Webinar Recording: After the Hurricanes: Protecting Employees During Response and Recovery Operations

About the Program

Following the destruction of hurricanes like Fiona and Ian, many employers will be involved in relief, recovery, and rebuilding operations across affected regions. The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration provides resources regarding hurricane preparedness and response to ensure that employees are protected against the many safety and health hazards they will face before, during, and after such major storms. Our webinar identifies safety and health issues concerning disaster-response operations, providing employers with best practices to limit employee exposure to hazards, injuries, and illnesses, and to mitigate employer risks.

During the webinar, employers will learn about:

OSHA regulations that apply to post-accident relief, response, and recovery operations;
General Duty Clause liabilities employers will face for exposing employees to heat, waterborne contaminants, mold, and other hazards;
Developing Emergency Action Plans;
Procedures for protecting employees from COVID-19 during the emergency;
Precautions employers must take to prevent injuries and illnesses;
Required personal protective equipment for employees;
Training required concerning potential exposure to physical and chemical hazards;
Warnings employees must be given prior to their work; and
Whistleblower claims and employee refusals to work.

Speakers

Adam R. Young, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP
A. Scott Hecker, Senior Counsel, Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Melissa A. Ortega, Associate, Seyfarth Shaw LLP

If you have any questions, please contact Kate Avery at kavery@seyfarth.com and reference this event.

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This webinar is accredited for CLE in CA, IL, NJ, and NY. Credit will be applied for as requested for TX, GA, WA, NC and VA. The following jurisdictions may accept reciprocal credit with these accredited states, and individuals can use the certificate they receive to gain CLE credit therein: AZ, CT, NH. The following jurisdictions do not require CLE, but attendees will receive general certificates of attendance: DC, MA, MD, MI, SD. For all other jurisdictions, a general certificate of attendance and the necessary materials will be issued that can be used in other jurisdictions for self-application. To request CLE credit, fill out the recorded attendance form linked above and return it to CLE@seyfarth.com. If you have questions about jurisdictions, please email CLE@seyfarth.com. CLE credit for this recording expires on October 12, 2023.