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, RIHP, QSD.
Why a Licensed Nurse Makes Your Safety Program Stronger
Most safety consultants stop at regulatory compliance. A Licensed Nurse on your safety team bridges the gap between workplace hazards and actual health outcomes — and that difference matters more than most employers realize.
Post-Wildfire Property Testing: What California Owners Need to Know
Wildfire ash and smoke leave behind toxic contaminants that standard cleaning cannot remove. Here is what property owners, insurers, and real estate professionals need to know about post-wildfire assessment.
California Landlords: How to Counter Habitability Defenses in Eviction Cases
Tenants increasingly use habitability claims to delay or defeat eviction in California. Here is what landlords need to know — and how professional documentation changes the outcome.
How to Fight a Cal/OSHA Citation in California
Received a Cal/OSHA citation? You have 15 working days to contest it. Here is exactly what to do — and what not to do — to reduce or eliminate your penalties.
What to Expect During a Cal/OSHA Inspection
A Cal/OSHA inspector just walked through your door. Here is exactly what happens next — and how to protect your business at every stage of the process.
California IIPP Requirements: What Every Employer Must Know
Every California employer is required by law to have a written Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Here is what must be in it — and why a generic template will not protect you.
How to Fight a Cal/OSHA Citation: The 15-Day Window
You have 15 working days after receiving a Cal/OSHA citation to file an appeal. Miss that deadline and you lose your right to contest — permanently. Here is how the process works.