The latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows roofing contractors as having one of the highest workplace fatality rates in the country, with a majority of the incidents due to falls.
Florida-based roofing contractors voiced their concerns over the latest workers' compensation rate decreases approved by the state, saying the data used to justify the decision is skewed.
In this brief Legal Insights, learn about an OSHA letter affecting the reporting of work-related injuries regarding motor vehicles and a preview of the 2022 Western Roofing Expo.
The newly established initiative prioritizes heat-related interventions and inspections of work activities on days when the heat index exceeds 80 degrees Fahrenheit.