Sinopse
Podcast by Keller and Heckman LLP
Episódios
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Potential Shift In OSHA Enforcement of Bloodborne Pathogens Standard - November 2017
29/11/2017 Duração: 35minIn this program we will discuss: Overview of OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard; Application of Standard to waste and recycling operations; Facts in recent settlement agreement between OSHA and recycler; Terms of settlement agreement; and What employers should do.
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Forthcoming Deadline for Improved Tracking Rule (Electronic Recordkeeping) - October 2017
26/10/2017 Duração: 40minIn this program we will discuss: Overview of recordkeeping and reporting requirements under the OSH Act. Understanding the Improve Tracking Rule promulgated in 2016. Compliance schedule and new reporting website. Discussing special compliance considerations. What employers should do.
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Recent Review Commission Decision Outlining Elements of Proof for OSHA Citation - September 2017
27/09/2017 Duração: 39minDuring this program, we discussed: Elements OSHA must prove to establish violation of safety or health standard, Facts in recent Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission case, OSHA's elements of proof and the employer's defenses, Review Commission decision and its reasoning, and What employers should do.
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Proving "Reasonable Diligence" Under the General Duty Clause - August 2017
23/08/2017 Duração: 28minIn this program, we will discuss: Background on the General Duty Clause Prima facie elements of a General Duty Clause violation Explanation of reasonable diligence requirements Facts in recent Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission case OSHRC decision and implications for employers What employers should do
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Recent Decision on Multi-Employer Worksite Doctrine - July 2017
26/07/2017 Duração: 31minIn this program we will discuss: Background on OSHA’s Multi-Employer Citation Policy Appellate Courts’ interpretations of policy Facts in recent Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission case OSHRC decision and its implications for construction employers What employers should do
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How an Employer Forfeited Right to Appeal an OSHA Citation - June 2017
30/06/2017 Duração: 32minIn this program we will discuss: Background on Process to Contest a Citation Facts in recent US Court of Appeals case What the Review Commission and US Appellate Court said Petitioning federal courts for review of OSH Review Commission decisions What employers should do
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The Future of OSHA Enforcement Under a New Administration - May 2017
24/05/2017 Duração: 30minIn this program we will discuss: Comparative analysis of prior administrations' enforcement patterns Recent enforcement activities Increased penalties Secretary Acosta's stated position on enforcement What employers should do
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Recent Criminal Prosecutions Related to OSH Act - April 2017
27/04/2017 Duração: 37minIn this program we will discuss: OSH Act Criminal Violations Recent Criminal Prosecutions DOL/DOJ Worker Endangerment Initiative Criminal Enforcement Related To Workplace Safety What Employers Should Do
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The Fate of the 180 Day Enforcement Limit - March 2017
22/03/2017 Duração: 37minThe Fate of the 180 Day Enforcement Limit In this program we will cover: The Volks decisions OSHA's Rule to Circumvent Volks Extension of Volks holding to PSM - Delek Refining Challenging OSHA's rule Tolling the limitation period with the Discovery Rule Continuing violations theory What Employers Should Do
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The D.C. Circuit Decision On The PSM Retail Exemption - Feb. 2017
23/02/2017 Duração: 37minIn this program we will cover: A background to OSHA's "re-interpretation" of the PSM Retail Exemption and the industry legal challenge The D.C. Circuit's decision in Agric. Retailers The implications for OSHA rulemaking and enforcement in light of this decision A practical discussion of what employers should do
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Final Rule on Walking-Working Surfaces and Fall Protection for General Industry - Jan. 2017
26/01/2017 Duração: 42minIn this program we will discuss: Who is covered under this rule? What hazards are covered by the rule? What is required by the rule? Delayed compliance deadlines and grandfathering Specific issues of concern, and What employers should do
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OSHA 2017: Predictions for OSHA Law and Policy Under the Trump Administration
15/12/2016 Duração: 36minJoin Marc Freedman, David Sarvadi, and Manesh Rath in a thirty minute analysis of the anticipated impact the new administration is likely to have on OSHA law and policy. Among the subjects that we will discuss: The OSHA Letter of Interpretation on Union Walk Around Rights Regulation by Shaming Publishing data from Recordkeeping reporting Enforcement trends, including Enterprise-wide abatement SVEP Franchises and joint employment DOJ memo on the use of criminal enforcement Incentive Plans and Drug Testing Standards Currently Under Litigation Silica Recordkeeping OSHA's Rulemaking to expand statute of limitations on Recordkeeping New Rulemaking Initiatives
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Court denies preliminary injunction of new OSHA incentive and drug testing rule - December OSHA 3030
07/12/2016 Duração: 36minIn this program we will provide: A background of OSHA's position on drug testing and incentive programs; A summary of plaintiff's claims and motion for a temporary injunction; An overview of the federal court's decision and what it did not rule on; Practical tips on how to craft compliant drug testing policies and incentive programs; and Practical bases for defending existing policies against improper enforcement.
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Recent Court Challenges to OSHA Inspection Warrants - November OSHA 30/30
16/11/2016 Duração: 41minIn this program we will provide: A background of OSHA's right to physically inspect an employer's premises; A case summary of a recent employer challenge to an OSHA warrant to inspect; OSHA's arguments in favor of establishing probable cause; A review of other critical challenges to OSHA's right to physically enter and inspect; and What employers should do
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Claiming CBI and Substantiation Issues - Nov TSCA 30/30
09/11/2016 Duração: 26minTopics will include: - EPA’s recent implementation actions - Issues in the new CBI process - How to substantiate - Impact of reverse engineering, commercial and industrial intelligence - What companies should do
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Proposed Rule To Revise The Lockout/Tagout Standard - October 26 OSHA 30/30
28/10/2016 Duração: 31minProvide an overview of the OSHA Lockout/Tagout standard's unexpected energization exception; Provide a review of the landmark decision and compliance directive statement on unexpected energization; Outline other elements to OSHA's Standards Improvement Project affecting recordkeeping, construction and other elements of OSHA standards; and Discuss what employers should do in light of these proposed changes.
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PMN Review and Review Period Issues - October TSCA 30/30
13/10/2016 Duração: 31minTopics included: Changes to the New Chemical Review Process The New Standard of Review New Data Requirements More Surprises to Come What Manufacturers Should Do
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OSHA Launches Pilot Severe Violators Enforcement Program For Whistleblower Claims July OSHA 3030
21/07/2016 Duração: 36minIn this program we provided: • Background on OSHA's Severe Violators Enforcement Program; • An overview of OSHA's recent announcement of a Pilot Program applying SVEP to whistleblower claims; • An understanding of how this may impact employers; and • What employers should do.
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Recent Developments in OSHA Criminal Enforcement Practices - June OSHA 30/30
28/06/2016 Duração: 34minIn this program we discussed: • OSHA’s Criminal Enforcement Authority • OSHA’s Use of Criminal Enforcement • State and local prosecution • Recent Justice Department Policy Announcement On Criminal Enforcement • Impact On Employers In Compliance and Investigations • Potential for individual liability for managers and executives • What Employers Should Do
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Court Vacates OSHA Citation for Lack of Fair Notice - April OSHA 30/30
03/05/2016 Duração: 34minCourt Vacates OSHA Citation for Lack of Fair Notice - April OSHA 30/30 by Keller and Heckman LLP