Compliance
On-Site Consultation Program
OSHA’s On-Site Consultation Program offers no-cost and confidential occupational safety and health services to small- and medium-sized businesses in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and several U.S. territories, with priority given to high-hazard worksites. On-Site Consultation services are separate from enforcement and do not result in penalties or citations. Consultants from state agencies or…
Read MoreIN: No-Cost OSHA Resources Available To Your Business
Dear Valued Customer, We’re always interested in ways to make your environment a better place, and the great news is that OSHA is prepared to help with trained people, safety information and tools. OSHA’s services include an On-Site Consultation Program providing a no-cost and confidential occupational safety and health services to small- and medium-sized U.S.…
Read MoreHow Can a Compliance Assistance Specialist (CAS) Help Me?
How can a CAS help me? Compliance Assistance Specialists in OSHA’s Regional and Area Offices around the country provide outreach to a variety of groups free of charge. These groups include small businesses and other employers, trade and professional associations, union locals, and community and faith-based groups. Compliance Assistance Specialists can provide general information about…
Read MoreWhat Happens During an On-Site Consultation Visit?
Because consultation is a voluntary activity, you must request it. To make a request, locate your state’s Consultation Program’s contact information using our OSHA’s Consultation Directory. The consultant will discuss your specific needs with you and set up a visit date based on the priority assigned to your request, your work schedule, and the time…
Read MoreIN: Certificates Of Insurance: Common Misunderstandings & Misconceptions
Dear Valued Customer, This issue of “———————-” focuses on Certificates of Insurance. A Certificate of Insurance validates the existence of an insurance policy, but it is much, much more. In addition to describing the insurance available to the named insured, a certificate may also convey information that the certificate holder is an additional insured under…
Read MoreWhat Is A Certificate Of Insurance?
A certificate of insurance is a document issued by or on behalf of an insurance company to a third party who has not contracted with the insurer to purchase an insurance policy. The most common type of certificate is that provided for informational purposes to advise a third party of the existence and amount of…
Read MoreCertificates Of Insurance Can Be Dangerous
Insurance certificates can be dangerous documents that migrate between the insured, the insurers and many other third parties. These documents can be dangerous because they can be issued without legitimate need, or with inappropriate language which can leave the issuer with the potential for significant errors and omissions situation. To avoid these risks, first ask…
Read MoreCommon Mistakes
It is very important to read and analyze the language of the contract. For example, consider the situation where someone has written into the verbiage a hold harmless agreement, where the expectation of both insured and third party is that the contract of insurance will provide protection, like so: X Corporation hereby agrees to indemnify…
Read MoreWork Authorization For Non-U.S. Citizens
Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952, (INA) as amended Who is Covered The INA includes provisions addressing employment eligibility, employment verification, and nondiscrimination. These provisions apply to all employers. Basic Provisions/Requirements Under the INA, employers may hire only persons who may legally work in the United States (i.e., citizens and nationals of the U.S.) and aliens…
Read MoreImmigration and Customs Enforcement
The mission of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is to protect America from the cross-border crime and illegal immigration that threaten national security and public safety. This mission is executed through the enforcement of more than 400 federal statutes and focuses on smart immigration enforcement, preventing terrorism and combating the illegal movement of people…
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