OSHA Guides

This OSHA-informed safe lifting guide offers practical tips for healthcare and veterinary professionals to prevent injury when handling patients, animals, and equipment. Learn best practices, team lifting techniques, and recommended equipment to keep your workplace safe and compliant.

This guide walks you through how to properly select and document an OSHA-compliant occupational health provider for your business locations. It covers key compliance requirements, provider capabilities, urgent service needs, confidentiality standards, cost responsibilities, and staff training — all with direct OSHA regulatory references for easy application.

This case study explores how a dental office handled a minor workplace injury involving an employee's refusal for medical follow-up. It highlights the steps taken to document the incident, provide counseling, and ensure compliance with OSHA safety protocols.

This post explains OSHA's regulations regarding scrubs and PPE in healthcare settings. It clarifies that scrubs are not considered personal protective equipment (PPE) and are not subject to the same laundering requirements as PPE. The article also discusses employer responsibilities for laundering scrubs and addresses common concerns about scrubs being worn outside of healthcare facilities.

This guide explains whether dietary supplements require Safety Data Sheets (SDS), highlighting the FDA and OSHA regulations that govern these products. It covers when SDS sheets are not necessary for supplements, as well as situations where they may be required if the supplement poses a health hazard. The post also provides guidance on how to confirm whether an SDS is needed and offers helpful resources for further information.

Does your business operate in California? Familiarize yourself with Cal OSHA, explore key regulations, and find valuable resources to ensure workplace safety. 

Do you need special Department of Transportation (DOT) training for employees signing the regulated medical waste (RMW) manifest? Find out in this article.

Are handwashing sinks required at injection preparation sites? Find out in this article.

This table provides a comprehensive overview of safety committee requirements for each state in the U.S. It outlines whether a safety committee is mandated, the relevant citations for legal reference, and important details about committee membership and meeting frequency. 

As a medical facility, adhering to Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) regulations is a legal obligation and a moral one for your business. Lack of compliance with OSHA standards can result in unsafe working conditions, leading to accidents, legal issues, and a tarnished business reputation. This is why it’s crucial for every medical facility to understand and assess their OSHA requirements.