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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 16, 2022
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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"Time"
featuring
Brian P. Cozzi, SMS, COSM
Eastern Division Safety Manager
Energy Transfer
“TIME” is a presentation based on the sudden work related death of Brian's brother in law, and why none of us own our time, it is shared with others.
Brian is an experienced Safety Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the oil & energy industry. He is skilled in Operations Management, Supply Chain Optimization, Freight, Environmen, Health, and Safety (EHS), and Pricing Strategy.
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2022 Holiday Food and Funds Drive | |
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SCSC will be conducting a Food/Funds drive in support of the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank during our 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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Question: What is the importance of ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) and where should they be located in my workplace?
Answer: Ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) are important because they are used to protect people from electrical shock hazards caused by malfunctioning electrical appliances. For example, if a person is using a defective electrical appliance and also touching a wet surface or very conductive surface, the person could become part of the grounding pathway for the fault current. The GFCI would detect this current imbalance and disconnect electricity within 20-30 milliseconds before the dangerous electrical current could pass through the person’s body which could cause serious electrical shock or death.
Depending on the workplace and work being done, GFCIs could be required/needed in several areas. According to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.304(b)(3)(i): All 125-volt, single-phase, 15- and 20-ampere receptacles installed in bathrooms or on rooftops shall have ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection for personnel.
Other areas where GFCI protection should be located in your workplace include: kitchens, outdoor
areas, within 6 feet of water sources (sinks, showers, etc.), laundry areas, locker rooms, garages, service bays and any other areas exposed to moisture. Vending machines require GCFI protection regardless of being hard wired, plug and cord connected, voltage current or frequency rating. Additionally, temporary wiring installations (including extension cords) used by personnel doing construction-like activities require GFCI’s protection.
Per equipment instructions these devices should be tested monthly. You can document with logs or
procedures, that GFCIs are tested monthly and promptly replace those found defective.
If you need assistance with determining where GFCI protection is needed in your facility, contact your assigned BWC safety consultant.
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Cari Gray is an Industrial Safety Consultant Specialist with the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC).
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In case you missed our self-defense seminar (see more pics below)...
The County of Summit Prosecutor's Office is hosting a free self-defense class with Chad Cunningham on Tuesday, November 29 at 6 PM at the Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium. No need to register, just show up!
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National Diabetes Month 2022 | NIDDK | November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country team up to bring attention to diabetes. This year's focus is on managing diabetes by building your health care team. Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. | | | | | |
Be Antibiotics Aware Toolkit | U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week is November 18-24, 2022. U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week is an annual one-week observance that gives participating organizations an opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of appropriate antibiotic use to combat the threat of antimicrobial resistance. Be Antibiotics Aware, a CDC educational effort, complements U.S. | | | | | |
The 6 November Safety Topics You Shouldn't Overlook | Halloween has passed, the leaves have fallen and now we're just days away from turkey, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. However, that doesn't mean that safety standards should slip, and the excitement of the holiday season may cause distractions at work. So, staying vigilant with workplace safety training is key. | | | | | |
7 Homeowners Thanksgiving Safety Tips To Keep In Mind | Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of the year - one when friends and family gather to enjoy a grand meal under one roof. But, the holiday season can also bring with it some unwanted accidents and injuries. To avoid those, here are the best Thanksgiving safety tips all homeowners should follow. | | | | | |
Drowsy Driving Prevention Week, held every year during the first full week of November, is a good time to remember that drowsy driving is impaired driving. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 in 25 adult drivers report having fallen asleep while driving in the previous 30 days, and many more admit to driving when they were sleep-deprived. | | | | | |
What to Do About the Flu in the Workplace | Flu season is upon us. Most flu activity peaks between December and February, though it can last as late into the spring as May. Whether your employees have already opted to get the flu shot (which is recommended) or have no intention of doing so, it's almost inevitable that they will suffer from at least one illness this winter, whether it's the flu, a cold or another infection. | | | | | |
Winter is Coming, Be Prepared with These Cold Weather Safety Tips | As we finish out 2022 and keep our fingers crossed for an early spring in 2023, here are some tips to keep you and your family safe at home, at work or out on the roads for whatever winter may come. | | | | | |
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) | Find links to guidance and information on all topics related to COVID-19, including the COVID-19 vaccine, symptom self-check, data, and other topics. | | | | | |
Upcoming SCSC Training Events | |
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CPR Training
When: November 10, 2022 - 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Where: Our Lady of the Cedars
ASHI Certified Class includes CPR, First Aid, AED, Bloodborne Pathogen Training and Stop the Bleed Certification. Instructed by Shull Medical Educators.
Cost $50 (includes lunch)
Qualifies for Safety Council Rebate Program Credit
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Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) | |
Resources and Class Information | In-person training has resumed as of the last week of September 2022. As part of the annual regular schedule BWC will offer a selection of instructor-led classes to be taught virtually, which has been the only option these last couple years. Moving forward both in-person and virtual classes will be scheduled. Instructor-led Virtual Training Classes (VTCs) will be provided the same BWC program credits as their in-person classroom counterparts. | | | |
Safety Council Meeting October 19 | |
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Personal Safety and Self Defense Seminar October 27
Special thank you to Chad Cunningham and
James Pollack and Tania Nemer with the County of Summit Prosecutor's Office
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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 (7/1/22 to 6/30/23).
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:
$250.00
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