Tag: Fall Protection Systems

ALJ Orders Roofing Contractor to Pay OSHA Fine

By Guy Burdick, EHS Daily Advisor Nov 4, 2024 Contractor Safety

Updated: Nov 4, 2024

An administrative law judge (ALJ) with the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission ordered a Rochester, New York, commercial roofing company to pay $16,782 in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) fines for serious fall and ladder violations, OSHA announced October 24. The ALJ upheld the agency’s citation of Elmer W. Davis Inc. for allowing workers […]

Ask the Expert: Fall Protection and Rescue Plans at a Zoo

By EHS Daily Advisor Staff Sep 29, 2021 Ask the Expert

Updated: Nov 15, 2021

In our latest installment of Ask the Expert, brought to you by the team of industry experts at EHS Hero®, we look at a recent question from a subscriber asking if fall protection and rescue plans are required for zoo workers. See what the experts had to say. Q: I work at a zoo. Do […]

Fall Protection: What OSHA Requires

By Clare Condon Feb 5, 2014 Personal Protective Equipment

Updated: Aug 22, 2017

Falls are a leading cause of workplace injury and death. Fall protection also routinely makes OSHA’s Top 10 Violations list every year. Employees fall for many reasons: unstable working surfaces, improperly positioned ladders, misuse of fall protection, and unprotected sides and edges of working surfaces. OSHA says that you must set up your worksite to […]

SAFETY NET: A Look at the Current Landscape of Connected Safety

SAFETY NET: A Look at the Current Landscape of Connected Safety In the modern world, safety has transcended beyond traditional boundaries. The advent of modern technologies, coupled with the increasing reliance on digital connectivity, has ushered in an era where safety is not merely a standalone function, but a collaborative, interconnected system. This system is […]

American Red Cross Introduces New Elevate SMART Manikin Training Solution

EHS Daily Advisor Staff

The American Red Cross and Elevate Healthcare, Inc. in September released the new, innovative ElevateTM SMART Manikin training solution designed for First Aid/CPR/AED and Basic Life Support (BLS) education and skills assessment.

Benchmark Gensuite Announces Responsio to Enhance Disclosure Response

EHS Daily Advisor Staff

Benchmark Gensuite, an industry-leading EHS and sustainability platform provider, has launched Responsio, its first end-to-end AI product designed to transform how organizations manage and respond to the increasing complexity and volume of incoming requests for ESG, sustainability, and EHS data.

Highwire Advances Construction Subcontractor Risk Management with New Prequalification Solution

EHS Daily Advisor Staff

Highwire’s new Prequalification solution enables general contractors to assess their subcontractors’ default and safety risk by evaluating a wide range of factors, including financial viability, capabilities, experience, pending litigation, and past defaults.

Distinctive Reporting: 5 Key Differences Between Accident vs Incident Reporting

Understand OSHA Requirements and Protect Your Organization In safety reporting, understanding the distinction between accidents and incidents is essential to ensure compliance and safeguard your workplace. Our latest eGuide breaks down the 5 critical differences between accident and incident reporting, helping you avoid costly mistakes and improve safety outcomes. You’ll also gain insights into the […]

SAFETY NET: A Look at the Current Landscape of Connected Safety

Distinctive Reporting: 5 Key Differences Between Accident vs Incident Reporting

Guide to Safety Training in High-Hazard Industries

Health and safety training is crucial for maintaininga secure workplace, empowering teams, and safeguarding their well-being. However, subpar training programs can lead to severe consequences such as accidents, injuries, and lawsuits—events that can potentially cripple a business beyond recovery. The good news? It doesn’t have to be that way! With the right training, your teams […]

State Testing Laws and Oral Fluid Article

Oral fluid testing is rapidly becoming the preferred method for drug testing. Recent federal approvals and new state laws in California and Washington have accelerated this trend, making oral fluid testing a key tool for both workplace and DUI enforcement. California and Washington have enacted laws that restrict drug testing based on non-psychoactive cannabis metabolites, […]