Gain an understanding of OSHA/MSHA temporary worker and independent contractor protection and enforcement programs.
The U.S. Department of Labor's definition of independent contractor has been in a state of flux between the Obama/Trump/Biden administrations and this can create confusion about classification of workers and the responsibilities that the host employer has under the Occupational Safety & Health Act, the Mine Safety & Health Act, and implementing policies. Both agencies also provide for situations where an employer can be dually cited along with staffing agencies or contractors, with penalties of up to $136,532 (OSHA) or $274,175 (MSHA) per violation. Injuries impacting third-party workers - temps, independent contractors, and day laborers - can also trigger tort liability against the host employer or general contractor in the millions of dollars. This topic will provide the most current guidance from OSHA/MSHA on their temporary worker and independent contractor protection and enforcement programs and offer tips on how to protect everyone at the worksite, manage compliance, and mitigate liability.
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Overview of Temporary Worker Issues and the Gig Economy
- Definitions of Employee, Temporary Worker and Independent Contractor
- Recent U.S. Department of Labor Changes in Independent Contractor Rules
- Why Worker Classification Is Important Legally for OSHA/MSHA Purposes
OSHA's View of Host Employer Responsibilities for Temporary Workers
- Training Issues
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Hazard Communication and Recognition
- Supervision and Control Issues
- OSHA's Multi-Employer Citation Policy
Best Practices to Limit Liability Arising From Temporary Worker Use
- Onboarding, Training and Documentation
- Addressing Respirators, Occupational Health and COVID-19 Issues for Temps
- Legally Effective OSHA Inspection Tips for a Multi-Employer Worksite
- Tort Liability and Workers' Compensation Considerations
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Adele L. Abrams, Esq., ASP, CMSP
Law Office of Adele L. Abrams P.C.
- President, Law Office of Adele L. Abrams PC
- Practice represents employers in OSHA, MSHA, and other regulatory and employment law matters
- Instructs on employment law at the University of Colorado and the Catholic University of America
- Regular speaker at conferences of NSC, ASSP, and various trade and bar associations
- Co-author of the textbooks The Safety Professional’s Handbook and Construction Safety Management & Engineering (both published by ASSP)
- Member of NSC, ASSP, SHRM, American Bar Association, and several professional groups in mining and construction
- Admitted to practice before multiple state bars, federal courts, and the U.S. Supreme Court
- J.D. degree, George Washington University; B.S. degree, University of Maryland, College Park
- Can be contacted at [email protected] or 301-613-7498
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