According to OSHA, there are up to ten arc flash incidents daily in the United States, with more than 3,600 disabling electrical contact injuries annually. Arc flash incidents are extremely dangerous and can result in injuries, hospitalizations, and fatalities. These incidents can be prevented with proper safety training and best practices. NFPA 70E Arc Flash… [Read More]
Hazards of Heat Stress
Hazards of Heat Stress
June 8, 2023 By
As the summer heat sets in, it is vital to understand the dangers of heat stress and how to prevent serious health issues. If your company performs work outdoors or in hot work areas, your employees are at risk! To keep your employees safe, your company must provide heat stress training, monitoring, and personal protective… [Read More]
Our New Office Location
Our New Office Location
April 13, 2023 By
We’re moving! Effective June 1, 2023, Circle Safety & Health Consultants will be moving to our new office at The Premier Tech Building, 2810 N Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23294. Our phone 804-355-7255 and fax 804-254-2104 will remain the same. We look forward to this new chapter and continuing to serve your safety needs!
Remembering Giovanni “John” Meola
Remembering Giovanni “John” Meola
March 21, 2023 By
Here at Circle Safety & Health, we share in the sadness of John Meola passing away. He was a great man, whose affable nature and exceptional dedication to safety was noted throughout the community. In remembrance of him, we wish to share these kind words from our local chapter of ASSP. From the American Society… [Read More]
Rise in Trench-Related Fatalities
Rise in Trench-Related Fatalities
August 17, 2022 By
Only six months into the year, 2022 has seen a 68% increase from 2021’s trench-related fatalities. In response to this increase, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has released new enforcement initiatives to prevent incidents. Penalties for trenching- and excavation-related incidents will be evaluated and, in some cases, include criminal… [Read More]
National Safety Stand-Down (Construction Falls)
National Safety Stand-Down (Construction Falls)
April 10, 2022 By
Did you know that 7 million U.S. construction workers visit job sites each day? While safety protocols and procedures have improved across nearly every category, construction workers still face many risks on a day-to-day basis. Check out this great new Safety Guide from the Lanier Law Firm for more info and tips on keeping construction… [Read More]
Executive Directive 18
Executive Directive 18
August 31, 2021 By
On September 1, 2021, Executive Directive 18 (ED 180) will take effect. Due to the growing threat from the highly contagious Delta variant, Governor Northam issued ED 18 to help protect Virginia’s workforce. ED 18 addresses disclosure of vaccination status, testing, and masking. These directives are directly applicable for state employees, and your organization could… [Read More]
What is Safety Leadership for Supervisors Training?
What is Safety Leadership for Supervisors Training?
August 25, 2021 By
Safety leadership is the process of defining an organization’s desired safety values and creating a team that can effectively implement those values. It also includes a range of specific efforts intended to engage employees in maintaining the behaviors needed to reach the organization’s safety goals. Safety leadership training is an essential component of an… [Read More]
Updated Airborne Transmission Guidance from the ASHRAE Epidemic Task Force
Updated Airborne Transmission Guidance from the ASHRAE Epidemic Task Force
April 13, 2021 By
Changes to Inspection Practices for Workplace Injuries and Illnesses
Changes to Inspection Practices for Workplace Injuries and Illnesses
January 4, 2021 By
The U.S. Department of Labor is updating their practices for inspections of workplace injuries and illnesses. The Site-Specific Targeting Directive will now look at the employer-submitted Form 300A for the three previous years. Reviewing data collected over three years can help identify patterns that lead to illness and injuries. These changes can also allow for… [Read More]
