One workplace accident can cost your business hundreds of thousands of dollars in OSHA fines, workers' comp claims, and lawsuits. McNeil Safety Consulting helps you prevent problems before they happen — and defends you when they do. Comprehensive occupational health, industrial hygiene, and safety compliance services across Los Angeles County.
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Most business owners don't think about workplace safety until it's too late. Here's what's at stake when you operate without a proper safety program in place.
OSHA's maximum penalty for a single serious violation as of 2024. Willful or repeated violations can reach this amount — per instance. Multiple violations on a single inspection can quickly add up to catastrophic fines.
The average cost of a workplace injury claim in California including medical expenses, lost wages, and administrative costs. Severe injuries like falls, crush injuries, or chemical exposure often cost far more.
The indirect costs of a workplace injury — lost productivity, employee replacement, training, damaged equipment, insurance hikes, and legal fees — are typically 3 to 5 times the direct medical costs.
The vast majority of workplace injuries and OSHA citations are preventable with proper safety programs, training, and compliance measures. A proactive investment in safety costs a fraction of what a single incident can cost your business.
Every day without a proper safety program is a day your business is at risk.
Protect Your Business — Free ConsultationMcNeil Safety Consulting is a full-service Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health & Safety consulting company headquartered in Arcadia, California. For over 35 years, we have helped businesses of every size — from small family-owned shops to large commercial operations — create safer workplaces, avoid costly OSHA penalties, and build a culture where safety comes first.
What truly sets us apart is our unique interdisciplinary approach. With a State Licensed Nurse on staff, we bridge the gap between workplace safety and healthcare — providing more comprehensive assessments, stronger compliance programs, and better outcomes for both employers and employees. No other safety consulting firm in Los Angeles County offers this combination of expertise.
Whether you're a construction company needing a complete safety overhaul, a skilled nursing facility requiring infection control protocols, a manufacturing plant dealing with chemical exposure concerns, or a landlord addressing tenant health and safety issues, we have the experience, the credentials, and the proven track record to help.
With over 35 years of hands-on experience in occupational health and safety, Michael has helped hundreds of businesses across Los Angeles County protect their employees and stay compliant with federal and state regulations.
His expertise spans construction safety, industrial hygiene, OSHA violation defense, workplace injury investigations, safety plan writing, and infection control. Whether he's conducting an air quality assessment at a commercial building, writing a comprehensive IIPP for a construction firm, defending a client in a CAL/OSHA hearing, or developing infection control protocols for a nursing facility, Michael brings the same meticulous, results-driven approach to every engagement.
When you work with McNeil Safety Consulting, you get Michael's direct attention — not a junior associate or call center. That personal commitment to every client is what has kept businesses coming back for over three decades.
From proactive compliance programs to reactive violation defense, we provide end-to-end services that protect your workforce and shield your business from liability. Every service is customized to your specific industry, company size, and risk profile — because no two workplaces are the same.
Your employees are your most valuable asset, and a comprehensive safety program is the foundation of protecting them. We assess your current safety posture from top to bottom, identify hidden hazards, and design and implement programs that keep your workforce safe while ensuring full compliance with both OSHA and CAL/OSHA regulations. Our programs aren't just paperwork — they're practical, actionable systems your team will actually follow.
Receiving an OSHA or CAL/OSHA citation can be one of the most stressful and expensive experiences a business owner faces. Penalties can reach $161,323 per violation — and the clock starts ticking immediately. With over 35 years of experience navigating OSHA proceedings, we know exactly how to build your defense, negotiate with regulators, and minimize financial impact. We've successfully defended businesses across every industry, and our track record of reducing or eliminating penalties speaks for itself.
Invisible hazards can be the most dangerous. Poor air quality, chemical exposures, mold, asbestos, lead paint, and excessive noise can cause serious health problems for workers and building occupants — and create massive liability for property owners and employers. Our certified industrial hygiene services identify, measure, and help you eliminate these hidden threats before they become health crises or legal nightmares.
California law (Title 8, Section 3203) requires every employer to maintain an effective written Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) — no exceptions, regardless of company size. Not having one, or having a generic template that doesn't reflect your actual operations, is one of the most frequently cited violations in Cal/OSHA inspections. We write comprehensive, customized safety plans that satisfy every regulatory requirement and actually function as living documents your team will use every day.
Construction and industrial sites in California are required to develop and implement a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) to comply with the State Water Resources Control Board's General Permits. Failure to have a proper SWPPP — or having one that doesn't match your actual site conditions — can result in fines of up to $10,000 per day per violation, project shutdowns, and significant liability. We develop site-specific SWPPPs that satisfy every regulatory requirement and keep your project moving forward without disruption.
Any work involving hazardous waste operations, contaminated sites, or environmental remediation requires a site-specific Health and Safety Plan (HASP) under OSHA's HAZWOPER standard (29 CFR 1910.120). A HASP isn't optional — it's the law, and it's the critical document that protects your workers from chemical exposures, contaminated soil and groundwater, and other serious health hazards. We write comprehensive HASPs that address every hazard on your specific site and satisfy the most rigorous regulatory scrutiny.
California law requires businesses that handle, store, or use hazardous materials above reportable quantities to maintain a Hazardous Materials Management Plan (HMMP) and submit a Hazardous Materials Business Plan (HMBP) through the California Environmental Reporting System (CERS). Non-compliance can trigger enforcement actions from your local Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA), including fines, facility shutdowns, and criminal referrals. We prepare complete, accurate plans that keep you in full compliance with state and local hazardous materials regulations.
When a workplace injury occurs, what you do in the first 24 to 48 hours can determine everything — from your workers' comp costs to whether you face an OSHA investigation. Our rapid-response injury investigation service ensures every incident is properly documented, root causes are identified, and corrective actions are implemented immediately. We also handle all mandatory OSHA reporting requirements so you stay compliant and protected.
Infection outbreaks in skilled nursing facilities can be devastating — to patients, to staff, and to your facility's license and reputation. With our State Licensed Nurse on staff, we offer specialized infection control services that no other safety consulting firm in Los Angeles County can match. We develop comprehensive protocols, train your staff, and help you maintain full compliance with California Department of Public Health (CDPH) regulations.
One bad hire can cost your business thousands of dollars — and put your other employees and customers at risk. Our comprehensive background screening services give you the information you need to make confident hiring decisions. Unlike many screening companies that take a week or more, we deliver complete results within 24 hours so you can move quickly on the best candidates without compromising on due diligence.
Your employees are your first and most important line of defense against workplace accidents. But training that consists of reading from a manual doesn't change behavior. Our training programs are engaging, hands-on, and designed to create real behavioral change — not just check a compliance box. We deliver training at your location so there's zero disruption to your operations, and every program is customized to address the specific hazards your team actually faces.
Our 35+ years of experience spans dozens of industries. Every workplace has unique hazards and regulatory requirements — we know exactly what to look for and how to address them in your specific environment.
Fall protection, scaffolding, excavation, crane operations, silica exposure, site-specific safety plans, and multi-employer worksite compliance for GCs and subs.
Machine guarding, lockout/tagout, chemical handling, process safety, ergonomics, noise monitoring, and respiratory protection programs.
Infection control, bloodborne pathogens, patient handling, needle-stick prevention, TB exposure, and regulatory compliance for hospitals and SNFs.
Indoor air quality, tenant safety complaints, building system hazards, environmental assessments, ADA compliance, and liability reduction.
Mold, asbestos, lead paint inspections, air quality testing, and detailed industrial hygiene reports for habitability disputes and eviction proceedings.
Electrical safety, confined spaces, welding fumes, PPE programs, and trade-specific training for plumbers, electricians, roofers, and HVAC technicians.
Forklift certification, material handling, loading dock safety, warehouse ergonomics, fire prevention, and emergency evacuation planning.
Slip/trip/fall prevention, kitchen burn and cut prevention, chemical handling, fire safety, and employee training for restaurants and hotels.
When it comes to your employees' safety and your regulatory compliance, you need a partner who has been in the trenches. Here's why businesses across Los Angeles County choose McNeil Safety Consulting over larger firms and less experienced competitors.
We've conducted thousands of inspections, written hundreds of safety plans, and defended countless businesses in OSHA proceedings. Our depth of experience means we've already seen and solved whatever challenge you're facing. We know what OSHA inspectors look for because we've been on both sides of the table — and that insight is invaluable when building your safety program or your defense.
This is something no other safety consulting firm in LA County offers. Our licensed nurse brings clinical healthcare expertise to every engagement — from infection control programs that actually prevent outbreaks, to occupational health assessments that catch medical issues early, to injury response protocols that protect both your employees and your legal interests. It's a unique advantage that makes everything we do more thorough.
We're not a national firm where you're assigned a junior associate. Based right here in Arcadia, we serve all of Los Angeles County with the speed and personal attention of a neighbor. When you call McNeil Safety Consulting, you speak with Michael directly. When you need someone on-site for an emergency, we can be there the same day. Your business gets our full, personal attention.
From prevention and training to investigation and violation defense — we handle everything under one roof. That means no juggling multiple vendors, no miscommunication between providers, and no gaps in your protection. One team, one point of contact, one relationship built on trust. When everything is integrated, nothing falls through the cracks, and you always know exactly who to call.
We've designed our process to get you protected as quickly and efficiently as possible. No bureaucracy, no runaround — just results.
Call us at (626) 546-9384 or fill out our contact form. We'll spend time understanding your specific situation, answer your questions, and help you determine which services will make the biggest difference for your business. There's no cost and no obligation — just honest advice.
We come to your workplace and conduct a thorough, hands-on evaluation. We walk your facility, observe operations, review existing documentation, interview key personnel, and identify every hazard and compliance gap. You'll receive a detailed written report of our findings with prioritized recommendations.
Based on our assessment, we develop a tailored plan that addresses your specific risks, satisfies all regulatory requirements, and fits your budget and timeline. We explain everything clearly, answer all your questions, and make sure you understand exactly what we'll do and why.
We don't just hand you a binder and walk away. We help you implement every recommendation, train your team, and provide ongoing support for as long as you need us. We're always a phone call away when new challenges arise — and most clients keep us on as their go-to safety partner for years.
Every business we work with has a story. Here are a few examples of how our expertise has made a real, measurable difference for our clients.
A mid-size general contractor received multiple serious citations after an OSHA inspection of a commercial construction project. They were facing nearly $87,000 in proposed penalties. We reviewed every citation, identified weaknesses in OSHA's case, and developed a comprehensive defense strategy. We represented the client through the informal conference and negotiation process.
A skilled nursing facility in the San Gabriel Valley had received repeated deficiency findings from the California Department of Public Health related to their infection control practices. Staff turnover made the problem worse. We brought in our Licensed Nurse, developed a comprehensive infection control program, and retrained the entire staff.
A commercial property owner was dealing with a tenant situation that required detailed industrial hygiene documentation for legal proceedings. We conducted comprehensive air quality testing, mold inspection, and environmental assessment, and produced a professional industrial hygiene report that met all evidentiary standards.
Our clients stay with us for years because we deliver results. Here's what they have to say about working with McNeil Safety Consulting.
"Michael completely transformed our safety program. Before working with him, we were constantly worried about OSHA inspections. Now we actually look forward to them because we know we're fully compliant. The IIPP and safety plans he wrote are incredibly thorough, and our employees take safety seriously for the first time. Worth every penny."
"We received a CAL/OSHA citation with a proposed penalty that could have crippled our small business. Michael reviewed everything, found several issues with how the inspection was conducted, and built a strong defense. He got the penalties reduced by more than 75%. More importantly, he put a compliance program in place so we'd never be in that position again."
"The infection control program McNeil developed for our skilled nursing facility has been a game-changer. Having an actual licensed nurse involved — not just a safety consultant reading from a manual — made all the difference. Our staff is better trained, our protocols are stronger, and our CDPH survey results have been excellent. I recommend Michael to every facility administrator I know."
"We needed a SWPPP for a large grading project in the San Gabriel Valley and Michael delivered one of the most thorough plans I've ever seen. He came to the site, assessed every drainage path, selected the right BMPs, and had the plan ready in less than a week. We passed our first SWRCB audit with zero findings. He saved us from what could have been tens of thousands in fines and project delays."
"Our manufacturing plant stores several reportable chemicals and we were completely lost when it came to HMBP and CERS reporting. Michael handled everything — the chemical inventory, the site maps, the emergency procedures, and the actual CERS submission. When the CUPA inspector came through, he said our plan was one of the most complete he'd reviewed. That kind of peace of mind is priceless."
"Michael wrote our HASP for a contaminated soil remediation project and it was incredibly detailed. He addressed every chemical hazard, laid out clear PPE protocols, and included an air monitoring plan that our environmental consultant was impressed with. The workers felt safe, the regulators were satisfied, and the project ran without a single safety incident. Highly recommend."
"We own a chain of auto repair shops across LA County and had no idea how out of compliance we were until Michael did a full assessment. He wrote our IIPP, set up our HazCom program, handled our HMBP filing, trained every employee, and now manages our annual updates. Our insurance premiums dropped and we haven't had a single workers' comp claim in over a year. Michael is the real deal."
"After a near-miss incident on our warehouse floor, we knew we needed professional help. Michael came out the same day I called, assessed everything, and had a complete safety plan in our hands within a week. His forklift training program alone has made our warehouse a completely different place. The guys actually pay attention during his sessions — that tells you everything about how good he is."
"As a property management company, we deal with tenant complaints about mold, air quality, and habitability issues constantly. Michael has been our go-to industrial hygienist for three years now. His reports are incredibly thorough, always stand up in court, and he explains everything in plain English so our attorneys and tenants both understand the findings. Responsive, professional, and fair pricing."
Got questions? We've got answers. If you don't see your question here, call us at (626) 546-9384 — we're always happy to help.
We are headquartered in Arcadia, California and serve the entirety of Los Angeles County. This includes Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Long Beach, Torrance, Downey, Pomona, downtown LA, the San Gabriel Valley, the San Fernando Valley, the South Bay, and everywhere in between. For larger projects or ongoing consulting relationships, we are available to travel anywhere in Southern California.
Our pricing depends on the scope and complexity of your needs. We provide free initial consultations and transparent, itemized quotes with no hidden fees. We offer one-time project pricing as well as ongoing retainer arrangements for clients who want a continuous safety partner. The most important thing to consider: the cost of our services is almost always a small fraction of what a single OSHA violation, workers' comp claim, or lawsuit would cost your business. Our clients consistently tell us that working with us is one of the best investments they've ever made.
Call us immediately at (626) 546-9384. Time is critical — you typically have only 15 working days to contest an OSHA citation. The sooner we begin reviewing your case, the stronger your defense will be. We will conduct a thorough analysis of every citation, evaluate your legal options, and develop a strategy to minimize or eliminate penalties. With over 35 years of experience in OSHA proceedings, we have an extensive track record of achieving significant penalty reductions for our clients. Don't try to handle this alone — the process is complex and the stakes are too high.
Absolutely. We deliver all of our training programs on-site at your facility so your employees don't lose travel time and the training can incorporate your specific workplace conditions, equipment, and hazards. We offer OSHA 10 and 30-hour courses, hazard communication, fall protection, forklift certification, confined space, first aid/CPR/AED, and many more. We also create custom training programs tailored to the unique risks of your operation. Every class is hands-on and engaging — because training that people sleep through doesn't prevent injuries.
An Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) is a written safety plan required by California law (Title 8, Section 3203) for every employer in the state — regardless of size. Even a one-employee business must have one. The IIPP must include management commitment, hazard identification procedures, accident investigation protocols, hazard correction tracking, employee training documentation, and communication procedures. A missing or inadequate IIPP is one of the most common Cal/OSHA citations, and it's often one of the first things inspectors check. We write custom IIPPs that are comprehensive, practical, and designed to pass inspection — not generic templates downloaded from the internet.
Same-day response is our standard for emergencies. When you're facing an OSHA inspection, a serious workplace injury, or a citation deadline, we understand that every hour counts. Call us at (626) 546-9384 and we will prioritize your situation immediately. As a local Arcadia-based firm serving Los Angeles County, we can be on-site quickly when it matters most.
Three critical differences. First, you get Michael McNeil's personal attention on every project — 35+ years of experience working directly on your behalf, not a recently certified junior consultant. Second, we have a State Licensed Nurse on staff, which gives us healthcare expertise that pure safety firms don't have. Third, as a local LA County firm, we're more responsive, more accessible, and more invested in your success than a national company that treats you as one of thousands of accounts. Our clients stay with us for years because they see the difference personal attention and deep experience make.
Yes. We regularly assist property owners with industrial hygiene assessments and reports that support habitability and eviction proceedings. Our work includes comprehensive air quality testing, mold inspection, asbestos and lead paint surveys, and detailed written reports that meet evidentiary standards for California courts. If you're a landlord dealing with a tenant situation that involves health and safety concerns, we can provide the professional documentation you need.
Whether you need a complete safety program, emergency OSHA violation defense, an industrial hygiene assessment, employee training, background checks, or simply want a professional to evaluate your current safety practices — we're here to help. Your first consultation is always free, and there's never any obligation.
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