According to recent data, California’s state regulators are enforcing workplace safety rules with efforts that may exceed their federal counterparts.
OSHA backs down from revision to On-Site Consultation program
A workplace inspection by an Occupational Safety and Health Administration official that results in a citation might subject an employer to financial penalties. Although a large corporation might be able to absorb that expense, the subjective impact to a small business owner might be much greater.
OSHA rule requires annual workplace safety data from agencies
A workers’ compensation attorney might agree that federal workplace safety laws are often prospective in focus. Regulations and safety precautions are industry specific and intended to minimize the occurrence of on-the-job injuries.
OSHA investigates gas plant explosion
Although many California companies might be exploring the feasibility of alternative fuel sources, petroleum remains a dominant fuel source for consumers and businesses. That demand, in turn, requires infrastructure and plants. Yet the concentration of highly flammable gas or petroleum products in one plant might create a safety hazard, as today’s story illustrates.
Third party settlement affects workers' compensation recovery
A recent story illustrates a potential limitation to workers’ compensation benefits. Even if a workplace injury left an employee permanently disabled, there may be a limit to how long he or she can receive payments.
