Your May 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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In response to COVID-19, SCSC has donated $2,500.00 to the
Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
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May and June's safety council meetings are canceled
Members eligible to participate in the Safety Council Rebate Program who have attended at least 4 meetings between July 1, 2019 and February 29, 2020 will meet the requirements of the FY 20 Safety Council Rebate Program. The CEO attendance and Semi-annual reporting requirements have been waived for the FY 20 Program.
Thank you to those who participated in our COVID-19 Survey!
Five participants are being randomly selected to receive a
Swenson's Drive-In eGift Card.
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Q
: What is OSHA’s current interpretation of the response times for first aid in response to life-threatening bleeding, including active shooter incidents?
A:
OSHA’s current interpretations of the response times for first aid in response to life-threatening bleeding are addressed in letters of interpretation. These letters state in part:
In workplaces where serious accidents such as those involving falls, suffocation, electrocution, or amputation are possible, emergency medical services must be available within 3-4 minutes, if there is no employee on the site who is trained to render first aid...While the standards do not prescribe a number of minutes, OSHA has long interpreted the term “near proximity” to mean that emergency care must be available within no more than 3-4 minutes from the workplace, an interpretation that has been upheld by the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission and by federal courts...The basic purpose of these [first aid] standards is to assure that adequate first aid is available in the critical minutes between the occurrence of an injury and the availability of physician or hospital care for the injured employee... Medical literature establishes that, for serious injuries such as those involving stopped breathing, cardiac arrest, or uncontrolled bleeding, first aid treatment must be provided within the first few minutes to avoid permanent medical impairment or death...
These time limits are maximums. OSHA does not prohibit but encourages shorter response times when feasible. In order for OSHA standards to more comprehensively address response times to uncontrolled bleeding, it would entail a notice of proposed rulemaking and comment effort.
These recommendations are consistent with the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Standard 1710,
Standard for the Organization and Deployment of Fire Suppression Operations, Emergency Medical Operations, and Special Operations to the Public by Career Fire Departments
. This standard requires that emergency medical services ideally respond within one minute of turnout, that first responders take 4 minutes to get to the scene, and that other units should arrive within 8 minutes.
Cari Gray is an Industrial Safety Consultant Specialist with the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC)
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Fostering Wellness During The COVID-19 Outbreak
by Bethany Thayer, MS, RDN
Over the past few weeks, concerns about the spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, have turned our daily lives upside down. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the coronavirus outbreak a pandemic — a disease that is spreading rapidly worldwide — and the number of reported cases and deaths are climbing every day.
A growing number of employers are allowing their employees to work remotely, schools and daycares have closed their doors, and governors are putting states on lockdown. Even parks are off-limits in some places. In the midst of all of this change, most of us are rightfully concerned about our health and well-being.
COVID Survival Skills
There's no disputing that
social distancing
is vital to curbing the spread of COVID-19. How do you maintain some sense of normalcy during times of crisis, particularly when you're socially isolated?
First, instead of fixating on what you can't do, focus on how you can survive and maybe even thrive during this unsettling time. Not only does attending to different dimensions of health and well-being help you remain grounded during
times of change
,
it enhances your ability to help others.
Stress Well
Reduced access to food and daily essentials is stressful. With gyms closed, sporting activities shut down, and bars and restaurants off-limits, we're also being cut off from our friends and loved ones. But you have more control over your stressors than you think. A few ideas:
- Limit the news. Watching the news all day can increase anxiety levels. Tune in to the morning or evening news and turn to reliable sources of information, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization only once or twice a day.
- Stay in touch with friends and family. Touch base through phone calls, online games, video chats and virtual happy hours.
Eat Well
It's important to minimize our excursions to the grocery store to limit the spread of COVID-19. Consider online grocery shopping or home delivery options. Set on selecting your own items? Maintain a safe distance between yourself and others (at least 6 feet), wipe down surfaces with disinfectant wipes, avoid touching your face, and wash your hands before and after shopping.
With grocery stores limiting the purchase of specific items and advising people shop less often, eating well can be difficult. Make it more manageable with these strategies:
- Purchase shelf-stable and frozen foods. Staples such as frozen and canned produce, beans, and lentils will keep longer and are easy to incorporate into recipes.
- Take inventory of the items in your kitchen and get creative with cooking. Choose a recipe site where you can plug in ingredients you have on hand and see what pops up. (You can also browse our collection of tasty, healthy recipes.)
- Pay attention to portion sizes. When we're cooped up inside, it's easy to overindulge. Try to maintain your regular eating habits as much as possible and minimize your reliance on takeout and drive-thru options.
Move Well
Exercise is critical for both mental and physical health. Take advantage of virtual workouts and the great outdoors while gyms are closed. A few suggestions:
- Go for a brisk walk or run.
- Hop on your bicycle for a tour of your neighborhood.
- Create an obstacle course at your home. Include activities like jumping jacks, pushups and squats. Then challenge your loved ones to virtual competitions.
- Invite your kids to get moving. If you've got children at home, incorporate them into your workouts and make it the PE portion of their day. Freeze dance, jump rope, break out a hula hoop. The options are seemingly endless.
Staying Sane in the Midst of COVID-19
During uncertain times, it can be tempting to stay up late, mindlessly watching TV or scrolling through your smartphone. But it's important to maintain a regular schedule and try to keep up with your usual activities. Establish good
sleep practices
and keep a worry journal by your bed so you can release the
thoughts that are keeping you up at night.
As we navigate this new normal, consider how you can use your time mindfully. Maybe you decide to get back into an old hobby or develop a new one. Maybe you use the break from school to do some spring cleaning with your kiddos. Or maybe it's time to get in the kitchen and practice a new cooking technique.
Whatever you decide, focus on the things you CAN do to contribute to your health and well-being.
To stay safe and healthy,
wash your hands
, a
void touching your face and stay at home. If you or someone in your household does get sick, make sure you
disinfect
!
Submitted by Kim Donato
Steere Enterprises
SCSC Wellness Committee
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National Electrical Safety Month 2020: Smart Home
I
n celebration of Electrical Safety Month 2020, ESFI is excited to announce the launch of the of its National Electrical Safety Month resources. This year's theme "Smart Home," focuses on the lifesaving devices that keep a home smart, safe, and secure.
Learn more
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National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls
The Safety Stand-Down, originally scheduled for May 4-8, 2020, has been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The event will be rescheduled this summer. In the meantime, we encourage you to remember that falls are still the leading hazard in construction and should be an area of focus for all employers year-round.
Resources for employers and employees
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Ohio Department of Health’s COVID-19 website
The Ohio Department of health has developed a
COVID-19 website
that includes updates, prevention tips, resources for health-care workers, and much more all in one location.
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New BWC Services Catalog
BWC's Division of Safety & Hygiene
Safety Services Catalog
lists the safety services and programs available to employers. These services and programs are available at no additional cost since they're available to you as part of your workers' compensation premium.
In addition to describing the safety services and programs available, the catalog contains detailed descriptions of all safety-related course offerings, and also lists and describes safety-related DVDs and streaming videos.
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SCSC Sponsored Training Events
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NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace and Arc Flash Training
LOCATION
Tangier
DATE AND TIME
9/8/2020 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
COST
SCSC Members $20 (includes lunch)
Non-member cost $50.00
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Above event qualifies as a regular meeting credit for BWC's FY 21 Safety Council Rebate Program.
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BWC Classes at the North Canton Office: Register at BWC Learning Center
BWC Class Information:
BWC’s Division of Safety and Hygiene (DSH) has canceled all classes through June 30, 2020.
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Safety Council Rebate Program Requirements FY 20
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For those members who are eligible to participate in BWC's Safety Council Rebate Program this year, the following requirements must be met between 7/1/19 and 2/29/20:
- Enrollment with safety council by 7/31/19.
- Attendance at 4 safety council meetings/events between 7/1/19 and 2/29/20.
Check your company's participation
here
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Sponsor a Safety Council Meeting
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Did you know that your company can sponsor a safety council meeting? This is a great way to reach 200+ companies and highlight your services. The average attendance at these meetings is 200-240.
A $150.00 sponsorship includes your corporate logo in our newsletter (as above) and in the overhead scrolling announcements played 1 hour prior to the meeting for the month you choose to sponsor, 5 minutes of business related commercial time at the podium, a table for display items, an opportunity to giveaway promotional items and two complimentary meals.
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