Monday, April 29th, 2024 1:00 pm

OSHA has modified its regulations for workplace inspections to permit OSHA compliance officers to allow third-parties, such as union representatives, worker advocacy organizations and attorneys, to join them on walkaround workplace inspections.  This means that a compliance officer inspecting a non-union workplace may now be accompanied by a union official who does not work for the employer being inspected.  Accordingly,  it is more important than ever for employers to understand how to exercise their rights during OSHA inspections.

In addition, to encourage reports of workplace safety issues, OSHA now has the authority to grant visa certifications during inspections in support of applications for U Nonimmigrant Status and T Nonimmigrant Status visas.  OSHA is also now teaming with the NLRB to address instances of retaliation under both the OSH Act and the National Labor Relations Act.  In light of these developments, employers should exercise the rights they have to participate in and manage the inspection process.

This program will address topics including the following:

• OSHA’s new walkaround regulation
• Employer rights during OSHA inspections
• How to manage OSHA inspections and requests for information
• OSHA’s retaliation prohibition and the potential impact upon safety awards and prizes
• The key elements for developing and implementing an effective health and safety program to protect employees and avoid citations and whistleblower claims

Pending Credits: 1.0 CA CLE; 1.2 NJ CLE; 1.0 NY CLE; 1.0 PA CLE; 1.0 HRCI; 1.0 SHRM (Other states may be available for CLE credits upon request)

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