April 8, 2020 • Volume 19, Issue 6 • A twice-monthly newsletter with information about workplace safety and health.
Coronavirus Response
- A new OSHA chart outlines safety steps to take based on worker exposure risk by industry.
- Workers have the right to report an unsafe workplace during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Quick Tips Videos
Three new animated videos provide quick tips on social distancing, disinfecting workplaces, and industry risk factors to keep workers safe from COVID-19.
Stand-Up for Grain Safety
National Stand-Up for Grain Safety Week will host several online events April 13-20.
OSHA Leadership
Amanda Edens was named the new deputy assistant secretary for OSHA.
Fall Safety Stand-Down
The annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls is postponed until summer due to COVID-19.
Silica Protection
OSHA extended the National Emphasis Program on Respirable Crystalline Silica to protect workers.
Injury/Illness Posting
Reminder: Employers must post their Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses.
Small Business Improves Safety
A chrome manufacturing company reduced worker exposure to hexavalent chromium with help from OSHA’s On-Site Consultation Program.
OSHA Safety Partnerships
Alliances Promote Workplace Safety
Fall Protection Violations
A roofing contractor faces penalties of $114,294 for exposing workers to fall hazards.
Machine Guarding Violations
A manufacturer was fined $258,271 after a worker was seriously burned by moving machine parts.
Read about more OSHA enforcement cases.
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