OSHA 30/30 with Manesh Rath
Episodes
Recent Commission Decision: Heat Stress Hazard and Abatement Under the General Duty Clause
24 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this program, we will discuss: - Background on occupational heat stress and the general duty clause - Review of the case's factual context and the ...
TSCA 30/30 - The Challenge of Protecting CBI Under the New TSCA
18 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
During this podcast, we discuss: - EPA release of Health and Safety Studies submitted during Prioritization and Risk Evaluation - EPA's proposed plan ...
REACH 30/30 - April 2019 REACH Update
18 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
An update on REACH for April, 2019
Recent Commission Decision Addresses Workplace Violence Using General Duty Clause
20 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this program, we discuss: - Background on the General Duty Clause - Discussion of the case's factual context and ALJ decision - Analysis of the Cou...
OSHA's Recent Silica FAQs for General Industry
27 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we discuss: - Background on OSHA's silica standard - Questions and issues facing general industry about the silica - standard - Discus...
TSCA 3030 "Prioritization is Coming – Preparing for March 2019 and Beyond"
15 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Overview of the process to prioritize chemicals for risk evaluation Anticipated 2019 prioritization timeline What affected companies and associations ...
OSHA's Revival of Its Site-Specific Targeting Program
16 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this program, we discuss: - Background on OSHA's Site-Specific Targeting Program - Overview of OSHA's Site-Specific Targeting 2016 (SST-16) - Use o...
REACH 3030 January "Second REACH review by European Commission covering 2013-2018"
09 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The second REACH review by the European Commission covering 2013-2018 – The Good and the Bad.
TSCA 3030 "TSCA 2019 Outlook"
09 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Federal government shutdown impact New chemicals – continued evolution of premanufacture review and risk management practices Inventory “reset”...
Commission Decision Limits Scope of Section 6(a) Standards
19 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we discuss: - Overview of the facts of case and construction standard at issue. - Background on OSHA authority to set standards. - Ana...
REACH 3030 December: REACH December Update
13 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Topics: Data requirements for nanomaterials under REACH Update to U.K. government guidance if there is no Brexit deal Updates to the candidate list o...
TSCA 3030 December – TSCA Risk Evaluation for Pigment Violet 29
12 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
During this webinar we discussed: EPA’s First TSCA Draft Risk Evaluation – Pigment Violet 29 The Risk Evaluation Peer Review Process Participatin...
Recent Court Decision on OSHA’s Inspection Authority
28 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this program, we discuss: - Overview of facts of case involving OSHA inspection. - Background on OSHA inspections and OSHA's authority to obtain a...
TSCA 3030 November “Non-Order” SNURs and New Paths to PMN Approvals
16 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
During this webinar we will discuss: Review of New Section 5(a) and 5(e) Framework New Approaches to Approvals – Non-order SNURs, Polymers, Low-Ris...
Recent Review Commission Decision on "Repeat Violations" and Post-Violation Compliance Efforts
24 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we discussed: Overview of facts in recent Review Commission case. Review of OSHA's "repeat violation" standard. Analysis of the Comm...
REACH 3030: REACH October Update
15 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Keller and Heckman LLP presents a webinar on the European Union’s REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) Regul...
TSCA 3030 October EPA’s Working Approach to Pre-prioritization
15 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
During this webinar we discussed: Review of EPA’s September 27, 2018 Working Approach Document The 73 Workplan Chemicals Being Targeted Opportunity...
OSHA's Recent Guidelines on the Silica Standard for the Construction Industry
27 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this program, we discussed: Overview of requirements in silica standard for construction industry. Questions and issues facing construction indust...
Recent Review Commission Decision Highlighting “Lack of Control” Defense
22 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this webinar, we discussed: Overview of facts in recent Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission case. Review of OSHA and employer's argum...
New TSCA Second Anniversary Round-up August TSCA 3030
08 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
During this webinar we will discuss: Points to consider when preparing TSCA new chemical notifications The policy for assigning unique identifiers t...
Default Judgments
26 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this program, we will discuss: Overview of facts in recent decisions Understanding the "excusable neglect" standard The Commission's decisions and...
The Anatomy of a TSCA Problem Formulation Document Using NMP as an Example TSCA 3030 July 11
11 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Anatomy of a TSCA Problem Formulation Document Using NMP as an Example During this webinar we discussed: EPA’s recent release of problem formul...
Recent Review Commission Decision on the "Employee Exposure" Element
20 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we will discuss: Overview of facts of case Discussion of "employee exposure" element of proof Overview of ALJ decision and the Secre...
TSCA On TRIAL June TSCA 3030
13 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Litigation update on: Ninth Circuit review of the Framework Rules Second Circuit review of EPA’s New Chemicals Program Implementation Plan Discus...
Three Updates on OSHA’s “Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses” Rule
30 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this program, we will discuss: Overview of OSHA's injury and illness electronic reporting rule promulgated in 2016. Discussion of recent OSHA enfo...
Transparency, Good Science, and the Future of TSCA Rulemaking May TSCA 3030
11 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
During this webinar we will discuss: EPA Proposal Rule on Strengthening Transparency in Regulatory Science NGO Calls for Greater Transparency in SNUR...
FIFRA 3030 May Pesticide Product Advertising and Marketing: Part Two
03 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Pesticide Product Advertising and Marketing: Part Two -- What Can You Say? Part Two of this two-part series explores pesticide product advertising on ...
Recent Federal Court Decision Holding General Contractor Responsible for Subcontractor's Actions
25 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this program, we will discuss: Overview of facts in recent OSHA citation. Discussion of single employer test and Darden common law agency test. Un...
EPA's Plan to Develop and Implement New Test Methods April TSCA 3030
12 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
During this webinar we will discuss: EPA’s alternative test method development obligations under the Lautenberg Act EPA’s recent draft Strategic ...
FIFRA 3030 April Pesticide Product Advertising and Marketing: Part One
05 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
What Can You Say on Your Label and Labeling? In the first of a series of related webinars, we will discuss EPA’s authority under FIFRA to regulate t...
Federal Court Review of OSHA's Three-Year Look Back Policy - March 2018
21 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this program, we will discuss: Overview of facts in recent OSHA citation. Review of OSHA's Look Back Policy. Understanding the employer's challe...
Proposed New TSCA User Fees – Impacts and Issues March TSCA 3030
16 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
During this webinar we will discuss: • Current TSCA user fees • LCSA-mandated changes to fees • Proposed fees for section 4, 5, and 6 actions •...
Recent Federal Court Decision on Imputing Supervisor Knowledge to Employer - February 2018
22 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this program, we will discuss: Overview of facts of the case. Understanding the significance of supervisor knowledge. Summary of employer's challe...
NGOs or EPA When it Comes to Issuing Non-5(e) SNURS Feb TSCA 3030
14 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
During this webinar we will discuss: · EPA’s approach to fixing the PMN log jam problem. · The 2nd Circuit Lawsuit. · What are the...
The D.C. Circuit’s Ruling on OSHA’s Silica Rule - January 2018
24 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we will discuss: Overview of OSHA's Silica Rule. Understanding challenges to the Rule. D.C. Circuit decision. What employers should d...
Section 21 Citizen Petitions - A Looming Threat? Jan TSCA 30/30
11 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
During this webinar we will discuss: What are Section 21 Petitions? Fate of Section 21 Petitions Pre-LCSA. What has Changed Under the LCSA. The Food ...
Greater Hazard and Infeasibility Defenses in Recent Review Commission Case - December 2017
20 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we will discuss: Overview of "greater hazard" and infeasibility defenses to OSHA citations. Review facts in recent Occupational Safe...
Potential Shift In OSHA Enforcement of Bloodborne Pathogens Standard - November 2017
29 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we will discuss: Overview of OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard; Application of Standard to waste and recycling operations; Facts in r...
Forthcoming Deadline for Improved Tracking Rule (Electronic Recordkeeping) - October 2017
26 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we will discuss: Overview of recordkeeping and reporting requirements under the OSH Act. Understanding the Improve Tracking Rule promu...
Recent Review Commission Decision Outlining Elements of Proof for OSHA Citation - September 2017
27 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
During this program, we discussed: Elements OSHA must prove to establish violation of safety or health standard, Facts in recent Occupational Safety ...
Proving "Reasonable Diligence" Under the General Duty Clause - August 2017
23 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this program, we will discuss: Background on the General Duty Clause Prima facie elements of a General Duty Clause violation Explanation of reason...
Recent Decision on Multi-Employer Worksite Doctrine - July 2017
26 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we will discuss: Background on OSHA’s Multi-Employer Citation Policy Appellate Courts’ interpretations of policy Facts in recent O...
How an Employer Forfeited Right to Appeal an OSHA Citation - June 2017
30 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we will discuss: Background on Process to Contest a Citation Facts in recent US Court of Appeals case What the Review Commission and ...
The Future of OSHA Enforcement Under a New Administration - May 2017
24 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we will discuss: Comparative analysis of prior administrations' enforcement patterns Recent enforcement activities Increased penalties...
Recent Criminal Prosecutions Related to OSH Act - April 2017
27 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we will discuss: OSH Act Criminal Violations Recent Criminal Prosecutions DOL/DOJ Worker Endangerment Initiative Criminal Enforcement ...
The Fate of the 180 Day Enforcement Limit - March 2017
22 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Fate of the 180 Day Enforcement Limit In this program we will cover: The Volks decisions OSHA's Rule to Circumvent Volks Extension of Volks hol...
The D.C. Circuit Decision On The PSM Retail Exemption - Feb. 2017
23 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we will cover: A background to OSHA's "re-interpretation" of the PSM Retail Exemption and the industry legal challenge The D.C. Circui...
Final Rule on Walking-Working Surfaces and Fall Protection for General Industry - Jan. 2017
26 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we will discuss: Who is covered under this rule? What hazards are covered by the rule? What is required by the rule? Delayed complianc...
OSHA 2017: Predictions for OSHA Law and Policy Under the Trump Administration
15 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Join Marc Freedman, David Sarvadi, and Manesh Rath in a thirty minute analysis of the anticipated impact the new administration is likely to have on O...
Court denies preliminary injunction of new OSHA incentive and drug testing rule - December OSHA 3030
07 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we will provide: A background of OSHA's position on drug testing and incentive programs; A summary of plaintiff's claims and motion f...
Recent Court Challenges to OSHA Inspection Warrants - November OSHA 30/30
16 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we will provide: A background of OSHA's right to physically inspect an employer's premises; A case summary of a recent employer chall...
Claiming CBI and Substantiation Issues - Nov TSCA 30/30
09 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Topics will include: - EPA’s recent implementation actions - Issues in the new CBI process - How to substantiate - I...
Proposed Rule To Revise The Lockout/Tagout Standard - October 26 OSHA 30/30
28 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Provide an overview of the OSHA Lockout/Tagout standard's unexpected energization exception; Provide a review of the landmark decision and complianc...
PMN Review and Review Period Issues - October TSCA 30/30
13 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Topics included: Changes to the New Chemical Review Process The New Standard of Review New Data Requirements More Surprises to Come What Manufacture...
OSHA Launches Pilot Severe Violators Enforcement Program For Whistleblower Claims July OSHA 3030
21 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we provided: • Background on OSHA's Severe Violators Enforcement Program; • An overview of OSHA's recent announcement of a Pilot P...
Recent Developments in OSHA Criminal Enforcement Practices - June OSHA 30/30
28 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this program we discussed: • OSHA’s Criminal Enforcement Authority • OSHA’s Use of Criminal Enforcement • State and local prosecution •...
Court Vacates OSHA Citation for Lack of Fair Notice - April OSHA 30/30
03 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Court Vacates OSHA Citation for Lack of Fair Notice - April OSHA 30/30 by Keller and Heckman LLP
Silica Rule - March OSHA 30/30
03 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Silica Rule - March OSHA 30/30 by Keller and Heckman LLP
OSHA’s Demands For Enterprise-Wide Abatement Based On Single Site Inspections - February OSHA 30/30
18 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Keller and Heckman Partner Manesh Rath hosts the OSHA 30/30, a webinar series which covers OSHA issues for 30 minutes every 30 days. In this program w...
OSHA's New Construction Confined Space Standard - January 2016 OSHA 30/30
08 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
New ConstructionConfined Space Standard