Quote of the day
"It may delay an inspection, but it will not prevent it. In short, expect a wall-to-wall inspection upon return."
Lisa Prince, who defends employers in Cal/OSHA cases, on the wisdom of requiring investigators to get a warrant before inspecting your workplace.
Cal/OSHA Trying to Take the Sting out of Lowered Lead PEL
Cal/OSHA undertaking a major overhaul of its lead standard. Here’s what it’s proposing in response to stakeholder complaints that the proposal is too draconian.
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Three California Workers Killed in Early November Incidents
Three different incidents across the state, from three common sources of workplace fatalities. Here’s what Cal/OSHA is currently investigating.
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Cal/OSHA, Employers Reach Settlements
DOSH routinely issues citations with big penalties. Just as routinely, cases are settled out. So how much did employers end up paying in major cases from recent years? Click here to find out.
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Demanding a Warrant: Good Idea?
Is it ever a good idea to demand a warrant before allowing a Cal/OSHA inspector on your premises? Here’s what two employer defense lawyers recommend.
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