History of OSHA – Part 6 – The 1980s and Changes in OSHA Technology

History of OSHA - Part 6 - The 1980s and Changes in OSHA Technology

Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8 In the 1980s, OSHA’s efficiency skyrocketed, largely due to innovations in information technology. These advancements paved the way for better management of area office activities and improved overall performance. The launch of the Integrated Management Information System (IMIS) was … Read more

History of OSHA – Part 5 – The 1980s Brings an Expanded Focus

History of OSHA - Part 5 - The 1980s Brings an Expanded Focus

Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8 The 1980s marked a period of growth and transformation for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), with four different Assistant Secretaries leading the charge: Thorne G. Auchter, Robert A. Rowland, John A. Pendergrass, and Gerard (Jerry) Scannell. Each … Read more

History of OSHA – Part 4 – OSHA Evolves During the 1970s

History of OSHA - Part 4 - OSHA Evolves During the 1970s

Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8 The late 1970s marked a significant period of transformation for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in terms of enforcement activities. As the agency evolved, it adopted stronger enforcement measures, imposed greater penalties for serious violations, and eliminated non-serious … Read more

History of OSHA – Part 3 – A New Agency Takes Shape

History of OSHA - Part 3 - A New Agency Takes Shape

Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8 In the early years of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the agency underwent significant changes in leadership and direction. By April 10, 1973, John H. Stender, a former Boilermakers Union official and Washington state legislator, was confirmed … Read more

History of OSHA – Part 1 – Occupational Safety in the U.S. Before OSHA

History of OSHA - Part 1 - Occupational Safety in the U.S. Before OSHA

Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8 The importance of occupational safety and health in American workplaces cannot be overstated. As the backbone of our nation’s dynamic economy, it is crucial that we prioritize the safety and well-being of our workforce. The Occupational Safety and Health … Read more