Top Workplace Safety News for June 2024
Severe Weather Is Here! Where’s Your EAP?
The best way to protect yourself and your coworkers during a severe weather emergency is to have an emergency action plan (EAP) in place. A written EAP document is required by OSHA standards to facilitate and organize actions during workplace emergencies.
A Construction Safety Culture That Works
Construction safety culture can transform by prioritizing leadership, employee engagement and proactive measures beyond traditional rules and procedures. A recent article at OH&S tells how.
5S Lean For Construction Sites
The principles of 5S / Lean minimize waste and emphasize efficient workflows. Learn more about this workplace approach and how to implement 5S on your construction sites.
New at ComplianceSigns:
Helmets Required Signs
Helmets are replacing hard hats on construction sites and in other workplaces. We have top-quality, US-made helmet signs and labels with bold text and colors to attract attention. All meet OSHA 29 CFR 1910.145 and ANSI Z535 requirements.
Practice Pool Chemical Safety
The pool chemicals that make pools safe to swim in also send thousands of people to the emergency room every year – and nearly half the victims are children. This article offers expert advice on essential pool chemical safety for private and public pools.
Safety Tip:
Emergency Preparedness Tips
If your business was faced with fire, severe weather or another emergency, would your employees be safe? Your workers are counting on you to comply with OSHA regulations and more. Check these nine tips to be ready for emergencies.
June Workplace Safety Notes:
New Report Identifies Industrial Safety Gaps
A survey or more than 600 industrial professionals found “significant gaps in worker education and safety precautions.” Learn more.
New Indoor Heat Standard Adopted in California
Cal/OSHA’s Heat Illness Prevention in Indoor Places of Employment regulation applies to most indoor workplaces, such as restaurants, warehouses, and manufacturing facilities. Learn more.
Free Resources for National Safety Month
June has been national Safety Month, and free resources are still available from the NSC on the four weekly topics. Learn more.
Safety & Compliance Event Calendar
Use our new safety events calendar to keep up on safety celebrations, observances and critical regulatory deadlines throughout the year. View the Safety Calendar.
Upcoming Safety Webinars Presented by OH&S
• June 27 – OSHA and Heat Stress
• July 10 – General Fall Protection Program Requirements
• July 17 – Does Your HazCom Training Meet OSHA Requirements?
• July 25 – Considerations for Head and Fall Protection
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