Workplace Compliance Advisor
Former compliance consultant who has worked with mid-sized employers on OSHA, DOT, and HR risk management initiatives. Dana understands regulations, but writes in a way that helps busy HR teams actually apply them.
“Compliance is easier when you translate rules into repeatable processes.”
OSHA cited two construction companies for fatal trench collapses in April 2026, proposing nearly $4.8 million in combined penalties. Here's what employers in construction and excavation need to do now to avoid deadly violations.
OSHA revised its National Emphasis Program for indoor and outdoor heat-related hazards on April 10, 2026, targeting 55 high-risk industries with updated inspection priorities and clearer citation guidance. Here's what changed and how employers should prepare.
OSHA cited two Georgia stone countertop manufacturers for repeat silica exposure violations in March 2026, part of an escalating federal and state enforcement crackdown on respirable crystalline silica hazards in the fabrication industry.
OSHA announced two major new programs in March 2026 — the OSHA Cares initiative and the Safety Champions Program — shifting the agency toward a more collaborative, compliance-assistance approach. Here's what employers should know.
The EEOC voted 2-1 to rescind its comprehensive 2024 harassment guidance. Here's what changed, what didn't, and the steps employers should take to stay compliant.
A practical breakdown of OSHA regulatory changes in early 2026, including HazCom compliance date extensions, ITA filing deadlines, updated penalties, and enforcement priorities employers should prepare for.
If your organization missed OSHA's ITA deadline, the right response is to confirm coverage, gather the correct records, and file as soon as possible. Here's a step-by-step guide.