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Jessie Atencio

Mr. Atencio serves as the General Manager at Premier Risk Management, overseeing operations with nearly two decades of experience in managing the Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health OSHA State Plan. With a Bachelor of Science in Environmental and Occupational Health, he holds certifications including Registered Safety Professional, IBOEHS, Construction Safety and Health Technician, BCSP, and Certified EHS Manager, ISO 45001. His expertise spans executing business strategies, implementing safety plans, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and consensus standards.

Walkaround representative present during a workplace safety inspection

Understanding OSHA’s New Walkaround Representative Rule: What Employers Need to Know

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently issued a final rule on March 29, 2024, which was published in the Federal Register on April