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The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is a United States federal agency established in 1970 by the Occupational Health and Safety Act. OSHA is part of the Department of Labor and is charged... more +
The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is a United States federal agency established in 1970 by the Occupational Health and Safety Act. OSHA is part of the Department of Labor and is charged with assuring healthy, safe, working environments. OSHA sets and enforces safety standards and policies. Examples of OSHA's duties include setting limits on workers' exposure to hazardous substances, ensuring workers have access to safety information and protective equipment, and providing employers and workers proper training to prevent dangerous conditions. less -
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DOL Reboots Opinion Letter Program to Offer Guidance on Wage and Hour, Workplace Safety, and More

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The US Department of Labor just relaunched and significantly expanded its opinion letter program, offering employers across five enforcement agencies a direct line to legal interpretations of federal laws on wage and hour,...more

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NYS DOL Publishes Model Policy, Training and FAQs For Retail Workplace Violence Law

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As previously discussed on our blog, in September of 2024, New York passed a law requiring retail employers with 10 or more retail employees anywhere in New York to take certain safeguards to protect employees from workplace...more

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Understanding OSHA's Updated Site-Specific Targeting (SST) Inspection Plan

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What You Need to Know: OSHA’s Updated SST Plan Targets High-Risk Workplaces Using New Data: The revised Site-Specific Targeting (SST) Inspection Plan now relies on injury data from OSHA’s Injury Tracking Application...more

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Arizona’s New Heat Safety Executive Order: What to Know as Temperatures Rise

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On May 22, 2025, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed Executive Order (EO) 2025-09 as part of the state’s broader initiative to enhance worker safety amid rising summer temperatures. ...more

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Department of Labor Announces Expansion of Interpretation Letters Initiative

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On June 2, 2025, Deputy Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling announced a renewed and expanded commitment by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to the issuance of interpretation letters—commonly referred to as opinion letters...more

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U.S. Department of Labor Expands Opinion Letter Program

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On June 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) expanded its opinion letter program, which should provide guidance on areas handled by multiple enforcement agencies within the DOL. Publication of opinion letters is a...more

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OSHA in 2025: Key Updates and What Employers Should Know

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Workplace safety initiatives continue to evolve amid the shifting political landscape and regulatory priorities. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) remains a central player in ensuring worker protection,...more

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Q and A With A Former OSHA Assistant Area Director

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Today, OSHA Chronicle (“OC”) sits down with safety and health consultant John Bednarik (“JB”). OC: Hi John. To start, can you share your safety and health background with our readers? JB: Of course. Prior to starting my...more

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Policy Week in Review – May 2025 #4

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Chairs Walberg (R-MI) and Allen (R-GA) Seek Feedback to Reform the LMRDA - The House Committee on Education and Workforce Chair Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Chair Rick...more

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Workplace Law Update: 10 Essential Items on Your June To-Do List

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Here are the top items you should tackle in June, based on the latest workplace law developments and upcoming critical compliance dates...more

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Site-Specific Targeting Inspection Program: Occupational Safety and Health Administration Updates Inspection Program

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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) announced on May 20th that it has updated its inspection program to direct agency enforcement resources to establishments with the highest rates of injuries and...more

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Workplace Violence: Why Employers Can’t Afford to Ignore the Warning Signs

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When employers think about workplace safety, the conversation often begins and ends with OSHA inspections or slip-and-fall prevention. But in today’s world, the most urgent threat to your workforce isn’t on the floor. It’s in...more

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OSHA’s Updated Site-Specific Targeting Inspection Plan Just Took Effect: The Answers to Employers’ Top 5 Questions

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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released an updated Instruction implementing a new Site-Specific Targeting inspection plan for non-construction worksites, effective for two years starting on May...more

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Developing Effective Workplace Violence Programs in Health Care: Protecting Those Who Care for Us

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High rates of violent acts against heath care workers pose a serious risk to the safety and wellbeing of the medical and support professionals on the front lines of patient care. Studies show that health care workers are five...more

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[Webinar] Converging Compliance: Navigating OSHA and MSHA in Construction and Mining Operations - June 10th, 10:00 am PT

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Companies in the construction industry, particularly those involved in heavy highway construction, often have a vertically integrated structure that extends beyond construction projects. These companies may operate asphalt or...more

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Major Change in Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Scene Disturbance Law

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In a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment in April 2025, the Government of Alberta issued a Director Order that significantly altered the legal landscape concerning work site incident scene disturbances. In essence, we have...more

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Top 10 Labor, Employment, and OSHA Trends for 2025

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As we approach midyear, the ArentFox Schiff Labor, Employment & OSHA team highlights some of the most pressing legal issues facing employers this year, including artificial intelligence (AI) regulation at the state level,...more

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OSHA Issues Updated Guidance on Site-Specific Targeting Inspections

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On May 20, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor issued a press release updating the Occupational Health and Safety Administration’s (OSHA) Site-Specific Targeting (SST) inspection program focusing on workplaces with the highest...more

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Cal/OSHA’s Latest on Lead Exposure: Clarification for the Construction Industry

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On May 5, 2025, the California Department of Industrial Relations made an important announcement that affects employers in the construction industry. Cal/OSHA has clarified lead exposure prevention guidance specific to...more

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Policy Week in Review – May 2025 #2

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House Workforce Protections Subcommittee Holds Hearing on “Reclaiming OSHA’s Mission” - On Thursday, the House Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, chaired by Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA), held a hearing titled “Reclaiming...more

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Beltway Buzz - May 2025 #3

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The Beltway Buzz™ is a weekly update summarizing labor and employment news from inside the Beltway and clarifying how what’s happening in Washington, D.C., could impact your business....more

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OSHA Extends Heat Stress Enforcement Program, Despite Lack of Progress on National Rule

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The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration shows few signs of progress in finalizing proposed regulations intended to address risks associated with employee exposure to hot working conditions....more

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Get Ready for the Heat: 7 Practical Summer Safety Tips for Employers as OSHA Takes Next Steps for National Rule

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OSHA’s long-awaited heat illness rule could be inching closer to reality, with a public hearing that could determine its fate now scheduled for June 16. While many predicted the Trump administration would stall or shelve the...more

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Cal/OSHA Standards Board Considers Subcommittee in Response to NIOSH Cuts

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The California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board (OSHSB) is considering the formation of a subcommittee to tackle challenges arising from the dismantling of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and...more

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Knock Knock, Who's There? OSHA Inspector!

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Effective January 2025, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) hiked the maximum fines for workplace safety violations. As an example, the maximum fine for a “serious” violation is now $16,550 per violation,...more

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