Section 32 Waiver Agreements
Sometimes it is in the interests of both claimants and employers to compromise to settle a claim. For example, an employee with a diabetic foot alleged that he injured the foot at work. The employer disputed the claim, stating that no work accident occurred and that the employee’s problems were entirely preexisting. The carrier controverted […]
New York City Council has passed a bill postponing LL 196 full compliance deadline until March 1, 2021
We have just been informed that the New York City Council has passed a bill postponing LL 196 full compliance deadline until March 1, 2021. For most contractors this refers to the additional 10 hours of training. It is expected that the Mayor will sign this bill prior to September 1, 2020. The NYC DOB Local […]
NYC DOB Local Law 196 currently requires a total of 40 hours of training for employees to receive their SST cards.
Dear Group Member, NYC DOB Local Law 196 currently requires a total of 40 hours of training for employees to receive their SST cards. This includes the 30 Hours OSHA class PLUS 10 hours of additional training. Please note, if the employee has taken the 30 Hour OSHA class, an additional OSHA 10 Hour class […]
NYC Department of Buildings “Best Practices for Social Distancing on Construction Sites”
Dear Group Member, The New York City Department of Buildings has just issued their “Best Practices for Social Distancing on Construction Sites.” They are based on the latest COVID-19 guidance from the CDC, OSHA and other publications. Employers are responsible for enforcing social distancing and safety measures on their job sites. These guidelines may […]
Working at Home – Keeping Yourself Safe
Dear Group Member, The global spread of COVID-19, is forcing many of us to work from home. Whether you are new to the work-from-home lifestyle, or have been doing it for years, please see the attached information to help you, and your staff, keep safe and healthy. As always, The Lovell Safety Department, and the entire […]