On January 16, 2025, OSHA News Release published a news release revealing that at a storm-pipe cleaning/maintenance worksite in Port St. Lucie, Florida, had a horrific preventable incident of a 24-year-old worker that was killed after an inflatable pipe plug exploded. The employer failed to identify and evaluate the hazard...
A recent enforcement action by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) highlights the very real dangers that workers in stone product manufacturing and other industries face from airborne silica dust. On May 14, 2025, OSHA announced that the Art-Stone Granite & Marble Inc. in Marietta, Georgia, was cited for two repeat and...
The U.S. Department of Labor / OSHA recently issued a strong “wake-up” trade release urging employers to double down on trenching and excavation safety. With 11 trench-related fatalities already reported in 2025 and a cluster of recent collapses in the Midwest, the agency is warning that these are not freak...
During a recent OSHA enforcement action a sobering reality was reinforced, fall hazards remain one of the most dangerous risks in construction and roofing work. On September 15, 2025, OSHA announced that a Florida roofing contractor was cited for 10 safety violations after workers fell through residential skylights without having...
The CDPH Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Exam will begin in the month of November. The registration deadline for the November Exam is 10/17/25 and the exam window of 11/08-11/16/2025. Exam fees must be received by the registration deadline. Exam Overview The CDPH Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Exam is a vital certification...
As we celebrate Labor Day, NATEC International, Inc. would like to extend our gratitude to the hardworking professionals who help keep our communities safe, healthy, and thriving. This day is a reminder of the value of dedication, perseverance, and the contributions of workers across every industry. In observance of the...
As of August 2025, California experienced over 4,700 wildfires, resulting in at least 31 fatalities and the destruction of thousands of structures. One of the largest fires this year, the Gifford Fire, has already burned over 82,000 acres across San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. In addition to flames...
This new accreditation means our trusted Lead, Asbestos, and HAZWOPER courses now offer certified CEUs that count toward your 24-hour continuing education requirement. If you're a California REHS, it’s never been easier or more convenient to stay compliant and up to date. Click here to register for your REHS Contact...
The cleanup of homeless encampments has become a critical issue throughout California. With public pressure mounting, new state directives in place, and clear federal safety standards to follow, professionals tasked with hazardous encampment cleanups must be properly trained and certified to protect themselves and the communities they serve. NATEC International...
In today’s evolving environmental and public health landscape, the cleanup of homeless encampments has become an increasingly common and complex task for many city departments, contractors, and cleanup professionals. These operations demand more than good intentions and a strong stomach; they require comprehensive knowledge of hazardous materials, biohazard safety, and...
EFFECTIVE MONDAY, MARCH 3rd, 2025
NATEC International, Inc. has updated our publicly held class start times for all branches. Please be aware as this will affect current and future training courses.
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