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OSHA awards $12.7M in safety and health training grants

Washington — OSHA has issued $12.7 million in safety and health training grants to 102 nonprofit organizations, via its Susan Harwood Training Grant Program.




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Improve your sleep quality: Free training for workers and supervisors

Portland, OR — An “evidence-based program designed to help supervisors support their employees’ work-life balance and sleep health” is available from the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences.




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Shift work may alter brain-regulated hormones, making workers hungry: study

Bristol, England — Why do shift workers often deal with hunger pangs?





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Drain cover

The PIG DrainBlocker Drain Cover is designed to seal off floor or storm drains entirely so no unwanted liquids get into the water supply.





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Mental health resources and training ‘underutilized’ in civil construction industry: report

Hamilton, NJ — Leaders and workers in the civil construction industry lack training and resources on addressing and promoting mental health, according to a recent report published by Dodge Data & Analytics.




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Safety leadership for residential construction: Free training from CPWR

Silver Spring, MD — A new training program from CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training is aimed at helping residential construction supervisors improve their communication and leadership skills.




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OSHA to host training event in July on federal worker safety

Washington – OSHA is scheduled to conduct a training event July 29-31 for federal agency staff responsible for workplace safety and health issues.




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Free OSHA training available for federal employees in charge of safety and health

Washington — OSHA will conduct a free, three-day training event for federal employees who are responsible for their agencies’ workplace safety and health.




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‘Ergonomics for Drivers’: Washington L&I releases online training

Tumwater, WA — A new online training course from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries is intended to enhance safety and comfort for all drivers.




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‘Brainstorm’ e-tool targets sprain and strain hazards

Tumwater, WA — Preventing sprains and strains on the job is the aim of a new online tool from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.




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Bill aimed at rescinding entry-level driver training rule

Washington — A group of House Republicans is moving to repeal a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration final rule that stipulates minimum training requirements for entry-level truck drivers.




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House bill aimed at preventing catastrophic train derailments

Washington — House Democrats have introduced legislation that would make changes to “how, when and where” hazardous materials are transported by railroads.




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First responders need training on EV-related emergencies, lawmaker says

Washington — Legislation recently introduced in the Senate is aimed at ensuring firefighters and other workers are properly trained to respond to emergencies involving electric vehicles.




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Forklift safety training is critical

Forklifts are commonplace around construction sites, warehouses and factories. But these powered industrial trucks can be deadly if used improperly, and they require respect and diligence for safe operation.




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Online electrical safety training

Danatec’s Electrical Safety Training System NFPA 70E Online Training focuses on workplace electrical safety and the application of industry-accepted best practice consensus-based standards to effectively manage arc flash and electrical shock hazards.





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Grainger

Think Safety. Think Grainger®. Grainger has the products, services and resources to help keep your people and facility safe. Visit www.grainger.com/safety1 to request a free copy of our safety catalog. From PPE and first aid to lockout/tagout, it’s packed with the products you need to safeguard your crew.

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2016 Training Survey

How much should an organization spend on training? How should that training be presented? Safety professionals across a variety of industries participated in Safety+Health’s inaugural Training Survey to provide answers.




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Working in the rain

The potential hazards present on a worksite can be exacerbated during inclement conditions such as rain. Working in the rain can cause slippery surfaces and limited visibility.




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FACE Report: Roofer falls 30 feet from rain-slick roof

A 45-year-old roofer died after he fell 30 feet from a rain-slick roof of an apartment building under construction.




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OSHA renews Local Emphasis Program on grain handling inspections in Idaho

Boise, ID — As a result of “continuing incidences of fatalities and injuries” at grain handling facilities within the jurisdiction of its Boise area office, OSHA on Dec. 31 renewed a Local Emphasis Program focused on inspections at these facilities.




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Provide safe on-the-job training

On-the-job training can be helpful for new employees, for those who switch job roles, or when your organization begins using new equipment or methods. However, such training requires special attention, according to the National Safety Council.




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The importance of training new employees

Safety and health training should begin as soon as employees are hired, the National Safety Council states, because workers generally will be open to ideas and information about how their new organization operates.




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Hazcom training

In recent years, Hazard Communication has been OSHA’s most frequently cited standard in general industry. Where are employers going wrong?




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Sexual Harassment Prevention: 3 Tips for Effective Training

This detailed white paper will help you increase the impact of your sexual harassment prevention training.




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Forklifts: Safe Operation and Training

This newly updated white paper includes valuable safety and compliance tips from J. J. Keller experts on important forklift topics such as equipment design, modifications/additions, operator training and more.




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2022 Training Survey

How much do employers spend on training? What types do they use? The results of the 2022 Safety+Health Training Survey are in.




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OSHA Safety Training Basics: What You Need to Know

This free white paper contains useful tips and insights from J. J. Keller experts to help you understand the training requirements that apply to your organization. It covers important topics such as OSHA expectations, refresher training, recordkeeping and more.




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Top OSHA Training Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Download a new white paper featuring valuable tips and insights from J. J. Keller’s experts to ensure your OSHA training program is effective and compliant. Learn how to identify your training needs, avoid common missteps and more.




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Sexual Harassment Prevention: 3 Tips for Effective Training

This white paper features helpful tips from J. J. Keller’s human resources experts, covering important sexual harassment prevention training topics such as the bystander approach, teaching civility, individual state training requirements and more.




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2023 Training Survey

How much do employers spend on training? What types do they use? The results of the 2023 Safety+Health Training Survey are in.




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2024 Training Survey

How much do employers spend on training? What types do they use? Check out the results of our annual training survey.




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SPAN International Training, LLC

Booth #1563

SPAN is the world leader in safety professional exam preparation workshops and self-study workbooks. Take your career to the next level – get certified! (ASP, CSP, CHST, CHMM, OHST.)

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Drive safely in the rain

Rain can reduce or impair your view of the road, the Nevada Department of Transportation points out. Combined with reduced tire traction on wet roadways, “It’s easy to see that driving in the rain needs to be treated with extra caution.”




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Span International Training, LLC

Booth #2219

SPAN is the world leader in safety professional exam preparation workshops, self-study workbooks and software. Take your career to the next level – get certified (ASP, CSP, CHST, CHMM, OHST).

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Product information is provided by manufacturers. This publication has not independently tested manufacturers' products and cannot assume responsibility for the validity of product claims.




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Returning to work after a brain injury

After a brain injury, a person “may experience difficulty performing his or her job safely, or in the same manner,” according to the Brain Injury Association of America. “Some may find they need to find other employment, while others can request adaptions in their workplace to accommodate their new needs.”




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Preventing repetitive strain/stress injuries

If reaching, grabbing, clenching, twisting or bending causes pain, you may have a repetitive strain injury.




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Eyestrain 101

Whether it’s a work computer, a home laptop or our ever-present smartphones, chances are you stare at some type of screen for hours each day.




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Almost 25% of workers say their employers don’t offer COVID-19 safety training: survey

Bannockburn, IL — Nearly 1 out of 4 workers don’t receive training on COVID-19 safety guidelines, according to a recent survey commissioned by compliance company Stericycle.




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Better office ventilation may boost worker brain power

Boston — Improved air quality in offices can boost worker focus, response times and overall cognitive ability, researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health claim.




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Fire extinguisher training system

The BullsEye Laser-Driven Fire Extinguisher Training System uses self-generating digital flames to simulate class A, B and C fires.




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Driver safety training

Motor vehicle collisions are the leading cause of death in the workplace. Control your liability costs and reduce vehicle incident rates with DDC Online courses from the National Safety Council.




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Arc flash online training course

“Arc Flash Electrical Safety,” a nine-module online course series, is a convenient and affordable self-paced course designed to help individuals who may otherwise find it difficult to attend classes through a more traditional method.




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App for field training

Safety managers can keep worker training records up to date and accurate with Credential Verification Service’s new mobile app, which eliminates the errors and delays associated with paper sign-in sheets.




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Crane signaller training

The Signaller Training Station is a simulation-based solution that allows trainers to simultaneously engage multiple students in a single exercise.




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First responder training equipment

A new and improved R.A.C.E (Rescue, Alert, Confine, and Extinguish) Station is now available. It offers a variety of product options, such as an interactive emergency smartphone, pull station, electric cut-off, strobe light and annunciator, and a digital fire extinguisher stand. Each prop uses Bluetooth 5 technology to communicate between each other for up to 150 meters. The station can be used with a variety of LION training tools.




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CMV driver safety training

This bundled series of 15 commercial motor vehicle safety courses covers essential compliance topics. Intended for any employee who needs to regularly or occasionally operate a CMV, the interactive, driver-focused courses are designed to capture trainees’ attention and test their understanding of required concepts.