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The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is a United States federal agency established in 1970 by the Occupational Health and Safety Act. OSHA is part of the Department of Labor and is charged... more +
The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is a United States federal agency established in 1970 by the Occupational Health and Safety Act. OSHA is part of the Department of Labor and is charged with assuring healthy, safe, working environments. OSHA sets and enforces safety standards and policies. Examples of OSHA's duties include setting limits on workers' exposure to hazardous substances, ensuring workers have access to safety information and protective equipment, and providing employers and workers proper training to prevent dangerous conditions. less -
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OSHA Offices in Colorado Implement New Local Emphasis Program for the Cannabis Industry

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On July 18, 2024, the Englewood and Denver area offices of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a Local Emphasis Program (LEP) targeted at identifying and reducing workplace hazards associated...more

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Employers Subject to Workplace Safety Laws Despite Marijuana’s Illegal Status

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Recently an individual employed by Trulieve Inc., who was responsible for grinding and handling cannabis at Trulieve’s cultivation site in Massachusetts, died due to asthma-related complications following exposure to...more

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COVID-19 Update: California Issues Industry Guidance for Facilities that Process or Pack Meat, Dairy, and Produce

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The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) recently issued a COVID-19 industry guidance intended for facilities that process or pack meat, dairy, or produce to support a safe and clean environment for workers. In...more

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“Feeding the World vs. Employee Health and Safety: A Balancing Act,” The National Provisioner

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In a filmed interview published by The National Provisioner on May 14, 2020, Christine Tenley shared her thoughts on how meat processing plants can strike the balance between fulfilling their crucial role in the food supply...more

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Seyfarth Policy Matters Newsletter - April 2020 #4

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Administration Issues Meat-Packing Executive Order Falling Short of Original Plan. On April 28, President Trump issued an Executive Order entitled “Executive Order on Delegating Authority under the DPA with Respect to Food...more

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COVID-19 Update: FDA Issues Guidance for Food and Agriculture Sector Businesses on the Use of Masks and What to Do if a Worker is...

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This post summarizes two recent documents the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued for the Food and Agriculture Sector in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. The first, “Use of Respirators, Facemasks, and Cloth Face...more

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Cal/OSHA Issues Guidance for Agricultural Employers on COVID-19 Infection Prevention

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The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health, better known as Cal/OSHA, recently issued safety and health guidance for agricultural employers to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace....more

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OSHA Updates National Emphasis Program on Amputations in Manufacturing Industries

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Seyfarth Synopsis: OSHA recently updated its National Emphasis Program on Amputations in Manufacturing Industries (NEP), adding a targeting methodology for industries with high employer-reported amputation statistics....more

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OSHA.gov Highlights Grain Handling Facility Safety on Main Website

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Seyfarth Synopsis:  Federal OSHA has put grain handling safety right up-front on its main homepage.  OSHA wants you to “learn how to stay safe during grain handling operations.”...more

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AgriBiz Alert: OSHA Targets Agribusiness Industry with New Citations

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In recent months, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) cited several agribusiness employers for alleged violations of its standards, proposing significant penalties against them....more

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