OSHA Compliance

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) electronic reporting rule requires certain establishments to report information electronically from their OSHA Forms 300, 300A and 301. Under the rule, the first electronic reports were due on July 1, 2017. However, on Nov. 24, 2017, OSHA issued a new final rule officially delaying the first electronic reporting…

Holiday Parties: Limiting Social Host Liquor Liability

A bartender is legally liable for serving alcohol to a patron who becomes intoxicated and then injures a third party. Does a business face a similar exposure when it hosts a social event where alcohol is served, such as an open house or employee picnic? According to the Insurance Information Institute, liquor liability exposure is…

Prevent Lane Change Crashes

A significant number of vehicle crashes involve changing of lanes. These simple tips and reminders will help to prevent lane change crashes. Recognize the Hazards Frequent lane changes Speeding Tailgating/Following too closely Distractions Windows and Mirrors not clean or free of obstructions Poor visibility Lack of fender mounted mirrors Traffic congestion Mirrors out of adjustment…

UCR Registration Delayed

The Maryland Motor Truck Association recently alerted its members that UCR registrations have been delayed. Even though Maryland is not a Unified Carrier Registration State, most of the surrounding states ARE, which would necessitate anyway driving through those states to register and pay the fees. However, the FMCSA has not finalized all the policy making…