California AB 2774 (of the 2009/2010 session) finally closes down the issue on types of violations by defining them in California Labor Code 6432 to define serious violations and how Cal/OSHA can issue a serious violation. As you will note, I am writing this post far after that new law has taken effect. I shy’d [...]
I always think it is important to read the comments regarding the development of the bill. Here’s the Assembly’s comments on AB2774. COMMENTS : This bill attempts to address an issue of significant concern that has been raised by, among others, worker advocates, the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), and the federal Occupational [...]
AB3713 implemented California Health & Safety Code Section 25915 which requires building owners to disclose to employee’s the existence of ACM in their buildings to the occupants of that building. It also allows for the development of a Asbestos Management Plan. CALIFORNIA CODES HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 25915-25919.7 25915. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision [...]
Meeting is being held on Section 7311.1 and 7311.2 for conveyances. Wed. Nov 10, 2010 at Elihu Harris State Building, 1515 Clay Street, Suite 1304, Oakland, CA 94612 at 1pm.
Sure you can use them, but only for a short duration – typically, less than 30 days. If you do, they must meet all of the following code sections. Title 8, section 2500.8 Title 24 Eelctrical code 400.8 CA Fire code 605.5.1
Next time you are selecting a safety video for training, remember how we got our reputation as being kind of boring….
Federal OSHA launched its whistleblower page to provide assistance to employees who need to report certain violations while giving themselves protection against employers who don’t take safety seriously http://www.whistleblowers.gov/
A qualified person is a person designated by the employer; and by reason of training, experience, or instruction has demonstrated the ability to perform safely all assigned duties; &, when required is properly licensed in accordance with federal, state, or local laws and regulations. Examples: · Mobile Crane & Tower Crane Operators 5006.1(a) · Scaffold [...]
Here is the definition of competent person from Title 8 Cal-OSHA. “Competent Person.” One who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them. [Marker]Qualified Person[Marker] [ http://www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/dosh_publications/trainingreq.htm#top ](Back to [...]