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Nov 5, 2020
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CPWR - Work Safely with Silica

The Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR) is a nonprofit dedicated to reducing occupational injuries, illnesses, and fatalities in the construction industry. In 2010, CPWR, NIOSH, and OSHA formed a Research to Practice (r2p) Working Group to facilitate communication and action on critical safety and health issues facing the construction industry. The Working Group identified silica as a priority area for outreach efforts. CPWR developed a one-stop source of in

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OSHA Encourages Employers To Mark National Safe + Sound Week

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Aug 12, 2020
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OSHA Encourages Employers To Mark National Safe + Sound Week

"The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) encourages America's workplaces to commit to workplace safety and health by participating in Safe + Sound Week, Aug. 10-16, 2020. Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide event that recognizes the successes of workplace safety and health programs and offers information and ideas on how to keep America's workers safe. In 2019, more than 3,300 businesses helped raise awareness about workers' safety an

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Aug 6, 2020
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Safe + Sound Week starts on Monday!

"Last Reminder: Safe + Sound Week will be held from August 10-16, 2020. Please see the email chain below ( https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDOL/bulletins/297dd94 ). You still have time to be recognized as a leader in safety and health by registering your site’s Safe + Sound Week participation now. Online registration is quick, easy, and you can choose to register your site’s Safe + Sound Week event as Public or Private..." https://www.osha.gov/safeandsoundweek/#

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Did you know OSHA has a wallet card on protecting agricultural workers from COVID-19?

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Jul 30, 2020
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Did you know OSHA has a wallet card on protecting agricultural workers from COVID-19?

"Did You Know? OSHA has a wallet card (available in English and Spanish) that provides agricultural workers with information on how to stay safe from COVID-19 and report workplace hazards." Shared from OSHA's email update! #OSHA #AgriculturalSafety #COVID19Resources #COVID19Safety #CoronavirusResources #CoronavirusSafety #WorkplaceHazards

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Worker Safety and Health Remains U.S. Department of Labor Priority

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Jun 16, 2020
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Worker Safety and Health Remains U.S. Department of Labor Priority

"As more workplaces begin to reopen, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is reminding employers that worker safety remains a priority amid both coronavirus and common workplace hazards. In all phases of reopening, employers need to plan for potential hazards related to the coronavirus, as well as those stemming from routine workplace processes. Employers should be aware that the pandemic might increase employee stress, fatigue a

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CDC Guidance for Reopening Buildings After Prolonged Shutdown or Reduced Operation

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May 19, 2020
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CDC Guidance for Reopening Buildings After Prolonged Shutdown or Reduced Operation

"The temporary shutdown or reduced operation of a building and reductions in normal water use can create hazards for returning occupants. Two potential microbial hazards that should be considered prior to reopening after a period of building inactivity are mold and Legionella (the cause of Legionnaires’ disease). For mold, a “prolonged period” may be days, weeks, or months depending upon building-specific factors, season, and weather variables. For Legionella, a “prolonged

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Mar 11, 2020
1 min

8-Hour Hazwoper Refresher Training

If you missed the opportunity to take our 8-Hour Hazwoper Refresher training today, our next class is April 23rd! #Hazwoper #WorkplaceSafety #PPE #HazardousWaste #HealthHazards #WorkplaceHazards #Training

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OSHA Enforcement and Compliance Increases in 2019
To Keep America’s Workforce Safe

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Dec 5, 2019
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OSHA Enforcement and Compliance Increases in 2019 To Keep America’s Workforce Safe

"The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) fiscal year (FY) 2019 final statistics show a significant increase in the number of inspections and a record amount of compliance assistance to further the mission of ensuring that employers provide workplaces free of hazards. OSHA’s enforcement activities reflect the Department’s continued focus on worker safety. Federal OSHA conducted 33,401 inspections—more inspections than the previous

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Oct 21, 2019
1 min

Understanding OSHA Inspections

"A new video explains the OSHA inspection process and how the agency is helping to protect workers from workplace hazards." Shared from last week's OSHA QuickTakes. #OSHA #QuickTakes #OSHAInspections #WorkplaceHazards #WorkplaceSafety

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