September News and Updates |
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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, September 21, 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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For Your Mental Well-being:
How to Train Your Brain to Get Happy
Pat Schultz
Success Coach, Speaking Coach and Owner/Founder of Ready4Takeoff
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Getting happy is not rocket science. It’s brain science! Our brains are the source of our emotions. Thanks to modern brain-scanning technology, we have learned that brain neuroplasticity continues throughout our lifetime. This discovery means you can train your brain to bury the unproductive, depressing thoughts that drag you down and then reinforce the productive, cheerful thoughts that recharge your happiness batteries.
Pat Schultz is a Success Coach & Transformational Speaker. In 2009, she left the corporate world and launched her own training company. Six years later, she transitioned into coaching full time and then added her speaking certification through the Transformational Speakers Agency. Pat re-branded her company to Ready4Takeoff as she helps entrepreneurs over 40 crush their fear of failure and reach their full potential.
Pat earned her BA and MBA degrees from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH.
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Question: What are the major ergonomic design considerations for hand tools?
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Weight of the tool - Ideally, a worker should be able to comfortably operate a tool without experiencing fatigue or discomfort. The tool’s center of gravity should be aligned with the center of the gripping hand. In other words, tools should feel "easy" to hold in the position it will be used. Use a counterbalance to support a tool that is above recommended weight limits or awkward to use.
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Handles - With the exception of tools for precision work, the handles and grips of hand tools should be designed for a power grip.
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Handle shape - Select tools that allow you to keep the wrist straight or in a neutral position when using it.
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Handle diameter - Handle diameter recommendations vary. In general, cylindrical handles at 1.5 inches offer a better power grip, with a range from 1.25 to 2 inches. For precision grips, a diameter of 0.45 inches is recommended, with a range of 0.3 to 0.6 inches.
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Handle length - A handle that is too short can cause unnecessary compression in the middle of the palm. It should extend across the entire breadth of the palm. Handles around 5 inches are generally recommended. Keep in mind that the use of gloves requires longer tool handles.
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Separation between handles - Tools such as pliers or tongs are equipped with two handles. The recommended distance separating the handles is between 2.5 to 3.5 inches. Tools with larger or smaller spans will reduce one's maximum grip strength.
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Materials and texture of handles - To ensure a good grip on a handle, sufficient friction must exist between the hand and the handle. Hand tools should be made of non-slip, non-conductive and compressible materials.
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Cari Gray is an Industrial Safety Consultant Specialist with the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC) |
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Healthy Aging Month
Healthy Aging Month was started to encourage people to focus on their health and take precautions to help them face the challenges that come with aging. September is Healthy Aging is a brand that started over 30 years ago in 1992 when people born ...
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nationaltoday.com
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September is National Cholesterol Education Month -...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is the number one leading cause of death in the U.S. More than one million Americans have a heart attack each year and about 500,000 die of heart disease. High blood ...
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meridienresearch.net
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National Preparedness Month
The roots of the word disaster can be traced back to Ancient Greek and a word that translates to 'bad star.' This is in reference to the idea that bad things happen because of the position of the planets. A disaster, a calamity, an emergency, is...
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nationaltoday.com
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ANSI/ISEA standard on workplace first aid kits gets update
ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2021 was approved April 15 and goes into effect Oct. 15. Of course, getting in compliance sooner [rather] than later is good because these changes are meant to improve safe outcomes for employees...
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www.safetyandhealthmagazine...
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What are the deadliest days and months for workers?
Tampa, FL - Fatal workplace injuries are most likely to occur on Thursdays and in the month of August, according to a recent analysis. For the U.S. Workplace Accident Report, health experts from NiceRx.com used 2018 data from the Bureau of Labor...
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www.safetyandhealthmagazine...
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Survey Uncovers Key Findings on Falls From Height
PARK RIDGE, IL - Working at height is inherently hazardous, exposing workers to significant risks that range from falls from roofs, scaffolding and ladders to slips through floor and roof openings. And the lack of use of personal protective...
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www.assp.org
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National Food Safety Month
You know what to do when it comes to hygiene in your establishment, but do you always know why? Please join Patrick Guzzle, VP of Food Safety for National Restaurant Association; Dana Grueber, Senior National Accounts Manager, Foodservice for...
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www.foodsafetyfocus.com
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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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Upcoming SCSC Training Events |
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Virtual Forklift Train the Trainer
When: October 11, 2022 - 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Where: Zoom
This is a train the trainer class - Cari Gray will cover what is required to be a trainer.
Does NOT qualify for Safety Council Rebate program credit
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Personal Safety and Self Defense Seminar
When: October 27, 2022 - 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Where: Our Lady of the Cedars
Chad Cunningham and his team will teach you how to manage your stress and fear, while providing you with proven de-escalation and self-defense strategies and techniques. Effective and proven strategies will greatly enhance your overall safety at home and at work.
Cost $20 (includes breakfast)
Qualifies for Safety Council Rebate Program credit
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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) |
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Resources and Class Information |
In-person training will resume 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.
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Occupational Safety & Health Professionals Job Board |
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Akron Children's Hospital
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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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