February 17, 2023

New OSHA directive for risky worksites, OSHA interim final rule for retaliation complaints and more

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

OSHA issues directive on targeting risky worksites

OSHA issued a new directive on targeting workplaces with high rates of injuries and illnesses for comprehensive inspections. Under the revised Site-Specific Targeting inspection program, the agency will be using electronically submitted calendar year 2021 injury and illness rates to select non-construction establishments for inspection. Based on those rates, businesses are grouped into four categories: high-rate establishments, upward trending establishments, low-rate establishments and non-responders.

New interim final rule outlines procedures for retaliation complaints

OSHA has published an interim final rule, which outlines procedures and timeframes for retaliation complaints stemming from the Criminal Antitrust Anti-Retaliation Act. Under the rule, retaliation can include firing, demoting, revoking benefits, harassing or decreasing pay. The public can comment on the rule until April 23, 2023.

Studies, resources, trends, news

Training guide for temporary workers

EHS Daily Advisor published an infographic, which provides important reminders about training temporary employees. Information includes employer and supervisor responsibilities as well as key topics that should be included in temporary employee training programs.

Tips for re-engaging employees

A recent Gallup poll reported that only about 32% of the 67,000 employees surveyed were engaged in work during 2022. An Industrial Safety & Hygiene News article explains how disengaged employees put the company’s safety program at risk and provides seven ways to re-engage those employees.