Hi, Jim Coshow here from Dunn Lumber. Welcome to the Dunn Solutions podcast, where we’re committed to providing cutting-edge industry knowledge for the building contractor and trade professional.
Today we’ll hear from Erich Smith. Erich is a technical services expert for the Division of Occupational Safety & Health at the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I). Erich is responsible for the department’s application and interpretation of the Washington Administrative Code as it relates to construction industry safety. Previously, Erich represented King County as a safety compliance officer and safety compliance supervisor for the Division of Occupational Safety & Health in Region 2.
On today's podcast, Erich will discuss:
- L&I's fall protection trigger heights and related exemptions
- safety and compliance for ladders and scaffolding
- lead and asbestos exposure and compliance
- proper reporting of work-related injuries
- how to utilize L&I's free consultation services
If you have additional questions for Erich, please email him at Erich.Smith@LNI.wa.gov.
For information on attending future industry events, feel free to email me at jimc@dunnlumber.com.
For more on ladder safety, visit the L&I general ladder use hazards page, or click below to download a PDF of Erich's presentation on L&I updates.
