Articles Tagged with ''OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)''

U.S. Department of Labor Hosting Construction Compliance Assistance Webinar

June 19, 2020

The U.S. Department of Labor will host a webinar on June 25 to discuss how it's assisting manufacturing and construction workers by reducing regulatory burdens.

OSHA Issues Social Distancing Alert to Keep Workers Safe During COVID-19 Pandemic

June 1, 2020

OSHA is encouraging employers to take steps like isolating workers who begin to exhibit symptoms and establish flexible worksites and hours to keep employees safe during the pandemic.

Safety Roundtable Advocates for OSHA in Plants

October 18, 2018

Those attending the AAMA 2018 Fall Conference were encouraged to think about OSHA in a different light when it comes to implementing a culture of workplace safety.

Duro-Last’s Oregon Plant Receives Prestigious Safety Award

November 17, 2016

Duro-Last Inc. announced that its Grants Pass, Ore. manufacturing facility has received Star Site status from the OSHA Voluntary Protection Program.

OSHA Officials Underestimated Cost of Silica Rule for Construction Industry

Estimate One of Several Examples of How Agency Fundamentally Misunderstands Construction Industry, Raising Questions About Overall Rule.

March 30, 2015

A new report released by the Construction Industry Safety Coalition (CISC) found that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) proposed silica standards for U.S. construction industry will cost the industry $5 billion per year—roughly $4 .5 billion per year more than OSHA’s estimates.

Content Is King: Are You Ready for OSHA’s Changes to its Hazard Communication Standard?

Chris King

November 6, 2013

In 2012, OSHA enacted a number of significant changes to its Hazard Communication Standard.

OSHA Announces Proposed Rule to Protect Workers From Exposure to Silica

September 4, 2013

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced a proposed rule aimed at curbing lung cancer, silicosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and kidney disease in America’s workers.

OSHA Requests Recommendations to Update its Construction Industry Standards

December 6, 2012

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is issuing a Request for Information to initiate the fourth phase of its Standards Improvement Project (SIP).

Fall Protection Grating System

Bilco

October 5, 2012

The Bilco Company, manufacturer of specialty access products, has released its redesigned fall protection grating system.

Content Is King: OSHA Extends Temporary Enforcement Measures

Chris King

September 14, 2012

On August 30, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced that it was extending its temporary enforcement measures in residential construction.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

On Demand In modern roofing systems, vapor retarders and air barriers do more than just minimize air leakage—they’re essential to maximizing performance and longevity. This engaging course dives into the next generation of moisture control: permeable vapor retarders and air barriers. Discover how these cutting-edge technologies are transforming low-slope roofing assemblies by improving energy efficiency, managing moisture, and boosting wind uplift resistance.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW ; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

On-Demand Designing a high-performance building enclosure requires more than just surface-level protection; it demands a rigorous, performance-based mastery of below-grade water and gas mitigation. This discussion will provide an expert-level analysis of below-grade waterproofing within the comprehensive framework of the high-performance building enclosure.