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OSHA Expands Severe Violator List Eligibility
For employers everywhere, the long-term consequences of "just settling" citations have become even more consequential. In mid-September, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced...
Read MoreDOL Announces A New Independent Contractor Rule
Once again, the Department of Labor (DOL) wants to change how it defines independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). For employers who...
Read MorePreparing for an OSHA Inspection
Are you prepared for an OSHA inspection? The chances of a surprise visit are greater than ever. With an increased 2023 budget for the Occupational Safety...
Read MoreWho’s the Boss in a Multi-Employer Workplace?
As multi-employer workplaces grow in number, size, and complexity, the safety and other regulatory responsibilities of the primary (or “host”) contractor and multiple subcontractors can...
Read MoreTornado Warnings and OSHA
After an Amazon warehouse collapses in a tornado, killing six, OSHA decides to send tornado warning advice rather than a citation. Extreme Weather You may have...
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