Cal/OSHA & Workplace Safety Blog
Practical guidance on Cal/OSHA compliance, industrial hygiene, safety plans, and occupational health for California employers — from Michael Karl McNeil, REP, RIH, EPP, QSD.
Why Every Film Set Location in California Needs Its Own Site-Specific IIPP
A generic production IIPP does not satisfy Cal/OSHA at a practical location. What a site-specific plan must cover and what an inspector will ask for.
Cal/OSHA Form 300, 300A, and 301: Recordkeeping Rules for California Employers
Who must keep Cal/OSHA Forms 300, 300A, and 301, what counts as recordable, the February-to-April posting rule, and the mistakes inspectors find first.
Silica Dust in California Construction: What Cal/OSHA §1532.3 Requires
Cutting concrete, block, or tile releases respirable silica. What Cal/OSHA §1532.3 requires of California contractors, from Table 1 to medical exams.
Workplace Safety Audit Cost: A 2026 Guide
Workplace safety audit costs depend on facility size, scope, and risk level. Learn what drives Cal/OSHA compliance pricing. Call (626) 546-9384.
Cal/OSHA Compliance Consulting: Worth It for Small Business?
Is Cal/OSHA compliance consulting worth the investment? Explore the real costs, benefits, and ROI for small businesses facing citations and safety audits.
Medical Surveillance for Industrial Workers: A 2026 Guide
Medical surveillance for industrial workers protects health and ensures OSHA compliance. Learn program components, requirements, and implementation steps.
California Respiratory Protection Programs: Section 5144 and Fit Testing
Cal/OSHA Section 5144 requires a written respiratory protection program, medical clearance, and annual fit testing. Here is what California employers must do.
Safety Consulting for Small Construction Companies: A How-To Guide
Safety consulting for small construction companies: Learn how small construction companies can engage safety consulting services to achieve OSHA compliance.
The Cal/OSHA Informal Conference: What to Expect and How to Prepare
After a Cal/OSHA citation, the informal conference is your first chance to reduce penalties and classifications. Here is how it works and how to prepare.
Written Hazard Communication Programs in California: Section 5194 Requirements
Cal/OSHA Section 5194 requires a written HazCom program, safety data sheets, labeling, and training. Here is what your program must contain.