Over the past few years, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and National Institutes of Health (NIH) have gotten a lot of attention, due to the public health threat of the pandemic. However, now that many workplaces are returning to previous operations, another agency deserves some attention: the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA is the federal agency that sets and enforces safety and health standards, and ensures safe working conditions in United States workplaces. OSHA also provides training and education, and conducts inspections, to make sure employers are complying with regulations. When accidents do occur, the agency investigates them, and enforces penalties if they find regulatory violations. OSHA’s mission is to prevent work-related injuries, illnesses and deaths by promoting safe and healthy workplaces. Why We Need for a Safety Reboot? Many organizations changed significantly in the last two years to implement public health measures, to address worker shortages, …

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OSHA10 training is the training on safety and health that employers are required to provide for members of their workforces. Training requirements vary according to the nature of each business’s activities and the OSHA standards that apply. For example, in the healthcare industry, OSHA training will likely include some or all the following subjects: Emergency Action Plans Fire Prevention Plans Occupational Noise Exposure Hazardous Materials Personal Protective Equipment Bloodborne Pathogens Ionizing Radiation Hazard Communication Walking and Working Surfaces Safe Patient Handling Similar to the HIPAA training requirements, it is necessary for training on some standards to be provided to all members of the workforce, and for training on other standards to be provided to just the members of the workforce exposed to certain hazards. For example, all Medicare and Medicaid providers are required to comply with CMS’ Emergency Preparedness Requirement. To comply with the OSHA10 training requirements for emergency action …

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If I’ve heard it once, I’ve heard it a thousand times! An employer will call and say “My supervisors all need their OSHA 10 30 training certification”. Or, during an OSHA training class someone tells me “Our employees are all OSHA certified for fire extinguisher use” or “to operate a forklift” or whatever. But the plain truth of the matter is, OSHA does not, I repeat, does not “certify” anyone for anything I believe the confusion stems from two things. First of all, terms such as OSHA certification or OSHA certified are part of the jargon used in many trades as well as in the health and safety field, and it’s hard to get people to quit using these terms inappropriately. But I believe the primary cause of this misuse of the terms “OSHA certified” and “OSHA certification” is due to people misunderstanding what OSHA standards and policies actually say about …

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OSHA 10 requirements are the training standards for workers. OSHA 10 requirements are the training standards for workers who are involved in certain hazardous occupations. The OSHA 10-hour course is designed to provide basic awareness and prevention on recognizing and preventing hazards in the workplace. Here are some of the main topics covered by the OSHA 10 requirements: Introduction to OSHA This section introduces the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), its mission, history, and authority. It also explains the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees under the OSH Act, and how to file a complaint or report a hazard to OSHA. General Safety and Health Provisions General Safety and Health Provisions. This section covers the general safety and health rules that apply to all construction workers, such as housekeeping, fire protection, personal protective equipment, and sanitation. Fall Protection This section covers the hazards and prevention of falls from …

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Whether you’re just starting out in the construction industry or you’re looking to up your game, you’ll need to know all about construction site safety. In this blog, we’ll discuss why safety is so important and let you in on the top five need-to-knows. 1. IS SAFETY IMPORTANT IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY? With proper management of construction site hazards, employers and workers can minimize risks at the workplace. In doing so, we prevent injuries and fatalities. You may be asking yourself, what is safety in the construction industry? There are a lot of things to consider so the answer may not be clear. To put it in a nutshell, construction work comes with many safety hazards and dangers. Therefore, the construction industry is governed by strict workplace health and safety regulations. You can get informed about construction site safety by reading materials online, by taking building and construction courses or …

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Construction can be a good career choice for people who enjoy working with their hands, being outdoors, and building things. It offers a wide range of career paths and job titles, and can be lucrative with many skilled tradespeople earning high salaries. It’s important to note that construction work can be physically demanding and even dangerous at times, requiring a certain level of skill and training. Construction work offers a wide range of career paths and job titles. Some common construction jobs include carpenter, electrician, plumber, welder, and heavy equipment operator. Each of these jobs requires a different set of skills and qualifications, and they can offer different levels of pay and job security. Overall, whether construction is a good career choice for someone depends on their interests, skills, and goals. This article will explore whether construction is a good career choice and  highlight the best states to be a …

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OSHA stands for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. It’s a federal agency that was founded alongside the Occupational Safety & Health Act of 1970. The OSH Act sought to protect the rights of workers and to offer long-term solutions for regulating workplace hazards. Following the successful implementation of the OSH Act, Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA. The sole mission of OSHA is “to assure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance.” OSHA is a division of the U.S. Department of Labor, whose administrators report directly to the Secretary of Labor.  Each state has the option of developing their own OSHA-approved state-run programs that focus directly on job safety and health. Other states choose to have their workers covered by federal OSHA regulations.  4 things about OSHA are 1. …

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Training is a mandatory requirement for OSHA compliance, however, it can be a daunting task to figure out who needs OSHA training, what type, and how long the program should be based on job role.  Below, we break down different types of OSHA training and who needs what, when, and how. Why Is OSHA Training necessary? Since 1971, OSHA has adopted and enforced safety standards to protect workers from work-related injury, illness, and death.  As part of their mission, employers have to train employees on how to do their job safely. They must be taught about OSHA safety standards and how to comply. The requirement is not theoretical, as OSHA compliance officers WILL check that mandated training is up to date during an inspection.  They have to verify that employees received appropriate training, that they understood it, and that the training adequately addressed the “requirements and intent” of the OSHA standards.  …

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