EHS Hero What's New | 8/19/24

Modified on Tue, 20 Aug at 11:11 AM


August 19, 2024


In this issue of EHS Hero's What's New, OSHA has cited several companies, including Circle K and Adidas, for serious safety violations, resulting in significant fines. The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) is advocating for greater use of remote isolation equipment in chemical facilities. Recent updates include New Jersey's revised fire drill requirements, new training resources on confined space safety and workplace violence prevention in healthcare, and employee newsletters focused on safety topics such as silica dust and fall arrest protocols. Additionally, a white paper on preventing workplace violence has been released, addressing OSHA's upcoming federal standard for healthcare and social assistance sectors.


 

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