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 The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 19 Issue 1, January 2008

February is Time to Post your Cal/OSHA Log
By Dustin Christensen

The New Proposed Cal/OSHA Standard on Exposure to Concrete/Masonry Dust
By Mark Golembiewski,CIH

Proposed Changes to Requirements for Lead-Based Paint
By Julie V. Wellings, CIH

Federal OSHA Draft Standard on Construction Confined Spaces
By Tim Bormann, CIH

20th Annual Cal/OSHA Update Series

2008 Resource Guide

 The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 18 Issue 3, September 2007

AB515 Update
By Joel Cohen, CIH

Indoor Heat Illness Prevention
By Tim Bormann, CIH

Clarifications for the Voluntary Use of Dust Masks
By Dustin Christensen

A Classic Example of a Cal/OSHA Citation Against the Controlling Employer
By Mark Golembiewski, CIH

Hazardous Materials in Older Buildings
By Julie V. Wellings, CIH

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 18 Issue 2, May 2007

TLVs and HazCom
By Joel Cohen, MPH, CIH

New Requirements and Standards for Portland Cement
By Julie V. Wellings, CIH

Do the Cal/OSHA Work Activity Permit Rules Apply to Public Employers?
By Mark Golembiewski, CIH

Trenching/Excavation Safety
By Tim Bormann, CIH

Gas Testing in Tunneling and Mining
By Dustin Christensen

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 18 Issue 1, January 2007

 Don’t Forget To Post Your Cal/OSHA Log!
By Tim Bormann, CIH

2007 Resource Guide
19th Annual Cal/OSHA Update Series
Respirable Dust Sampling Basics
By Mark Golembiewski, CIH

Update: Laser Safety In Construction
By Julie V. Wellings, CIH

When Is A Medical Facility in "Near Proximity"?
By Joel Cohen, CIH

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 8 Issue 3, September 2006

Cal/OSHA Proposes Changes to Work Activity Permits
Mark Golembiewski, CIH
Welding and Metals Exposure
Tim Bormann, CIH
Hexavalent Chromium Standard Update
Tim Bormann, CIH
Sewage Backups and Backflows – Hazards and Responses
Julie V. Wellings, CIH
Universal Wastes – Overview And Update
Julie V. Wellings, CIH

Meeting Notice

  The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 8 Issue 2, May 2006

Hexavalent Chromium Standard
Tim Bormann, CIH

Summer, Hot Environments and Heat-Related Illnesses
By Joy E. Fleming, MPH
Fall Protection Regulations Update
Mark Golembiewski, CIH

Update on Silica
Joel Cohen, CIH

 Changing "Current Issues"
We Need Your Help!!

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 8 Issue 1, January 2006

Surgical Masks Are Not a Good Fit for Healthcare Workers or the Public
Mark Golembiewski, CIH
 Selling Safety To Your Workforce
Julie V. Wellings, CIH
Don’t Forget To Post Your Cal/OSHA Log!!
Tim Bormann, CIH

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 7 Issue 3, October 2005

Cal/OSHA’s New Heat Illness Standard
By Mark Golembiewski, CIH

 Notification Requirements for Asbestos and Lead
By Julie V. Wellings, CIH

 AIHA Comments on OSHA Lead Standard
By Julie V. Wellings, CIH

Performing Arts and Cal/OSHA Regulations
By Tim Bormann, CIH
 Update: Proposed Changes to Cal/OSHA Airborne Contaminants Standard
By Joy E. Fleming

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 7 Issue 2, April 2005

Valley Fever
By Mark Golembiewski, CIH

Sewage Backups and Backflows – Hazards and Responses
By Julie V. Wellings, CIH

Fire Extinguishers
Are You Required to Have Them?
By Tim Bormann, CIH

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 7 Issue 1, January 2005

Simple Practices to Avoid Indoor Air Quality Problems
from Mold and Other Microbial Contaminants

By Mark Golembiewski, CIH

Naturally Occurring Asbestos in California
By Joy E. Fleming, MPH

Emergency Respirator Amendment For Healthcare Workers
By Tim Bormann, CIH

Hexavalent Chromium Standard Proposed
By Julie V. Wellings, MPH, CIH

Hot Work Permits
By Joel Cohen, CIH

2005 Resource Guide
17th Annual Cal/OSHA Update Series

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 6 Issue 3, August 2004

Health Risk of Indoor Air Pollution Said To Be Substantial
Mark Golembiewski, CIH

Medical Requirements and Respiratory Protection
Tim Bormann, CIH, The Cohen Group
Meredith Saunders, M.D.,U.S. Health Works

Hidden Mold – Potential Hazards and Responses
Julie V. Wellings, CIH

Hearing Conservation Program for Construction Workers
Joy E. Fleming, MPH

Changes to the HazCom Standard
Joel Cohen, CIH

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 6 Issue 2, April 2004

SILICA EXPOSURES: Priority for Federal OSHA
Joy E. Fleming, MPH

Requirements Regarding AEDs
Tim Bormann, CIH

 First Aid Kits - Over-the-Counter Medications
Tim Bormann, CIH

 Indoor Air Quality - A Comprehensive Approach
Julie V. Wellings, CIH

 Assessment and Cleanup of Sewage Contamination
Mark Golembiewski, CIH, CPEA

 Remember the Toxic Mold Protection Act of 2001?
Joel Cohen, CIH

 16th Annual Cal/OSHA Update Series 

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 6 Issue 1, January 2004

It’s That Time Again! Your Cal/OSHA Recordkeeping Summary
Mark Golembiewski, CIH

Change in Permits Proposed
Joel Cohen, CIH

Safe Access and Fall Protection for Work on Roofs
Julie V. Wellings, CIH

Proposed Changes to Cal/OSHA Airborne Contaminants Standard
Joy E. Fleming, MPH

Workers' Compensation Reform and IIPP Reviews
Tim Bormann, CIH

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 5 Issue 3, September 2003

Proposed Changes to the Respirator Standard
Tim Bormann, CIH and Joy E. Fleming, MPH

What Is The State of Your Health & Safety Program?
Mark Golembiewski, CIH, CPEA

An Update on Contact Lenses in the Workplace
Mark Golembiewski, CIH

Work Site Rules for Naturally-Occurring Asbestos
Julie V. Wellings, CAC, CIH

The Cal/OSHA Source 2002
Save The Date for CSSG’s 2004 Seminars

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 5 Issue 2, April 2003

Increased Enforcement of Key Lead Regulations
Julie Wellings, CIH

Mold Remediation Alternatives
Julie Wellings, CIH and Tim Bormann, CIH

Is Your Bloodborne Pathogens Program Up To Date?
By Joy E. Fleming, MPH

Forklift Operating Rules Now Enforceable
Tim Bormann, CIH

Advisory Committee Updates

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 5 Issue 1, January 2003

The NEW! Cal/OSHA Recordkeeping - Forms 300 and 300A
Tim Bormann, CIH

Revisions to the Ergonomics Standard?
Julie V. Wellings, CIH

CLARIFICATION
Hearing Conservation Program for Construction Workers
Mark Golembiewski, CIH

2003 Resource Guide
Forklift and Seat Belt Use
Tim Bormann, CIH
15th Annual Cal/OSHA Update Seminar Announced

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 4 Issue 3, September 2002

Lumber Mold – A Concern or Not?
Joel Cohen, CIH

A Cal/OSHA Citation on Fall Protection
Julie Wellings, CIH

Toxic Mold Safety and Protection Act - the Federal Bill
Tim Bormann, CIH

MSHA HazCom Rules Changing
Joel Cohen, CIH and Joy Fleming

Requirements When Using "Dust Masks" in the Workplace
Mark Golembiewski, CIH

Staff Announcement

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 4 Issue 2, June 2002

Construction Projects at Hospitals and Health Care Facilities
Tim Bormann, CIH

Most Cited Cal/OSHA Safety Standards
Joel Cohen, CIH

How Current and Active Are Your Safety and Health Programs?
A Brief Implementation Checklist

Mark Golembiewski, CIH

Ergonomics – Cal/OSHA and Fed/OSHA
Joel Cohen, CIH

CULTURE PLATE AIR SAMPLING FOR MOLD
Stephen Gildersleeve

Safety Blunders Winner!!

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 4 Issue 1, March 2002

Cal/OSHA Citation Review: Lockout/Tagout
Tim Bormann, CIH

A Case Study: Tenant was a Dental Lab
Julie Wellings, CIH

Change to Cal/OSHA Lead Work Notification
Julie Wellings, CIH

Staff Announcement
How Are Your Recordkeeping Practices?
Joel Cohen, CIH

Air Sampling for Mold
Stephen Gildersleeve

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 3 Issue 2, November 2001

In Memoriam

Cal/OSHA Recordkeeping Reform
Tim Bormann, CIH

Mold Bills Pass
Joel Cohen, CIH

A PEL FOR MOLD?
Julie Wellings, CIH

Regulatory Update

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 3 Issue 1, March 2001

Fed/OSHA Ergonomic Standard Update
By Joel Cohen, MPH, CIH

What Exactly is a Competent Person?
By Tim Bormann, CIH

Mold Abatement – Building Owner Responsibilities
By Julie V. Wellings, MPH, CIH

When Must You Update Cal/OSHA Written Programs
By Joel Cohen, MPH, CIH

SHORTS
by Greg Raymond, MS, CIH, CSP

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 2 Issue 4, December 2000

Landmark Federal Ergonomics Standard
by Greg Raymond, MS, CIH, CSP

Update on Latex Glove Allergies
by Tim Bormann, CIH

OSHA’s Position on Computer-Based and Web-Based Training
by Joel Cohen, MPH, CIH

SHORTS
by Greg Raymond, MS, CIH, CSP

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 2 Issue 3, September 2000

Contact Lenses in the Workplace
by Joel Cohen, MPH, CIH

Changes to the Cal/OSHA Citation Structure (Part II)
by Tim Bormann, CIH

Overview of Current Fall Protection Requirements
by Andrew Peterson, MPH

New and Revised Cal/OSHA PELs Pending
by Julie Wellings, MPH, CIH

Understanding Worker Exposure Limits
by Julie Wellings, MPH, CIH

SHORTS
By Greg Raymond, MS, CIH, CSP

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 2 Issue 2, April 2000

Update: How Much Does a Cal/OSHA Citation Cost?
By Tim Bormann, CIH

Definition of ‘Repeat’ Violation Changing
By Joel Cohen, MPH, CIH

What is Cal/OSHA’s Home-Office Policy?
By Joel Cohen, MPH, CIH

Understanding Chemical Exposure and Toxicity
By Julie V. Wellings, MPH, CIH

Toxic Mold Update
By Greg Raymond, MS, CIH, CSP

  SHORTS
By Greg Raymond, MS, CIH, CSP

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 2 Issue 1, January 2000

 Don’t Forget to Post Your OSHA LOG 200!!
By Joel Cohen, MPH, CIH

What Should NOT Be In Your First Aid Kit
By Joel Cohen, MPH, CIH

New Requirements for Forklift Operator Training
By Tim Bormann, CIH
Demolition 2000
by Julie Wellings MPH, CIH

SHORTS
By Greg Raymond, MS, CIH, CSP

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 1 Issue 3, October 1999

Bloodborne Pathogen Standard Update
By Tim Bormann, CIH

Coming Soon – the New Silica Standard
by Julie Wellings, MPH, CIH

OSHA 200 LOG Q & A
By Joel Cohen, MPH, CIH

PCM versus TEM for Analysis of Airborne Asbestos
by Julie Wellings, MPH, CIH, CAC

SHORTS
By Greg Raymond, MS, CIH, CSP

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 1 Issue 2, March 1999

When Do You Record Non-Employee Injuries?
By Joel Cohen, MPH, CIH
The Impact of New Lead Regulations on Construction
By Julie Wellings, MPH, CIH
Bloodborne Pathogen Update
By Tim Bormann, CIH
New Approaches to Evaluating Particulate Exposures
By Greg Raymond, MS, CIH, CSP
SHORTS
By Greg Raymond, MS, CIH, CSP

The Cohen Group Newsletter - Volume 1 Issue 1, February 1999

How are MSDS Provided to Your Personnel?
By Joel Cohen, MPH, CIH
Proposed Changes to Forklift Operation
By Tim Bormann, CIH
New Lead Regulations in Progress
By Julie Wellings, MPH, CIH
Shorts
By Greg Raymond, MS, CIH, CSP

 

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