Quote of the day
“We recognized early that we were not going to be able to conduct business as usual to address the huge anticipated influx of cases.”
Division of Occupational Safety and Health Chief Doug Parker on DOSH’s approach to handling COVID-related fatalities, illnesses and complaints.
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DOSH Eyeing Serious Violations in Dozens of COVID Cases
Cal/OSHA has relied on compliance assistance for COVID-19 compliance in many cases, but also has conducted hundreds of on-site inspections and is anticipated to issue serious violations in more than 70 cases. Here’s what the agency’s chief had to say about the Division’s approach – which has caused some controversy.
Divergent Cal/OSHA Views on Emergency COVID Rule
DOSH says yes, Standards Board says no on proposed emergency rule to protect non-healthcare workers from COVID. Here’s what happens next on this petition.
Emergency Wildfire Smoke Rules Extended
Governor’s executive order gives Cal/OSHA Standards Board a wide margin to adopt a permanent – sort of – rule to protect workers from exposure to wildfire smoke. We explain.
Cal/OSHA Inspections and Violations Down Again
A diminished inspection force means fewer site visits and citations. Here are the final statistics for 2019.
Chainsaw Drop-Start Ban Affirmed
Here’s why Cal/OSHA felt the need to clarify a regulation on tree work because of a regulation on electric power generation, and when the change takes effect.
Respirator Guideline Controversy
Cal/OSHA’s latest revision to its guidance for healthcare on respirator use leaves an association representing hospitals nonplussed. Here’s the story.
Workplace Fatality Update
Here are some of the latest fatality investigations initiated by Cal/OSHA throughout the state.