SafetyGuardian January 2023

“The safety of the people shall be the highest law.”
– Marcus Tullius Cicero

Trivia Question

Each year OSHA and other federal agencies create a plan outlining the regulatory projects on which they are working. Which of the following is not on OSHA’s current regulatory agenda?

A possible update of General Industry standards to address the hazards and concerns facing emergency responders.
Changing 29 CFR 1926.95 to specify how PPE used in construction should fit.
Updating the recordkeeping standard (29 CFR 1904) to provide a clearer definition of “amputation.”
Reviewing the need to develop a standard for preventing heat illness.

Answer

Answer: C. The definition of the term “amputation” stands as is! However, there are a lot of other interesting plans outlined on OSHA’s current Regulatory Agenda. We will be taking a look at some of them during our January 18 Timeout for Safety session.

(Left Picture) Mac McNulty (Far Left) and Glenn Clapp (Far Right) with their class of MESH professionals May 17, 2022 – Greensboro, NC. (Right Picture) Lance McClure (Second from Left) with his class of MESH professionals October 4, 2022 – Raleigh, NC

The Manager of Environmental Safety and Health (MESH) Certificate Program is designed for environmental, safety and health professionals who want to improve their practical knowledge while earning a valuable credential.

Timeout for Safety

Our next Timeout for Safety is Wednesday, January 18 at 2 p.m. This month’s Timeout will feature information on OSHA’s current regulatory agenda. The agenda includes plans to update existing standards and the potential development of new standards! As always, everyone is encouraged to bring questions and ideas to discuss with fellow safety professionals in an informal but informative session.

Save the Zoom link below and join the session on the scheduled date and time.

https://ncsu.zoom.us/j/99470762385

Upcoming Sessions

Jan 18, 2023 02:00 PM
Feb 15, 2023 02:00 PM
Mar 15, 2023 02:00 PM
Apr 19, 2023 02:00 PM
May 17, 2023 02:00 PM
Jun 21, 2023 02:00 PM
Jul 19, 2023 02:00 PM
Aug 16, 2023 02:00 PM
Sep 20, 2023 02:00 PM
Oct 18, 2023 02:00 PM
Nov 15, 2023 02:00 PM
Dec 13, 2023 02:00 PM

Trainer Toolbox

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Winter Weather Safety

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OSHA’s Most Frequently Cited Serious Violations – Fiscal Year 2022

Workplace accidents happen every day. Injuries can range from minor cuts and bruises to serious ones such as broken bones or head trauma. The human and financial costs associated with these injuries vary depending on the severity of the injury but even the most minor incidents could signify major neglect of health and safety regulations. View the 10 Ten Most Frequently Cited Serious Violations of 2022 »

Zoom Practice Sessions

Need some Zoom practice? Come check equipment, learn some features of Zoom, ask questions about upcoming courses and more in our upcoming Zoom Practice Sessions.

For a list of upcoming sessions visit: ies.ncsu.edu/courses/zoom-practice-sessions

Featured Courses

OSHA 7510 Introduction to OSHA for Small Businesses
February 7, 2023 | Virtual

This course covers an introduction to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the OSH Act for owners and managers of small businesses.

OSHA 502 Update for Construction Industry Outreach Trainers
February 15-17, 2023 | Virtual

This course provides an update for currently authorized OSHA Construction Industry Outreach Trainers on topics such as OSHA construction industry standards, policies and regulations. Construction industry outreach trainers are required to attend this course once every four years to maintain trainer status.

OSHA 503 Update for General Industry Outreach Trainers
February 15-17, 2023 | Virtual

This course provides an update for currently authorized OSHA General Industry Outreach Trainers on topics such as OSHA general industry standards, policies and regulations. General industry outreach trainers are required to attend this course once every four years to maintain trainer status.

(NEW!) Auditing Skills for Safety Professionals
May 17, 2023 | Greensboro, NC
October 4, 2023 | Raleigh, NC

This course is beneficial for safety and health managers and anyone involved with conducting safety audits or inspections for their organization – plant and facility engineers, maintenance staff, individuals serving on an organization’s safety committee or inspection team, and others who want to sharpen their skills related to hazard identification in the workplace.