October 17, 2019 • Volume 18, Issue 19 • A twice-monthly newsletter with information about workplace safety and health.
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Understanding OSHA Inspections
A new video explains the OSHA inspection process and how the agency is helping to protect workers from workplace hazards.
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Improving Safety Training
OSHA is seeking public input on how to improve access to online classes through the agency’s Outreach Training Program.
Proposed Beryllium Rule
OSHA is proposing revisions to its beryllium standards to better protect workers in the shipyard and construction industries.
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Small Business Reduces Injuries
OSHA recognized a steel manufacturer for safety excellence after working with the On-Site Consultation Program to reduce injury rate.
Opioid Outreach
OSHA is raising awareness on how to implement a workplace program on opioids.
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Keeping Workers Safe in Trenches
OSHA participated in the Washington Trench-Safety Summit to provide compliance assistance on protecting workers from trenching hazards.
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Confined Space Violations
Petroleum refiner and contractor fined $106,080 following a worker fatality.
Read about more OSHA enforcement cases.
Protecting Workers' Hearing
October is National Protect Your Hearing Month, and OSHA has resources to keep workers safe from occupational noise exposure.
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Taxi Driver Safety
A new fact sheet focuses on keeping taxi drivers safe.