Forklift safety has seen a renewed focus with the observance of National Forklift Safety Day, the issuance of a revised ANSI lift truck industry standard and a regulatory agenda item on revising the related OSHA standard. The increased focus is with good reason: powered industrial trucks continue to be in heavy use throughout industry and continue to be a source of severe injuries to workers. Join us as we answer some of the tough questions regarding forklift safety and compliance. We’ll cover: The scope of OSHA’s standard on PIT Training – who, when, what and by whom Inspections Maintenance Attachments/modifications Operational issues Mancages/personnel platforms And much more This event will also include a live Q&A session. Event type: Live Webinar Cost: Free Date: Nov. 3, 2022 Time: 1:00 PM ET Event Host: Safety + Health Duration: 1 hour Click here to Register

Florida Insurance Commissioner David Altmaier said he will 'consider' the request for a rate freeze. Florida employers will see reductions in their workers’ compensation rates for the upcoming year, but just how much of a rate reduction Florida’s top insurance regulator requires is yet to be seen. While the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) proposed an average 8.4% rate reduction signaling a good 2023 forecast, Florida Insurance Commissioner David Altmaier is being asked to ensure low rates in 2024 and beyond for Florida’s roofing industry. Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Association President Matthew Criswell said Friday he worries that rate increases may be in the future. Click to read more: