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OSHA’s Position on Impairment at Work: What Employers Must Know About Depressants
Workplace safety depends on clear thinking, alertness, and the ability to react quickly. When employees are impaired, even for a short time, the risk of accidents rises sharply. This is why the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) pay
Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policies: Legal Requirements for U.S. Employers
Creating and maintaining a workplace drug and alcohol policy is not only about promoting safety but also about following the law. U.S. employers must meet federal, state, and sometimes industry-specific rules when building such policies. A clear poli
FMCSA Roadside Inspections: Understanding the Six Levels and What They Cover
If you drive a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) in the United States, you may face roadside inspections at any time. These inspections are conducted under the authority of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to check compliance with
Record Retention Laws for Dietary Supplement Companies: How Long Should You Keep Your GMP Records?
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What the Law Says About Defensive Driving for Employees Using Company Vehicles
If you drive a company vehicle for work, how you drive matters, not just to your safety, but also legally. Your actions on the road can affect your employer and your own record. This guide breaks down what the law says about defensive driving for emp
OSHA Incident Reporting Requirements: What Must Be Reported and When?
Workplace safety is a legal and moral responsibility. In the United States, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets clear rules on what employers must report when something goes wrong. If a worker is seriously hurt or dies,
Legal Storage Requirements for Corrosive Chemicals in Laboratories and Workplaces
Corrosive chemicals, like strong acids and bases, are commonly used in labs, manufacturing, and maintenance facilities. But if they are not stored properly, they can cause serious injuries, property damage, and even fires or explosions.To prevent acc
Permit-Required Confined Spaces on Construction Sites: What the Law Says
Confined spaces are common on construction sites, manholes, tanks, silos, crawl spaces, and vaults, to name a few. But not every confined space is the same. Some of these spaces are more dangerous than others and require a legal process before anyone
How FDA Inspects Computerized Systems Under cGMP: A Legal Overview
Computerized systems play a key role in today’s pharmaceutical and biotech industries. From data recording to equipment control, they help maintain quality and consistency. But with more use of digital systems comes closer inspection by the U.S. Food