With the presidential election just a few days away, there is a lot of uncertainty on the future direction of OSHA. If President Obama wins a second term, employers should expect to see a more active OSHA from the regulatory perspective, as many rules that could impact the employers are poised to be published in
October 2012
Rhode Island Becomes First State to Require Flu Shots of All Health Care Workers
By Bradford T. Hammock on
Posted in OSHA Rulemaking
The Rhode Island Department of Health is now requiring seasonal flu vaccines for all health care workers, including volunteers, who have direct contact with patients. Click here to read the full article.
Hurricane Sandy — Key Governmental Resources
By Bradford T. Hammock on
Posted in OSHA Guidance
As Hurricane Sandy bears down on the East Coast, we wanted to highlight some key sources of information for hurricane preparedness and response:
Employers affected by the storm should review their emergency preparedness plans and these sources of information to ensure their employees are fully protected.
Construction Employers: What to Expect in 2013!
By Bradford T. Hammock on
Posted in OSHA Rulemaking
With the election right around the corner, many employers are starting to speculate about what OSHA initiatives might be coming down the pike in 2013. Click here for an interesting article examining possible initiatives for 2013 for the construction industry.