New OSHA and MSHA rules to be issued
Several new rules that will be issued during the remainder of 2015 by the Mine Safety and Health Administration and the Occupational Health and Safety Organization may impact workers in Oklahoma. MSHA announced that it will issue two final rules sometime this year, and OSHA has eight new rules that it says will be completed […]
New OSHA rule impacts construction businesses and workers
Oklahoma employers who own construction businesses face new federal requirements designed to safeguard their workers. The new rule, which takes effect on Aug. 3, 2015, requires construction companies to have a plan in place when their employees will be working in confined spaces. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration says construction employers will need to […]
OSHA requirements for employers in Oklahoma
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration requires employers in Oklahoma and around the country to provide safe working conditions for their employees as well as keeping track of injuries and reporting them. To the extent that is possible, employers must ensure that the workplaces are free of hazards, and when hazards are unavoidable, organizations must […]
Manganese exposure and welding in Oklahoma
Welding fumes contain a small concentration of manganese. Although this substance is a natural dietary nutrient that the body excretes through the liver and kidneys, the inhaled form can cause damage to a person’s lungs, kidneys, liver and central nervous system. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, exposure to manganese in small […]
New tech for old backs
Oklahoma employees may be interested in learning more about how wearable technology may be able to help improve workplace safety. A new device has been developed that could help warehouse workers avoid throwing out their backs while performing functions necessary for their job. The Bureau of Labor Statistics claims that over 100,000 workplace injuries were […]
Dangers of hydrogen sulfide exposure at work
Oklahoma workers whose jobs involve working around hydrogen sulfide should be aware of the risks posed by exposure to the substance. The gas is especially toxic, and exposure to it can result in serious injury and in some cases death. Hydrogen sulfide, or H2S, is a common byproduct especially prevalent in the oil and gas […]
Workers’ compensation in Oklahoma
If you have been injured at your job in Oklahoma, you may know that your employer is required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. The insurance is in place in order to provide benefits for people who are injured while working. You may be able to receive benefits through this coverage for your medical expenses, rehabilitation […]
Dangers of heavy machinery in the workplace
Workers in Oklahoma who use heavy machinery should be conscious of safety regulations. Although machinery makes work more efficient, it also introduces dangers into the workplace as well as the need for extra precautions. Injuries from machines can range from burns to crushed hands or amputations. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, a […]
Ergonomic processes could help to keep Oklahoma workers healthy
The Bureau for Labor Statistics published study results in 2011 showing that musculoskeletal disorders were the subjects of 33 percent of cases involving employee injuries or illnesses. These types of disorders include such injuries to muscles, nerves and tendons as carpal tunnel syndrome and tendinitis, and they are can occur across a diverse spectrum of […]
OSHA cites repeat Oklahoma offender for workplace safety hazards
Safety violations issued by the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration often come with sizable fines. Yet OSHA’s laws for workplace safety are intended to be proactive. If a workplace hazard is discovered, the penalty scheme encourages an employer to take action. For that reason, when an employer fails to remedy the situation and incurs […]