FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: GENERAL
NO. Lancaster Safety Consulting, Inc. is a private, family-based firm. However, we do interact with OSHA in several ways, including assisting our clients with inspections and participating in OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program (VPP). On April 30, 2010, Lancaster Safety Consulting, Inc. became the first company in OSHA’s Region III to be awarded the STAR Mobile Workforce achievement by OSHA.
Yes, it is recommended that new hires are trained before starting work. OSHA requires employers to train employees to recognize hazards they may encounter in the workplace. Lancaster Safety offers several tools, including online new hire training.
Lancaster Safety can arrange multiple training sessions, visit separate sites, or even conduct a live online training. We are very flexible and can accommodate virtually any schedule. Check out our Online OSHA Training Center for convenient 24-hour access and training at your fingertips!
Yes, although there are some exemptions for employers with 10 or fewer employees, such as recordkeeping and planned inspections, an employer with just one employee must still comply with the applicable OSHA standards. To learn more about which standards apply to your company’s operations, please contact us.
Each employer is potentially responsible! Please contact us to learn more, or refer to the OSHA multi-employer workforce policy.
Lancaster Safety’s consultants are highly qualified and have helped hundreds of clients each year. We not only provide support at the informal conference but also assistance with the citation abatement process.
Our headquarters is located in Western Pennsylvania (100 Bradford Road, Suite 100, Wexford, PA 15090), and we have more than 165 team members throughout the country.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
ONSITE SAFETY TRAINING
ONSITE SAFETY TRAINING
Yes, we typically hold training at our clients’ place of business. We can also arrange a convenient off-site location or utilize our corporate training center.
What we do provide:
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Individual or group new-hire training options for current clients.
What we do not provide:
- Online, one-time training for individuals
- College-related courses or open enrollment classes
Our training is designed for companies seeking to train groups or entire workforces, rather than individual participants.
No, OSHA requires a minimum of 3 students and no more than 40 per class (unless preauthorized by an OSHA Outreach Center).
No, OSHA has set a maximum training length of 7.5 hours per day. This criterion is also effective for the 30-hour training.
Visit our OSHA partnership page for pricing and package options.
Contact us at 888-403-6026 with any questions!
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