June 2020 Quicktakes
June 2020 OSHA Quicktakes COVID-19: Respirator Use OSHA released a new video and poster (available in English and Spanish) with step-by-step instructions on how to properly wear and remove a respirator. OSHA NEWSLETTER https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oU4stQgCtV8 Meatpacking and Processing Safety During the Pandemic The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary […]
May 2020 Quicktakes
May 2020 OSHA Quicktakes covid-19 edition Coronavirus Response A new OSHA chart outlines safety steps to take based on worker exposure risk by industry. Workers have the right to report an unsafe workplace during the COVID-19 pandemic. OSHA NEWSLETTER COVID-19 Quick Tips Videos Three new animated videos provide quick tips on social distancing, disinfecting workplaces, […]
April 2020 Quicktakes
April 2020 OSHA Quicktakes The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health is seeking public comments on the development of a workplace supported recovery program for opioid and substance use. “OSHA does not endorse, takes no responsibility for, and exercises no control over the linked organization or its views, or contents, nor does it vouch […]
March 2020 Quicktakes
March 2020 OSHA Quicktakes Region 10 – Alliance Agreement – January 10, 2020 The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Boise Area Office and The Dennis Technical Education Center (DTEC) recognize the value of establishing a collaborative relationship to foster good safety and health practices and programs to improve American workplaces. […]
February 2020 Quicktakes
February 2020 OSHA Quicktakes Wagner-Meinert LLC Recognized for Outstanding Safety Practices by the State of Tennessee Tennessee OSHA Assistant Commissioner Wendy Fisher recognized Wagner-Meinert LLC of Nashville, Tennessee, for its initial certification as a TOSHA Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) site, a designation the location earned in 2019. This program recognizes small business employers […]
January 2020 Quicktakes
January 2020 OSHA Quicktakes 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 […]
December 2019 quicktakes
December 2019 OSHA Quicktakes Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Loren Sweatt focused on OSHA’s balanced approach during her address at the Pennsylvania Governor’s Safety and Health Conference. Good afternoon. Thank you for inviting me to speak with you today. For 93 years, Pennsylvanians have come together at this conference to discuss workplace safety and health in […]
November 2019 Quicktakes
November 2019 OSHA Quicktakes U.S. Department of Labor Awards Susan Harwood Workplace Safety and Health Training Grants to Assist in Educating Workers and Employers The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has awarded approximately $10.5 million in Susan Harwood federal safety and health training grants to 79 nonprofit organizations nationwide. The […]
October 2019 Quicktakes
October 2019 OSHA Quicktakes An alliance with the poultry industry focuses on reducing and preventing key industry hazards to keep workers safe. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently signed an alliance with the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, National Chicken Council and National Turkey Federation, known as the Poultry […]
September 2019 Quicktakes
September 2019 OSHA Quicktakes Safe + Sound Week OSHA kicks off Safe + Sound Week on August 12, joining businesses and organizations nationwide to recognize the importance and successes of workplace safety and health programs. “The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) will join businesses and organizations nationwide to recognize the […]
