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, May 18, 2022, 12:00 noon
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OSHA Top 10: Fall Protection
"Time"
A personal story by
Brian P. Cozzi, SMS, COSM
Eastern Division Safety Manager
Energy Transfer
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Ohio Safety Council in-person meetings and rebate resume July 2022 |
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Participation is simpler and easier than ever before |
To earn a 2% rebate on your workers' compensation premium, meet the rebate requirements below:
- Join or confirm your existing, active membership by July 31, 2022.
- Attend 10 in-person safety council meetings between July 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023:
- At least eight, or all 10, through attendance at local safety council sponsored monthly meetings, seminars or special events.
- You can earn external training credit for up to two meetings through attendance at BWC-sponsored in-person or virtual training courses or in-person safety training from other external sources (e.g., industry associations, third party administrators, etc.). It is the employer's responsibility to submit documentation to safety council by June 30, 2023 for attendance at non-safety council safety training to qualify. Documentation must be an official certificate of attendance or transcript.
Additional safety council rebate guidelines:
- A person can represent only one policy number with his or her attendance at a safety council meeting or external training event.
- To qualify for safety council meeting credit, meeting attendance must be at the safety council the employer is enrolled with
- No matter the duration of the training, seminar or conference, only one extrnal training credit is earned per event.
- Safety training conducted at an employer's workplace does not qualify for safety council rebate program eligibility
- Virtual/online training does not qualify for safety council rebate program eligibility except BWC virtual training classes
The rebate offer excludes self-insuring employers and state agencies. Limitations apply to a professional employer organization and its clients.
To receive the rebate, employers must be current with respect to all payment due BWC. Employers may not have cumulative lapses in workers' compensation coverage in excess of 40 days within the prior 12 months. Additionally, employers must have timely reported actual payroll for the preceding policy year and pay any premium due upon reconciliation of estimated premium and actual premium.
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Q: Does OSHA currently have a heat stress standard?
A: Not at this time, but they will use the General Duty Clause to issue citations. OSHA is beginning the rulemaking process to consider a heat-specific workplace standard. A standard specific to heat-related injury and illness prevention would more clearly set forth employer obligations and the measures necessary to more effectively protect employees from hazardous heat. The ultimate goal is to prevent and reduce the number of occupational injuries, illnesses, and fatalities caused by exposure to hazardous heat.
OSHA initiated a public comment period to gather information, diverse perspectives and technical expertise on issues that might be considered in developing a heat standard. These issues include the scope of a standard, heat stress thresholds for workers across various industries, heat acclimatization planning, and heat exposure monitoring, as well as the nature, types, and effectiveness of controls that may be required as part of a standard.
As part of the program, OSHA will proactively initiate inspections in over 70 high-risk industries in indoor and outdoor work settings when the National Weather Service has issued a heat warning or advisory for a local area. On days when the heat index is 80 F or higher, OSHA inspectors and compliance assistance specialists will engage in proactive outreach and technical assistance to help stakeholders keep workers safe on the job. Inspectors will look for and address heat hazards during inspections, regardless of whether the industry is targeted in the NEP.
As part of OSHA’s continued work to reduce workplace heat illnesses and fatalities, the agency will hold a public stakeholder meeting on May 3, 2022, to discuss OSHA’s ongoing activities to protect workers from heat-related hazards, including the Heat Illness Prevention Campaign, compliance assistance activities and enforcement efforts. You can register for the event here.
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Cari Gray is an Industrial Safety Consultant Specialist with the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC) |
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Mental Health Month | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental...
Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. During May, NAMI joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Each year we fight stigma, provide support, educate the public and advocate for ...
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www.nami.org
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Move in May and Celebrate National Physical Fitness &...
During the month of May, National Physical Fitness & Sports Month provides an opportunity to celebrate and promote physical activity and the benefits of sports participation. Physical activity is key to maintaining health and well-being. Getting...
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health.gov
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Healthy Vision Month
May is Healthy Vision Month: You can have a comprehensive dilated eye exam to check for common eye problems. If you haven't had an exam in a while, schedule one now. Taking care of your eyes can be a priority just like eating healthy and physical ...
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www.cdc.gov
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National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in...
OSHA is partnering with key groups to assist with this effort, including the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the National Occupational Research Agenda (NORA), OSHA approved State Plans, State consultation programs,...
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www.osha.gov
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OSHA Turns Up the Heat on Enforcement With New Heat...
On April 8, OSHA launched its long-awaited National Emphasis Program on outdoor and indoor heat hazards. A compliance directive (OSHA Instruction CPL 03-00-0240) describes agency policies and procedures related to the NEP. The program targets...
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www.safetyandhealthmagazine...
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Electrical Safety Month
Over the last ten years, more than 30,000 workers have been injured in workplace electrical accidents. While electrical hazards are not the leading cause of on-the-job injuries and accidents, they are disproportionately fatal and costly.
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esfi.org
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Keep Aging Workers Safe on the Job
Key points According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2020, 24% of workers were 55 or older - up from 19% a decade earlier. Research from CPWR - The Center for Construction Research and Training shows that older workers are more...
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www.safetyandhealthmagazine...
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COVID by County
Important update: Healthcare facilities CDC has updated select ways to operate healthcare systems effectively in response to COVID-19 vaccination. Learn more COVID-19 Community Levels are a new tool to help communities decide what prevention...
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www.cdc.gov
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Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) |
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Resources and Class Information |
BWC’s Division of Safety and Hygiene (DSH) has canceled all in-person classes through June, 2022. However, BWC offers many excellent virtual and online course options and resources below. |
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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 22 Program Year through June, 2022. 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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