OSHA Consulting

The health and safety of your employees is not only a legal requirement but also a cornerstone of maintaining a productive and positive workplace culture. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sets stringent regulations to safeguard workers across various industries. However, navigating these complex requirements can be challenging. At Safety Consultants USA, we’ve designed our comprehensive services to help you comply with OSHA standards, eliminate hazards, and foster a safety culture in your working environment.

OSHA Safety Training

Our consultants are experienced OSHA Outreach Trainers who will work directly with you to develop a comprehensive safety training program that ensures your team has the OSHA training they need to work safely. Health and Safety Courses are available at our safety training facility, yours, or even at your job site. Visit our “Safety Training” page for a complete list of safety courses and our open-enrollment safety training calendar.

Facility and Site Assessments

Our OSHA compliance consultants will travel to your facility or construction site for a complete site safety assessment. Our comprehensive site safety inspection will identify violative conditions and non-compliant employee behaviors and document compliance with OSHA regulations. Safety Consultants USA can assist in implementing corrective actions, significantly decreasing losses from worker injuries and associated costs, including lawsuits, and identifying training gaps.

Written Health and Safety Programs

We write customized safety and health programs for each client and update them as regulations change. We can provide you with an entire program or update the one you currently have in place. Whether you are looking for basic OSHA compliance or best-in-class safety programs, we can help you develop safety manuals, JHAs, risk assessments, Pre-Task Plans, Site–Specific Safety Plans, and SOPs designed with your organizational goals in mind.

DOT / Fleet Safety Programs

Fleet Safety Programs are more critical than ever with the constant pressure of more vehicles on the road. Our consultants are experienced in the transportation industry and can work with you to address FMCSA and DOT regulatory issues that companies face daily.

OSHA Citation Defense

We work with our clients to navigate OSHA inspections, respond with proper documentation, participate in the informal conference process, abate citations issued, and navigate contesting citations when warranted.  Partnering with a company that understands the process and has demonstrated success can mean the difference between a clean record and a legacy of citations. In the competitive environment that most businesses face, a demonstrated safety record, clear of OSHA citations, can be critical to win new business and provide companies with a competitive advantage. Ensure you have the right team to help you navigate the entire OSHA inspection process from beginning to end.

Workers Compensation Claims Management

Managing worker injuries is an important part of the claim process that is often overlooked. From ensuring that injured workers receive the care they need to verifying that the physicians treating them understand your organization’s return to work requirements and your light duty program, we can manage employee compensation claims from the first injury report to release to full duty. We ensure you execute your light-duty work programs as efficiently and effectively as possible. Handling a worker’s compensation claim will save you time and money and reduce the potential for repeated injuries.

Safety Staffing

Safety Consultants USA offers a full complement of safety professionals available for work on projects anywhere in the US. We staff short and long-term projects for construction and general industry, including manufacturing and distribution environments. Our team will ensure that we understand the requirements for the professional and then match the right candidate to your project and your team. The professionals we work with are highly skilled in their specific industries and have a minimum of 3 years of experience on staffing projects, with many professionals holding safety degrees, BCSP designations, and over 15 years of experience.

Industry-Specific Expertise

Construction

The environment on construction sites changes daily. Yesterday’s hazards might be gone today, while new ones may appear. Frequent inspections and training are essential to keep up with these changes and ensure safety. Safety Consultants USA excels in providing the necessary inspections and training to adapt to the ever-changing construction environment. Our experience with general contractors, specialty contractors, tiered subcontractors, and in various industries from single-family home, multi-family, commercial, and industrial construction means that we have seen it all and have the expertise to help your organization navigate the complexities of many projects.

Manufacturing

Manufacturing environments may involve complex regulations, such as machine guarding, lockout/tagout, and hazardous chemicals. Small manufacturers may be particularly vulnerable as they must balance limited resources while ensuring compliance with regulations. Large manufacturers may have a safety department but need an additional resource that is local or understands a particular area of compliance. Our consultants help companies of all sizes navigate the regulations and ensure compliance, preventing accidents and avoiding penalties.

Retail

While OSHA focuses on employee safety in retail, customer safety often reflects the organization’s overall safety culture. Poor safety practices can lead to slip, trip, and fall incidents, affecting employees and customers. We assist retail businesses in developing a strong safety culture to prevent such incidents and comply with OSHA regulations. Safe work environments are more likely to create safe environments for customers.

Food Processing

Because of their work using cutting tools and processing machines and the fast pace, food processing industries face unique hazards, including machine guarding and lockout/tagout. Our consultants help implement safety measures to prevent severe injuries, such as amputations, and ensure compliance with OSHA standards.

Chemical Manufacturing

Chemical storage and processing facilities have specific OSHA requirements – process safety management –  due to the hazards associated with handling chemicals. Our consultants are well-versed in these requirements and assist in implementing comprehensive safety programs to protect workers from chemical hazards.

Metal & Steel Fabrication

Metal and steel fabrication involves working with various metal components, welding equipment, and often heavy machinery, presenting unique safety challenges. We help companies in this industry comply with safety regulations, implement machine guarding, and develop lockout/tagout procedures to prevent accidents. In many cases these organizations require industrial hygiene services, such as air monitoring, to verify their employees’ proper ventilation. Employees may experience increased exposure to lacerations, amputations, and head injuries depending upon the type of work being conducted in the facility.

Automotive

Automotive industries, including vehicle refurbishment and manufacturing of automotive components, face various safety challenges. Our consultants provide specialized safety programs to address these challenges, whether they are related to paint booths and respiratory protection, grinding and cutting, or LOTO for CNC machines. Our goal at every facility is ensuring a safe working environment and compliance with OSHA standards.

Agriculture

Agricultural operations, including farming and hydroponic facilities, have special considerations regarding their employees’ safety. Special agricultural standards apply, and their unique environments create challenges that other industries are less likely to encounter. Unique equipment, lone workers, outdoor work in extreme heat, and seasonal increases in activity mean that these industries have an increased likelihood of compliance challenges during their busy season and must prepare for sudden increases in personnel and training. Our consultants help agricultural businesses comply with their unique circumstances related to heat stress, lockout/tagout/, mechanized equipment, forklifts, ergonomics, and slips, trips & falls.

Distribution

Distribution centers face safety challenges related to material handling and conveyor systems. Often the volume of shipments coming through a facility can have a direct impact on their ability to manage the safety program. OSHA has a national emphasis program for distribution centers, and our consultants assist in ensuring compliance with this program and preventing workplace injuries.

ISN and Avetta Systems

We assist companies in complying with safety documentation requirements for platforms like ISN and Avetta. These platforms are used by many large corporations, such as Amazon and CSX, to verify that subcontractors meet stringent safety standards. We manage submitting safety manuals, training documentation, and other compliance documents, ensuring you meet the requirements and can work without interruption.

Federal Compliance

Beyond OSHA, we provide compliance services for railroads and Army Corps of Engineers projects. These projects require compliance with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) or EM 385. The documentation and training requirements under these standards are very specific. Our consultants help ensure your safety programs meet these additional requirements, which are more stringent than OSHA standards.

Emergency Action Plans

We develop comprehensive emergency action plans to prepare your organization for emergencies like inclement weather, fires, and active shooter situations. These plans outline procedures for notifying workers, evacuating buildings, or sheltering in place, ensuring everyone knows what to do in an emergency

Commitment to Safety

At Safety Consultants USA, we strive to build strong relationships with our clients and provide consistent, high-quality services. Our reporting and tracking procedures ensure that you receive the same level of excellence regardless of who visits your job site.

Industry Coverage

We work with various industries, including general contractors, specialty contractors, residential contractors, industrial manufacturers, trucking and fleet industries, environmental contractors, sanitation companies, grocers, and quasi-public companies. No matter the size of your organization, we can deliver the safety services it needs.

Flexible Solutions

We offer flexible solutions to meet your fiscal goals. Whether you need a fractional safety director, supplemental support for your existing safety team, or a sole safety solution, we can tailor our services to meet your needs.

Safety Consultants USA is your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of OSHA requirements. Our comprehensive services, experienced consultants, and commitment to excellence bring a safe and compliant culture to your organization. By choosing us, you invest in a safer, more productive workplace that complies with legal requirements and enhances your company’s overall performance. Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your safety needs and ensure your business thrives in a safe and compliant environment.