According to our Burroughs rep, a shox version will be available sometime next year.
No - OSHA is not a approval body. OSHA created regulations and enforces them. Organizations such as ANSI (American National Standards Institute) creates standards, and approves items to those standards. As for an ANSI approved safety shoe from Nike - I don't know...
They have timely or even surprise inspections though to make sure that all companies and organization are being compliant and are observing the safety in the workplace. Federal OSHA has no requirement for safety meetings, monthly or otherwise. Some State OSHA programs do require periodic safety meetings.
OSHA offers several classes, which are listed on the FAQ web page. You can take the OSHA-10 online. There are several offerings, so make sure you choose one that is OSHA certified. Check out these sites: www.osha10hourtraining.com/ AND http://www.osha.gov/dte/oti/course_faqs.html
There are several safety standards that are outlined by the United States Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in order to prevent a potential construction site accident. There is also an independent committee called The Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health (ACCSH) that provides additional information on construction safety issues. OSHA also provides training programs for both supervisors and workers in the construction site to make sure that they are all aware of the hazards at work and be able to avoid them. All in all, they have guidelines, safety training, approved PPEs for almost all kinds of workplace.
Oh honey, OSHA inspectors are like the safety police of the workplace. They make sure companies are following all those pesky safety regulations to keep workers from getting injured or killed on the job. Basically, they're the ones who make sure your boss doesn't cut corners and put you in harm's way.
Regardless of what you are building, standard construction safety rules will apply. You may contact OSHA to make sure that you know all of the rules and guidelines for any construction site. If you are compliant with them and you know all the rules and guidelines, you will be able to provide all the safety needed for your workers and avoid expensive OSHA penalties.
All construction companies do require OSHA safety training. Furthermore, all companies in the United States require following OSHA guidelines. If your employer is putting you at risk by not following OSHA safety guidelines you can make an anonymous tip.
No consultant- from private industry nor a government employee, can truthfully make such a guarantee but they can increase the safety of the workers by noticing all of the hazards at work, by suggesting the necessary adjustments to avoid dangers, and by advising the company for more safety equipment.
As of my last update, Nike does not specifically market ANSI-approved work boots. While Nike does produce a range of athletic and lifestyle footwear, their focus is primarily on sports and casual shoes rather than industrial work boots that meet ANSI standards. For ANSI-approved options, it's generally recommended to look at brands that specialize in work footwear. Always check the latest product offerings for any updates.
Congress passed the Occupational and Safety Health Act to ensure worker and workplace safety. Their Goal was to make sure employers provide their workers a place of employment free from recognized hazards to safety and health, such as exposure to toxic chemicals, excessive noise levels, mechanical dangers, heat or cold stress, or unsanitary conditions. In order to establish standards for workplace health and safety, the Act also created the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) as the research institution for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA is a division of the U.S. Department of Labor that oversees the administration of the Act and enforces standards in all 50 states.
This brochure presents an overview of OSHA requirements, and by itself does not alter or determine the responsibilities for compliance stipulated in the Law on Occupational Safety and Health (Occupational Safety and Health Act) and the OSHA standards themselves. Moreover, because interpretations and enforcement policy of the law can change over time, the reader should consult current administrative interpretations and decisions of the Review Commission Occupational Safety and Health (Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission) and the courts for additional guidance on the requirements for compliance with the ordinances of the OSHA.
OSHA does not manage safety and health in the workplace. OSHA issues regulations, performs inspections, etc., to encourage employers to manage safety and health in their workplaces.
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (US)