Laura Oslund

June 17-21 is #TrenchSafetyStandDownWeek, an important time for employers to reflect on trench hazards and ensure risks are being mitigated. Learn safety tips for working in and around trenches and find how ClickSafety's training can help mitigate risks: https://bit.ly/45wLmH4

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Learning more about the bystander effect can help organizations understand how it could affect workplace accident response if prevention measures are not taken. https://lnkd.in/ehYUTwnz

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During National Safety Month, let's talk about safety engagement! Engaging employees in #safety practices can help reduce #workplace accidents and #injuries by identifying and addressing potential #hazards early, creating a safer work environment for all. https://lnkd.in/gNzkRdCk

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🚨 What to Expect When a Safety Inspector Calls 🚨 Understanding the process of a health and safety inspection can ease concerns and turn the visit into a productive discussion on workplace safety. 🔹 Inspectors present an ID card and need prompt facilitation. 🔹 Safety reps can accompany the inspector. 🔹 Advice and required improvements are documented in reports. Inspections aim to identify safety improvements and educate those responsible. Knowing what to expect ensures a safer workplace for all. 🛡️ Learn more by linking to our website below. #WorkplaceSafety #HealthAndSafety #HSA #SafetyFirst #EmployeeWellbeing

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Safety is a top priority for organizations, but without a strong safety culture, we risk incidents, low morale, and reputational damage. Shane Cabrera, Senior Manager at Monarch, ISN, shares insights with Safety+Health Magazine on how to enhance safety practices and protocols including encouraging honest feedback, being transparent about action plans, and engaging a third-party safety partner. Read the article here: https://hubs.la/Q02xM7JN0 #SafetyFirst #WorkplaceSafety #SafetyCulture

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Slips, trips, and falls are considered one of the top three reasons behind work-related injuries. https://loom.ly/VuXicdU #standdown4safety #oshaonlinecenter #slips #trips #falls #reasons #work #injuries #hazard #osha #oshaonlinetraining

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If a workplace hazard can’t be eliminated, personal protective equipment (PPE) may be your last line of defense. Did you know that Oregon employers must conduct a hazard assessment and document in writing when PPE is necessary to do a job safety? Learn more about hazard assessments: #SAIF12MonthsofSafety

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Episode #4 is ready and waiting for you! Here’s where to listen: https://lnkd.in/g4ijXwqi #newpodcast #lifesafety #lifesafetyassoc #podcast #safetyfirst #safetytips #safetyprofessionals #safetytraining #cpr #firstaid #ert #ERTtraining #EMT #podcasting #emergencyresponse #firstresponders #workplacesafety #earhustle #tunein #lifesafetypodcast

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The fifth annual National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-By Incidents began on April 15, providing employers with opportunities to raise awareness of struck-by hazard recognition and prevention. This is in conjunction with National Work Zone Awareness Week. Take a look at some resources linked here: https://lnkd.in/e4tqp9kE #AICC #safety #workzone #awareness #safetytips #incidents #workplacesafety #workerscomp #workerscompensation #claims #claimsmanagement #losscontrol #claimshandling #prevention #hazards #NARFA #education #communication

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Webinar: Back to Basics - Enhancing Safety and Performance in the Fire Service. The 2024 Firefighter Safety Stand Down will take place next week from June 16 to 22. This year’s theme is “Fire Training: Back to Basics.” In observance of this year’s Safety Stand Down week, Lexipol is hosting a webinar on Monday, June 17, 2024 at 1 p.m. EDT, Back to Basics: Enhancing Safety and Performance in the Fire Service. Whether you are looking to reinforce basic skills or integrate advanced safety protocols, this kick-off webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed for leading a safer, more prepared fire service team. Participants will learn: How safety standards were developed and why they exist. Why you should never forget what you learned in the academy. How to assess your community to improve service delivery. How to ensure both physical health and mental health within your organization. Learn more and register at Lexipol.com. Registration is free. A link to the recording will be provided to registrants after the event. #MABAS #SAFETY #FireFighter

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The more we can spotlight the importance of worker safety, the better! Appreciate this coverage from EHS Today on our recent first-of-its-kind research report, The State of Industrial Worker Safety and Wellbeing. #training #safety #WorkplaceSafety

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June is National Safety Month, and the Idaho Counties Risk Management Program (ICRMP) has helpful information regarding slips, falls and incident reporting. Slips and falls are among the most common accidents, leading to significant injuries and financial losses. Here’s a quick guide to creating a safer environment and preventing costly losses. Do: Assess Risks: Regularly check for hazards. Practice Safety: Keep areas clean; use warning signs. Train Employees: Educate on safety procedures and equipment use. Report Quickly: Encourage immediate incident reporting using an incident report form. Sample form available here: https://lnkd.in/gzGKMpZm Don’t: Ignore Risks: Address all hazards promptly. Skip Maintenance: Upkeep is crucial for safety. Miss Documentation: Record all details for claims. Assume Liability: Don’t guarantee payment or say, “We’ve been meaning to fix that.” Proper training, maintenance, and a safety-first approach leads to fewer accidents and claims. View ICRMP's Slip & Fall Incident Guide for more information: https://lnkd.in/gPv24Tti #Safety #SafetyFirst #NationalSafetyMonth #RiskManagement

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Check out this Safety+Health Magazine article outlining recent findings on the prevalence of work zone crashes: https://hubs.ly/Q02BbySl0 #aclaimant #rmis #safety #safetymanagement #insight

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A Guide to Enhancing Fall Safety in the Workplace - Learn the strategies and standards that can help greatly reduce the risk of fall-related injuries among your workforce. https://buff.ly/4aItM3z #SafetyFirst #FallSafety #SafetyTraining

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Cheri Marcham, chair of our online M.S. in Occupational Safety Management (https://lnkd.in/gZB3bCht), has recently presented at an American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) conference in Oklahoma City. "Clouds and Consequences: E-cigarette Effects on the Indoor and Outdoor Environment" While “vaping” has been promoted as a beneficial smoking cessation tool and an alternative nicotine delivery device with no combustion byproducts, the impacts on indoor environmental quality, surface deposition, and public health concerns will be explored. Electronic cigarette aerosols have been shown to contain many hazardous components, including nicotine, formaldehyde, acrolein, acetaldehyde, heavy metals, and other contaminants that present a potential concern not only for the user, but for second and third-hand exposures. Compounding these known hazards are the concerns for the unknown hazards associated with flavoring chemicals and pyrolysis byproducts of these flavorings. Nicotine deposition from e-cig aerosols has been shown to have the potential to persist on porous surfaces such as fabric for several days, and e-cigarette aerosols have been shown to be able to spread through HVAC systems to adjacent parts of a building where it can deposit on surfaces. Such surface deposition can lead to potential third-hand exposure.   In addition to health concerns, environmental issues from the influx of disposable vapes into the market resulting from regulatory changes will be addressed. Attendees will be able to utilize the information and knowledge gained to inform decision-making and policy development related to e-cigarette use in various indoor environments as well as apply the information and research findings to educate and raise awareness among stakeholders, such as employers, facility managers, and public health officials, on the potential exposures and risks associated with e-cigarettes in both the indoor and outdoor environments.

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One of the most cost-effective methods of preventing workplace injuries is the employer’s investment into continued workplace and safety training beyond the initial onboarding. Read F&P’s newest worker's compensation insight by attorney Patrick Short. #franklinprokopik #workerscomp #safetytraining #injuryprevention https://lnkd.in/gzc7GKCB

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Behavior-based safety programs can be difficult to implement and measure, but statistics show that successful programs do improve worker safety. It’s important, then, for us to understand why behavior-based safety programs fail. #ThrowbackThursday

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