The Top 10 fines that OSHA levied in 2004 totaled $4,021,300.
Can you afford to ignore the
statistics?
#1 Scaffolding
Standard
1926.451
#2 Hazard Communication
Standard
1910.1200
#3 Fall Protection
Standard
1926.501
#4 Lockout/Tagout
Standard
1910.147
#5 Respiratory Protection
Standard
1910.134
#6 Electrical – Wiring
Standard
1910.305
#7 Machine Guarding
Standard
1910.212
#8 Powered Industrial Trucks
Standard
1910.178
#9 Electrical Systems
Standard
1910.303
#10 Mechanical Power-Transmission
Apparatus
Standard
1910.219
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President’s Corner
by Ryan S. Hellman
Welcome to the premiere issue of our company newsletter.
Some of you may already be familiar with Hellman & Associates (H&A), while for others, this might be the first time you’ve heard our name. Whatever the case, we’ve created this newsletter as a way to share important information regarding current workplace safety and compliance issues that affect your company’s bottom line, and most importantly, safety for your employees.
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What Employers Need to Know About NFPA 70E
www.nfpa.org
by Ryan S. Hellman
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 70E went into effect last year. This standard establishes “best practices” for employees who install, maintain or repair electrical systems. This standard offers important information that can keep your employees safe and reduce your company’s liability.
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GCs’ Inaction May be Costing Them Thousands
by Ryan S. Hellman
Based on information from leading insurance providers to the construction industry, only a small percentage of general contractors in Colorado are taking advantage of a sure way to cut their insurance costs. For general contractors with annual premiums of $100,000 or more, the savings can be significant.
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Final Rule Stage for PPE
www.OSHA.gov
by Ryan S. Hellman
The issue of employer payment for personal protective equipment (PPE) has reached the final rule stage. In 1999, OSHA proposed to require employers to pay for PPE... The agency continues to consider how to address this topic and is expected to issue it's final action is October 2005.
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Your Business Activity might be a Factor for a Targeted Investigation
The following OSHA offices are targeting these areas of
concern:
Denver Office:
Falls
Logging
Silica in Stone Fabricators
Oil and Gas Well Drilling and Servicing
Amputations in Woodworking
Construction Landscaping
MDI in Spray-On Bedliners
Englewood Office:
Residential Scaffolds and Landscaping
Logging
Amputations
MDI in Spray-On Bedliners
Silica and Beryllium in Dental Labs
Silica and Slab Handling
Oil and Gas Well Drilling and Servicing
Highway Work Zone Safety
Regional/National:
Trenching
Amputations
Tree-Trimming
Concrete Products
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