EHS & OSHA

Earlier this year, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed a bill that requires opioid antagonists to be present and ready to administer at all worksites that are required to maintain a first aid kit under federal OSHA standards.

The Heat National Emphasis Program (NEP) prioritizes OSHA inspections in high-hazard industries, targeting heat-related risks. Focused primarily on automotive repair, it outlines required safety measures and emphasizes proactive prevention to mitigate heat-related illnesses among workers.

The OSHA Safety Champions Program is a voluntary initiative designed to support employers in creating effective safety and health programs through three progressive steps. Participants receive recognition as they advance while utilizing tools like ComplyAuto Safety to streamline compliance and documentation.

OSHA enforcement data consistently shows ladder-related injuries among the most frequent and preventable causes of serious workplace harm. March is National Ladder Safety Month.

Many people assume that more PPE automatically means a safer workplace. In reality, personal protective equipment has limits, and understanding those limits is critical.

OSHA’s first aid requirements are often a source of uncertainty for employers, and dealerships are no exception. Questions frequently arise about how many first aid kits are “adequate,” whether cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) must be included in training, or if employers should invest in automated external defibrillators (AEDs).

OSHRC recently upheld a citation after a worker was fatally struck by a backing truck. The lesson is clear: written policies alone do not protect workers.

Every year, OSHA publishes the most frequently cited standards across industries and the latest list for new car dealers is now available.

Under OSHA’s regulations, dealerships are required to supply personal protective equipment (PPE) to their employees. But simply making it available on an ad hoc basis is not enough.