Keeping Workers Safe from Heat Hazards

OSHA is urging employers to protect workers from heat-related illnesses and hazards. As we enter the summer season, warmer and more humid weather can increase the risk to workers both outdoors and in indoor workplaces with hot conditions. Learn how to keep workers safe by preventing heat hazards.

Suicide Prevention Resources

Suicide is a serious public health concern that can have lasting harmful effects on individuals, families, workplaces, and communities. A new webpage provides confidential resources to help identify the signs and how to get help.

Emergency Preparedness and Response

Natural disasters can create a variety of hazards for workers. Preparing for an emergency plays a vital role in ensuring that employers and workers have the necessary equipment, know where to go, and know how to stay safe when an emergency occurs. OSHA’s Emergency Preparedness and Response pageprovides information on how to prepare and train for emergencies and the hazards to be aware of during cleanup and recovery operations.

May 31 is National Heat Awareness Day

OSHA and the National Weather Service will team up on May 31 to encourage employers and workers to recognize the warning signs for heat illness and keep workers safe. Every year, there are dozens of preventable worker deaths and thousands more workers become ill from extreme heat or humid conditions. Visit OSHA’s website for information on the agency’s Heat Illness Prevention Campaign, and the National Weather Service website for heat safety tips and resources.

OSHA Requests Information on Possible Updates to the Lockout/Tagout Standard

OSHA is requesting comments on a possible update to the Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) standard. The agency is seeking information on how employers have been using control circuit devices and new risks of increased worker contact with robots. Comments must be submitted before August 18. Read the news release for more information.

#MySafeSummerJob Continues Through May 17

Join OSHA in raising awareness of ways to keep young workers safe at summer jobs. Slips, trips, and falls are the leading cause of injury to young workers. Most are easily preventable – some by taking simple steps to clean up spills, move clutter out of walkways, and wear proper footwear. #MySafeSummerJob includes materials for use by any organization in helping spread the word about the safety and health of young workers.

OSHA Training Institute (OTI) Education Center course offerings in Newark

Rutgers School of Public Heath - Center for Public Health Workforce Development  is offering two OSHA Training Institute (OTI) Education Center courses in October.

OSHA 7500: Introduction to Safety & Health Management  on October 17th, and 

OSHA 7505: Introduction to Accident Investigation  on October 18th.
The Newark location of Rutgers School of Public Health is directly adjacent to Newark Penn Station.

Featured Video: 5 Ways to Prevent Workplace Falls

This brief video provides a quick and clear reminder that thorough planning, proper training, and well-maintained equipment are crucial to protecting workers from falls.

Social Media Campaign Seeks to Keep Young Workers Safe on the Job

OSHA is partnering with worker safety organizations on #MySafeSummerJob, a social media campaign to educate young workers about their rights in the workplace, how to speak up about dangerous work conditions, and how to protect themselves on the job. Join OSHA, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division, and others over the next five weeks – April 15 through May 17 – to promote safety among young workers. Check out materials and ideas at the #MySafeSummerJob website.

Sixth Annual National Fall Stand-Down Begins May 6

Thousands of worksites will join OSHA and its partners for the annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction with events across the country from May 6-10. Employers and workers will pause during the workday to talk about fall hazards, OSHA compliance, and industry best practices to prevent falls in all workplaces. The lack of proper fall protection is the most frequently cited OSHA violation. Share your Stand-Down story on social media, with the hashtag: #StandDown4Safety.