Be Safe Out There!
Every month we provide tips for keeping people safe, both on the job and off. You may not like what you learn, but at least you’ll be aware of positive changes you could make. Here’s to healthier, safer living!
Safety Tips: Forklift Operation and Best Practices
Powered industrial trucks, commonly called forklifts or lift trucks, are used in many industries, primarily to move materials. They can also be used to raise, lower, or [...]
OSHA Announces Deadline for 2020 Workplace Injury Data (Form 300A) Submission
OSHA is reminding employers to submit the 2020 Form 300A data electronically by March 2. The agency began collecting data for the calendar year on January 2. [...]
OSHA Clarifies COVID-19 Reporting Hospitalization and Fatality Requirements
On September 30, 2020, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released new Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding an employer's obligation to report to OSHA cases of work-related [...]
OSHA Requirements for Automotive Shops: Fire Prevention and Emergency Training
Fire Prevention and Emergency Training: Fire Extinguishers: State fire prevention regulations mandate that all buildings required by the fire department to provide portable fire extinguishers must install [...]
OSHA Requirements for Automotive Shops: Respiratory Protection
General Information (29 CFR 1910.134): Respirators protect workers lungs from hazardous airborne chemicals or particles. Employers are responsible for providing adequate respiratory protection that corresponds with the [...]
OSHA Requirements for Automotive Shops: Personal Protective Equipment
OSHA Requirements for Auto Shops: Listed below are the OSHA requirements and safety topics relevant to auto shops, which all of our members should have a part [...]