SafetyGuardian October 2023

“Luck runs out but safety is good for life.”

– Unknown

Trivia Question

Mental health challenges among workers can impact workplace safety. Based on research and data from a variety of sources, which of the following statements regarding mental health is true?

Based on research conducted by the American Psychological Association, workers performing manual labor reported a lower likelihood of mental health problems impacting their goals than administrative and managerial workers.
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, in 2021 approximately 23% of U.S. adults were dealing with some form of mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder.
The prevalence of mental health disorders is highest among Americans aged 26-49.
Data collected by the CDC indicates that the suicide rate among Americans hit an all-time high in 2021.

Answer

Answer: B. Join Holli Singleton for this month’s Timeout for Safety (Wednesday, October 18 at 2 p.m.) to explore more about mental health as a workplace safety concern.

Timeout for Safety

Our next Timeout for Safety is Wednesday, October 18 at 2 p.m. This month’s Timeout will feature information related to how workers and worker safety is impacted by mental health. 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

November 15, 2023, 2 p.m.
December 13, 2023, 2 p.m.

Trainer Toolbox

Opportunity to participate in a research project!

We are partnering with West Virginia University Safety and Health Extension, and their OSHA Training Institute Education Center (OTIEC), in a study that entails collecting information about the Outreach Training 10-Hour Construction course. This will be accomplished by surveying both Outreach trainers and their students.

All surveys will be conducted online, and feedback will be kept confidential. Trainers who participate will receive a $100 gift card! If you are currently authorized in the Construction Industry, regularly teach the 10-Hour course, and are interested, please let us know! You can do so by emailing us at southeasternoti@ncsu.edu.

IMPORTANT- OSHA Outreach Training Program Update

Effective October 1, 2023, the cost of Outreach Training student completion cards will increase to $10 per card and $25 per replacement card. Initiated by the OSHA Office of Training and Education, this price adjustment (the first since 2017) will be implemented by all OSHA Training Institute Education Centers.

Additionally, OSHA plans to conduct biennial reviews using the Consumer Price Index to determine the need for future price adjustments.

For questions, please contact us at southeasternoti@ncsu.edu or 919.515.5358.

Manufacturing Month – Safety Matters (OTI Courses)

October is Manufacturing Month, a time to celebrate and showcase the importance of the manufacturing industry in our economy. As we recognize the achievements and innovations in this sector, it is crucial also to emphasize the importance of safety in manufacturing.

Manufacturing is an industry that involves various processes, machinery, and equipment. These elements can pose potential risks and hazards to workers if proper safety measures are not in place. Learn how Southeastern OTI can help address your organization’s safety and health concerns »

Zoom Training

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 2225 Respiratory Protection
October 24–27 | Raleigh, NC

During the course, participants will learn the essential elements of a respiratory protection program, including the proper selection, use, and inspection of respiratory protective equipment. Topics covered include respirator terminology, OSHA Respiratory Protection Standards, NIOSH certification, respiratory protection programs, and medical evaluation requirements.

OSHA 501 Trainer Course for General Industry
November 14–17 | Irmo, SC

Successful completion of this course results in participants becoming OSHA-authorized trainers in OSHA’s Outreach Training Program. Authorized trainers can conduct both 10-hour and 30-hour general industry classes that provide training to workers and employers on the recognition, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards in workplaces along with information regarding workers’ rights, employer responsibilities, and how to file a workplace safety complaint. OSHA-authorized trainers are able to issue 10 and 30-hour course completion cards to participants.

ISO 45001:2018 Internal Auditor Training
December 11-12 | Raleigh, NC

This 2-day course will cover the basic requirements of conducting an internal audit of an organization’s Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) according to ISO 45001:2018. This workshop will discuss the fundamentals of the ISO 45001 standard and auditing skills.