With December 15, 2017 just passing on the calendar the new The Occupational Safety and Health Administration electronic record keeping requirements are now in effect. Most employers are already required to log and post injuries and illnesses on OSHA Injury and Illness (300) forms. Now they are also required to upload this information electronically to… [Read More]
New OSHA Electronic Record Keeping Requirements Are In Effect
New OSHA Electronic Record Keeping Requirements Are In Effect
January 18, 2018 By
Virginia Governor McAuliffe Appoints Anna Jolly To Administration
Virginia Governor McAuliffe Appoints Anna Jolly To Administration
November 11, 2017 By
Current Virginia Governor, Terry McAuliffe, recently announced appointments to his administration including Secretariat of the Commonwealth – Safety and Health Codes Board. Governor McAuliffe appointmented Anna Jolly from Circle Safety and Health Consultants and Courtney M. Malveaux, Esq. to the board in order to focus on guiding the Virginia economy and creating more jobs across… [Read More]
Are You Prepared For New Crystalline Silica Standards in Virginia?
Are You Prepared For New Crystalline Silica Standards in Virginia?
August 16, 2017 By
What Is Silica? Silica occurs naturally in the earth’s crust, most often in the form of Quartz, and is present in sand, rocks and stones, bricks and concrete. Materials that contain silica are often found on construction sites or used in the construction process. On their own the materials are not dangerous or hazardous… [Read More]
New VOSH Penalty Increases As of July 1, 2017
New VOSH Penalty Increases As of July 1, 2017
August 4, 2017 By
As of July 1, 2017 Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) implemented an increase in maximum penalties by more than 78%. The changes were implemented as part of the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act which mandates agencies, such as OSHA, adjust their penalties. Of course no company wants an OSHA penalty but now more… [Read More]
New Construction Standards for Crystalline Silica in Virginia
New Construction Standards for Crystalline Silica in Virginia
June 15, 2017 By
The Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Labor and Industry has announced new construction standards for Crystalline Silica scheduled to take effect in Virginia June 23, 2017. Circle Safety and Health Consultants can help your organization understand these new regulations and implement a training program to ensure compliance. Learn more about the new Crystalline Silica Standards… [Read More]
Get The Facts on Falls
Get The Facts on Falls
May 9, 2017 By
This week begins OSHA’s 4th annual National Fall Prevention Safety Stand-Down initiative to raise awareness and help prevent falls in the construction industry. The week long initiative encourages employers and workers to discuss common fall hazards, safety measures and how to prevent falls from from ladders, scaffolds and roofs. OSHA provides a variety of educational… [Read More]
