The employer, Erosion Barrier Installations Corp. of Davie, was cited for two willful and 10 serious violations.
The lead repair technician made contact with an electrical line and was electrocuted.
Episode 169
OH&S Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with Bill Belongea, Safety Services Program Manager at The Master Lock Company to talk about effective ways to enhance your lockout program.
OSHA proposed penalties of more than $1.6 million, bringing the company’s total proposed penalties since 2017 to over $9.6 million.
It was reported that 41 people died from the explosion on Friday.
A safer workplace can lead to healthier workers, lower injury costs, less stress and higher employee retention.
Workers who are complacent may be at risk for fatigue, injuries and other safety hazards.
Episode 168
OSHA has been making moves. Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the latest announcements, news and movements from OSHA in the last few months.
Workers can be exposed to multiple hazards in this industry. Learn how to mitigate the risks and keep them safe.
The company now faces 12 violations and proposed penalties of over $1 million.
Under the law, employers cannot discriminate against workers based on their marijuana use when not at work.
There are some precautions transportation workers can take to keep themselves safe.
Almost 50 percent of the respondents from the construction, manufacturing and warehouse and transportation industries reported stress.
The company faces over $570,000 in proposed penalties for the violations found at its New Jersey facility.
Workers in these industries may be exposed to fire hazards more often than others. Learn how to keep these workers safe.