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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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Safety Council Meeting
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Our Lady of the Cedars
507 S. Cleveland Massillon Rd. Fairlawn, OH 44333
Registration, networking and lunch begin at 11:30
Meeting begins at noon
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Are you Using Ladders Safely?
featuring
Dave Dennison
Jobsite Safety and Security Specialist
Werner Ladder Company
It's important to use the right tool for the job and that includes ladders, which come in different types and sizes for different applications. It's also important to exercise extreme caution while using a ladder, as a fall from a ladder can lead to serious injury and even death. During this session you will learn:
- How to select, inspect, and safely utilize climbing products
- Applicable OSHA and ANSI standards
- General Safe Industry work practices
“Safety Dave” Dennison has been involved in Safety and Compliance for over 35 years in his career. Following service as a Flight Medic with the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne and seeing combat in Grenada, he became a Firefighter and Paramedic, ending his active service in 2015. In addition to over 30 years in the Fire Service, Dave has served his community as a technician on the Stark County HazMat Team, is a Past Chairman of the Stark County Safety Council and is also Past Chairman of the Stark County Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC).
While working in the Fire Service, Dave also worked as a Safety Manager and Director for a couple of manufacturing industries, a food manufacturing facility, and most recently for a large union commercial/industrial construction firm.
Since 2017, Dave is now the Jobsite Safety & Security Specialist for Flaherty Sales, representing Werner Ladders and Werner Fall Protection in Ohio and surrounding states. He is the “go to” resource for them on applications and equipment needs issues and provides training and onsite equipment demonstrations in various subjects.
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2023 Holiday Food/Funds Drive
Together, let’s help warm the hearts of our neighbors in need, one nourishing meal at a time.
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SCSC will be conducting its annual holiday food/funds drive in support of the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank during the November and December safety council meetings.
Please help by donating non-perishable food items. Monetary donations via cash or check (payable to Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank) will also be accepted. Every $1 donated can provide 4 meals for the hungry!
The Super Six most needed items
- boxed cereal
- peanut butter
- canned tuna
- canned vegetables
- canned beef stew
- canned soup
Other Greatly Needed Items
- Canned Vegetables (beans, green beans, carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, tomato products)
- Canned Meats (tuna, salmon, Spam, ham, chicken)
- Canned Meals (stew, chili)
- Canned Fruit (applesauce, peaches, pears, pineapple)
- Condiments and Dressings
- Dried Pasta, Rice and Beans
- Canned Soups
- Cleaning Supplies (laundry supplies, household cleaners)
- Paper Products (paper towels, facial tissue, bathroom tissue)
- Personal Care Items (deodorant, shampoo, bath soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, hair care products)
All donors will be entered into a multiple prize drawing!
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Q: Do adult learners react well to humor and games in safety training sessions? Can it help my employees remember and implement safety concepts?
A: Yes, and Yes! During training when we reduce tension, we increase retention, thus hands-on activities are a “must have” in your safety training. Having learners in a team setting sharing results (or having a leaderboard) can increase the competitiveness as well as learner engagement. Research suggests that, when used effectively, classroom comedy can improve student performance by reducing anxiety, boosting participation, and increasing students' motivation. Furthermore, listening to jokes and working out punch lines activates areas of the brain vital to learning and creativity. (See chart below for tips to use and what to avoid.) Consider making safety training engaging by sharing stories and gaining involvement. Make it participatory by working in pairs or small groups. Get the students to share their stories and analyze case studies for discussion.
There are many resources you can use to help spice up your safety training. The BWC library has many books and videos that you can borrow. Email our research librarians and ask! Speak to your BWC safety consultant! Check out websites and articles by safety organizations like National Safety Council or ASSP. Bottom line, making your training fun will benefit you, the employees, and your company.
| Cari Gray is an Industrial Safety Consultant Specialist with the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC). |
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15 Autumn Wellness Tips to Keep You Healthy This Fall | The transition to the shorter and busier days of fall can be a challenge. To help ease the change, we've put together 15 Autumn Wellness Tips to get you ready for the colder months and keep your mental (and physical!) health in check. 1) Start taking a Vitamin D supplement. | | | | | |
Lung Cancer Awareness Month | This November, join LUNG FORCE to raise awareness of lung cancer and empower those impacted by the disease. | | | | | |
End of Daylight Saving Time Can Be Deadly | Safety tips when changing from daylight saving time back to standard time... | | | | | |
9 Fall Driving Hazards and How to Drive Safely | From kids on crosswalks to wet leaves and darting deer, fall is fraught with driving dangers. Here are tips to drive safely this autumn. | | | | | |
Campaign Dates for Drowsy Driving Prevention Week® 2023 | The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) announced Drowsy Driving Prevention Week® 2023 will run from November 5-11. | | | | | |
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning | Frequently asked questions | | | | | |
Get Ready for Slips, Trips and Falls
View BWC's Micro Training Video
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Employers: Do your workers use respirators? NIOSH wants to know | Washington - NIOSH wants to update its estimate of the number of organizations and workers who use respirators - and evaluate the reasons behind their use. | | | | | |
The 6 November Safety Topics You Shouldn't Overlook | As we head into fall and winter, this list of November safety topics will help you discuss some tough but important topics with your team. | | | | | |
Upcoming SCSC Training Events | |
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CPR Training
When: December 5, 2023 - 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Where: Our Lady of the Cedars
Cost: $50 (includes lunch)
ASHI Certified Class includes CPR, First Aid, AED, Bloodborne Pathogen Training and Stop the Bleed Certification. Instructed by Shull Medical Educators.
Qualifies for Safety Council Rebate Program Credit.
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OSHA Recordkeeping & Update Workshop
When: January 30, 2024 - 8:30 am - 11:30 am
Where: Our Lady of the Cedars
Cost: $23.00 (includes breakfast)
Qualifies for Safety Council Rebate Program Credit
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Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) News | |
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BWC Relaunches the Safety Intervention Grant
The Safety Intervention Grant Program (SIG) is now accepting applications! Employers can complete their application and their reporting requirements online.
The SIG program provides 3-to-1 matching funds up to $40,000 for state fund private and public employers. The funds are available to purchase equipment to substantially reduce or eliminate injuries and illness associated with a particular task or operation.
Substance Use Recovery and Workplace Safety Program
Through the Substance Use Recovery and Workplace Safety Program (SURWSP), eligible employers will be reimbursed for qualifying expenses related to implementing, operating and maintaining a drug-free workplace program.
Resources and Class Information
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As a forum for workplace health and safety, Summit County Safety Council is offering opportunities for your company to showcase your product/services in front of approximately 150 people in the Health, Safety, Environmental and HR Fields during a monthly safety council meeting in the upcoming program year (12/1/23 to 6/30/24).
Advertising opportunities include:
- E-newsletter ad for the month of sponsorship (sent the beginning of the month to approx. 700 contacts)
- Blurb on meeting reminder (sent two days prior to meeting)
- Name and Link from our events page to sponsor's website for one month prior to meeting
- Blurb on Facebook
- Commercial speaking time up to 5 minutes during opening of the meeting
- Display table at meeting for promotional materials, brochures, signage
- Up to two paid lunches for sponsored meeting
Criteria:
- The service or products your company provides must have some degree of relevance or be aligned with our objectives.
- Newsletter ad info such as logo, tagline, contact information, call to action statement, etc. must be submitted by the 29th day of the month prior to the month of sponsorship.
- Limit to one event per year.
- We have a no-soliciting policy and cannot provide our membership contact information. However, a membership roster can be found on our website.
Cost:
$200.00
Interested in sponsoring a meeting? Have questions or need more information? Call Sally Cox at 330-806-1676 or email summitcountysafetycouncil@gmail.com.
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