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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 -

Potential SEC Disclosure Considerations Related to Vaccine Mandates

Bass, Berry & Sims PLC on 11/9/2021

As you have inevitably read about, in September 2021, the Biden administration instructed the Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to write a rule that would generally require employers...more

End of California 2021 Legislative Session Brings New Laws Affecting California Employers

Jackson Lewis P.C. on 10/22/2021

The California legislature has passed and Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a number of bills that address wage and hour practices and other issues affecting California employers. All bills take effect January 1, 2022, unless...more

OCR Speaks To HIPAA, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Privacy, And The Workplace

Jackson Lewis P.C. on 10/1/2021

When use or disclosure of an individual’s health information or medical records is at issue, the assumption seems to be, much more often than not, that the HIPAA privacy and security rules apply. This has certainly been the...more

Employer Considerations in Light of Updated CDC Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People

Bracewell LLP on 5/17/2021

On Thursday, May 13, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) delivered welcome news for vaccinated individuals in the form of revised Interim Public Health Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People. The...more

OSHA Update: Legal Privileges Can Shield Accident Reports and Safety Audits from Disclosure

Sherman & Howard L.L.C. on 8/8/2014

Written accident and incident investigations, as well as comprehensive safety and health compliance audits, are essential components of an effective safety and health program. Unfortunately, OSHA has often pursued accident...more

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