April 8, 2020 • Volume 19, Issue 6 • A twice-monthly newsletter with information about workplace safety and health.
![OSHA QuickTakes - OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health Administration](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20201218203023im_/https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/quicktakes/quicktakes-masthead-osha50.jpg)
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.
![Illustration of a coronavirus](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20201218203023im_/https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/quicktakes/coronavirus.jpg)
![Ensure at least 6 feet between work stations](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20201218203023im_/https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/quicktakes/6feetworkstations.jpg)
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.
![Stand Up4 Grain Safety - April 13-17, 2020](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20201218203023im_/https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/quicktakes/grainsafetystandup2020.jpg)
![Amanda Edens](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20201218203023im_/https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/quicktakes/amanda-edens-qt.jpg)
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.
![Construction workers](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20201218203023im_/https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/quicktakes/stand-down.jpg)
![Photograph of worker](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20201218203023im_/https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/quicktakes/silica-construction.jpg)
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.
![Florida state icon](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20201218203023im_/https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/quicktakes/florida_lg_transparent.png)
![Illinois state icon](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20201218203023im_/https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/quicktakes/illinois_lg_transparent.png)
Machine Guarding Violations
A manufacturer was fined $258,271 after a worker was seriously burned by moving machine parts.