For Compliance Managers, an OSHA surprise inspection is where strategic governance meets operational reality. The inspector’s questions, sampling methods, and document requests test not only safety performance but the strength of your compliance management system – policies, controls, and evidence
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What Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Officers Need to Know Before an OSHA Surprise Visit
When a Compliance Safety & Health Officer (CSHO) walks through the gate without notice, the OHS team – not HR – becomes the front line. From programmed National Emphasis Program (NEP) inspections to unprogrammed visits after a complaint, successful outcomes
What HR Generalists Wish They Knew Before That OSHA Surprise Visit
Unannounced inspections are OSHA’s most powerful enforcement tool. They arrive without warning, follow a strict legal script, and can cost an organization up to $165,514 per willful or repeat violation in 2025. Yet most citations stem from hazards that HR teams could have
Drug Free Doesn’t Mean Compassion-Free
Supporting Employees Through the Screening Process From Policy to People: Why Employers Set the Tone Drug-free workplace programs exist primarily to ensure the safety of employees, customers, and the public. But how those programs are implemented – the language used, the
RTO Reality Check: Getting Drug Testing Right in a Hybrid Workforce
In our last whitepaper, 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?, we discussed how many drug screening programs employed by organizations
Ahead of the Curve: How 2025 Drug Screening Trends Impact Your Workplace
As we navigate through 2025, the landscape of workplace drug screening is undergoing significant transformations. Evolving regulations, technological advancements, and shifting societal attitudes are reshaping how employers approach drug testing. HR professionals face mounting pressure to stay compliant – without
Release Notes 2025.08-2025.15
February-April Release Roundup: New Logins, Smoother Charts & Faster Everything At BlueHive, we’re all about simplifying the complex and making your workday just a little easier. The past few months’ updates are packed with performance improvements, smarter navigation, and even
Why Does Scheduling a Drug Screen Still Feel Like a DMV Visit?
Fixing the Clunky Parts of Health Compliance (Without More Paperwork) As part of our ongoing series exploring the roadblocks HR teams face when scheduling drug screenings – and how BlueHive is making it easier – we’re excited to bring you
The 60-Second Drug Screening Challenge
On March 31st, BlueHive hosted its very first Lunch & Learn in partnership with the Northeast Indiana Human Resources Association (NIHRA) – and it was a hit! During the event, BlueHive President Scott Howard shared our mission to simplify occupational
What OSHA and DOT Compliance Really Mean for Your HR Team (And How to Simplify It)
“HR is about people, not endless paperwork. Let’s simplify compliance – so you can focus on what really matters.” As an HR Professional, you’re responsible for ensuring that your team remains compliant with OSHA and DOT regulations – but let’s