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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, May 15, 2024
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
Cost $23.00
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Lockout / Tagout / Tryout Common Mistakes and Misconceptions
featuring
Brian Zachetti
Industrial Safety Consultant Specialist
Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC)
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Did you know that lockout applies to all companies? You would be surprised to learn how many employees don't follow the rules and aren't included in the company program when they should be. Join us in this exciting and informative presentation on the control of hazardous energy (lockout) and why this continues to be on the OSHA’s top 10 citation list.
Brian A. Zachetti is a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Safety Sciences. Brian graduated Summa Cum Laude and was President of Rho Sigma Kappa Safety Sciences honor society at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Brian has been a Certified Safety Professional by the BCSP since 2002 and has been consulting as an Industrial Safety Consultant Specialist for the Ohio BWC since 1999. Brian specializes in OSHA Recordkeeping and Lockout/Tagout.
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Question: What are some tips for selecting non-powered hand tools relating to ergonomics?
Answer: We often do not think about the use of non-powered hand tools such as pliers, wrenches, hammers, and screwdrivers and how they may lead to a musculoskeletal or soft tissue hand injuries. The risk of injury increases as a task is repeated over time and/or high force is used to perform the task. Agricultural, construction and manufacturing workers often use non-powered hand tools.
Here are some tips on selecting non-powered hand tools to prevent hand injuries as recommended by NIOSH the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health:
- Select a tool that is coated with a soft material (adding a sleeve may increases the diameter of the handle)
- For tasks requiring high force, select a tool with a handle length longer than the widest part of your hand (usually 4-6 inches)
- Prevent contact pressure by making sure the end of the handle does not press on the nerves and blood vessels in the palm of your hand.
- Review hand, arm and body posture to look for neutral positions.
|  | You can learn more from the CDC’s hand tool guidebook, and remember the BWC has Ergonomists that can help you with any ergo tool or task related questions. | Cari Gray is an Industrial Safety Consultant Specialist with the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC). | | | |
Mental Health America observes May as Mental Health Month and provides our toolkit to educate and inform about mental health. | | | | | |
May is Vision Health month, if you haven't had a comprehensive eye exam in a while, schedule one now. | | | | | |
What is Total Worker Health? | A look at the "non-siloed approach" to safety and well-being. | | | | | |
National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction | 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, the Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR), the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP), the National Safety Council, the National Construction Safety Executives (NCSE), the U.S. | | | | | |
Our Driving Concern - Ohio | The Our Driving Concern Employer Transportation Safety Program is a program of the National Safety Council that works in cooperation with the Ohio Traffic Safety Office to promote safe driving practices, both on and off the job. | | | | | |
National Electrical Safety Month - Electrical Safety Foundation | To commemorate National Electrical Safety Month each May, ESFI spearheads an annual campaign to educate key audiences about the steps that can be taken to reduce the number of electrically related fires, fatalities, injuries, and property loss. | | | | | |
Proper hydration is essential for preventing heat-related illnesses. | | | | | |
Upcoming SCSC Training Event | |
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CPR
When: June 18, 2024 - 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Where: Our Lady of the Cedars
Cost: $50.00 (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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Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) News | |
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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 (7/1/24 to 6/30/25).
Advertising opportunities include:
- E-newsletter ad for the month of sponsorship (sent the beginning of the month to approx. 700 contacts)
- Logo 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
- 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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