|
|
Last Updated: May 6, 2008 - 8:10:19 AM |
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
New "elaws" tool to help employers comply with recordkeeping, reporting and notice requirements
The new FirstStep Recordkeeping, Reporting and Notices elaws Advisor has been integrated into a FirstStep suite of advisors that also includes the revised and expanded FirstStep Poster Advisor and FirstStep Employment Law Overview Advisor.
May 6, 2008 - 8:07:24 AM
Announcements
San Diego Auto Body Shops Cited for Widespread Labor
Economic Employment Enforcement Coalition (EEEC) investigators issued 41 citations for labor violations – with fines totaling more than $226,000 – in a recent sweep of 28 San Diego auto body businesses.
Apr 17, 2008 - 8:21:13 AM
Job Search
Government Jobs: MSHA to hire more mine inspectors in Idaho, Oregon and Washington
The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is seeking to hire new federal mine inspectors for positions in Boise, Idaho; Albany, Ore.; and Kent, Wash. Applicant screenings for these positions will be held April 12 and 13 in Pasco, Wash., at the Best Western Pasco Inn & Suites. Interested citizens who have not previously registered via MSHA's Web site are welcome to attend, subject to space availability
Apr 4, 2008 - 7:03:01 AM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
OSHA Update: OSHA Implements RSS Feeds for its Communications Products
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has implemented
Really Simple Syndication (RSS) Feeds to provide OSHA customers a personal, direct channel for receiving the latest news and information from the
OSHA Web site.
Apr 1, 2008 - 7:55:30 AM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
OSHA seeks applications for $6.7 million in new safety and health training grants
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced in today’s
Federal Register
that it is seeking applications for Susan Harwood Training Grants. OSHA awards funds to nonprofit organizations to provide training and education programs for employers and employees on safety and health topics selected by OSHA. Nonprofit organizations, including community- and faith-based organizations, that are not state or local government agencies, are eligible to apply. The application deadline is May 23, 2008.
Mar 26, 2008 - 1:08:40 PM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
UPS Fined by OSHA following whistleblower investigation
As the result of an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), United Parcel Service Inc. (UPS) has paid $254,000 to a mechanic who was terminated by the delivery carrier after complaining about unsafe conditions in trucks at the company's Watertown, N.Y., garage.
Mar 21, 2008 - 9:48:22 AM
Job Search
Government Jobs: MSHA is seeking to hire more mine inspectors in Montana and Utah
The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is seeking to hire new federal mine inspectors for positions in Helena, Mont., and Salt Lake City, Utah. Applicant screenings for these positions will be held March 15 and 16 in Salt Lake City at the Sheraton City Centre. Interested citizens who have not previously registered via MSHA's Web site are welcome to attend, subject to space availability.
Mar 11, 2008 - 8:43:21 PM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
OSHA Announces New Ergonomics Guidelines for Shipyards
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) today announced the release of
Ergonomics for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders: Guidelines for Shipyards
, an industry-specific guidance document that provides practical recommendations to help employers and employees reduce the number and severity of musculoskeletal disorders in the workplace.
Mar 7, 2008 - 3:03:17 PM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
OSHA Notifies Workplaces with High Injury and Illness Rates
The Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health has notified 14,000 employers nationwide that their injury and illness rates are considerably higher than the national average.
Mar 4, 2008 - 11:36:47 AM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
MSHA launches online violation tracking tool for operators
The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) today activated a new feature on its Web site that will provide additional tools for mine safety stakeholders to assess the safety performance at specific mines around the nation. The addition to MSHA's Data Retrieval System will enable users to access specific data about violations per inspection day (VPID) and repeat violations of the same standard.
Feb 27, 2008 - 6:34:27 AM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
Mine safety workshops address effects of seasonal changes at mine sites Sessions to be held in New Hampshire, New York and Pennsylvania
The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), in cooperation with the National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association, is conducting a series of free mine safety workshops nationwide to address special hazards associated with the onset of warmer weather at certain mining operations. The sessions, called "Spring Thaw" workshops, will be held in February and March in New Hampshire, New York and Pennsylvania. Registration for each seven-hour session will begin at 8:30 a.m. EST.
Feb 13, 2008 - 7:42:08 AM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
U.S. Labor Department seeks Contempt Order against Hewitt
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Labor today announced that it has asked a federal district court in Houston, Texas, to hold Hewitt C LLC in civil contempt for failing to comply with an allocation formula approved by the court when it disbursed court-supervised settlement funds to Enron employees at the end of 2006. The proposed motion for civil contempt must be approved by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas.
Feb 8, 2008 - 7:18:37 AM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
Log 300A: OSHA Reminds Employers to Post Injury/Illness Summaries Beginning Feb. 1, 2008
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration today reminded employers that beginning Feb. 1, 2008, they must post a summary of the total number of job-related injuries and illnesses that occurred during 2007. Employers are required to post OSHA Form 300A (summary). The 2007 summary must be posted from Feb. 1 to April 30, 2008.
Feb 4, 2008 - 7:06:00 AM
Job Search
Government Jobs: MSHA seeking to hire more mine inspectors
Jan 31, 2008 - 10:38:58 AM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
OSHA Poster Scam Alert
We continue to learn of complaints from employers who have received "official looking" announcements and -- in some cases -- threatening notices, messages, or telephone calls from various companies requiring that employers purchase OSHA documents from them in order to remain in compliance with OSHA rules and regulations.
Jan 29, 2008 - 11:35:00 PM
Announcements
Free OSHA Trench and Excavation Safety Seminar in Springfield, Ill.
Compliance officers from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) will present a free trench and excavation safety seminar on Feb. 6, from 2:30 to 4 p.m. CST, at the Operating Engineers Hall, 3520 East Cook St., in Springfield.
Jan 29, 2008 - 12:38:39 PM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
OSHA Upgrades its Small Business Assistance Website With a New Look, Updated
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently unveiled an enhanced Office of Small Business Assistance (OSBA) website. The site includes an improved "Safety Pays" eTool and a new Spanish Language Safety link.
Jan 28, 2008 - 1:15:08 PM
Government Grants | Foundation Grants
$10 million Grants for Energy Related Jobs - Deadline March 25
The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration today announced a new competition to build the capacity of the energy industry by providing potential workers with skills-based job training at the regional level.
Jan 24, 2008 - 3:06:19 PM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
MSHA to provide essential training for mine safety instructors through Workshops
ARLINGTON, Va. - The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) will conduct one-day workshops for all qualified MSHA instructors and independent contractor instructors who provide mandatory new miner and annual refresher training for coal miners. Workshops will take place on Feb. 20, 21 and 22 at the West Virginia Mining Extension Services Academy for Mine Training and Energy Technologies, 2870 Little Indian Creek Road, Core, W.Va.
Jan 18, 2008 - 6:58:13 AM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
U.S. Labor Department's OSHA proposes nearly $200,000 in fines to Massachusetts and New York contractors
BRAINTREE, Mass. -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has proposed a combined total of $199,100 in fines against two contractors for exposing employees to falls, possible drowning and other hazards at a worksite located at Commonwealth Pier in Boston.
Jan 18, 2008 - 6:42:26 AM
FEMA Announcements
Mold: FEMA Urges Residents to Continue Using Caution When Cleaning Up Mold
CARSON CITY, Nev. -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Nevada Department of Health have cautioned Lyon County residents that the recent flood could cause a potential mold problem. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) encourages residents to be informed about safe ways to remove mold.
Jan 16, 2008 - 6:51:23 AM
Job Search
Industries losing the most jobs, 2006-16
The detailed industry with the largest projected wage and salary employment decline from 2006 to 2016 is the gasoline stations industry. This industry is expected to lose about 146,000 jobs.
Jan 10, 2008 - 8:05:39 PM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
OSHA Offers Tips to Protect Employees During Cold Weather
Some areas of the nation have already experienced the harsh, sometimes damaging effects of winter. With the cold weather upon us, OSHA is encouraging employers and employees to take necessary precautions to prevent and treat cold-related health problems. Employees who work outside – such as in construction, commercial fishing, maritime and agriculture – are especially vulnerable.
Jan 9, 2008 - 5:42:59 PM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
OSHA Announces New OTI Education Centers
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) today announced 8 new
OSHA Training Institute (OTI) Education Centers
and two renewals. Current OTI Education Centers offer training courses on OSHA standards and occupational safety and health issues. The additional OTI Education Centers, made up of non-profit organizations, will further increase OSHA’s reach throughout the country to provide safety and health training.
Jan 2, 2008 - 12:56:44 PM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
Self-employment in 2016
The 30 occupations with the largest projected job growth between 2006 and 2016 will account for over half of all new jobs. Those 30 occupations are projected to add 8.1 million jobs.
Jan 1, 2008 - 10:51:32 AM
