It’s Your Call – August 2024

HIPAA: Why is regular testing of a Disaster Recovery Plan important?

Regular testing ensures the plan’s effectiveness, identifies weaknesses, and trains staff in their roles during a disaster. HIPAA mandates at least annual testing, but more frequent tests are advisable for optimal preparedness.

 

OSHA: Does OSHA enforce ergonomics in the workplace?

Under OSHA’s General Duty Clause, employers must keep their workplaces free from recognized serious ergonomic hazards. When appropriate, OSHA will conduct inspections for ergonomic hazards, issue citations under the General Duty Clause, and issue ergonomic hazard alert letters: https://www.osha.gov/ergonomics/faqs.