
Rick serves as a Senior Environmental Safety and Health Consultant at Intertek Alchemy. He is a certified management systems Lead Auditor with experience in ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, LEED green building certification, business development, and certification program management. Rick earned his Associate of Applied Science in Intelligence Collection from the Community College of the Air Force and his Bachelor and Master of Science degrees in Environmental Science from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
Posts by Rick Gehrke
The Cal/OSHA Blueprint for Your Next Workplace Violence Safety Plan
Workplace violence comes in multiple forms, from the most gruesome active shooter incidents to fights in the parking lot or verbal attacks in the break room. If you’re designing your first workplace violence safety plan, Cal/OSHA might offer a way to get started.
Rick GehrkeSurprise! It’s OSHA! Now What?
Last year, OSHA conducted over 31,000 inspections, nearly half based on employee complaints, injuries, fatalities, and referrals. Don’t get caught by surprise. Here’s how to prepare for an OSHA inspection and five mistakes to avoid.
Rick Gehrke6 Steps to Building an OSHA-Compliant Hazard Communications Program
Without an effective hazard communication program, you could be putting workers at risk and face financial penalties. Here are six steps to help you get started.
Rick Gehrke3 Ways to Protect Manufacturing Workers from the Heat
As we round out National Safety Month, let’s take a moment to look at a scorching topic – Heat Safety Management. Here are three ways to train employees to stay safe this summer.
Rick Gehrke5 Ways to Improve your EHS Performance and Compliance with ISO 14001 and 45001
Looking for a way to improve your EHS performance and compliance? Our Intertek Alchemy Workplace Safety Consultant Rick Gehrke shows how to make improvements with ISO 14001 and 45001.
Rick GehrkeOSHA’s 7 Elements to Creating a Safe and Healthy Workplace
An effective OH&S program requires the support of every employee, from the frontline workers to the executive level. OSHA recommends building your workplace safety blueprint on these seven elements.
Rick GehrkePandemic Workplace Safety – OSHA vs. States on Masks and More
Masks or face coverings are one of the most controversial and politicized garments in our lifetime. As states roll back mask mandates – here’s what to know for your employees.
Rick Gehrke10 Suggestions from OSHA on How to Kick Off Your Safety Program
Not sure where to begin with your safety program? Want to make sure you are covering all your safety bases?
Rick GehrkeIs COVID-19 a Recordable or Reportable Illness?
Learn valuable information on OSHA requirements as it relates to COVID-19.
Rick GehrkeIdentifying Employee Risk in Regards to COVID-19
If there is a potential for COVID-19 infection in the workplace, you will want to include the process of classifying your workers according to their risk level: low, medium, or high. Here’s how it works.
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