The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Standard on general requirements [29 CFR 1910.132] specifies that employers must determine if hazards
In a July 14, 2025 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) National News Release, the U.S. Department of Labor announced updates to their penalty structure
We are often asked by clients whether their facilities staff are covered by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard [29 CFR
According to OSHA, operating machinery in the workplace contributes to approximately 18,000 serious injuries (amputations, lacerations, crushing injuries, and abrasions) and 800 deaths per year.
Per the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations found in 49 CFR Part 107 Subpart G, shippers and transporters of certain types and quantities of
With the official start of summer upon us, now is the time to start planning for the ninth annual Safe + Sound Week which is being
Each June we celebrate National Safety Month! This annual observance is sponsored by the National Safety Council (NSC) to stress the importance of safety at, and
The Massachusetts Department of Industrial Accidents (DIA) Office of Safety offers an annual Workplace Safety Grant Program to fund safety training and education initiatives. According to the
Seasonal intern and co-op programs are an important way to develop and integrate a pipeline of creative new talent into the life science industry. While
Wastewater discharge from your facility’s lab sinks, glass washers, autoclaves, and other equipment is considered industrial process wastewater. Discharging wastewater generally requires a permit with
May is National Electrical Safety Month! This annual campaign is sponsored by the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) to provide education and awareness about the
Monday April 28th is World Day for Safety and Health at Work. The International Labour Organization (ILO) began observing this event in 2003 to promote the
