The new OSHA Injury and Illness Recordkeeping rule (29 CFR 1904) has been in effect since January 1, 2002, and there have been substantial changes from the former OSHA recordkeeping rule. Some of those changes will cause you to have more OSHA recordable cases, while other changes in the standard allow you to have fewer - if those cases are properly managed. There are a number of legal and, I believe, ethical ways to avoid OSHA recordables. You can see our complete list on our Web site at www.ctjsafety.com. Here are ten of the most important:
For example, give the injured employee over-the-counter medication in an over-the-counter dose instead of prescription medication if medically appropriate.