2016 Safety Conference-Registration is now open

The conference will be held:
Monday, March 7, 2016, 7:30 am to 12:00 pm
Tuesday, March 8, 2016, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm
Drury Lane Conference Center
Oakbrook Terrace, IL

For more information about Safety Sessions, call CSC at  800-552-7744 .  For Exhibitor  and Sponsorship opportunities, or General  Admission Registration, call ASA Chicago at 847-827-8336 or visit www.asachicago.org.

Download the detailed information packet, 11 pages. The packet contains Construction Safety Sessions & Safety Session Overviews.

Register online at http://www.buildsafe.org/

View the video from the 2015 conference.

 
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CPWR—The Center for Construction Research and Training Ergonomics r2p Survey

CPWR would like to hear from contractors about their experiences preventing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) such as back and shoulder injuries.  MSDs caused by the repeated lifting and moving of heavy materials in awkward positions are a leading cause of injury in the construction industry.  Reducing these injuries can lead to greater productivity, lower workers’ compensation costs, and a healthier workforce.

CPWR is conducting this short (10 minute) confidential survey to learn more about the procedures and equipment that are used in the construction industry to assist workers during the lifting or carrying of heavy materials or tools.  The results of this survey will help inform future research needs and research to practice activities to prevent work-related MSDs. We are looking for a wide range of feedback, so you do not need to have a lot of experience with prevention to participate in the survey.

Your participation in this online survey is completely voluntary and confidential.  CPWR is required to protect the confidentiality of survey participants.  They will not collect any personal
information or make any attempt to connect responses back to the individuals surveyed.  The goal is to get your direct and candid input. 

To participate in this online survey, please go to http://tinyurl.com/ergo-survey.  You will be taken
directly to the survey.  If you have any difficulty accessing the survey, please contact Jennifer Schulz at CPWR at 301-495-8548. 

If you have any concerns about the confidentiality of your responses, please contact Eileen Betit at 301-495-8506.

Please complete the survey by February 2, 2016

2016 Safety Conference-Registration is now open

The conference will be held:
Monday, March 7, 2016, 7:30 am to 12:00 pm
Tuesday, March 8, 2016, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm
Drury Lane Conference Center
Oakbrook Terrace, IL

For more information about Safety Sessions, call CSC at  800-552-7744 .  For Exhibitor  and Sponsorship opportunities, or General  Admission Registration, call ASA Chicago at 847-827-8336 or visit www.asachicago.org.

Download the detailed information packet, 11 pages. The packet contains Construction Safety Sessions & Safety Session Overviews.

Register online at http://www.buildsafe.org/

View the video from the 2015 conference.

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What To Expect From OSHA In 2016 And Beyond

By Mark A. Lies, II, Patrick D. Joyce, and Adam R. Young

The New Year is here and with that comes yet another year of enhanced OSHA enforcement and new OSHA regulations. Further, due to the upcoming end of President Obama’s time in office , questions exist as to whether OSHA will continue with its aggressive agenda of enhanced enforcement with increased citations and greater penalties or whether OSHA will respond due to political pressure from the Congress. In either case, the New Year will bring new levels of uncertainty with the agency that we have not seen since the current Administration took office in 2009. This article will address OSHA’s current and upcoming enforcement initiatives and trends, all of which will affect employers in the coming year.

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Topics Covered
OSHA’S ENFORCEMENT INITIATIVES
INCREASED OSHA PENALTIES
INCREASED USE OF THE GENERAL DUTY CLAUSE
OSHA TO REDUCE RELIANCE ON PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE LIMITS
MULTI-EMPLOYER WORKSITE DOCTRINE
FINAL IMPLEMENTATION OF NEW GLOBALLY HARMONIZED SYSTEM (GHS) STANDARDS
TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES
POTENTIAL RECORDKEEPING RULE CHANGES
NEW SILICA RULE EXPECTED TO BE RELEASED BY JANUARY 2017
ENHANCED CRIMINAL LIABILITY
OSHA’S USE OF THE RAPID RESPONSE FORM
HOW TO DEAL WITH AN AGING WORKFORCE
MIDNIGHT REGULATIONS AND INTERPRETATIONS

Cold - on the job tool box talks

Overview

When your body is unable to warm itself, serious cold-related illnesses and injuries may occur, and permanent tissue damage and death may result. Cold related illnesses can slowly overcome a person who has been chilled by low temperatures, brisk winds, or wet clothing.

Two of the most common cold related illnesses and injuries are frostbite and hypothermia. While frost bite is dangerous and can cause permanent injury, hypothermia is a medical emergency. If not handled properly, hypothermia can kill you.

Frost bite—What happens to your body?

Freezing in deep layers of skin and tissue; pale, waxy-white skin color; skin becomes hard and numb; usually affects the fingers, hands, toes, feet, ears, and nose.

Hypothermia—a medical emergency—What happens to your body?

Normal body temperature (98.6°F) drops to or below 95°F; fatigue or drowsiness; uncontrolled shivering; cool bluish skin; slurred speech; clumsy movements; irritable, irrational or confused behavior.

Things you can do to prevent difficulties from cold related illnesses and injuries

·          Recognize the weather conditions that could cause cold related illnesses and injuries.

·          Know the signs and symptoms of cold related illnesses/injuries and how to help yourself or a fellow worker.

·          Wear proper clothing for cold, wet, and windy conditions. Layer your clothing so you can adjust to changing temperatures. Wear a hat and gloves in addition to underwear that will keep water away from your skin (polypropylene).

·          Avoid exhaustion or fatigue. Energy is needed to keep your muscles warm.

·          Use the buddy system when working in cold conditions.

·          Drink warm, sweet beverages (sugar water, sports-type drinks). Avoid drinks with caffeine (coffee, tea, or hot chocolate) or alcohol. Eat warm, high-calorie foods like hot pasta dishes.

·          Take frequent short breaks in warm dry shelters to allow your body to warm up; work during the warmest part of the day.

You are at increased risk when you:

·          Have predisposing health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and hypertension.

·          Are in poor physical condition, have a poor diet, or are older.

·          Take certain medication (check with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacy and ask if any medicines you are taking affect you while working in cold environments).

This information is provided by: Assurance Agency

Expo and Safety Conference March 7 & 8, 2016

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March 7 & 8, 2016
Drury Lane Conference Center
Oakbrook Terrace, IL

View the video from the 2015 Conference

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