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David Green added a discussion to the group Workplace Safety
OSHA suspends recordkeeping crackdown, newsletter reports
An industry newsletter is reporting that OSHA is suspending a pilot program to crackdown on alleged under-reporting of accidents and illnesses because the program has not found significant numbers of violations. http://www.fdrsafety.com/blog
August 12
David Green added a discussion to the group Workplace Safety
Huge change to OSHA advancing in Congress
Company officers and directors who knew of OSHA violations that led to a death could receive 10 years in prison. Protection for whistle-blowers would be greatly extended and could restrict employers' ability to discipline weak performers. Changes to…
July 7
David Green added a discussion to the group Best Practices
How to react to tighter OSHA enforcement on making safety training easily understandable
Here are some practical steps to take to meet OSHA requirements that safety training be presented in a way that all workers can understand. OSHA is stepping up enforcement in this area. http://www.fdrsafety.com/osha-tightens-rules-on-making-safety-t…
June 4
David Green added a discussion to the group Construction
Here we go again -- OSHA on wrong path with injury prevention proposal
OSHA is headed in the wrong direction with its Injury and Illness Prevention Program (I2P2), according to Jim Stanley, a former No. 2 at OSHA headquarters. While he agrees that requiring companies to have a safety and health program is a good idea,…
May 6
David Green added a discussion to the group Workplace Safety
Here we go again -- OSHA on wrong path with injury prevention proposal
OSHA is headed in the wrong direction with its Injury and Illness Prevention Program (I2P2), according to Jim Stanley, a former No. 2 at OSHA headquarters. While he agrees that requiring companies to have a safety and health program is a good idea,…
May 6
David Green added a discussion to the group Workplace Safety
Two new OSHA enforcement initiatives: penalties and prevention
OSHA announced Monday it would propose a new program requiring all employers to have an accident and illness prevention program. It also announced it would step up ergonomics enforcement. Separately in a memo to OSHA officials, agency head David Mic…
April 27
David Green added a discussion to the group Workplace Safety
Use 5S methods to improve safety, efficiency
Good housekeeping has historically been a foundation for occupational safety. 5S, a process used in lean manufacturing, offers even greater benefit to create not only a clean workplace, but also one that improves both efficiency and safety at the sa…
April 5
David Green added a discussion to the group Best Practices
Use 5S methods to improve efficiency, safety
Good housekeeping has historically been a foundation for occupational safety. 5S, a process used in lean manufacturing, offers even greater benefit to create not only a clean workplace, but also one that improves both efficiency and safety at the sa…
April 5
David Green added a discussion to the group Best Practices
Lockout/Tagout: New thinking leads to better performance
Lockout and tagout appear to have a perennial lock as one of OSHA’s top 10 violations each year. It is a tough challenge in any organization getting employees to take time to isolate and lockout potentially hazardous energy. Former GM global safety…
March 15
David Green joined Site Administrator's group
Best Practices
All about cost reduction, case histories and industry best practices. Group leader is Troy Taylor.
March 15
David Green added a discussion to the group Workplace Safety
Safety training most effective when it addresses attitudes
When a safety incident occurs, typical corrective action includes sending those involved back for skills training. But a more effective approach may be to provide training that changes their attitudes about safety, according to Mike Taubitz, former…
March 8
David Green added a discussion to the group Workplace Safety
How industrial companies that use contractors can prepare for increased OSHA scrutiny
Industrial companies using contractors as the economy recovers may be minimizing risk by not hiring full-timers, but they should be aware of a new factor in the equation: increased OSHA liability for the contractors’ safety practices. Former OSHA No…
January 19
David Green added a discussion to the group Workplace Safety
New OSHA chief: Where you see 'Green' jobs, I see safetyhazards
The Obama administration has placed a lot of emphasis on rapidly creating “green” jobs – to help both the economy and the environment. But David Michaels, new head of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, is warning about the perils of…
December 29, 2009
David Green added a discussion to the group Construction
What to expect from the new head of OSHA: minimum standards for company programs
Jim Stanley, former No. 2 at OSHA, offers his predictions on what Dr. David Michaels is likely to include on his agenda as he steps into leadership of the agency. Among Jim's predictions: OSHA will initiate a new rulemaking to mandate minimum standa…
December 16, 2009
David Green added a discussion to the group Workplace Safety
What to expect from the new head of OSHA: minimum standards for company programs
Jim Stanley, former No. 2 at OSHA, offers his predictions on what Dr. David Michaels is likely to include on his agenda as he steps into leadership of the agency. Among Jim's predictions: OSHA will initiate a new rulemaking to mandate minimum standa…
December 16, 2009
David Green added a discussion to the group Automotive
Overlooked in fleet safety programs: Driver motivation
Fred Rine, former head of the safety program at FedEx, outlines in OHS magazine how to build a top-notch fleet safety program and how to get drivers to buy in. http://www.fdrsafety.com/news-events/articles/
September 25, 2009

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Getting ready for an OSHA inspection

Practical tips on preparing for an OSHA inspection, from selecting a company representative to training supervisors for interviews. http://www.fdrsafety.com/blog/

Posted on August 18, 2009 at 6:50am —

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At 2:04pm on July 18, 2009, John Miley said…
David, welcome to the Safety Community. I hope you will find the Safety Community to be a tremendous resource to meet your goals. If you have the time, we would benefit from your knowledge and experience with Forum discussion(s).
At 8:56am on July 16, 2009, Jay D. Rohman said…
David, welcome to the Workplace Safety and the Construction groups!
Jay D. Rohman www.EncouragingSafety.com
 
 
 

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