Posts Tagged ‘OSHA’
Homeowners Insurance Guide: What You Need to Know in 2025
Read time: 5 minutesBy SIA Group / Last Updated: August 2025 In this homeowners insurance guide, we will explore all you need to know to protect your investment. When you buy a home, one of the first questions you’ll face is: “What type of homeowners insurance do I actually need?” It’s one of the most…
Read MoreThe Hidden Risk in Subcontractor Agreements—and How to Insure Against It
In industries like construction, HVAC, electrical, and roofing, subcontracting is essential. But buried in many subcontractor agreements lies a dangerous risk: liability exposure that could fall back on you. If your subcontractors are underinsured—or uninsured—you could end up paying for their mistakes. In 2025, with rising legal costs and claim severity, that’s a risk you can’t afford…
Read MoreUnderstanding OSHA’s Proposed Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Standard
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has recently taken a significant step towards enhancing workplace safety by publishing a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register regarding heat injury and illness prevention. If finalized, this new standard would represent the first federal regulation specifically aimed at safeguarding workers from extreme heat, affecting all…
Read MoreOSHA’s New Walkaround Rule
Learn about OSHA’s new Walkaround Rule effective May 31, 2024, allowing employees to designate non-employee representatives for on-site inspections. Discover employer rights, third-party participation guidelines, and strategies to protect trade secrets during inspections.
Read MoreOSHA Proposes New Emergency Response Standard
On February 5, 2024, OSHA issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) introducing a Safety and Health Standard named Emergency Response. This standard aims to replace the current Fire Brigades standard, providing broader protection for emergency responders from various occupational hazards.
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