Content Developer
Chris Davis
62 articles · 7h 27m of reading · 4 topics · Writing since November 2024
“Clear guidance today prevents costly compliance surprises tomorrow.”
Chris Davis is a content developer at BlueHive with deep expertise in occupational health regulations, OSHA compliance, DOT requirements, and workplace safety best practices.
As one of the most prolific contributors to the BlueHive resource library, Chris translates complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable guidance for HR professionals, safety managers, and compliance officers. His work spans white papers, compliance guides, and in-depth blog articles covering everything from drug testing protocols to OSHA audit preparation.
Chris is committed to helping employers stay ahead of evolving regulations and build safer, healthier workplaces.
Areas of Expertise
Selected Works
Top 5 Occupational Health Compliance Mistakes HR Teams Still Make in 2025
Still chasing OSHA logs, scrambling drug test results, or unsure about ADA compliance? This must-read 2025 whitepaper reveals the 5 biggest occupational health compliance mistakes HR teams still ma...
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Compliance Checklist: What HR Leaders Need to Know About OSHA in 2025
Stay ahead of OSHA’s 2025 updates with this essential compliance checklist. Learn about key changes, including remote work safety standards, enhanced reporting, and a focus on employee well-being. ...
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The Hidden Costs of Slow Drug Screening: How Delays Impact Your Hiring Process
Slow drug screening can delay hiring, increase costs, and frustrate both employers and candidates-especially in workforce development and second-chance employment programs. This whitepaper explores...
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White Papers & Guides
46 papers
State-by-State TB & Immunization Requirements for Travel Nurses (2026)
18 min read
Your Hiring Process is a Candidate Experience: How Occupational Health Steps Can Build Trust
44 min read
The Hidden Costs of "Good Enough" - Part 2
14 min read
The Hidden Costs of "Good Enough"
9 min read
Cybersecurity in Occupational Health
9 min read
Holiday Staffing Without the Headache
3 min read
From Short-Staffed to Fully Supported: The Hidden Delays That Drain Healthcare Staffing Pipelines
14 min read
The New Front Door to Occupational Health: Using Technology to Reduce HR Burnout
12 min read
The Year-End Compliance Reset: What HR Need in Place Before 2026 Arrives
7 min read
Plug In and Power Up: How API Integration Fuels Faster Hiring and Safer Workplaces
5 min read
No More Copy-Paste: How Seamless Data Flow Redefines Occupational Health Compliance
5 min read
Securing the Future of Occupational Health: Cybersecurity + AI in Workforce Wellness
11 min read
The Indiana Manufacturer’s Guide to Workforce Health Compliance: Drug Testing, Safety, and Workforce Readiness
11 min read
Compliance Isn’t Paperwork. It's Performance: Why HR and Operations Should Care Right Now
1 min read
2026 Occupational Health Compliance Timeline and Checklist
4 min read
Top 5 Occupational Health Compliance Mistakes HR Teams Still Make in 2025
5 min read
Beyond Compliance: How Prioritizing Employee Well-Being Builds Stronger Workforces
4 min read
The Hidden Mental Health Costs of Workplace Injuries: What Employers Overlook
11 min read
The ROI of Second Chances: Unlocking Hidden Workforce Solutions
6 min read
What Changed in 2025: A Quick Guide to OSHA & DOT Compliance for HR
6 min read
From Onboarding to Ongoing: Building a Health Compliance Journey for Employees
5 min read
The Employee Health Playbook: A Step-by-Step Checklist for Onboarding
6 min read
Civility Counts: How Workplace Culture Impacts Mental Health and the Bottom Line in 2025
11 min read
From Burnout to Breakthrough: How Ozwell - and the Next Wave of Healthcare AI - Restore Time, Trust, and Talent
6 min read
Ozwell AI Achieves Drummond pDSI Certification
3 min read
Surprise OSHA Fines Now Top $165K – What Execs Need to Know About Inspection Triggers
7 min read
OSHA Audit Controls for 2025: How to Avoid Repeat Citations and Maximize Inspector Readiness
6 min read
What a Chief Experience Officer Should Know Before an Unannounaced OSHA Visit
8 min read
What Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Officers Need to Know Before an OSHA Surprise Visit
5 min read
What HR Generalists Wish They Knew Before That OSHA Surprise Visit
5 min read
Drug Free Doesn't Mean Compassion-Free
10 min read
Buzzing Through NIHRA 2025
1 min read
RTO Reality Check: Getting Drug Testing Right in a Hybrid Workforce
10 min read
RTO Reality Check: You’ve Got Remote Workers, Hybrid Workers, In-Office Workers – Do You Have One Drug Testing Program That Actually Works for All of Them?
7 min read
Ahead of the Curve: How 2025 Drug Screening Trends Impact Your Workplace
5 min read
Why Does Scheduling a Drug Screen Still Feel Like a DMV Visit?
1 min read
The 60-Second Drug Screening Challenge
1 min read
What OSHA and DOT Compliance Really Mean for Your HR Team (And How to Simplify It)
5 min read
The HR Burnout Epidemic: How Automating Compliance Can Give You Your Time Back
5 min read
Navigating Indiana’s 2025 Youth Employment Law Changes
4 min read
The Hidden Costs of Slow Drug Screening: How Delays Impact Your Hiring Process
6 min read
From OSHA to NOSHA: Are We Undoing Decades of Workplace Safety Progress?
9 min read
HR Heroes in Action: Keeping First Responders Safe and Compliant
7 min read
Get Ready for 2026 with BlueHive's Fun and Functional HR Calendar!
2 min read
Compliance Checklist: What HR Leaders Need to Know About OSHA in 2025
10 min read
HR Essentials: Streamlining Workforce Compliance in Oil and Gas
7 min read
Article Collections
Compliance
13 articlesOSHA
7 articlesOccupational Health
5 articlesHR Best Practices
5 articlesAll Articles
AI in Occupational Health: Top Tools for Automated Compliance in 2026
How AI is transforming occupational health compliance — from smart routing and automated scheduling to predictive analytics and OSHA documentation. Compare the leading platforms.
Best Occupational Health Compliance Platforms for Construction in 2026
Compare the top occupational health platforms for construction companies — remote job site testing, OSHA medical surveillance, multi-trade compliance, and post-accident coordination.
10 Best Platforms for Streamlining Occupational Health Processes in 2026
A ranked comparison of the top platforms for managing employee health compliance — scheduling, drug testing, physicals, OSHA surveillance, and provider network management.
Best Occupational Health Software for Manufacturing Companies in 2026
Compare the top occupational health platforms built for manufacturing — multi-site compliance, OSHA surveillance automation, shift-friendly scheduling, and more.
White PaperYour Hiring Process is a Candidate Experience: How Occupational Health Steps Can Build Trust
This white paper argues that by streamlining and improving the candidate experience during pre-employment health screening steps, HR teams can turn occupational health from a bureaucratic obligation into a strategic hiring advantage - reducing drop-off, accelerating time-to-hire, and differentiating in the talent market.
White PaperThe Hidden Costs of "Good Enough" - Part 2
Part 2 of our HR-focused whitepaper series gets concrete with industry-specific playbooks for healthcare, construction, and manufacturing. Learn where "good enough" breaks in your industry and follow our 90-day blueprint to tighten cycle time without reducing compliance rigor.
White PaperThe Hidden Costs of "Good Enough"
This HR-focused whitepaper from BlueHive explores the real cost of settling for “good enough” in occupational health compliance. While most organizations don’t fail audits, the daily friction of fr...
White PaperCybersecurity in Occupational Health
Discover how HR and EHS leaders can defend occupational health data with NIST-backed cybersecurity, MFA, and HIPAA audit controls. Download our free guide!
Getting Started with Occupational Health Programs
A comprehensive guide to building an effective occupational health program for your organization, from initial planning to ongoing management.
Release Notes 2025.33 - 2025.50.5
This release window focuses on smoother onboarding, faster order and employee workflows, stronger security MFA/Two Factor authentication, and a more polished experience across Employer, Provider, and
White PaperHoliday Staffing Without the Headache
Learn how HR teams can streamline holiday staffing by reducing process delays and improving clearance speed with BlueHive’s healthcare-ready platform.
White PaperFrom Short-Staffed to Fully Supported: The Hidden Delays That Drain Healthcare Staffing Pipelines
Discover how healthcare organizations can reduce onboarding delays, improve compliance, and speed up hiring. Learn practical strategies to streamline screenings, boost retention, and build a fully ...
White PaperThe New Front Door to Occupational Health: Using Technology to Reduce HR Burnout
Discover how a modern digital front door can transform occupational health by reducing administrative burden for HR teams and providers. This whitepaper explores practical strategies, real-world ex...
White PaperThe Year-End Compliance Reset: What HR Need in Place Before 2026 Arrives
This practical year-end compliance guide helps HR leaders close out 2025 with confidence. Learn how to audit health records, renew credentials, automate reminders, and prep for 2026 regulatory shif...
White PaperPlug In and Power Up: How API Integration Fuels Faster Hiring and Safer Workplaces
This BlueHive whitepaper shows how API integration streamlines HR, health, and compliance workflows to speed up hiring, reduce errors, and strengthen workplace safety. By automating data flow betwe...
White PaperNo More Copy-Paste: How Seamless Data Flow Redefines Occupational Health Compliance
Discover how API integration is transforming occupational health compliance. In this quick-read whitepaper we'll explore how connected systems eliminate manual data entry, reduce compliance risks, ...
White PaperSecuring the Future of Occupational Health: Cybersecurity + AI in Workforce Wellness
BlueHive’s latest whitepaper explains how to future-proof occupational health platforms with strong cybersecurity, AI governance, and trusted data design.
White PaperThe Indiana Manufacturer’s Guide to Workforce Health Compliance: Drug Testing, Safety, and Workforce Readiness
Manufacturing in Indiana is the backbone of the state’s economy - but it also comes with some of the toughest compliance challenges. Between OSHA requirements, DOT regulations, and the growing need...
White PaperCompliance Isn’t Paperwork. It's Performance: Why HR and Operations Should Care Right Now
Compliance isn’t just about regulations - it’s about results. Discover how compliance impacts productivity, morale, and HR burnout, and how automation with BlueHive helps HR teams save time, reduce...
White Paper2026 Occupational Health Compliance Timeline and Checklist
Stay ahead of OSHA and state-level updates with BlueHive’s 2026 Occupational Health Compliance Timeline. This expert HR guide outlines key regulatory milestones, from HazCom updates to new heat ill...
White PaperTop 5 Occupational Health Compliance Mistakes HR Teams Still Make in 2025
Still chasing OSHA logs, scrambling drug test results, or unsure about ADA compliance? This must-read 2025 whitepaper reveals the 5 biggest occupational health compliance mistakes HR teams still ma...
Release Notes 2025.24-2025.34.1
We’ve packed a ton of awesome improvements into our latest BlueHive update, designed specifically to make your day-to-day simpler and quicker-whether you're in HR, healthcare, or both!
White PaperBeyond Compliance: How Prioritizing Employee Well-Being Builds Stronger Workforces
Discover why compliance alone isn’t enough. Learn how HR leaders can boost retention, reduce stress, and improve productivity by prioritizing employee well-being. See how BlueHive simplifies compli...
White PaperThe Hidden Mental Health Costs of Workplace Injuries: What Employers Overlook
When an employee gets hurt on the job, the first priority is obvious: physical recovery. A broken wrist, a sprained back, or a chemical exposure comes with medical appointments, treatment plans, and r
White PaperThe ROI of Second Chances: Unlocking Hidden Workforce Solutions
Discover how second-chance hiring can drive measurable ROI through lower turnover, reduced cost-to-hire, and stronger workforce resilience. Learn how BlueHive’s compliance automation and integrated...
White PaperWhat Changed in 2025: A Quick Guide to OSHA & DOT Compliance for HR
Discover the key OSHA and DOT compliance updates for 2025 in our free HR guide. Get actionable checklists, reporting insights, and a one-page compliance cheat sheet to keep your team prepared and p...
White PaperFrom Onboarding to Ongoing: Building a Health Compliance Journey for Employees
Compliance isn’t just a one-time onboarding task - it’s a continuous journey that shapes safety, productivity, and employee well-being. This whitepaper shows HR leaders how to move beyond “check-th...
White PaperThe Employee Health Playbook: A Step-by-Step Checklist for Onboarding
Streamline HR onboarding with our free Employee Health Playbook checklist. Ensure compliance, reduce delays, and simplify hiring with BlueHive.
White PaperCivility Counts: How Workplace Culture Impacts Mental Health and the Bottom Line in 2025
Discover how workplace civility affects mental health and financial performance. BlueHive’s whitepaper provides strategies and insights to build a respectful, high-performing culture in 2025.
White PaperFrom Burnout to Breakthrough: How Ozwell - and the Next Wave of Healthcare AI - Restore Time, Trust, and Talent
Discover how Ozwell, BlueHive’s AI-powered ambient scribe, helps healthcare teams reclaim time and reduce burnout by automating clinical documentation. This whitepaper explores the future of AI in ...
White PaperOzwell AI Achieves Drummond pDSI Certification
Ozwell AI earns Drummond pDSI Certification, validating its compliance with ONC’s (b)(11) rule and advancing safe, transparent AI in healthcare. Learn how Ozwell supports real-time documentation, p...
Release Notes 2025.16-2025.23
We’ve packed a ton of awesome improvements into our latest BlueHive update, designed specifically to make your day-to-day simpler and quicker-whether you're in HR, healthcare, or both!
White PaperSurprise OSHA Fines Now Top $165K – What Execs Need to Know About Inspection Triggers
OSHA inspections are no longer just safety events - they’re enterprise risk moments. This guide helps CEOs, CFOs, and CHROs prepare for unannounced visits by aligning safety, ESG, and financial imp...
White PaperOSHA Audit Controls for 2025: How to Avoid Repeat Citations and Maximize Inspector Readiness
Download our 2025 HR & EHS whitepaper to prepare for unannounced OSHA inspections. Learn how compliance managers can align document control, reduce citation risks, and lead with confidence. Built f...
White PaperWhat a Chief Experience Officer Should Know Before an Unannounaced OSHA Visit
OSHA inspections now impact brand reputation, employee trust, and customer loyalty. This executive whitepaper helps Chief Experience Officers prepare for unannounced visits-covering stakeholder ris...
White PaperWhat Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Officers Need to Know Before an OSHA Surprise Visit
A must-read for occupational health & safety leaders: This 2025 OSHA inspection guide equips OHS officers with tools to handle surprise visits-sampling plans, audit checklists, NEP triggers, and po...
White PaperWhat HR Generalists Wish They Knew Before That OSHA Surprise Visit
Surprise OSHA inspections can cost companies over $165K per violation in 2025. This practical guide equips HR generalists with insider tips on inspection triggers, common violations, employee inter...
White PaperDrug Free Doesn't Mean Compassion-Free
Unlock a step-by-step playbook for HR leaders who want a drug-free workplace and a people-first culture. This whitepaper covers stigma-busting communication, legal must-knows, a 90-day implementati...
White PaperBuzzing Through NIHRA 2025
From trivia games on the expo floor to real conversations about streamlining occupational health, this recap of BlueHive’s experience at the NIHRA 2025 Annual Conference captures the energy, innova...
White PaperRTO Reality Check: Getting Drug Testing Right in a Hybrid Workforce
Hybrid teams, remote hires, onsite staff - discover common HR drug-testing pitfalls, a unified strategy, and real-world fixes to keep compliance smooth and fast.
White PaperRTO Reality Check: You’ve Got Remote Workers, Hybrid Workers, In-Office Workers – Do You Have One Drug Testing Program That Actually Works for All of Them?
Hybrid, remote, and in-office teams all need one thing: a drug testing program that actually works. Learn why one-size-fits-all policies fail-and what every HR team needs to stay compliant, fast, a...
White PaperAhead of the Curve: How 2025 Drug Screening Trends Impact Your Workplace
Stay ahead of 2025 workplace compliance with our latest whitepaper on drug screening trends. Discover new regulations, emerging technologies, and actionable strategies to simplify testing and suppo...
Release Notes 2025.08-2025.15
We’ve packed a ton of awesome improvements into our latest BlueHive update, designed specifically to make your day-to-day simpler and quicker-whether you're in HR, healthcare, or both!
White PaperWhy Does Scheduling a Drug Screen Still Feel Like a DMV Visit?
In this whitepaper, Chris, BlueHive's Content Developer, walks you through how you can easily simplify drug screening via BlueHive's innovative platform. This presentation demonstrates the onboardi...
White PaperThe 60-Second Drug Screening Challenge
Replay BlueHive’s 60-Second Drug Screening Challenge webinar and discover how fast, easy, and stress-free occupational health can be with our platform.
White PaperWhat OSHA and DOT Compliance Really Mean for Your HR Team (And How to Simplify It)
Struggling with OSHA and DOT compliance? Discover how to simplify workplace safety regulations, automate documentation, and reduce HR headaches. Learn how your team can stay compliant effortlessly ...
White PaperThe HR Burnout Epidemic: How Automating Compliance Can Give You Your Time Back
Discover how automating compliance can reduce HR burnout and give you your time back. Learn practical strategies and real-world success stories in our latest whitepaper, "The HR Burnout Epidemic: H...
White PaperNavigating Indiana’s 2025 Youth Employment Law Changes
Stay informed on Indiana's latest youth employment law changes and how they compare to federal labor regulations. This whitepaper breaks down key updates, employer responsibilities, and workforce i...
White PaperThe Hidden Costs of Slow Drug Screening: How Delays Impact Your Hiring Process
Slow drug screening can delay hiring, increase costs, and frustrate both employers and candidates-especially in workforce development and second-chance employment programs. This whitepaper explores...
Release Notes 2025.01-2025.05
Big changes are here! BlueHive AI is now Ozwell, bringing the same trusted AI with a fresh look and powerful new features. This update enhances EMR integrations, patient data recognition, and user ...
White PaperFrom OSHA to NOSHA: Are We Undoing Decades of Workplace Safety Progress?
The NOSHA Act proposes dismantling OSHA, raising critical questions about the future of workplace safety and compliance. In our latest whitepaper, we take a balanced look at the debate, examining O...
White PaperHR Heroes in Action: Keeping First Responders Safe and Compliant
Explore how HR professionals can support firefighters and first responders during California’s wildfire season. From respirator fit testing to health evaluations, discover best practices and innova...
Compliance in the Heartland: Occupational Health Solutions for Northeast Indiana's Growing Workforce
Discover how HR leaders in Northeast Indiana can navigate compliance challenges across key industries like Defense and Aerospace, Distribution and E-commerce, and Food and Agriculture. Learn action...
White PaperGet Ready for 2026 with BlueHive's Fun and Functional HR Calendar!
Plan smarter and stay ahead with this all-in-one HR calendar for 2025! Packed with compliance deadlines, workplace observances, SHRM convention dates, and fun holidays to boost employee engagement,...
White PaperCompliance Checklist: What HR Leaders Need to Know About OSHA in 2025
Stay ahead of OSHA’s 2025 updates with this essential compliance checklist. Learn about key changes, including remote work safety standards, enhanced reporting, and a focus on employee well-being. ...
Release Notes 2024.01-2024.49
Explore BlueHive’s latest updates and enhancements, including improved provider search, streamlined navigation, enhanced AI features, Picture-in-Picture audio mode, and bug fixes. Discover how thes...
White PaperHR Essentials: Streamlining Workforce Compliance in Oil and Gas
Discover how to streamline workforce compliance in the oil and gas industry. This guide explores key challenges, best practices, and innovative solutions to ensure safety, efficiency, and regulator...
Resilient Workforces: Leveraging Health Data for Proactive Employee Management
Discover how leveraging health data can help you build a resilient workforce. This post explores key challenges like absenteeism, burnout, and compliance, while providing actionable best practices ...
HR Essentials: Streamlining Hiring and Placement for Staffing Agencies
Discover how temporary staffing agencies can streamline hiring and compliance with best practices and innovative tools. Explore challenges like high turnover, industry-specific certifications, and ...
Hospitality Help: Ensuring Compliance During Rapid Onboarding and High Turnover
In high-turnover industries like hospitality, rapid onboarding presents unique challenges for maintaining health compliance. This white paper explores essential compliance areas-like health screeni...
What HR Professionals in Critical Access Hospitals Need to Know
In a constantly evolving healthcare ecosystem, one thing has remained unchanged - the need for healthcare professionals to complete specific clearances before starting employment and maintaining th...
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