Description
Gain an understanding of the most common pitfalls when managing OSHA interactions.OSHA enforcement has changed in recent years but has not declined, and there are new issues to contend with from the aftermath of a severe injury report under the revised rules to how to deal with OSHA’s use of drones. This information will provide guidance on the most common pitfalls when managing OSHA interactions arising from incident investigations, employee hazard or whistleblower complaints, or programmed inspections. The material also reviews emerging topics, including the latest National Emphasis Programs on silica and amputations and the use of employer injury data through the relaunched SiteSpecific Targeting Program.
Date: 2023-07-24 Start Time: End Time:
Learning Objectives
OSHA Overview
• Powers
• Standards, Regulations, and the General Duty Clause
• Employer Responsibilities
Types of OSHA Inspections
• Programmed
• Unprogrammed
Inspection Triggers
• Severe Injury Reports
• Employee Complaints (Hazard and Whistleblower)
Types of Citations and Penalties
Hot Button Issues
• Most Cited Standards
• National Emphasis Programs
• Severe Violator Enforcement Program
• Unique State Plan Considerations
• Multiemployer Worksites and Temporary Worker Safety
Best Practices for Inspection Management
• Routine Inspections
• Incident-Triggered
• Interviews, Document Requests, and Subpoenas
• Addressing Criminal Exposure
ASA ,HR Certification Institute ,SHRM ,Additional credit may be available upon request. Contact Lorman at 866-352-9540 for further information.
Adele L. Abrams, Esq., ASP, CMSP-Law Office of Adele L. Abrams P.C.
