The hidden costs of compliance violations are three times more costly than direct costs associated with implementing an effective health and safety program. But even an in-house EHS program is no guarantee you can avoid large fines and business disruption. Hellman & Associates has seen

Hellman & Associates has seen a surge in OSHA regulatory engagement with companies during the past year. We are successful at supporting our partnership companies by minimizing, and in most cases, preventing regulatory penalties and costly business disruptions. In addition, for 23 years Hellman &

Hellman & Associates Receives Decades of Excellence Award   In the Olympics, you don’t get a medal for fourth place. Similarly, OSHA does not hand out awards just because you show up. We are extremely proud to announce that H&A is the recipients of the

Back in 1985, Glenn Frey sang “The Heat Is On” and that is exactly the forecast! In less than a week, many areas of the country jumped from a mild spring right into major heat waves. This type of quick and ongoing temperature change exposes

There is nothing better than hearing praise from a happy client. Even better is one who posts their satisfaction on social media. Thank you ArborForce! This is a testimonial to our process which focuses on creating a partnership with clients. Hellman & Associates works with the typical

Work sites in specific Colorado counties may receive site visits from OSHA during weekends. OSHA’s “Weekend Work” initiative will conduct safety and health inspections randomly on weekends in Arapahoe, Douglas, Jefferson, El Paso, Adams, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Larimer and Weld counties. These inspections will continue

OSHA’s Weekend Work Initiative Work sites in specific Colorado counties may receive site visits from OSHA during weekends. OSHA’s “Weekend Work” initiative will conduct safety and health inspections randomly on weekends in Arapahoe, Douglas, Jefferson, El Paso, Adams, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Larimer and Weld counties.

VPP Star Awarded to Black Hills Energy Congratulations! OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) promotes excellence in safety and health management systems by recognizing facilities which implement outstanding programs. The primary benefits received with VPP recognition include: •    Exemption from OSHA programmed inspections •    Improved health

OSHA Issues New Focus on Respirable Crystalline Silica In May 2020, OSHA rolled out its National Emphasis Program (NEP) centered on protecting workers from Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS) inhalation. After the initial program roll out, significant changes were made. The following is an overview of the

OSHA Issues COVID-19 National Emphasis Program On March 12, 2021, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rolled out a National Emphasis Program (NEP) to address the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. NEPs are tools utilized by the Agency to address specific hazards in high-risk industries. This