Late last year, OSHA released a final rule clarifying employers’ duties to both provide workers with personal protective equipment (PPE) and train them on applicable hazards. All required PPE, with few exceptions, must be provided at no cost to the employee. And each employee not protected may be considered a separate violation, with penalties assessed accordingly.
While the rule went into effect earlier this year, many employers still have questions. Order this in-depth audio conference recording that will address all of your concerns.
Our expert--an attorney who specializes in occupational safety and health – will explain:
- Your current obligations relating to PPE
- Which PPE is exempt and which is covered
- How the updated consensus standards affect the selection of PPE
- What you need to know about PPE and contractors/subcontractors
- Your rights concerning replacement of lost or abused PPE
- How to ensure you’re in compliance to avoid multiple, separate citations
This audio conference was recorded on Thursday, August 27, 2009
About Your Speaker:
Adele Abrams, Esq., CMSP, REA, is an attorney recognized as a national expert on occupational safety and health. She represents employers and contractors nationwide in OSHA and MSHA litigation and workers’ comp cases, and provides safety and health training and consultation services. She is a Certified Mine Safety Professional, a Department of Labor-approved trainer, and a trained mediator. She also is a professional member of the American Society of Safety Engineers, the International Society of Mine Safety Professionals, and the Energy and Mineral Law Foundation. Abrams is chair of the National Safety Council’s Business & Industry division committee on regulatory and legal affairs.
Approved for Recertification Credit
This audio conference qualifies for Continuance of Certification (COC) credit. CSPs will earn 0.05 COC points for attending this audio conference.
