Ensuring Preparedness for an OSHA Inspection
Ensuring a safe workplace is not just a recommendation – it is a necessity. Every business, regardless of industry, must have robust programs in place to protect its workforce from potential hazards. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets standards to prevent accidents and injuries, but businesses must proactively implement and follow these regulations […]
Understanding the Latest Facility Siting Regulation Updates
Facility siting is an essential process that evaluates the potential hazards posed to buildings and personnel in industrial settings. As mandated by OSHA’s Process Safety Management (PSM) standard (29 CFR Part 1910), this assessment is crucial for ensuring a safe working environment in facilities handling hazardous materials. Because industrial sites are constantly changing, keeping facility […]
Building a Strong Safety Culture
A strong safety culture is foundational to protecting employees at every level, from frontline workers to those in management roles. Companies with strong safety cultures consistently demonstrate superior safety performance, which not only protects their workforce but also enhances overall productivity and morale. However, ensuring that your organization is doing all it can to protect […]
U.S. Department of Labor and Dollar General Enter Corporate-Wide Settlement
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has finalized a corporate-wide settlement with Dollar General and its retail subsidiaries. This agreement, announced yesterday, aims to make significant changes across Dollar General stores nationwide. “This agreement commits Dollar General to making worker safety a priority by implementing significant and systematic changes in […]
The History of Process Safety Management
The 1910.119 Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard, established by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), was created to enhance the safety of workplaces that handle highly hazardous chemicals. This standard was prompted by several catastrophic industrial incidents that highlighted the need for more stringent safety regulations. These incidents led to wide recognition in the […]
Keeping Workers Safe from Heat Hazards
OSHA has reportedly submitted the final version of its proposed heat illness rule to the White House’s Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA). This means the rule should be publicly available soon. Since 2022, OSHA’s National Emphasis Program (NEP) on Outdoor and Indoor Heat Hazards has focused on educating and enforcing safety in industries […]
The Importance of Job Safety Analysis (JSA) In Preventing Workplace Accidents
As advocates for workplace safety, IFO Group expert consultants understand the important role that a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) plays in preventing accidents and ensuring the well-being of employees. Job Safety Analysis, commonly known as JSA or Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), is a systematic process used to identify, assess, and mitigate workplace hazards associated with […]
OSHA’s Continued Commitment to Heat Safety in the Workplace
As temperatures rise across the United States, so does the risk of heat-related illnesses for workers laboring both outdoors and indoors. Through its National Emphasis Program (NEP) on Outdoor and Indoor Heat-Related Hazards, OSHA continues to focus on addressing the dangers of heat exposure in workplaces nationwide. Since its inception in 2022, OSHA’s NEP has […]
Staying Off OSHA’s Severe Violator List (SVL)
Maintaining a safe work environment is not only a legal requirement – it is also a moral obligation that every business owes its employees. Staying off OSHA’s Severe Violator List (SVL) is extremely important to workplaces that pride themselves on having a strong safety culture. What does it take to steer clear of this list? […]
OSHA’s Final “Walkaround” Rule – What Employers Need to Know
On April 1, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) published its final rule on clarifying who can accompany OSHA inspectors during workplace inspections. This “Worker Walkaround Representative Designation Process Rule” is set to take effect on May 31, 2024, and will bring clarity and guidance to an essential aspect of workplace safety compliance. Under […]