News Update
March 9, 2022
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National Ladder Safety Month |
In order to raise awareness raise awareness of ladder safety and to decrease the number of ladder-related injuries and fatalities, the American Ladder Institute (ALI) established March as National Ladder Safety Month. NLSM is the only movement dedicated exclusively to the promotion of ladder safety, at home and at work, and promotes the safe use of ladders through resources, training and a national dialogue.
Among the goals of National Ladder Safety Month are to:
- Decrease the number of ladder-related injuries and fatalities
- Lower the rankings of ladder-related safety citations on OSHA’s yearly “Top 10 List”
- Increase the number of ladder trainings
- Increase the number of companies and individuals who inspect and properly dispose of old, damaged or obsolete ladders
Every year over 100 people die in ladder-related accidents, and thousands suffer disabling injuries. Ladder accidents are preventable, but without better safety planning and training, we will continue to see far too many fatalities. Every step matters: from step stools to extension ladders, make sure you're putting the right foot forward. Visit American Ladder Institute for More Info
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Expand Your Career Opportunities:
Earn Your Safety Associate Certificate – Level I
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The Safety Associate Certificate – Level 1 Program provides you with a solid foundation for understanding OSHA regulatory standards and developing solutions to workplace safety challenges. You can tailor the program to reflect your own areas of interest through a selection of required courses and electives with an emphasis on construction or general industry.
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Participating in the Safety Associate Certificate – Level I Program can help you:
- Understand the essential elements of an effective workplace safety program
- Learn the fundamentals of OSHA standards and how they affect your business
- Learn to identify potential hazards and their solutions
- Develop accident (incident) investigation skills
You should consider earning a Safety Associate Certificate – Level I if:
- You are looking to start a career in safety
- Your current occupation requires you to have a solid understanding of safety and health principles
- You are concerned about, or have the responsibility for, safety in your workplace
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U.S. Department of Labor projections and other industry studies show that through newly created opportunities and positions vacated due to retirement, there is a growing need for newly trained safety and health workers. Certificate holders may qualify for positions such as an Assistant Safety Specialist, Safety Coordinator or Safety Technician. Learn More
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Patient Safety Awareness Week Observed to Help Improve Safety in the Health Care System |
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Patient Safety Awareness Week, being observed this year on March 13–19, is an annual recognition event intended to encourage everyone to learn more about health care safety. During this week, the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) seeks to advance important discussions locally and globally and inspire action to improve the safety of the health care system — for patients and the workforce.
Although there has been real progress made in patient safety over the past two decades, current estimates cite medical harm as a leading cause of death worldwide. Some studies suggest that as many as 400,000 deaths occur in the United States each year as a result of errors or preventable harm. Not every case of harm results in death, yet they can have long-term impact on the patient's physical health and emotional health, financial well-being and family relationships.
Preventing harm in health care settings is a public health concern. Everyone interacts with the health care system at some point in life, and everyone has a role to play in advancing safe health care. Learn More
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CEUs - Attendees will receive 0.5* Continuing Education Unit Credits (*pending approval).
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Hear the latest from the Federal OSHA National Office, Federal OSHA Region 9, Arizona Division of Occupational Safety & Health, California Division of Occupational Safety & Health, Hawaii Occupational Safety & Health and Nevada Safety Consultation & Training Section. |
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The Pacific Coast Safety Fest (PCSF) is a live virtual event that offers training and resources to anyone working or living in Region 9 (Arizona, California, Nevada, Hawaii, Guam, Pacific Territories and American Samoa).
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LEARN MORE ABOUT UPCOMING OSHA CLASSES |
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*IN-PERSON CLASSES
Physical distancing and appropriate safety guidelines followed, and class sizes are reduced. Proof of vaccination status is required. Read Full Course Policy
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ONLINE ZOOM CLASSES
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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Pleasanton, CA 94588
Phone: 866-936-6742
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For additional information, email us at otc@clpccd.org or call 866-936-6742.
The recommendations in this newsletter are advisory in nature, informational in content, and intended to assist employers in providing a safe and healthful workplace.
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