By Robert G. Chadwick, Jr.,  Partner, Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP. It is to an employer’s strategic benefit to be proactive in protecting its interests during the opening conference of an OSHA inspection. DO Be Selective as to the Employer’s Representative … Continue reading DOS AND DONT’S FOR EMPLOYERS DURING AN OSHA OPENING CONFERENCE!

By Robert G. Chadwick, Jr., Partner, Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP. The opening conference of an OSHA inspection typically takes place in an office or conference room and can address several matters, the most important of which are (1) the … Continue reading WHAT DOES AN EMPLOYER NEED TO KNOW ABOUT AN OSHA OPENING CONFERENCE?

By Robert G. Chadwick, Jr.,  Partner, Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP. A smart approach by the employer to an OSHA inspection can help mitigate the risks of costly citations and penalties. Although specific recommendations will be provided in later posts regarding each of … Continue reading GENERAL DOS AND DON’TS FOR EMPLOYERS DURING AN OSHA INSPECTION!

By Robert G. Chadwick, Jr.,  Partner, Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP. Inspections of employer’s premises are the primary means by which OSHA enforces the OSH Act. OSHA inspections are generally conducted by an OSHA Compliance Safety & Health Officer (“CSHO”). What … Continue reading WHAT DOES AN EMPLOYER GENERALLY NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE OSHA INSPECTION PROCESS?