Did you know that 7 million U.S. construction workers visit job sites each day? While safety protocols and procedures have improved across nearly every category, construction workers still face many risks on a day-to-day basis. Check out this great new Safety Guide from the Lanier Law Firm for more info and tips on keeping construction… [Read More]
National Safety Stand-Down (Construction Falls)
National Safety Stand-Down (Construction Falls)
April 10, 2022 By
What is Safety Leadership for Supervisors Training?
What is Safety Leadership for Supervisors Training?
August 25, 2021 By
Safety leadership is the process of defining an organization’s desired safety values and creating a team that can effectively implement those values. It also includes a range of specific efforts intended to engage employees in maintaining the behaviors needed to reach the organization’s safety goals. Safety leadership training is an essential component of an… [Read More]
Changes to Inspection Practices for Workplace Injuries and Illnesses
Changes to Inspection Practices for Workplace Injuries and Illnesses
January 4, 2021 By
The U.S. Department of Labor is updating their practices for inspections of workplace injuries and illnesses. The Site-Specific Targeting Directive will now look at the employer-submitted Form 300A for the three previous years. Reviewing data collected over three years can help identify patterns that lead to illness and injuries. These changes can also allow for… [Read More]
Amy Daniell, CIH Interviewed for Article on Restaurant PPE
Amy Daniell, CIH Interviewed for Article on Restaurant PPE
May 28, 2020 By
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, every industry faces questions regarding the safety of their workers, clients, and community. One of the most affected industries is restaurants. Caroline Hatchett, a restaurant industry writer, recently interviewed Circle Safety and Health Consultant’s Senior Occupational Safety and Health Consultant Amy Daniell, CIH for an article on PPE as restaurants… [Read More]
Surface Sampling for SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19)
Surface Sampling for SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19)
May 19, 2020 By
Recently published studies suggest that SARS-CoV-2 (which causes COVID-19) may remain viable on different surfaces for up to 72 hours. This emphasizes the need for companies to ramp up their cleaning and disinfecting protocol to minimize the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus and to reduce the risk of a COVID-19 outbreak at their facility. Cleaning… [Read More]
What Is Hazard Communication Training?
What Is Hazard Communication Training?
January 28, 2019 By
Hazard communication training is required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA’s) Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). This standard has been in effect since 1994 and specifies the management of hazardous materials on a work site, including their identification, labeling, handling, use, and disposal. In 2012, this standard was updated to integrate international requirements found… [Read More]
What is Fall Protection Safety Training?
What is Fall Protection Safety Training?
December 17, 2018 By
Falling is a major occupational hazard in many industries, especially construction. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulates worker safety in the United States, including regulations that specifically address falling. Many vendors also offer safety training in fall protection that follows OSHA guidelines, including basic and advanced courses. This training provides multiple benefits for… [Read More]
Fact Sheet on VOSH Penalties for State and Local Government Employers
Fact Sheet on VOSH Penalties for State and Local Government Employers
December 3, 2018 By
VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRY Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) Program The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry (DOU) operates the Virginia State Plan for Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) through a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). VOSH has exclusive jurisdiction over private… [Read More]
What is Electrical Safety Training?
What is Electrical Safety Training?
November 19, 2018 By
What is Electrical Safety Training? Electricity is one of the most serious workplace hazards because falls can cause injuries in a variety of ways, including electrocution, burns, explosions, and fires. Workers safety with the handling of electricity requires workers to understand how it works and how to direct it. They must also understand the hazards… [Read More]
How Much Does OSHA Training Typically Cost?
How Much Does OSHA Training Typically Cost?
March 23, 2018 By
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is an agency of the Department of Labor. It was created in 1971 due to the Occupational Safety and Health Act signed by President Richard Nixon. OSHA’s mission is to ensure safe and healthy working conditions by enforcing standards and providing training. OSHA also enforces a variety of… [Read More]
