June 12, 2020 • Volume 19, Issue 10 • A twice-monthly newsletter with information about workplace safety and health.
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Coronavirus Response
OSHA Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Loren Sweatt testified before Congress about the agency’s efforts to protect workers during the pandemic.
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COVID-19 Resources
- The latest OSHA Alerts provide recommended practices for stockroom and loading dock workers and on social distancing.
- New webpage launched for the construction industry.
Agricultural Guidance During the Pandemic
OSHA partnered with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on COVID-19 guidance for agricultural workers.
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Construction Safety
The Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health will meet on July 1.
Partnerships Protect Workers in Texas
Alliances Promote Workplace Safety
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Excavation Violations
A contractor was fined $134,937 for exposing workers to excavation hazards.
Chemical Processing Violations
A chemical manufacturer was issued $514,692 in penalties following a massive explosion and fire.
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Read about more OSHA enforcement cases.
COVID-19 Q&A
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, what should workers and employers to do stay safe while sheltering in place due to a tornado warning?
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- Update emergency supply kits with cloth face coverings, PPE, hand sanitizers, and disinfectant wipes.
- Find safe shelter immediately, COVID-19 should not prevent you from seeking shelter.
- Do your best to practice social distancing and use a face covering when sheltering-in-place.
- Tell your supervisor if you feel sick or are have COVID-19 symptoms.