Your March News and Updates |
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A Network to Educate, Empower and Prevent
Our Mission: To promote well being and injury prevention by offering informational and educational opportunities to both the private and public sectors within the community.
In cooperation with the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC)
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Virtual Safety Council Meeting
Wednesday, March 17, 2021, 12:00 Noon
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Avoiding Ohio EPA Violations: Proper Management of Fluorescent Bulbs, Batteries, Electronics, and Aerosol Cans
Dan Sowry
Assistant Chief of Ohio EPA’s Office of Compliance Assistance and Pollution Prevention
Ohio EPA recognizes that it can be a challenge keeping up with the proper management of your hazardous waste. This session will explain how to properly manage common business wastes in ways that will save you money and avoid violations. This session will also highlight how you can save money and stay out of trouble by utilizing our free and confidential environmental assistance, Ohio EPA’s recycling-related grant funding opportunities, our recycling and sustainability programs, and how your organization can be recognized for its sustainability efforts.
Learning objectives:
- Explanation of how to properly manage commonly generated wastes
- Where to go for free and confidential environmental assistance
- Learn how to receive recycling-related free money
- Learn how to be recognized for your organization’s environmental stewardship activities
Dan Sowry currently serves as the Assistant Chief of Ohio EPA’s Office of Compliance Assistance and Pollution Prevention (OCAPP) within the Division of Environmental and Financial Assistance. Dan oversees Ohio EPA's sustainability program, Recycling and Litter Prevention grant program, pollution prevention program, compliance assistance program, Ohio Materials Marketplace program and Encouraging Environmental Excellence program. Prior to this, Dan worked as the supervisor in OCAPP's compliance assistance program, as the central district office OCAPP representative, and as the hazardous waste technical assistance representative in Ohio EPA’s Division of Environmental Response and Revitalization. He started his Ohio EPA career in the Division of Air Pollution Control’s Mobile Sources Section where he led the state’s vehicle emission anti-tampering program.
Dan earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology in 1996 and has over 20 years of experience working at Ohio EPA.
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2021 Ohio Safety Congress & Expo
Registration is open! It's FREE! This year we're offering online learning sessions and a digital expo, allowing participants to learn remotely and chat virtually with presenters and exhibitors. As always, attendance is FREE, and...
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www.ohiosafetycongress.com
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Question: I have a lot of alcohol-based hand sanitizer on hand due to the pandemic. Is there anything special about storage or placement of dispensers that I should know?
Answer: Yes, alcohol-based hand sanitizer that is greater than 20% alcohol falls under a Class 1B flammable liquid according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Here are some requirements to consider:
- Individual dispensers located in a hallway must be 0.5 gallons or less (no gallon jugs).
- Dispensers must be installed at least 1 inch away from electrical receptacles and light switches and must be separated from another dispenser by at least 4 feet horizontally.
- Dispensers must not be installed above carpeted floors, unless the area is sprinklered.
- Automatic dispensers (touch free) are required to be tested each time they are refilled, can only activate when the object is within 4 inches of the dispenser and will only dispense the amount required as determined by the United States FDA.
- The Ohio Fire Code requires the storage of more than 10 gallons in a flammable liquid cabinet or flammable liquid storage room. The NFPA 30 code dictates storage considerations starting at 5 gallons. No storage is permitted in basements.
If you have specific questions about safe storage and handling, consult the Safety Data Sheet for the product or call your local authority having jurisdiction for fire code enforcement.
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Cari Gray is an Industrial Safety Consultant Specialist with the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC) |
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National Nutrition Month
National Nutrition Month ® is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During the month of March, everyone is invited to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity...
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www.eatright.org
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13 Virtual Activities to Inspire Employee Wellness and...
These days, engaging employees is even more challenging, but especially remote workers. Luckily, it's possible to promote wellness even from afar with virtual activities that are fun and easy-to-do. Best of all, they don't require a ton of...
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info.totalwellnesshealth.com
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The Well Workplace Summit 2021
Wellness Collective presents The Well Workplace Summit 2021 - Friday, April 30, 2021 at Town Hall, Columbus, OH. Find event and ticket information.
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www.eventbrite.com
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Study: Daylight Saving Time Connected to Increased Workplace
Every March, most Americans welcome the switch to daylight saving time because of the longer days, but also dread losing an hour of sleep after they move their clocks forward. A recent study shows that losing just an hour of sleep
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www.ehstoday.com
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Myths vs. Facts COVID-19 Vaccine
Curious about COVID-19 vaccines, their safety, and efficacy? Educate yourself by reading what is a myth, and what is a fact, about COVID-19 vaccines. FACT: COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Safety is a top priority of the U.S. vaccine...
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coronavirus.ohio.gov
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National Ladder Safety Month
Week One: Choosing Your Ladder Week Two: Safety Before the First Step (Inspection and Set Up) Week Three: Safety While Climbing Week Four: Safety at the Top Week Five: Ladder Safety Misconceptions
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www.laddersafetymonth.com
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Workplace Eye Wellness Month
The more vision ailments employees have, the more medical care they utilize, increasing healthcare related expenses. Employers are encouraged to contact Prevent Blindness America for information on the Healthy Eyes Vision Wellness Program.
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preventblindness.org
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National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® (NDAFW), an annual health observance week, connects teens with resources to SHATTER THE MYTHS®
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teens.drugabuse.gov
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National Poison Prevention Week
As you begin planning, contact your local poison center at 1-800-222-1222 to learn how you can support existing activities in your community. In 1961, Congress established National Poison Prevention Week to raise awareness, reduce unintentional...
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poisonhelp.hrsa.gov
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COVID-19
Everything you need to know to prepare for, and protect yourself from Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
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coronavirus.ohio.gov
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BWC Services and Class Information
BWC’s Division of Safety and Hygiene (DSH) has canceled all in-person classes through June 30, 2021.
Please consider virtual or online course options available
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Summit County Community Partnership |
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GRIT Training Series
GRIT invites you to “Elasticity: Next Phase Business Strategy” on Tuesday, March 9th. Gregg Cramer, VP of Economic Development at the Greater Akron Chamber, will discuss how businesses and organizations are bouncing back during the Pandemic.
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register.gotowebinar.com
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View Last Month's Virtual Meeting and slides |
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Practicing Self-Care and Building a More Resilient Workforce During a Collective Trauma
Ann Robson, LPCC-S
Red Oak Behavioral Health
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Sponsor a Virtual Safety Council Meeting |
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Summit County Safety Council is offering virtual sponsorships for the FY 21 Program Year through June, 2021. This is a great way to highlight your company's safety/employment related services. The average attendance at these virtual meetings is 60-100. A $50.00 sponsorship includes your corporate logo in our newsletter, 5 minutes of virtual business related commercial time and an opportunity to give away promotional items.
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