Ensuring Worker Protection During High Temperatures In Colorado, the Agricultural Labor Rights and Responsibilities Act (ALRRA) and the Agricultural Labor Conditions Rules (7 CCR 1103-15) establish comprehensive safety standards to protect agricultural workers from the dangers of heat-related illnesses. These rules offer strong protections and lay out what employers need to do to keep workers …
A Comprehensive Guide to Worker Safety On May 9, 2022, Oregon adopted two permanent rules, 437-002-0156 and 437-004-1131, designed to protect workers from the dangers of extreme heat caused by weather. Rule 437-004-1131 applies to agricultural workplaces, while 437-002-0156 governs all other industries. Both rules exempt indoor environments with mechanical ventilation systems maintaining a heat …
Minnesota’s rule 5205.0110 sets clear standards to keep indoor workplaces safe and comfortable. These rules cover how air should flow, how hot or cold it can get, and other related conditions, helping create healthier environments for employees. Air Flow Workplaces need proper airflow to keep employees safe. Employers must bring in outdoor air at a …
Protecting Workers from Heat-Related Illnesses The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) updated its Outdoor Heat Exposure rules, effective June 27, 2023, to safeguard workers from the risks associated with high temperatures. These rules aim to prevent heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke, which can result in severe health complications, …
Enable monitors to collaborate in real-time during emergencies, ensuring companies can take the best course of action to support their workers in need with Ok Alone’s integration with Microsoft Teams. This integration provides a powerful tool for companies to enhance real-time collaboration among monitors during emergency situations involving lone and remote workers. This feature allows …
Introduction In response to growing concerns about worker safety in the Connecticut home health sector, Governor Ned Lamont’s administration have introduced a new state grant program for home health care workers through Public Act No. 24-19. This new grant program is designed to support home health agencies by funding a range of safety improvements for …
The California Legislature passed Senator Cortese’s Senate Bill (SB) 553 on September 12, 2023, marking a significant step towards protecting workers from workplace violence. SB 553 mandates that employers incorporate workplace violence prevention plans into their Cal/OSHA Injury Illness Prevention Plans. This legislation was largely driven by the tragic 2021 massacre at the Valley Transportation …
At Ok Alone we love feedback and feature requests from our customers. When it comes to our system they’re the ones using it day-to-day, so ideas that make it better for them are always welcome! With that in mind, we are proud to introduce our new feature ‘Timed Activity’ requested by our customers in Health …
Here at Ok Alone we’ve always been deeply committed to ensuring your safety, but we also understand that getting to grips with a new system can sometimes be daunting. With this in mind, we’re pleased to introduce you to our latest development – the Learning Center! Why have we created the Learning Center? At Ok …
7 Reasons to Choose Ok Alone You are up and running in 5 minutes, without speaking with us It takes very little investment of your time to start using Ok Alone in your organization. You know exactly what you are buying All Ok Alone customers start with a free trial. Using Ok Alone is the …
Lone worker safety is a considerably more complex issue in a home visit environment, compared with providing health care services in a dedicated health care setting. Managing patient care on your own, without the opportunity to call on a co-worker for help, is obviously a risk, one faced by health professionals every time they step …
Ok Alone, a prominent British Columbia-based employee safety monitoring company, is proud to announce its acquisition by Peoplesafe, the world’s largest provider of personal safety technology. This union marks a significant milestone for Ok Alone, bringing together two companies with a shared vision of creating safer environments for individuals across all sectors. “We’re really excited …
Lone working, the practice of employees working alone or without direct supervision, is a common occurrence across various industries and regions around the world. Whether it’s a night-shift security guard, a remote field researcher, or a healthcare professional visiting patients’ homes, lone working represents a significant aspect of the way people work today. The terminology …
Introduction In today’s rapidly evolving work places, the conventional nine-to-five office job is increasingly becoming a thing of the past. The digital revolution has changed work patterns, one of which is lone working—a practice that has grown exponentially in the last few years. No longer tethered to a physical office, professionals across industries are embracing …
For outdoor workers in Californian industries like agriculture, transportation, landscaping or construction, strict communication rules apply. To comply with the law and keep your employees safe, be sure you’re up to speed with these regulations. Employee Safety Monitoring Solution According to Section 3395 of Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations, employers are required …
According to Section 3395 of Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations, it’s required that employees have a way to stay in regular communication with their employers. A Means of Regular Communication If you’re working outside in fields like agriculture, construction, landscaping, oil and gas extraction, or transportation and delivery of agricultural products, California …
Are you making sure to follow California’s strict laws when it comes to keeping your employees safe? Are you taking the necessary steps to comply with California’s employee safety laws? Maria Isabel Vasquez Jimenez heat illness standard According to Section 3395 of Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations, also known as the Maria …
In California, they have some pretty strict laws about keeping employees safe and making sure they can ask for help in emergencies. It’s about making sure that workers have the support they need and that their well-being is a top priority. California’s regulations for preventing heat-related illness in outdoor workers According to California Cal/OSHA, employers …
At the beginning of July the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for Britain released their figures for the number of work related fatalities with data from April 2022 up to March 2023. During the assessment period for 2022/2023 135 workers were killed in work-related accidents in the UK, an increase of 12 from 2021/22¹. Industry …
Ok Alone strives to be able to help keep workers safe in all circumstances, including when lone workers are in areas without cell service. Ok Alone has Partnered with ZOLEO We have partnered with ZOLEO to provide an option for workers to use their satellite device to help stay safe, no matter where they are …