Articles Tagged with ''Department of Labor''

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Building in Washington, D.C.
Labor and the Law

U.S. Chamber Asks Court to Enjoin OSHA ‘Walkaround Rule’

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and other national trade groups seek injunctive relief against rule allowing third parties to ‘assist’ inspectors
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
May 21, 2024
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and other business groups filed a lawsuit against OSHA challenging the new 'Walkaround Rule' that expands third-party access during inspections, arguing it violates statutory authority and promotes unionization.


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The Department of Labor will celebrate Workers Memorial Day on April 28, 2024.
Workplace Safety

Labor Dept. to Honor Workers Killed On the Job

OSHA, MSHA administrators, AFL-CIO president will all participate during ‘Workers Memorial Day’ national ceremony on April 28
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
April 22, 2024
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Since 1970, U.S. work-related fatalities have halved, yet 5,486 workers lost their lives in 2022. On April 28, join nationwide events to honor fallen workers and advocate for safer workplaces as the Department of Labor celebrates Workers Memorial Day.


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Chilos Construction principal Bacilio Rios has been cited for $281,000 in proposed fines from OSHA.
Safety Violations

Labor Dept. Proposes $281K in Fines Against Wisconsin Roofing Contractor

Occupational Safety and Health Administration says Appleton, Wis.-based Chilos Construction owner has repeatedly flouted safety regulations
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
January 16, 2024
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OSHA cited Appleton, Wis.-based Chilos Construction principal Bacilio Rios for repeat safety violations while performing residential roof work and proposed fines in excess of $281K; this is the second time Rios has been penalized by the Labor Dept. 


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The U.S. Labor Dept. proposed fines against a roofing contractor and a residential home builder working on two homes in Boca Raton, Fla.
Worker Safety

Roofing Contractor, Home Builder in Boca Raton, Fla. Fined $168K by Labor Dept.

OSHA proposes penalties for lack of fall protection and training for employees against both a roofing contractor and a residential home builder
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
January 9, 2024
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All Phase Roofing and Lennar Homes are facing fines proposed by the U.S. Department of Labor for safety violations during roofing work. OSHA has cited repeat and serious violations and proposes $159,117 and $8,929 in penalties, respectively.


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