Seyfarth Synopsis: Ongoing wildfires in Southern California trigger Cal/OSHA regulations that require employers to train and protect employees from wildfire smoke. The regulation applies to most outdoor workplaces, requiring employers to provide N95 respirators at certain AQI trigger levels, effective communication, and training on wildfire smoke hazards.
Devastating and fast-moving wildfires have destroyed thousands of…
A security breach at an energy facility can trigger a cascade of disruptions that affect millions of homes and businesses. Beyond the immediate impact on power supply, these incidents can damage critical infrastructure and create long-lasting vulnerabilities in the power grid.
Physical barriers, advanced technology, and clear communication protocols work together to create an effective…
Happy New Year!After approximately a decade of discussing a properly fitting PPE Rule in the construction industry, OSHA’s Final Rule becomes effective January 13, 2025. The Final Rule explicitly requires that PPE is selected to ensure that it “property fits” affected employees.
In the preamble to the Final Rule, OSHA stated that public comments were…
Using 5S for chemical storage can boost your organization’s safety and ensure compliance with regulatory safety protocols. This quick guide teaches you how to do it correctly.
How Do You Apply 5S Principles to Chemical Storage?
5S provides a practical system for upgrading your chemical storage system in five steps.
Identify any chemicals,…
Food safety is one of the most important features of running a successful food establishment. The most effective way to ensure the food safety standards are always met within your establishment is by strategically making use of restaurant signs. Here, we take a look at the key food safety compliance signs a restaurant needs…
Remote solar farms represent a significant advancement in sustainable energy production, transforming vacant land into clean power generation sites. These installations create unique operational challenges that demand careful attention to safety protocols and risk management.
The isolated nature of these facilities poses distinct risks to workers and equipment, from extreme weather conditions to limited…
Seyfarth Synopsis: Continuing its assault on commonly used chemicals that pose risks to human health, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“USEPA”) issued (but has not yet published in the Federal Register) bans on Trichloroethylene (“TCE” or “Tri”) and Perchloroethylene (“PCE” or “Perc”) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (“TSCA”). The bans were first proposed…
OSHA’s website recently added advice to employers, particularly in retail and warehousing, to help keep their employees safe this holiday season and linked a video on the Department of Labor’s YouTube page containing nine holiday season safety tips. The tips include: (1) training workers on safety work practices in a language they understand; (2) providing…
Even as temperatures cool, Nevada’s Division of Industrial Relations (DIR) was working to adopt a heat illness regulation. On November 15, 2024, the State of Nevada adopted new regulations meant to protect employees from heat-related illness by placing new requirements on employers.
The new regulation, which took effect immediately upon approval, requires businesses with more…
The 5S Red Tag process is a powerful tool to declutter and optimize your workspace. By identifying and removing unnecessary items, you can significantly improve efficiency, safety, and overall productivity.
This blog post will look into the practical application of 5S red tags to streamline workplace order, optimize inventory management, and foster a culture of…
