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There is a very good chance that, wherever you are, there's a box cutter of some sort nearby. This is especially true if you work in a department store, warehouse, or grocery store: all places where packages and shipments must be cut into on a daily basis. Don’t make the mistake of thinking that box cutters are not a hazard in your workplace. Just like any other tool, they should be used with caution to prevent injury to yourself and your coworkers.
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Worker Safety and Health During Hurricanes and Tornados
What workers are at increased risk of injury during hurricanes or tornados?
While most workers can stay inside during such a storm, some workers may be required to go into the storm. This may include utility workers, law enforcement personnel, firefighters, emergency medical personnel, federal, state and local government personnel (such as sanitation and highway workers), and military personnel.
Many of the hazards occur to workers immediately after the storm has passed, such as during cleanup and utility restoration work. These activities are even more hazardous in areas of flooding, which are often caused by these storms.
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According to OSHA, employers must develop and implement a written fire safety plan that covers all the actions that employers and employees must take to ensure employee safety in the event of a fire.
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WASHINGTON--The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has published an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR ) addressing tree care operations, including hazards, fatalities and control measures. OSHA is requesting data, information and comments on effective measures to control hazards in tree care operations and prevent injuries and fatalities. This rulemaking will assist us in determining effective measures to control hazards and prevent employee injuries and fatalities," said Assistant Secretary of Labor for OSHA Edwin G. Foulke, Jr. "Input from the public is important as we proceed in our efforts to protect the safety and health of the men and women working in tree care operations."
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Working in cold weather conditions
Some areas of the nation have already experienced the harsh, sometimes damaging effects of winter. With the cold weather upon us, OSHA is encouraging employers and employees to take necessary precautions to prevent and treat cold-related health problems. Employees who work outside – such as in construction – are especially vulnerable.
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