Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 WASHINGTON – OSHA is proposing to issue an interpretation of the term “feasible administrative or engineering controls” as used in the general industry and construction occupational noise exposure standards and to amend its current enforcement policy to reflect the interpretation. For the purpose of enforcing compliance with these standards, the proposal states that “feasible” has its ordinary meaning of capable of being done. OSHA’s noise standards specify that feasible administrative or engineering controls must be used to reduce noise to acceptable levels … Read more

Programs Based in Colorado, North Carolina & Texas Are Recognized for Providing Most Innovative and Collaborative Training and Development Programs Four leading construction companies and a training professional were recently recognized for developing successful training programs, the Associated General Contractors of America announced. The winners of the association's Education Excellence Awards were announced during the group's fourth Annual Training and Development Conference in Scottsdale, Ariz. Association officials noted the winners were selected because they provide the construction industry with the most innovative and collaborative training and development programs. “These programs are essential to keeping this industry current and thriving,” said … Read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis will re-establish the charter of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health. The group advises the secretary on formulating safety and health standards and policies that affect construction workers and the construction industry. The charter will expire in two years. “Since OSHA’s inception, ACCSH has played an important role in furthering the safety and health of workers in the construction industry,” said Assistant Secretary of Labor for OSHA Dr. David Michaels. “The members’ advice and recommendations are extremely valuable to the agency because they have … Read more