News Update
October 12, 2022
Find and Fix Hazards to Establish an Effective Safety and Health Program
Employers can establish an effective safety and health program by finding and fixing hazards before they ever cause an injury, illness or fatality. OSHA's Safety and Health Programs Step-by-Step Guide and other resources can help you get started. The core elements of a good safety and health program include:
Management leadership: Business owners, managers and supervisors provide leadership, vision and resources to implement an effective safety and health program.

Worker participation: Effective, safety and health programs need the full participation of workers and their representatives.

Hazard identification and assessment: One of the "root causes" of workplace injuries and illnesses is the failure to identify or recognize hazards that are present, or that could have been anticipated.

Hazard prevention and control: Effective controls protect workers from hazards; help avoid injuries and illnesses; and minimize or eliminate risks.

Education and training: Workers and managers must be informed about workplace hazards and controls and given opportunities to shape the development and implementation of a safety and health program.

Program evaluation and improvement: Safety and health programs must be evaluated to verify they are being properly implemented, and then assessed at least annually to determine what is working and what is not.

This 1-day class covers the implementation of a safety and health management system and addresses the core elements of an effective program and the central issues that are critical to each element's proper management. This is an interactive training session featuring class discussion and workshops.

Earning a Professional Certificate Can Help You Expand Your Safety Expertise
The OSHA Training Institute Education Center at Chabot-Las Positas Community College District offers several levels of Professional Safety Certificates to take your career and your organization’s safety program to the next level. These programs provide real-world information that can be immediately applied in the workplace, giving you knowledge in many safety and health subjects and allowing you to build upon your safety expertise.

Individuals who participate in professional certification pathways:
  • Stay informed about changing regulations, guidance documents, and regulatory interpretations
  • Learn to successfully communicate safety and health to employees and executives
  • Can help their organizations avoid costly citations by learning to stay compliant with OSHA regulations
  • Demonstrate proficiency and the ambition to enhance their career
  • Create a network of others who share similar insight and resolve
  • Continue to develop professionally in a growing and changing field
Safety Stu & Sofia Observe Fire Prevention Week
October 9-15
In recognition of the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week, Safety Stu and Sofia remind us to be prepared in case there is a fire. Learn More
October is National Substance Abuse Prevention Month
October is National Substance Abuse Prevention Month. Established in 2011, this awareness campaign was created to highlight an epidemic within the US. Since 1999, nearly one million Americans have died from drug overdoses – with a record of over 93,000 dying in 2020 (a 30% increase from the previous year). 
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) collects information on thousands of state-licensed providers who specialize in treating substance use disorders, addiction, and mental illness. For referrals to substance use and mental health treatment programs, call the SAMHSA Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or visit www.FindTreatment.gov to find a qualified health care provider.
Spotlight on In-Person OSHA Classes
Spotlight on Virtual Zoom OSHA Classes
Physical distancing and safety guidelines followed, and class sizes are reduced. Proof of vaccination status required on Pleasanton campus only.
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.
5860 Owens Drive
3rd Floor
Pleasanton, CA 94588

Phone: 866-936-6742
Fax: 925-460-0133

E-Mail: otc@clpccd.org

Website: osha4you.com
The OSHA Training Institute Education Center at Chabot-Las Positas Community College District is part of a select network of nonprofit organizations in the U.S. authorized by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to provide occupational safety and health training to employers and workers. 

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.
Visit our website for a complete schedule of OSHA classes, or for more information, call 866-936-6742 or email otc@clpccd.org.

The OSHA Training Institute Education Center Catalog features information on our training programs, including overviews and class descriptions, enrollment policies and course delivery options. Download the OSHA Training Catalog or Request a Catalog by Mail.

The recommendations in this email are advisory in nature, informational in content, and intended to assist employers in providing a safe and healthful workplace.