Welcome to the SSG Monthly Newsletter

In this publication you’ll receive updates on OSHA and EPA regulatory matters pertaining to workplace safety, tidbits and facts useful for safety managers, safety meeting topics and other helpful information.







SENTINEL SAFETY SNIPPETS

November is National Slip/Trip/Fall Prevention Month

Same level and different level falls account for many incidents and injuries both in construction and general industry every year. In fact, they are commonly the #1 cause of non-fatal injuries and #2 cause of fatal injuries in general industry and the #1 cause of fatal injuries in Construction.    

What can you do in your own workplace to raise awareness and make a difference?

• Conduct a fall hazard assessment with your safety committee or maintenance teams to identify common hazards and remedies. Include your findings in weekly or monthly awareness updates.
• Identify where employees or contractors must work at or above the required fall protection height of 4’ or more for general industry and 6’ or more for construction to ensure adequate anchor points and fall protection systems are in place.
• Ensure your employees that must wear fall protection systems are properly trained in their use and inspection.
• Do your employees or contractors need to work on your roof to clear snow, address clogged drains or maintain equipment?  If so, have you considered their fall potential as it pertains to OSHA’s rule on working on flat or low pitched roofs? For more details see:
   www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.28
• Look for opportunities to eliminate clutter corners, leaks, hoses/cords across walkways, and leaners to minimize housekeeping issues, equipment damage, and the associated slip-trip potential.
• Do your employees use ladders? Are they using the right type of ladder? Are they using the ladder properly? Are the ladders free from damage?
• The snow and ice season is already here or right around the corner for many states.   Do you have plans in place to keep outdoor walking surfaces clear and salted when inclement weather arrives?
• Look for opportunities to minimize equipment leaks or water on the floor.



MEET

OUR

STAFF

Each month we will be introducing a member of our Team. First up is our owner, Jeff Butcher.

Jeff Butcher is the President, Owner, and Principal Consultant of Sentinel Safety Group LLC, where he helps organizations build safer, more compliant, and more resilient workplaces. With more than 28 years of experience in occupational safety and health, Jeff has developed a deep understanding of what it takes to protect people and strengthen safety cultures.

He began his career in industry, spending 10 years managing safety programs and compliance initiatives before moving into consulting—where he’s spent the past 18+ years partnering with hundreds of companies across a wide range of industries. Jeff is passionate about helping businesses not only meet OSHA requirements but also implement practical risk management strategies that make a lasting impact.

Jeff holds the professional designations of Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and has been an authorized OSHA 10- and 30-hour General Industry instructor for more than 25 years. A proud graduate of Purdue University (B.S.) and Ball State University (MBA), he brings both technical expertise and a business-minded approach to every project.

Jeff resides in Columbus, Indiana, with his wife and three children. Outside of working for Sentinel Safety Group, he enjoys spending time with friends and family, investing in real estate and the stock market, spending time outdoors and coaching youth and high school soccer.

SENTINEL SAFETY TRAINING

Have you signed up for our upcoming training courses?   Please contact Paige for more information and to register at paige@sentinelsafetygroup.com.

Upcoming training:

• OSHA Recordkeeping & OSHA 300 Logs Webinar on December 4, 2025.
• 2026 Webinar Series on Life Threatening Programs and Risk Management (12 1-hour webinars in 12 months) begins January 2026.
• OSHA 10 & 30 hour General Industry Combination Course 
  March 9 – 12, 2026 in Indianapolis

Our team of safety professionals and industrial hygienists are ready to assist your business.

• Risk Assessments
• Compliance Audits
• Industrial Hygiene
• Staff Augmentation
• Indoor Air Quality
• Job Safety Analysis

• Safety Training
• Ergonomics
• Life Threatening Programs
• Safety Program Development & Implementation
• OSHA Recordkeeping



FUN FACTS

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RIDDLES

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO SENTINEL SAFETY GROUP! 



This month marks the 11^th year of providing safety and health consulting services.  Thank you to all our clients and employees that have contributed to our success.

Did you know that the SSG team writes, on average, over 3000 Energy Control Procedures (LOTO Procedures) per year? 

November Riddle: What word contains 26 letters but only three syllables?

Answer found in next newsletter!

October Riddle: I have space but no rooms.  I have multiple keys but only one lock. You can enter but cannot go inside.  What am I?

Answer: A Keyboard

Have questions, comments or need assistance?  

(888) 884-5698

jeff@sentinelsafetygroup.com

www.sentinelsafetygroup.com