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Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

 
When No One Is Watching

by
Diane Kelly

| February 2013
| under
  • Safety

Safety professionals often discuss the concept of a safety culture but, surprisingly, have been hard-pressed to offer a solid definition or prescription for achieving positive promotion of such a thing.

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A Dangerous Combination

by
Diane Kelly

| January 2013
| under
  • Safety

in our industry, accidents often involve electricity. Beyond the risk of shock and electrocution, electricity generates extreme heat and arc flashes, which can cause fires.

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On The Agenda 2013: OSHA Outlook
by
Joe O'Connor
| January 2013
| under
  • Safety

While Congress is preoccupied with sorting out financial issues, President Obama’s re-election is not likely to result in any major immediate changes to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) activities. As a result, you can expect more of the same policy priorities this year.

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Digger Derrick Exemption Granted for Subpart V Related Work
January 2013
| under
  • Your Business

OSHA issued a final standard updating the requirements for cranes and derricks.

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Bottom Line: Safety
by
Joe O'Connor
| May 2011
| under
  • Safety

Surviving any situation depends on knowing what to expect and being prepared to manage it. An Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspection is no exception. Employers must know their rights and responsibilities.

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