OSHA QuickTakes – August 6, 2013

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In this issue

White House releases executive order on improving chemical facility safety and security


New Labor Secretary committed to workplace safety and health


Hazard alert warns of dangers of 1-bromopropane exposure


OSHA, NWS remind employers to protect outdoor workers during heat wave


Three companies ordered to reinstate workers for whistleblower violations of clean air, surface transportation and aviation acts


Echo Lake Foods fined $150,000 for 27 safety violations


Western Sugar Cooperative cited for combustible dust and other hazards


Arkansas poultry processor cited for exposing workers to hazardous chemicals


OSHA releases new fall prevention training guide with “tool box talks”


ASA/OSHA webinar reminds employers to train, protect all temp workers


Webinar answers questions about GHS requirements


OSHA schedules ACCSH meeting


Outreach campaign aims to protect health care workers from musculoskeletal disorders


OSHA helps NH responders prep for emergencies


OSHA demonstrates safe grain handling at Wisconsin Farm Tech Days


Free On-site Consultation program helps small businesses improve workplace safety and health


OSHA and partners count successes in oil and gas safety stand-down


Follow us on Twitter and visit us on Facebook


New OSHA Web resources available


Better health insurance choices coming in October 2013

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