OSHA’s Top 10 Cited Standards for 2023
The Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) revealed its Top 10 Most Cited Standards for FY 2023 (Oct. 1, 2022-Sept. 30, 2023). ...
Read moreNew Texas Law Seeks to Crack Down on Fraudulently Issued Foreign CDLs
A new Texas law, which took effect September 1, 2023, impacts truck drivers with commercial drivers’ licenses (CDLs) that were issued in Mexico or Canada and the ...
Read moreOSHA Plans to Change Worker Walkaround Representation Policy
The deadline for comments on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) proposed rule on the “Worker Walkaround Representation Designation ...
Read moreExpanded OSHA Reporting Requirements for Certain Employers in High-Hazard Industries
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reporting requirements for work-related injuries and illnesses will be expanded for certain employers, effective January 1, 2024. Beginning ...
Read moreOSHA Launches New National Emphasis Program to Prevent Falls from Heights
The Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a new National ...
Read moreHow Employers Should Handle an On-Premises Accident Investigation
When an employee, customer or other individual gets injured on your premises, it is important for your company to conduct a full investigation into what happened. But take note: Missteps made in the ...
Read morePerforming a Self-Audit of Your Workplace’s OSHA Compliance
As an employer, you can realize many benefits by conducting a self-audit of your workplace’s compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) ...
Read moreWhat Texas Trucking Companies Need to Know about Driver Drug and Alcohol Testing Rules
Nearly all drivers who are required to have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) are subject to the drug and alcohol testing rules enforced by the Federal Motor ...
Read moreWhen Do You Have to Notify OSHA about an Employee Accident/Illness?
The Department of Labor’s Occupational and Safety Health Administration (OSHA) has specific rules for reporting employee injuries, illnesses and fatalities. All ...
Read moreA Primer on Texas Trucking Laws
In Texas, the trucking industry is governed by a host of federal and state laws, which are in place to ensure the safety of drivers and others on the roadways. Below ...
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