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Workplace Violence and Active Shooter Emergency Preparedness and Response
Active Shooter Response Resources Active shooter response training has become an important part of keeping employees safe. Although the events in this scenario ...
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11/25/19
2019 Trench Safety Stand Down
June 17 to 21 The goal of Trench Safety Stand Down is to raise awareness of the dangers of, and to reduce the number of fatalities and injuries caused by ...
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06/14/19
Hurricane Preparedness for Businesses and Construction Sites
Hurricane Season is June 1 to November 30 Hurricane season is approaching soon and it is crucial to have an evacuation plan in place to ensure that workers can ...
Old Republic Contractors Insurance Group
05/27/19
Tornado Season is Upon Us
Tornadoes There should be a plan for each work location (main office, yard, job site) for your employees to follow in the event of a tornado. Several ...
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04/29/19
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Driving Safety It's extremely important to always have safety in mind when you're behind the wheel. The month of April has been deemed Distracted Driving ...
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04/12/19
New FAQs on Controlling Silica
Department of Labor OSHA News Release OSHA released new frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the agency's standard for controlling respirable crystalline silica. ...
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03/25/19
Diesel Exhaust/Diesel Particulate Matter
OSHA Hazard Alert Diesel powered equipment are used in a variety of industries including construction. Most heavy and medium-duty trucks are equipped with diesel ...
Old Republic Contractors Insurance Group
02/28/19
OSHA Provides Resources to Protect Workers from Falls
Compliance Assistance Resources to Address Workplace Falls Falls in the workplace continue to be the leading cause of worker fatalities. OSHA has compiled ...
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02/27/19
OSHA Statement Regarding Fake OSHA Cards
New Jersey Trainer Pleads Guilty to Selling More than 100 Fraudulent Cards OSHA requires strict adherence to training standards in order to provide an OSHA ...
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02/26/19
OSHA Form 300A Annual Posting Requirement
Reminder: Form must be posted between February 1 - April, 30 2019 Employers are to certify and post their 2018 OSHA 300 Form A at each establishment in a location ...
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02/08/19