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DART defined

Days Away, Restricted, or Transferred measures how serious OSHA-recordable cases become. Using the same 200,000-hour multiplier as TRIR, you count only the case

Definition

Days Away, Restricted, or Transferred measures how serious OSHA-recordable cases become. Using the same 200,000-hour multiplier as TRIR, you count only the cases that led to lost time or job transfers. DART highlights whether light-duty placements, return-to-work plans, or ergonomic controls are effective. When DART diverges from TRIR, we know our programs are detecting issues early but not preventing severity, so we revisit JHAs and supervisor coaching sessions.

Risk Snapshot

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DART misunderstandings

Teams that cannot explain DART consistently struggle to connect audit findings to leading indicators. Coach supervisors on the vocabulary so TRIR, DART, and other glossary items mean the same thing in every meeting.

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Documentation drift

When definitions shift from handbook to handbook, investigations stall and retraining lags. Align glossary terms across SOPs, LMS modules, and SDS binders to keep regulators confident you have a single source of truth.

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System handoffs

Vocab gaps show up when EHS, HR, and operations log the same event differently. Map glossary terms to the metrics in your dashboards so corrective actions, JHAs, and training share context.

Compliance must-haves

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29 CFR 1910

Cross-reference this term anywhere you cite the recordkeeping-and-reporting program so auditors see consistent definitions.

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29 CFR 1910

Cross-reference this term anywhere you cite the personal-protective-equipment program so auditors see consistent definitions.

DART usage

29 CFR 1910

Keep the definition in onboarding packets, toolbox talks, and audit binders to align teams.

DART usage

29 CFR 1910

Keep the definition in onboarding packets, toolbox talks, and audit binders to align teams.

FAQs

Which programs are mandatory for restaurants in California?restaurants

Cal/OSHA still expects the full federal set: a Hazard Communication plan (29 CFR 1910.1200), an Emergency Action Plan (29 CFR 1910.38), PPE assessments (29 CFR 1910.132), and accurate recordkeeping (29 CFR 1904). Title 8 also requires an Injury and Illness Prevention Program, so we fold that into the same binder with SDS, JHA/JSA references, and robbery or wildfire procedures. Inspectors mainly ask managers to demonstrate worker training and how updates flow to Spanish-speaking teams, so keep sign-in sheets with the plan.

How do we track TRIR and DART in one dashboard?recordkeeping-and-reporting

Start with 29 CFR 1904.4 requirements: every recordable injury gets logged on your OSHA 300 with case classification. Calculate TRIR and DART monthly using the formulas from OSHA’s recordkeeping handbook, then tie the data to your corrective action tracker. We recommend exporting from HRIS or claims systems, tagging each case with the impacted program (HazCom, LOTO, PPE, etc.), and publishing the numbers inside your safety committee minutes so leadership owns the trends. Include DART root causes, retraining dates, and closure proof so you can show an auditor exactly how metrics improve over time.

What records must HVAC contractors keep in Massachusetts?hvac

Federal OSHA requires 300 logs, training rosters, and SDS access, but Massachusetts licensing boards also expect documentation of refrigerant recovery, electrical permits, and apprentice ratios. Keep OSHA 10/30 cards, lockout-tagout procedures, and JHA files for rooftop work. Add copies of your EAP, fall protection inspections, and customer-specific permits so every crew shows the same binder. Include inspection photos so licensing boards see consistent execution. When scheduling job inspections, store all paperwork in one digital binder so field supervisors can pull it up during surprise visits.

How do we handle employee right-to-know requests?hazard-communication

29 CFR 1910.1020 lets employees or their reps review exposure and medical records within 15 working days. Build a simple intake form, track the request in your recordkeeping system, and provide PDFs of sampling results, SDS, or physician opinions. Note whether the employee wants the records digitally or onsite, and document any redactions approved by counsel. Remember most exposure records must be retained for 30 years. Keep a log showing when you responded and what documents were shared; OSHA frequently asks for this proof after a complaint.

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