The February 1, 2026 deadline to post your 2025 Form 300A (Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses) has now passed. If your organization has not posted the required summary, you may currently be out of compliance with California OSHA recordkeeping requirements. And because recordkeeping violations are among the most frequently...
Confined spaces have long been a major safety challenge in construction work. In California, the stakes for managing these hazards just got higher and rightly so. New Cal/OSHA confined space regulations took effect on January 1, 2026 and require employers to update how they identify, evaluate, control, communicate about, and...
On December 10, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a set of official letters of interpretation designed to clarify how federal safety standards apply in real-world workplace scenarios. These interpretations help employers and safety professionals understand enforcement, compliance, and underlying regulatory intent, particularly...
The DOSH Asbestos Consultant Certification Unit has published its next round of exam dates for CAC and CSST certifications! California State Testing Schedule CA DIR Exam Form Schedule 2026 Schedule January 16–18 February 20–22 March 20–22 April 17–19 May 15–17 June 19–21 July 17–19 August 21–23 September 18–20 October 16–18...
Get a head start on your professional goals, registration for NATEC International, Inc.’s 2026 training courses is officially open! Whether you need to maintain compliance, renew your certification, or advance your environmental health and safety credentials, our updated course can help you maintain and achieve those goals of staying ahead...
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...
Protecting Workers at Every Elevation: Why California’s New Fall Protection Rules Matter Every day, workers across California risk their lives on elevated surfaces, scaffolds, rooftops and beams, while constructing the structures we depend on. Unfortunately, falls remain the leading cause of fatalities in construction. Effective July 1, 2025, Cal/OSHA is...
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...
Recent Cal/OSHA enforcement shows just how dangerous unprotected trenches can be and why comprehensive trenching and shoring training isn't optional, it's essential for saving lives: A California Company was cited $157,500 after a 17-foot trench collapsed in August 2024, killing a worker. Cal/OSHA determined the company had no Injury 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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