news Volume 13 Issue 12
December 2015
OSHA Update
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he Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced that it will issue a final rule that may make safety incentive programs, which reward employees for low accident levels, illegal. This rule was sent recently to the Office of Management and Budget for review. OSHA has taken an administrative view on safety incentive programs, which can encourage employees to not report accidents or injuries. In 2010, OSHA began its Recordkeeping National Emphasis Program. OSHA will review employers’ OSHA 300 logs and compare them to workers compensation records, and inspectors were also advised that underreporting of accidents combined with the existence of an incentive program could result in a “serious “ or “willful” violation of OSHA’s recordkeeping standard. OSHA’s Employers should examine their programs to ensure they do not discourage the reporting of injuries. Employers should also review as to whether or not they are underreporting accidents, with special emphasis on accurate OSHA 300 logs.
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December 10, 2015 Pete Fierle, V.P. of Communications, Special Assistant to the President Pro Football Hall of Fame
“Building a Village: Update on the Pro Football Hall of Fame & Hall of Fame Village” Toys for Tots collection will be at this meeting see next page for details Spotlight Company:
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ROBIN’S CORNER By Robin Watson, Ohio BWC Representative
OSHA’s New Confined Space Standard for Construction Q: I’ve been following the General Industry Rule for Confined Space Entry. What is new or different about the new construction rule? A: There are 5 key differences in OSHA’s New Confined Space Standard for Construction: 1926.1200 Subpart AA, and several areas where OSHA has clarified existing requirements. The five new requirements include: 1. More detailed provisions requiring coordinated activities when there are multiple employers at the worksite. This will ensure hazards are not introduced into a confined space by workers performing tasks outside the space. An example would be a generator running near the entrance of a confined space causing a buildup of carbon monoxide within the space. 2. Requiring a competent person to evaluate the work site and identify confined spaces, including permit spaces. 3. Requiring continuous atmospheric monitoring whenever possible. 4. Requiring continuous monitoring of engulfment hazards. For example, when workers are performing work in a storm sewer, a storm upstream from the workers could cause flash flooding. An electronic sensor or observer posted upstream from the work site could alert workers in the space at the first sign of the hazard, giving the workers time to evacuate the space safely. 5. Allowing for the suspension of a permit, instead of cancellation, in the event of changes from the entry conditions list on the permit or an unexpected event requiring evacuation of the space. The space must be returned to the entry conditions listed on the permit before re-entry. What standard should I follow if my workers are doing construction AND general industry work in confined spaces? An employer whose workers are engaged in both construction and general industry work in confined spaces will meet OSHA requirements if that employer meets the requirements of 29 CFR 1926 Subpart AA – Confined Spaces in Con-
struction.
Upcoming Events February 16 : Crime Prevention Breakfast at Tozzi’s on 12th, 8:00 a.m. Fee March 9 – 11, 2016 Ohio Safety Congress Please Note: due to Ohio Safety Congress, our March Stark County Safety Council meeting has been moved to March 17th.
Click on the image to the right for more information on “Light Up Downtown”
Christmas is right around the corner. Once again the Stark County Safety Council will partner with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program and hold a toy drive. At the December 19th luncheon we will be collec ng new, unwrapped toys to be given to children less fortunate giving them the chance to experience the joy of Christmas. We encourage you to get your employees and co‐workers involved in the worthwhile cause. Thank you in advance for your extreme generosity.
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January 8, 2016 Chris Moffitt & Bob Thompson of Training Specifics, Inc. Topic: A.L.I.C.E. Alert Lockdown Information Counter Evacuation
Safety Council Officers & Contributing Members Chairman: Chris Zabel (czabel@USSafetyGear.com) Vice Chair: Mark Cush (mcush@youngtrucks.com) Newsletter Editor: Jacqueline Bollas Caldwell (jcaldwell@kwgd.com) Program Manager & Canton Regional Chamber Representative: Connie Cerny (conniec@cantonchamber.org)
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Ohio BWC Representatives: Robin Watson (robin.w.1@bwc.state.oh.us) and
Deb Bailey (Deborah.b.1@bwc.state.oh.us)
Class Schedule (North Canton) 339 E. Maple St. Suite 200 North Canton, OH 44720 Register at bwclearningcenter.com Division of Safety and Hygiene
Safety Series for Industry Workshop Module 3—Feb. 8— 1:00 p.m.—4:30 p.m. First Aid in the Workplace—Feb. 17—8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m. Safety Series for Industry Workshop Module 4—March 14—1:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Welding and Brazing Safety—March 15—8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. OSHA Recordkeeping Half-day Workshop—March 17—8:30 a.m.-Noon Accident Analysis Half day Workshop— March 17—1:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Restaurant & Food Service Safety Workshop—March 21-8:30 a.m.-noon Combustible Dust Hazards: Recognition, Evaluation & Control Recommendations—March 23— 8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m. First Aid in the Workplace—March 30—8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Controlling Workers’ Compensation Costs—March 31–8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Winter Safety
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By Gust Callas, Attorney, Black, McCuskey, Souers & Arbaugh & Stark County Safety Council Steering Committee member
inter is upon us, shorter days, longer nights and inclement weather require us to be prepared for Ohio’s winters. Vehicles should be appropriately winterized. Check your batteries, antifreeze and tires for appropriate inflation and tread. Two snow tires are good; four snow tires are better. Vehicles should be stocked with a portable shovel, blanket, jumper cables, kitty litter (traction), energy bars as well as a flashlight. Newer cars are not equipped with spare tires; therefore, make sure you have a good oncall service. Dress appropriately with layers; cover your extremities including a hat, gloves and suitable shoes. Two pairs of thin socks are better than one pair of thick socks.
With the days getting shorter don’t forget that Stark County is one of the leaders in the state for deer-automobile collisions. Finally, beware of pedestrian traffic in the streets, especially after a snow fall when sidewalks and walking areas have not been cleared. Be prepared and be safe.
Thank you from the Stark County Safety Council Dear Safety Council Friends, On behalf of the Stark County Safety Council, we want to extend our sincere thank you for your overwhelming generosity. At the November luncheon “you” filled three large boxes with hats and mittens to be handed out by the Canton Fire Department to needed families at the December 3rd Light Up Downtown festivities. Your kindness is truly appreciated by us but even more by those needy families in our community.
Stark County Safety Council November 2015 Meeting
November Spotlight Company Hospitality House