April 1, 2022

OSHA proposes updates to recordkeeping, infographic on sign and tag requirements and more

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

OSHA proposes amendments to recordkeeping

OSHA is proposing updates to its recordkeeping regulation that would affect electronic reporting. If enacted, establishments with 100 or more employees in certain industries would be required to submit OSHA Forms 300, 301 and 300A. The rule would also update the industry classification system used to determine who is covered and require establishments to include their company name when reporting.

Studies, resources, trends, news

Reminders for sign and tag requirements

EHS Daily Advisor shared an infographic covering key components of sign and tag requirements for workplaces as listed in OSHA standards. The resource defines signs and tags and explains when they should be used and how they should appear.

Rising temperatures increase interest in heat illness prevention

Due to rising media coverage of heat-related incidents and OSHA’s work toward a heat illness prevention regulation, interest in climate technology is increasing. An Occupational Health & Safety article discusses the benefits of wearable technology as it relates to preventing heat illness and injury.

National Work Zone Awareness Week begins April 11

This year’s National Work Zone Awareness Week will take place April 11-15. The annual campaign aims to promote safe driving and extra caution through highway work zones. The campaign’s website offers downloadable posters and other resources to promote awareness.

National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-by Incidents starts April 11

In coordination with National Work Zone Awareness Week, the NORA Construction Sector Council is hosting its third annual stand down event for struck-by incidents. The organization will host several webinars during the week of April 11-15 to provide education on best practices to prevent struck-by incidents.