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Category Archives: Commentary
Does Increased Enforcement Really Mean Safer Workers
Posted on January 19, 2011
The other day I stumbled upon a recent article in The Huffington Post (I know, I know) by a young man by the name of Matt Madia titled: “Obama’s Regulatory Enforcement Shows That Government Can Play a Positive Role”. It … Continue reading →
Safety Incentive Programs on the Chopping Block
Posted on August 4, 2010
Employers be warned! OSHA is scrutinizing safety incentive programs. Dr. Michaels, the Assistant Secretary of Labor in charge of OSHA, has set his sights on safety incentive plans that could be seen as discouraging workers to report work related injuries. … Continue reading →
Michaels Wants a Bigger Stick
Posted on March 24, 2010
A few weeks ago, Assistant Secretary of Labor for OSHA David Michaels testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Education and Labor Committee’s Subcommittee on Workforce Protections. Michaels stated in his speech: “Safe jobs exist only when employers have adequate incentives to comply with … Continue reading →
How Come OSHA Gets Such a Bad Rap?
Posted on February 28, 2010
I often hear the horror stories of OSHA experiences. Some are determined to be embellishments of an actual experience, but others justify certain levels of outrage and frustration. I receive a monthly publication listing the results of OSHA inspections conducted in the state of … Continue reading →
Acting OSHA Chief Jordan Barab Coming After State Plan OSHA Programs
Posted on October 29, 2009
Acting Secretary of OSHA made a speech today at the Committee of Education and Labor House of Representatives conveying that he believes State Plan OSHA programs need more oversight and need to follow more closely with what Federal OSHA does. Twenty-seven (27) … Continue reading →
Business Owners and Employers Be Warned
Posted on July 29, 2009
I am starting to feel like a broken record, and there is probably more than one person out there thinking I am the “Little Boy Who Cried Wolf.” But people I am telling you, I am watching OSHA grow longer … Continue reading →
Citation or Accommodation
Posted on July 8, 2009
By now most all of us are aware of the act of heroism by construction worker Jason Oglesbee as he plucked a woman out of the Des Moines River saving her from almost certain death. Many of my colleagues as well as … Continue reading →
The Potential For a Perfect Storm in the World of OSHA and Occupational Safety is Brewing
Posted on June 15, 2009
More often than not in the course of conversation about my beloved profession the question comes up these days about OSHA , safety, and where it is all headed under the new administration. I have come to the conclusion that … Continue reading →