Introduction Temporary workers face unique occupational health and safety hazards, often falling through the cracks when responsibilities between host employers and staffing agencies are not clearly delineated. To address this issue, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) launched the Temporary Worker Initiative (TWI) to promote compliance and clarify recordkeeping duties. Understanding joint employment relationships … Read more

Working during the formative adolescent years can provide invaluable learning experiences and the opportunity to develop important life skills. However, special care must be taken to ensure minors are protected from workplace hazards. This article will explore key regulations, restrictions, and best practices for maintaining adolescent safety on the job. Laws and Regulations Governing Minor … Read more

The privacy of medical and health information is a fundamental right, but also one that can come into conflict with occupational safety regulations and whistleblower protections. This issue arises around the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), a US law that requires confidentiality around individuals’ health records. However, HIPAA also recognizes certain necessary exceptions … Read more