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OSHA’s FABMETSH Program is Targeting Metal Fabricators in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, New Mexico and Louisiana

Get Our FREE Fabmetsh Preparation Checklist By Clicking Below REQUEST NOW Below is a transcript of the video: Hello and welcome. Alright, so I put together this video to let you know that OSHA just renewed their enforcement program that's targeting metal fabricators in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Arkansas until 2027. And to let you know that they're already hitting companies in issuing fines that are literally running into the tens and sometimes even hundreds [...]

By Russell Carr|2024-10-06T18:27:13-05:00October 6th, 2024|Good To Know|Comments Off

OSHA Issues 2024 Heat Stress Standard

Summary of OSHA's Proposed Heat Stress Standard 2024 OSHA has released its long awaited, proposed Heat Stress standard. Keep in mind that this isn’t a law (yet), but if passed, it will create significant and complicated new requirements for employers who’s operations expose employees to excessive heat. Why Has OSHA Released the Proposed Heat Stress Standard? Let’s begin by reviewing why heat stress is so dangerous and therefore, why OSHA is trying to pass this proposed law. Heat exposure is [...]

By Russell Carr|2024-07-22T11:26:36-05:00July 22nd, 2024|Good To Know, Government Regulation, OSHA Health & Safety, OSHA Texas Laws & Regulations, Safety Training, Texas OSHA Compliance|Comments Off

Why Your Company Needs a Safety Policy Statement

How to Create a Company Safety Policy Your very first step towards safety. If you’re trying to start a safety program from scratch - you’re probably feeling very overwhelmed. This is completely normal, and many of my clients express the same feelings to me. They just don’t know where to start. Even with a guide at their side, there’s just too much information to process all at once. So I’m going to give you the perfect starting point. You’re going [...]

By Russell Carr|2024-06-05T18:37:54-05:00June 5th, 2024|OSHA Health & Safety, OSHA Texas Laws & Regulations, Safety Training, Texas OSHA Compliance|Comments Off

EHS Compliance Case Study Success Story

LEARN HOW WE HELPED THIS SMALL MANUFACTURER ACHIEVE FULL ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH AND SAFETY COMPLIANCE IN LESS THAN 1 YEAR (AT A FRACTION OF THE COST OF HIRING A FULL TIME EHS MANAGER) Below is a transcript of our case study video. Click Here to gain instant access to the video. Introduction: Hello everyone. Russell Carr here, founder of Bird Compliance Solutions, and in this case study video I'm going to explain to you how we helped a small Texas manufacturer [...]

By Russell Carr|2024-04-25T11:12:51-05:00April 25th, 2024|Hazardous Waste Management, OSHA Health & Safety, OSHA Texas Laws & Regulations, Safety Training, Testimonials, Texas OSHA Compliance|Comments Off

How to Build a Hazard Communication Program for Manufacturing

How to Develop a Foolproof Manufacturing HazCom Program If you’ve ever heard someone yell “Fore!” on the golf course, you’ve had a front row seat for hazard communication. But when communicating about potential dangers, the stakes are far higher in your manufacturing plant; there, workers are likely to encounter potentially deadly chemicals or debilitating levels of heat or noise. That’s why an airtight Hazard Communication Program is absolutely crucial to health and safety in manufacturing. Read on for guidance on [...]

By Russell Carr|2024-04-04T12:41:34-05:00April 4th, 2024|OSHA Health & Safety, OSHA Texas Laws & Regulations, Safety Training, Texas Hazardous Materials Regulations|Comments Off

How To Pass a Manufacturing OSHA Inspection

6 Vital Steps to Pass Your Manufacturing OSHA Inspection “Be Prepared” isn’t just a long-time Boy Scout motto — it’s a core attitude that every small manufacturing firm should keep in mind when facing their dreaded OSHA inspection. After all, OSHA violations, citations, and fines are no stroll in the woods. Penalties begin at $16,131 per violation and can top out at ten times that number for willful or repeated violations. But with thoughtful preparation and an understanding of [...]

By Russell Carr|2024-03-12T15:54:08-05:00March 12th, 2024|Good To Know|Comments Off