News Update
October 6, 2021
OSHA Rules Guide the Safe Operation of Cranes & Derricks in Construction
Moving large, heavy loads is crucial in the construction industry. There are significant safety issues to be considered, both for the operators of the diverse lifting devices, and for workers in proximity to them. OSHA's Cranes & Derricks in Construction webpage offers important safety information on these devices and their operation, including Assembly and Disassembly Fact Sheet, Underground Construction & Demolition Final Rule, Final Rule for Crane Operator Certification, and much more.

Learn the best practices in crane and derrick operation using the OSHA Cranes & Derricks in Construction Rule as a guide. Course covers hazards associated with crane assembly and disassembly, types of cranes, lifting concepts, rigging and wire rope, signaling, employee qualifications and training, and maintenance, repair, and inspections.

November 1-3, 2021
Pleasanton, CA
NFPA Sponsors Fire Prevention Week October 3-9, 2021
Fire Prevention at Home

The National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) is sponsoring Fire Prevention Week October 3-9, 2021. This year’s campaign, “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety!” works to educate everyone about the different sounds the smoke and carbon monoxide alarms make. Knowing what to do when an alarm sounds will keep you and your family safe. When an alarm makes noises – a beeping sound or a chirping sound – you must take action. Learn More
Fire Safety at Work

Fire safety becomes everyone's job at work. Employers should train workers about fire hazards and what to do in a fire emergency. A Fire Plan should outline assignments of key personnel during a fire, provide an evacuation plan for workers on the site, and be set up prior to beginning demolition jobs in the construction industry. OSHA’s provides valuable reference materials, such as a Fire Safety Fact Sheet, to help reduce fire-related injuries at workplaces. Learn More
Department of Labor Updates Whistleblower Resources
Every worker has the right to report violations of workplace safety and other laws. An employer cannot retaliate against you for exercising your rights under the Department of Labor’s whistleblower protection laws. Retaliation includes such actions as firing or laying off, demoting, denying overtime or promotion, or reducing pay or hours.
 
The U.S. Department of Labor carries out its mission through a number of agencies. Five agencies enforce whistleblower and anti-retaliation laws:
UPCOMING OSHA CLASSES

Learn about OSHA policies, procedures, standards and construction safety & health principles. Click here for the full OSHA #510 course description.

October 16-24, 2021 | Sacramento, CA
November 8-11, 2021 | VILT via Zoom
VIRTUAL, INSTRUCTOR-LED via ZOOM | REGISTER ONLINE
IN-PERSON | PLEASANTON, CA | REGISTER ONLINE
IN-PERSON | PLEASANTON, CA | REGISTER ONLINE

Learn about OSHA standards for hazardous materials handling and other national consensus standards relating to hazardous materials, including flammable and combustible liquids, compressed gases and cryogenic liquids. Learn More

October 19-22, 2021 | VILT via Zoom
In-Person Classes: Physical distancing and other safety guidelines are followed in all In-Person classes, and class sizes are reduced.
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. Contact us if you are unsure if this applies to you.
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The OSHA Training Institute Education Center at Chabot-Las Positas Community College District offers high quality OSHA standards-based training for construction, maritime, disaster site and general industries in Northern, Central and Southern California, Nevada, Arizona, Hawaii, Guam, American Samoa and the Northern Mariana Islands.

OSHA classes are offered as Virtual Instructor-Led Training via Zoom and also In-Person in select locations following physical distancing and other strict COVID-19 safety guidelines. In-person class sizes are reduced in size, so early registration is strongly advised. Visit our website for a current class schedule.
We are available to respond to your inquiries at otc@clpccd.org or 866-936-6742.

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 newsletter are advisory in nature, informational in content, and intended to assist employers in providing a safe and healthful workplace.