Employees may request informal review Employees can contest abatement time-frame Employees may request informal conference to discuss inspections, citations, employer notice of intent to contest
64 Employers can request informal conference Area Director authorized to enter into settlement agreements that revise citations
65 Employers written petition to extent abatement time for conditions beyond their control Includes steps taken, how much additional time, temporary steps
66 15 days to notify Area Director in writing Copy given to employee representative Or posted in prominent location
67 Notice of contest forwarded to the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission (OSHRC) Independent of OSHA and DOL
68
69
70
71
72
73 More than one employer may be cited for a hazardous condition Two-step process: 1. Determine if the employer is a creating, exposing, correcting, or controlling employer. 2. Employer's actions were sufficient to meet their obligations under OSHA.
74 The employer who actually creates the hazard.
75 An employer whose own employees are exposed to the hazard.
76 An employer who is engaged in a common undertaking, on the same worksite, as the exposing employer and is responsible for correcting a hazard.
77 The employer who is responsible, by contract or through actual practice, for safety and health conditions on the worksite; i.e., the employer who has the authority for ensuring that the hazardous condition is corrected
78 1. The employer did not create the hazard; 2. The employer did not have the responsibility or the authority to have the hazard corrected 3. The employer did not have the ability to correct or remove the hazard
79 4. The employer can demonstrate that the creating, the controlling and/or the correcting employers, as appropriate, have been specifically notified as the hazard to which his/her employees are exposed 5. The employer has instructed his/her employees to recognize the hazard and,
80 5a. Where feasible, an exposing employer must have taken appropriate alternative means of protecting employees from the hazard. 5b. When extreme circumstances justify it, the exposing employer shall remove his/her employees from the job to avoid citation
81
82 Type of Work - Excavation Location Shirley, MA Union Contractor
83 In this case, the willful violation concerned the lack of cave-in protection for men working in a seven foot deep trench. The violation was first observed by the CSHO as he was entering the jobsite to do a planned inspection. As he was entering the worksite, the CSHO observed employees working inside this trench. Another worker standing nearby, who was watching the men in the trench, was later found to be their foreman.
84 The trench was about 7 feet deep in sandy soil.
85 A Willful citation was issued for violation of (a)(1). The employer was also cited for 1 Repeat and 4 Serious violations with a total penalty of $68,300. The total penalty for all violations found at the worksite was $119,300 making this a significant case.
86 20 ft. long 82 inches wide T R E N C 20 ft mark 6ft ladder 84 inches wide 22ft 3inches Long 84 INCHES DEEP 76 INCHES DEEP 80 INCHES DEEP C O N S T R U C T I O N H EMPLOYEE FOOTPRINTS 75 INCHES DEEP 51 INCHES WIDE
87 Spoils pile at edge
88 The following summarizes the evidence obtained which formed the basis for the willful classification for these violations. 1. The fact that the foreman was watching employees working in the trench proves he was aware of their exposure. That is, he knew employees were in the trench working without cave-in protection. 2. When interviewed, the foreman claimed that he had called his company s office and had requested that a trench box be brought to the worksite. He admitted that he knew that because of the depth of this trench, OSHA regulations required a trench box or other cave-in protection for workers.
89 3. When asked why he did not wait until the trench box had been delivered before ordering employees to enter the trench, the foreman said he did not want to get behind schedule. 4. Three employees interviewed informed the CSHO that prior to the inspection they had to work unprotected in other similar trenches dug by this employer at this worksite. 5. Employees, when interviewed, also stated that each of them had complained to the foreman about the lack of a trench box or shoring to protect them against possible cave-ins.
90 6. According to employees, when they complained about the lack of a trench box, the foreman responded with derisive remarks impugning their courage, and telling them that if they would not work in the excavation without the trench shield, they should quit. 7. The employer had been cited twice previously for the failure to protect its employees from the hazard of cave-ins when they worked in excavations.
91 In this case, the Willful classification was based on evidence that the violation was deliberate resulting from a conscious decision to ignore the requirements of the Act. The facts gathered during the investigation revealed the employer s knowledge of: the hazardous condition, the exposure of employees to this condition, and the OSHA rule that applied.
92
93 (a)(5) Damaged Cab Glass (a)(2)(i) Seat Belt (a)(9)(ii) Audible Alarm 1-4a (b)(1) Short Ladder 1-4b (b)(4) Step Ladder Closed 1-4c (b)(13) Top Step 1-4d (a) Ladder Training
94 The fatality Rate for excavation work is 112% higher than the rate for General Construction An estimated people die each year in trenching accident.
95
96 The End
97
INTRODUCTION TO OSHA PRESENTATION
Introduction to OSHA 2-hour Lesson Directorate of Training and Education OSHA Training Institute Lesson Overview Purpose: To provide workers with introductory information about OSHA Topics: 1. Why is OSHA
More informationMichigan Occupational Safety and Health Act
Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Act Introduction Every year, accidents in the work place cause serious injuries and loss of life. These injuries and deaths negatively affect employee morale and
More informationMinnesota OSHA Workplace Inspections
Minnesota OSHA Workplace Inspections August 2012 Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry Occupational Safety and Health Division This material can be provided to you in a different format (such as Braille,
More informationThe OSHA Inspection: A Step-by-Step Guide
National Council for Occupational Safety and Health Leading the fight for safe and healthy workplaces The OSHA Inspection: A Step-by-Step Guide This fact sheet explains your rights to request and participate
More informationIntroduction to OSHA for General Industry. Presented by: John Boysen, MS Safety Consultant OSHA Consultation Program at CSU
Introduction to OSHA for General Industry Presented by: John Boysen, MS Safety Consultant OSHA Consultation Program at CSU Topics OSHA History OSHA Inspection Process and Procedures Overview Local Injury
More informationOCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA) INSPECTION CHECKLIST
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA) INSPECTION CHECKLIST LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) has the authority to conduct inspections of workplaces
More informationOccupational Safety and Health Administration. www.osha.gov 800-321-OSHA (6742)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration www.osha.gov 800-321-OSHA (6742) www.osha.gov We Can Help www.osha.gov OSHA Mock Inspection NECA 5 th Annual Safety Professionals Conference May 18-20, 2015
More informationWorkplace Safety and Catastrophe Management Practice Group
Workplace Safety and Catastrophe Management Practice Group www.laborlawyers.com The Fisher & Phillips LLP Workplace Safety and Catastrophe Management Practice Group provides strategic assistance to employers
More informationOSHA Regulation and the Growing Popularity of Employee Leasing Programs. Including Temporary Worker Services and Professional Employer Organizations
OSHA Regulation and the Growing Popularity of Employee Leasing Programs Including Temporary Worker Services and Professional Employer Organizations Jeffry Carter RMS Regulatory Services John D. Surma Of
More informationSecretary of Labor, Complainant v. OSHRC Docket No. 11-3089 Wormley Brothers Enterprises, Inc., Respondent. DECISION AND ORDER
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH REVIEW COMMISSION 1924 Building Room 2R90, 100 Alabama Street, S.W. Atlanta, Georgia 30303-3104 Secretary of Labor, Complainant v. OSHRC Docket No.
More informationVIRGINIA HEALTH PROGRAM
VIRGINIA OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH PROGRAM Effective: 05 December 2012 Administrative Regulation Manual for the VOSH Program Note: Parenthetical references have been added throughout the document
More informationState of Alaska Occupational Safety and Health
State of Alaska Occupational Safety and Health 18(b) Occupational Safety and Health Plan 18 (B) OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH PLAN FOR THE STATE OF ALASKA TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PREFACE... 1 2. INTRODUCTION...
More informationv. OSHRC DOCKET ELGIN ROOFING COMPANY, NO. 99-1477 Administrative Law Judge Sidney J. Goldstein DECISION AND ORDER
SECRETARY OF LABOR, Complainant, v. OSHRC DOCKET ELGIN ROOFING COMPANY, NO. 99-1477 Respondent. APPEARANCES: Lisa R. Williams, Esq., Office of the Solicitor, U.S. Department of Labor, Chicago, Illinois
More informationPWWER. Using Section 11(c) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) You have the legal right to safe and healthy working conditions.
Using Section 11(c) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) Protecting Workers Who Exercise Rights PWWER A PROJECT OF THE NATIONAL Committees for Occupational Safety and Health NETWORK FACTSHEET
More informationWhat to Expect from OSHA in 2014 and. What to Expect from OSHA in 2014 and Beyond. Mark A. Lies, II
September 29, 2014 What to Expect from OSHA in 2014 and Beyond What to Expect from OSHA in 2014 and Beyond Mark A. Lies, II This session is eligible for 2 Continuing Education Hours To earn these hours
More informationPREPARING FOR AN OSHA INSPECTION
For more information, contact: Melissa Bailey Ogletree Deakins Shareholder (202) 887-0855 melissa.bailey@ogletreedeakins.com PREPARING FOR AN OSHA INSPECTION SAMPLE CHECKLIST SPECIFIC 1. What have you
More informationDOSH COMPLIANCE MANUAL. Disclaimer
Disclaimer This manual is intended to provide guidance regarding some of the internal operations of the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, Division of Occupational Safety and Health,
More informationWhat to Expect Following a Fatal Accident
What to Expect Following a Fatal Accident Portions of this document have been prepared by Sherman & Howard, L.L.C. Contents Introduction... 3 Frequently asked questions following a fatal accident... 3
More informationABSTRACT. This notice continues a Regional Emphasis Program for Fall Hazards in the Construction Industry.
REGIONAL NOTICE U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration DIRECTIVE NUMBER: 2015-03 (CPL 04) EFFECTIVE DATE: October 1, 2014 SUBJECT: Regional Emphasis Program for Fall Hazards
More informationMANAGING THE OSHA INSPECTION Rev (7/2012)
MANAGING THE OSHA INSPECTION Rev (7/2012) A. GENERAL PREPARATION BEFORE OSHA KNOCKS 1. Ensure that the official OSHA poster is displayed where notices to employees are customarily posted. 2. Make sure
More informationWhistleblower Protection in New York State. Leslie Perrin, Senior Counsel CSEA Legal Department
Whistleblower Protection in New York State Leslie Perrin, Senior Counsel CSEA Legal Department Civil Service Law Section 75-b Protects Public Employees Prohibits termination, discipline or adverse personnel
More informationBOS 3525, Legal Aspects of Safety and Health Course Syllabus. Course Description. Course Material(s) Course Learning Outcomes.
BOS 3525, Legal Aspects of Safety and Health Course Syllabus Course Description Legal Aspects of Safety and Health contains a comprehensive study of the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act and the
More informationChapter 7. Section 9(3) of Iowa Code Chapter 88 - the Iowa Occupational Safety and Health Act
Chapter 7 Section 9(3) of Iowa Code Chapter 88 - the Iowa Occupational Safety and Health Act I. Introduction Section 9(3) of Iowa Code Chapter 88 Iowa Occupational safety and Health, mandates that A person
More informationEmerging Issues in OSHA Enforcement and Liability
Emerging Issues in OSHA Enforcement and Liability presented by Mark A. Lies II Seyfarth Shaw LLP 131 South Dearborn Street, Suite 2400 Chicago, IL 60603 mlies@seyfarth.com (312) 460-5877 Presenter: Mark
More informationPart 700 Tribal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (TOSHA)
Part 700 Tribal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (TOSHA) Section 701 Purpose and Definitions. (a) The purpose of Chapter 7 is to assure as far as possible safe and healthful working conditions
More informationNational Council for Occupational Safety and Health Leading the Fight for Safe and Healthy Workplaces! www.coshnetwork.org
National Council for Occupational Safety and Health Leading the Fight for Safe and Healthy Workplaces! www.coshnetwork.org Workplace Safety Dialogues for use in English as a Second Language classes Dialogue
More informationSafety Trained Supervisor (STS)
Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) Current STSs on the RCC project ~ 200 Qualifications to participate in the program Approval from immediate manager/supervisor 30 hours of S&H training Supervisory experience/role
More informationBaseline Questionnaire
FEDERAL AGEC OCCUPATIOAL SAFET AD HEALTH PROGRAMS Baseline Questionnaire Instructions: Respond to each question below by circling "" or "" to indicate "yes" or "no." An explanation is required for each
More informationEnvironmental laws have been enacted to protect natural resources and the public health. A number
Workers Whistleblower Protection Under Seven Federal Environmental Laws Protecting Workers Who Exercise Rights PWWER A PROJECT OF THE NATIONAL Committees for Occupational Safety and Health NETWORK FACTSHEET
More informationOther Workplace Standards: Whistleblower and Retaliation Protections U.S Department of Labor, September 2009
Other Workplace Standards: Whistleblower and Retaliation Protections U.S Department of Labor, September 2009 Provisions of the following Statutes: Occupational Safety & Health Act (OSH Act), 29 USC 660(c)
More informationFEDERAL MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT OF 1977. [Public Law 91 173] [As Amended Through P.L. 109 280, Enacted August 17, 2006]
FEDERAL MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT OF 1977 [Public Law 91 173] [As Amended Through P.L. 109 280, Enacted August 17, 2006] AN ACT To provide for the protection of the health and safety of persons working
More informationBest Practices for Excavation. Best Practices for. Excavation
Best Practices for Excavation Contents Introduction...3 Management commitment...3 Employee involvement... 3 Communication...4 Safety education and training...4 Injury reporting and treatment...6 Return
More informationNATIONAL COSH National Council for Occupational Safety and Health 301 Fayetteville St. #2814 Raleigh NC 27601 (919) 428-6915 coshnatl@gmail.
Workplace Safety Dialogues for use in English as a Second Language classes NATIONAL COSH National Council for Occupational Safety and Health 301 Fayetteville St. #2814 Raleigh NC 27601 (919) 428-6915 coshnatl@gmail.com
More informationMODULE 9 Describe the role of government agencies in providing for a safe work place.
Student name: Date: MODULE 9 Describe the role of government agencies in providing for a safe work place. Objectives: A. Explain how lack of knowledge and skills can cause accidents and health hazards.
More informationSUBJECT: Audit Report Compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration Recordkeeping Requirements (Report Number HR-AR-11-004)
May 27, 2011 DEBORAH M. GIANNONI-JACKSON VICE PRESIDENT, EMPLOYEE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SUBJECT: Audit Report Compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (Report Number ) This report presents the results
More informationCitation and Notification of Penalty
U.S. Department of Labor 380 Westminster Street Room 543 Providence, RI 02903 Phone: (401)528-4669 FAX: (401)528-4663 Citation and Notification of Penalty To: Raymond J. Cawley Contracting, Inc. and its
More informationTemporary Employees And Contractors Potential OSHA And Other Liabilities
Temporary Employees And Contractors Potential OSHA And Other Liabilities American Society of Safety Engineers Louisville, Kentucky March 28, 2008 TODD B. LOGSDON Greenebaum Doll & McDonald PLLC 3500 National
More informationHow to Prepare For an Agency Inspection
Spotlight on Animal Health Business Operations: A Legal Update Husch Blackwell LLP March 5, 2015 I. Potential Agency Inspections A. Federal Agencies Understanding and Preparing for Governmental Inspections
More informationINTRODUCTION. Continuing Education Credits. Monday, October 14, 2013
How Employers Can Prepare for More OSHA Whistleblower Investigations October 14, 2013 8:00-8:50 AM Following this session, you will be able to: Identify changes made to OSHA's whistleblower program policy,
More information15 FAM 960 SAFETY, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (SHEM) PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
15 FAM 960 SAFETY, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH, AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (SHEM) PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (Office of Origin: OBO) 15 FAM 961 IMPLEMENTATION Each post abroad must implement a comprehensive safety
More informationWORKPLACE VIOLENCE PROGRAMS AT SUNY
WORKPLACE VIOLENCE PROGRAMS AT SUNY The NYS Labor Law 27-b and its implementing regulations in 12 NYCRR 800.6 establish requirements for the creation of programs aimed at the prevention of Workplace Violence,
More informationACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN. A Sample Plan for Counties
ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN A Sample Plan for Counties TABLE OF CONTENTS MANAGEMENT COMPONENT... 1 Safety Policy Statement Safety Committee Members Authority and Accountability Statement RECORDKEEPING COMPONENT...
More informationU.S. Department of Labor
INFORMATION ABOUT FILING A WHISTLEBLOWER OR RETALIATION COMPLAINT WITH OSHA FOR ALL EMPLOYEES: OSHA administers the whistleblower protection provisions of more than twenty whistleblower protection statutes,
More informationOccupational Safety and Health Training Guidelines. For Federal Agencies
Occupational Safety and Health Training Guidelines For Federal Agencies Contents 1. Background... 2 2. Introduction... 2 3. References... 3 4. Definitions... 3 5. Responsibilities... 4 5.1 Agency Head...
More informationGuidance: Public Health Referrals to OSHA
Guidance: Public Health Referrals to OSHA Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists Occupational Health Surveillance Subcommittee September 2011 This document describes factors that state public
More informationKnow your rights. under Minnesota laws prohibiting age discrimination It is unlawful for an employer to: refuse to hire or employ
Age discrimination Know your rights under Minnesota laws prohibiting age discrimination It is unlawful for an employer to: refuse to hire or employ reduce in grade or position or demote discharge or dismiss
More informationSafety Programs and Policies
Safety Programs and Policies Safety Programs and Policies Wesley L. Wheeler NECA National Director of Safety This session is eligible for: 1 Continuing Education Hour and 1 Contact Hour. To earn these
More informationAccountability Report Card Summary 2013 Massachusetts
Accountability Report Card Summary 2013 Massachusetts Massachusetts has a relatively good state whistleblower law: Scoring 64 out of a possible 100 points; and Ranking 11 th out of 51 (50 states and the
More informationIMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM
CITY OF AUSTIN CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM ROCIP Project Safety Manual ROCIP Safety Policy & Procedures -4-4-14 ROCIP MISSION STATEMENT We have responsibility to our community, City leadership, and the
More informationElements of an Effective Health and Safety Program. Health and Safety Program Management Guidelines
Elements of an Effective Health and Safety Program Health and Safety Program Management Guidelines Effective Health and Safety Programs It has been found that effective management of worker health and
More informationEMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT
EMPLOYEE RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT Basic Leave Entitlement FMLA requires covered employers to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid, jobprotected leave to eligible employees
More informationComplainant, DOCKET NO. 12-1225
Some personal identifiers have been redacted for privacy purposes UNITED STATES OF AMERICA OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH REVIEW COMMISSION SECRETARY OF LABOR, v. Complainant, DOCKET NO. 12-1225 PM CONSTRUCTION
More informationCompliance Plan False Claims Act & Whistleblower Provisions Purpose/Policy/Procedures
CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF SYRACUSE, NY and TOOMEY RESIDENTIAL AND COMMUNITY SERVICES Compliance Plan False Claims Act & Whistleblower Provisions Purpose/Policy/Procedures Purpose:
More informationINTRODUCTION TO THE WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT
INTRODUCTION TO THE WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT Harmonisation Topics Agenda Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU s) Directors & Officers inc due diligence Workers Consultation Health & Safety
More informationADMINISTRATIVE POLICY SECTION: CORPORATE COMPLIANCE Revised Date: 2/26/15 TITLE: FALSE CLAIMS ACT & WHISTLEBLOWER PROVISIONS
Corporate Compliance Plan AD-819-0 Reporting of Compliance Concerns & Non-retaliation AD-807-0 Compliance Training Policy CFC ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY AD-819-1 SECTION: CORPORATE COMPLIANCE Revised Date:
More informationOSHA s General Duty Clause: A Guide to Enforcement & Legal Defenses
OSHA s General Duty Clause: A Guide to Enforcement & Legal Defenses Adele L. Abrams, Esq., CMSP Law Office of Adele L. Abrams P.C. www.safety-law.com 301-595-3520 Eastern Office 303-228-2170 Western Office
More informationOSHA Inspection Checklist
OSHA Inspection Checklist Prepared by: Edwin G. Foulke, Jr. Direct: (404) 240-4273 efoulke@laborlawyers.com 1075 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 3500 Atlanta, GA 30309 Atlanta Baltimore Boston Charlotte Chicago
More informationCITY OF AUSTIN ROCIP PROJECT SAFETY MANUAL
CITY OF AUSTIN ROCIP PROJECT SAFETY MANUAL ROCIP MISSION STATEMENT We have responsibility to our community, City leadership, and the State of Texas to create a program for our capital improvement projects
More informationOffice of Advocacy. Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Draft Proposed Safety and Health Program Rule 29 CFR 1900.
Office of Advocacy Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Draft Proposed Safety and Health Program Rule CONTENTS (a) Scope (b) Basic obligation (c) Management leadership and employee participation
More informationHAWAII ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TITLE 12 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS SUBTITLE 8 HAWAII OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH DIVISION PART 1
HAWAII ADMINISTRATIVE RULES TITLE 12 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS SUBTITLE 8 HAWAII OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH DIVISION PART 1 GENERAL, LEGAL, AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS FOR OCCUPATIONAL
More informationA California Coalition for Worker Occupational Safety & Health Protection WORKSAFE! FACT SHEET
WORKSAFE! A California Coalition for Worker Occupational Safety & Health Protection WORKSAFE! FACT SHEET ADDENDUM to 8 CCR 3203 IIPP JOINT LABOR-MANAGEMENT SAFETY & HEALTH COMMITTEES LABOR-MANAGEMENT or
More informationWhat To Do When The Government Comes Knocking
What To Do When The Government Comes Knocking Are You Ready? Michael Colgan Harrington 860.240.6049 mharrington@murthalaw.com Lauren Meris Filiberto 203.772.7733 lfiliberto@murthalaw.com March 20, 2013
More informationElements of an Effective Safety and Health Program
Elements of an Effective Safety and Health Program Voluntary Safety and Health Program Management Guidelines Wholesale and Retail Trade Sector Healthy Workplaces 1 Effective Safety and Health Programs
More informationUNITED STATES OF AMERICA OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION In Re Inspection of: ) ) BP PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA INC., ) Inspection Nos. 308314640, and its Successors, ) 308314988, 308314632,
More informationOSHA s Workplace Violence Guidelines: Risks and Expectations 10/26/2015 OSHA? OSHA Workplace Violence Timeline:
OSHA s Workplace Violence : Risks and Expectations ALABAMA NURSING HOME ASSOCIATION NOVEMBER 2, 2015 OSHA? Occupational Safety and Health Administration Created under the OSH Act of 1970 Initiated in 1971
More informationFall Protection Susan Harwood Grant Training Program 2013 Wood Frame Construction
WRONG BETTER Fall Protection Susan Harwood Grant Training Program 2013 Wood Frame Construction Learning Objectives Understand how OSHA defines residential construction Understand the proper use of guardrails
More informationUnited States Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration Fire Fighters' Two-in/Two-out Regulation
United States Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration Fire Fighters' Two-in/Two-out Regulation The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently issued
More informationWHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTION. Labor & Employment Law Section Fall Meeting Kaatskill Mountain Club Resort, Hunter, NY September 21, 2012
I. Federal Whistleblower Protection: WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTION Labor & Employment Law Section Fall Meeting Kaatskill Mountain Club Resort, Hunter, NY September 21, 2012 A. Sarbanes Oxley: Most recent law
More informationKEY CAL/OSHA STANDARDS THAT APPLY TO MOST EMPLOYERS
KEY CAL/OSHA STANDARDS THAT APPLY TO MOST EMPLOYERS FACTSHEET 1 Below are some key Cal/OSHA standards that apply to most employers: A. INJURY AND ILLNESS PREVENTION PROGRAM STANDARD (Title 8 California
More informationNOTICE Occupational Safety and Health A dministration
OSHA REGIONAL U.S. DEPARTMENT Of LABOR NOTICE Occupational Safety and Health A dministration DIRECTIVE NUMBER: 16-04 (CPL 04-01) EFFECTIVE DATE: October 1, 2015 SUBJECT: Regional Emphasis Program for Grain
More informationOSHA Update.. Darwin D. Craig, AAD 444 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 303 Omaha, NE 68114 402.553.0171 800.642.8963 craig.darwin@dol.
OSHA Update.. Darwin D. Craig, AAD 444 Regency Parkway Drive, Suite 303 Omaha, NE 68114 402.553.0171 800.642.8963 craig.darwin@dol.gov OSHA s Emphasis Programs (Types) Enforcement Programs (NEP or LEP)
More informationOSHA/CalOSHA Overview. Kelly Howard Sr. Safety Engineer Cal/OSHA Consultation Service
OSHA/CalOSHA Overview Kelly Howard Sr. Safety Engineer Cal/OSHA Consultation Service OSHA Program Created in 1970 Occupational Health and Safety 26 States have their own program At least as stringent as
More informationSafety Incentive and Injury Discipline Policies: The Bad, The Even Worse and the Downright Ugly
United Steelworkers Health, Safety & Environment Department Safety Incentive and Injury Discipline Policies: The Bad, The Even Worse and the Downright Ugly Safety Incentive Programs In a Washington state
More informationThe Fort McMurray Catholic Board of Education is committed to the protection of our employees, contractors, volunteers and the students we serve.
Fort McMurray Catholic Schools Operating Policies and Procedures OP 150 Occupational Health & Safety Policy The Fort McMurray Catholic Board of Education is committed to the protection of our employees,
More informationSEC. 1553. PROTECTING STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND CONTRACTOR WHISTLEBLOWERS. (a) PROHIBITION OF REPRISALS. An employee of any non-federal employer
SEC. 1553. PROTECTING STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND CONTRACTOR WHISTLEBLOWERS. (a) PROHIBITION OF REPRISALS. An employee of any non-federal employer receiving covered funds may not be discharged,demoted,
More informationA Guide to Occupational Safety and Health in North Carolina
Industry Guide 4 A Guide to Occupational Safety and Health in North Carolina N.C. Department of Labor N.C. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Division 1101 Mail Service Center Raleigh,
More informationThere is no water, surface tension cracks, nor other environmental conditions present that reduce the stability of the excavation.
Part 1926 Subpart P Introduction The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued its first Excavation and Trenching Standard in 1971 to protect workers from excavation hazards. Since then,
More informationSECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.
--S.20-- S.20 One Hundred First Congress of the United States of America AT THE FIRST SESSION Begun and held at the City of Washington on Tuesday, the third day of January, one thousand nine hundred and
More informationSecretary of Labor, Complainant, v. OSHRC Docket No. 01-1660 George B. Hardee Construction Company, Inc., Respondent. DECISION AND ORDER
Secretary of Labor, Complainant, v. OSHRC Docket No. 01-1660 George B. Hardee Construction Company, Inc., Respondent. Appearances: Marsha L. Semon, Esq., Office of the Solicitor, U. S. Department of Labor,
More informationApril 7, 2009. Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP www.dgslaw.com
April 7, 2009 Agenda Welcome Today s Speakers Herb Gibson, OSHA Area Director, Denver Area Office, Occupational Health & Safety Administration Laura Riese, DGS Partner Roger Freeman, DGS Partner Free Flow,
More informationFEDERAL RAILROAD SAFETY ACT OF 1970 1/
FEDERAL RAILROAD SAFETY ACT OF 1970 1/ GENERAL This comprehensive law authorizes the Secretary of Transportation to prescribe regulations for all areas of railroad safety (supplementing existing rail safety
More informationOSHA REGIONAL ABSTRACT. This notice applies to the jurisdiction of the Englewood Area Office.
OSHA REGIONAL U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR NOTICE Occup
More informationSTATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF LABOR OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH REVIEW BOARD P.O. BOX 21149 JUNEAU, AK 99802
STATE OF ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF LABOR OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH REVIEW BOARD P.O. BOX 21149 JUNEAU, AK 99802 STATE OF ALASKA, DEPARTMENT ) OF LABOR, DIVISION OF LABOR ) STANDARDS AND SAFETY, ) OCCUPATIONAL
More informationMetropolitan Jewish Health System and its Participating Agencies and Programs [MJHS]
Metropolitan Jewish Health System and its Participating Agencies and Programs [MJHS] POLICY PURSUANT TO THE FEDERAL DEFICIT REDUCTION ACT OF 2005: Detection and Prevention of Fraud, Waste, and Abuse and
More informationHealth Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) General Education Presented by: Bureau of Personnel Department of Health Department of Human Services Department of Social Services Bureau of
More informationSAFETY AND HEALTH PROGRAM
PROGRAM NUMBER NO. PAGES 05-005 10 REVISION ISSUE DATE Revision 2 11/1/2005 SAFETY AND HEALTH PROGRAM Confined Space Entry 1.0 INTRODUCTION Confined Space Entry is a serious workplace hazard, capable of
More informationExcavation & Trenching Procedure
Excavation & Trenching 1. Overview The will ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable, that the conduct of work relating to excavation and trenching will not be harmful to the health and safety of employees
More informationOccupational Math: How Safety Professionals / Risk Managers Contributions Affect the Bottom-Line
Occupational Math: How Safety Professionals / Risk Managers Contributions Affect the Bottom-Line Cathi L. Marx, ALCM, COSS, CHS-V President Aspen Risk Management Group First Things First: Question:Should
More informationIncident Investigations Handbook
Incident Investigations Handbook The following agencies may respond to an incident (insert phone numbers of your location) Police Fire/rescue Ambulance Coroner WorkSafeBC BC Safety Authority ICBC BC Hydro
More informationOSHA Compliance Checklist ASC
OSHA Compliance Checklist ASC Date Inspectors Facility OSHA is the agency responsible for establishing and enforcing standards that will make the workplace safe and healthful for the employees. The way
More information4.05e WHS Guidelines for Incident Investigation Procedures Page 1 of 7
Page 1 of 7 1 Purpose It is a legal requirement under the NSW Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and NSW Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 to identify hazards, assess the risk of those hazards, implement
More informationRensselaer County Workplace Violence Prevention Policy & Incident Reporting
Rensselaer County Workplace Violence Prevention Policy & Incident Reporting Rensselaer County is committed to the safety and security of our employees. Workplace violence presents a serious occupational
More informationLife Saving Rules. Working Safely at EPCOR
Life Saving Rules Working Safely at EPCOR 1 Our Health and Safety Beliefs We believe: All incidents are preventable. HSE is integral to our work and the way we conduct business. HSE is serious and a shared
More informationManaging an OSHA Inspection*
Managing an OSHA Inspection* INTRODUCTION We offer here suggestions for addressing the issues that arise in OSHA inspections. These guidelines represent the collective experience of Ogletree Deakins' nationwide
More informationKnow your rights. under Minnesota laws prohibiting age discrimination It is unlawful for an employer to: refuse to hire or employ
Age discrimination Know your rights under Minnesota laws prohibiting age discrimination It is unlawful for an employer to: refuse to hire or employ reduce in grade or position or demote discharge or dismiss
More informationCal/OSHA. compliance advisor. Key Differences Between California OSHA and Federal OSHA
Cal/OSHA compliance advisor The Practical Guide to Workplace Safety for California Employers S P E C I A L R E P O R T Key Differences Between California OSHA and Federal OSHA I. INTRODUCTION Whether you
More informationA Short Guide to The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005
A Short Guide to The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 3 A Short Guide to the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 Published in August 2005 by the Health and Safety Authority, 10 Hogan
More informationInjury and Illness Prevention Plan (IIPP) University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Environmental Health and Safety Injury and Illness Prevention Plan (IIPP) University of Nebraska-Lincoln Revised March 2011 UNL Environmental Health and Safety 3630 East Campus Loop Lincoln, Nebraska 68583-0824
More informationSTATE OF NEVADA Department of Administration Division of Human Resource Management CLASS SPECIFICATION
STATE OF NEVADA Department of Administration Division of Human Resource Management CLASS SPECIFICATION TITLE GRADE EEO-4 CODE CHIEF COMPLIANCE/AUDIT INVESTIGATOR 37 B 11.360 SERIES CONCEPT Compliance/Audit
More information