OSHA News Update
January 4, 2023
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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2021 Report Shows Increase in Fatal Occupational Injuries |
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- A rate of 3.6 fatal occupational injuries per 100,000 employees represents the highest annual rate since 2016.
- A worker died every 101 minutes from a work-related injury.
- The share of Black or African American workers fatally injured on the job reached an all-time high, increasing from 11.4% of total fatalities in 2020 to 12.6% in 2021.
- Suicides continued to trend down, decreasing to 236 in 2021 from 259 in 2020, an 8.9% decrease.
- Workers in transportation and material moving occupations suffered 1,523 fatal work injuries, the highest number of fatalities of any occupational group.
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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has released its 2021 Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries, which shows a one-year increase of 8.9% to 5,190 workers who suffered fatal work injuries in 2021. Each of these deaths greatly impacts workers’ families, friends, co-workers and communities and are clear reminders of the important occupational safety and health work that must be done.
OSHA and its thousands of professionals across the nation are determined to enforce all occupational safety and health regulations and standards while working with employers, workers, labor unions, trade associations and other stakeholders to ensure that every worker in the U.S. ends their workday safely. Learn More
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How should employers prepare to keep workers safe in winter weather? |
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Employers have a responsibility to provide working conditions that are free from recognized hazards, including those related to winter weather. These hazards include slippery roads and working surfaces, strong winds and low temperatures that can lead to cold stress conditions such as hypothermia. To protect the safety and health of workers whose jobs expose them to these hazards, employers should:
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Train workers to recognize and treat symptoms of cold stress, and avoid hazards from slippery roads and surfaces, windy conditions, and downed power lines.
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Provide engineering controls such as radiant heaters to warm workplaces like outdoor security stations, and work areas that are shielded from drafts or wind to reduce wind chill.
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Implement safe work practices such as scheduling jobs that expose workers to the cold weather in the warmer part of the day and limiting the amount of time spent outdoors in extremely low temperatures.
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Consider providing protective winter weather gear including, coats, jackets and gloves.
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Introduction to OSHA Class Provides Safety and Health Overview for Small Businesses |
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As a small business owner, you know that retaining employees and keeping them safe and healthy on the job is an important aspect of managing a successful business. OSHA is focused on helping business owners train their employees not only to perform their job duties effectively and efficiently but also to recognize the importance of keeping themselves and their fellow employees safe on the job.
OSHA has developed a half-day class to provide a basic framework for small business owners and their employees to develop and implement a safety and health program that helps ensure a safe workplace for all. Learn More
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Learn More About Upcoming OSHA Classes |
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VIRTUAL INSTRUCTOR-LED (ZOOM)
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VIRTUAL INSTRUCTOR-LED (ZOOM)
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VIRTUAL INSTRUCTOR-LED (ZOOM)
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Las Vegas, NV | February 1-3
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VIRTUAL INSTRUCTOR-LED (ZOOM)
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VIRTUAL INSTRUCTOR-LED (ZOOM)
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Class sizes are limited to support the health and safety of all participants. Proof of vaccination status NO LONGER required for IN-PERSON classes.
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In Region IX OSHA numbered Virtual, Instructor-Led classes offered via Zoom are only available to participants located in California, Arizona, Nevada, Hawaii, Guam, American Samoa and the Northern Mariana Islands. Call 866-936-6742 if you are unsure if this applies to you.
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5860 Owens Drive
3rd Floor
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Phone: 866-936-6742
Fax: 925-460-0133
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We offer OSHA standards-based classes In-Person and Virtual Instructor-Led via Zoom for construction, maritime, disaster site and general industries in California, Nevada, Arizona, Hawaii, Guam, American Samoa and the Northern Mariana Islands. Class sizes are limited, so early registration is strongly advised.
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The recommendations in this email are advisory in nature, informational in content, and intended to assist employers in providing a safe and healthful workplace.
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