Health and Safety Rules

Preventive Controls Course Starts on Oct. 19

The new FDA Preventive Controls for Human Food rule is intended to ensure safe manufacturing/processing, packing and holding of food products for human consumption in the United States. The regulation requires that certain activities must be completed or overseen by a “preventive controls qualified individual.”

Stephanie Metzinger Oct 04 2016 in Work Place Regulations

Cal/OSHA Inspections Up; Penalties to Increase

Business operations need to be vigilant in meeting safety rules and regulations as Cal/OSHA has announced they intend to increase inspections, continuing an ongoing trend. Over the last several years, Cal/OSHA inspections and violations have surged. The agency has also indicated they will adopt the newly implemented federal fine levels that will almost double current fines for violations in California.

Stephanie Metzinger Aug 02 2016 in Work Place Regulations

Cal/OSHA Urges Continued Diligence in Protecting Workers from Extreme Heat

With temperatures reaching 120 degrees in parts of California over the weekend and throughout this week, Cal/OSHA is reminding employers to be diligent in protecting their workers during the current and future heat waves.

Jeff Janas Jun 21 2016 in Work Place Regulations

AB 1513 SAFE HARBOR DEADLINE SET FOR JULY 1: Attend June 22 Compliance Seminar

Western Growers will present an AB 1513 “Safe Harbor” seminar conducted by industry lawyers on June 22 at the Taylor Farm headquarters in Salinas, Calif.

Jeff Janas Jun 14 2016 in Work Place Regulations