Your November 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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Virtual Safety Council Meeting
Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at noon
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Crisis Management for Business Leaders
Stephanie York
Vice President and In-house Counsel
Hennes Communications
OSHA & discrimination complaints…active shooter situations…employee fraud… product defects…employee discontent…environmental events…industrial accidents…sexual misconduct…stupid Facebook posts…trade issues…transportation problems…regulatory issues.
Meanwhile, there’s a TV reporter in your parking lot looking for comment. A disaster can happen anytime. And when it does, you may only have minutes to respond.
It’s a fact: controversies today are tried in the Court of Public Opinion more often than in any Court of Law. Those reputational trials can greatly influence public perception and tarnish an organization’s brand. With the rampant use of social media, that threat has grown exponentially. The result: an organization’s most important asset can be significantly damaged before a legal trial even begins. Indeed, since most legal controversies are settled prior to trial, the Court of Public Opinion has arguably become the most important battleground not only for goodwill and market share, but also for legal bargaining and settlement negotiations. Managing this battleground has become critical for business leaders.
Since it takes a lifetime to build a reputation and only a few seconds to destroy one, “managing the message” is a necessary skill set for CEOs, executive directors, school officials, health care directors, attorneys and government officials, as well as other business leaders.
This presentation will focus on a highly strategic approach to communicating during a wide variety of situations, offering methods for establishing and maintaining “control of the message,” enabling you to move your message forward or mount a defense against a sudden onslaught from traditional or social media.
Stephanie York, J.D., Vice President and In-house Counsel for Hennes Communications, has over 25 years’ experience in law and communications, most of that time working in as an Assistant Director of Law and spokesperson for the City of Akron and former Mayor Don Plusquellic.
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Virtual Holiday Food Fund Drive |
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SCSC will be joining the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbanks's 2020 Holiday Campaign by hosting a virtual Food Fund Drive now through December 16.
As COVID-19 leaves more people food insecure, our local foodbanks need our support now more than ever.
We hope you'll join us with a minimum donation of just $5. Remember, every $1 donated equals 4 meals!
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Question: We have made changes to our training programs. What things should be considered for the documentation and proof of training?
Answer: Whether the training is virtual or in person, the need for documentation is the same. We have heard “if it’s not documented it wasn’t done. So document, document, document…
Here is a list of things you can include in your documentation:
- Topic – such as Hazcom, LOTO, Emergency Preparedness
- Agenda – what did you cover – keep details so you don’t forget
- Format - online, webinar, in-person, hybrid
- Name of trainer and/or company
- Assessments - These are great to gauge understanding of a topic. You can create simple few questions prior to the training and feel free to review as part of the training.
- Post survey on training effectiveness
Additionally, make sure there is a chance for employees to easily pose questions and give feedback.
Times are challenging but this is a good time to think outside the box and try some hybrid trainings or virtual options. Draw from your staff and keep contact during these times. You just may find some things that can improve your training programs for the future. Always feel free to contact your BWC safety staff for additional information.
Cari Gray is an Industrial Safety Consultant Specialist with the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC)
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How to Create a Healthy Work Environment During Unusual...
The average person will spend 90,000 hours of their life at work. That's a lot of time on the clock, giving employers a good reason to maintain a healthy work environment. In fact, it's essential. If you've ever walked into a toxic work...
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info.totalwellnesshealth.com
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Fall Hiking Spree
We're Your Back Yard Home Explore Parks & Trails Things To Do Get Involved Discover Nature News & Publications About Us Contact Us Photo: Harter Barn at Silver Creek Metro Park This year, the Fall Hiking Spree celebrates the rich history of the...
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www.summitmetroparks.org
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Wellness Challenge
There's still time to participate in SCSC's Fall Wellness Challenge - Go Take A Hike! Our challenge parallels Summit Metro Parks' Fall Hiking Spree.
Get the details of the Go Take a Hike! Challenge and hit the trails for a hike in health!
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9 Fall Driving Hazards and How to Drive Safely
You're 3.5 times as likely to hit an animal, especially a deer, in November as at any other time of the year, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety says. Deer are likely to be mating in November, and that's why you see more of them.
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www.aarp.org
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Why the Time Change Is Trickier When Working From Home
After clocks turn back an hour Nov. 1, David K. Welsh, who works from home, plans a few changes. "I will make more of an effort to see daylight in the morning," says Dr. Welsh, who studies the body's internal clock as a professor in the...
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www.wsj.com
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10 Leaf-Raking Lessons No One Ever Taught You
Leaf blowers can greatly reduce cleanup time after raking, but only if they're used correctly. Start by sectioning out the yard and establishing a grid pattern, then work the leaf blower back and forth in rows. Remember that practice makes...
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www.bobvila.com
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COVID-19
COVID-19 Travel Advisory Those entering Ohio after travel to states reporting positive testing rates of 15% or higher for COVID-19 are advised to self-quarantine for 14 days. Public Health Orders Read the public health and executive orders signed ...
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coronavirus.ohio.gov
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Governor DeWine Requests BWC Send $5 Billion Dividend to ...
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine was joined by Lt. Governor Jon Husted today to request the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) send up to $5 billion in dividends to Ohio employers to ease the continued financial impact from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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governor.ohio.gov
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OSHA at 50 | Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Established by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, OSHA opens its doors on April 28, 1971. During its initial decade, OSHA issued the first standards for asbestos, lead, carcinogens, and cotton dust. The OSHA Training Institute,...
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www.osha.gov
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BWC Services and Class Information
BWC’s Division of Safety and Hygiene (DSH) has canceled all in-person classes through March 31, 2021.
Please consider virtual or online course options available
Updated10/14/20
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Sponsor a Virtual Safety Council Meeting |
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Summit County Safety Council is offering virtual sponsorships for the FY 21 Program Year through June, 2021. This is a great way to highlight your company's safety/employment related services. The average attendance at these virtual meetings is 60-100.
A $50.00 sponsorship includes your corporate logo in our newsletter, 5 minutes of virtual business related commercial time and an opportunity to give away promotional items.
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