Best safety time is spent strengthening culture: meaningful talks, supervisor support, training and recognition. By Alden Strealy, MS, CIH, CSP, AGC Director of Safety Services Safety committees. Job site walks.
Third-party first-aid services send medical professionals on-site to treat minor injuries quickly, saving time and costs while reducing workers’ comp claims and jobsite downtime. By Mark Spring, CSP, CRIS, AGC
Students from multiple Oregon high schools won O[yes] safety media contest promoting heat-illness prevention training for teen workers via ads and videos. Students at Crescent Valley High School in Corvallis,
Assess lead early by reviewing materials, building age, and data; testing alone can’t rule it out. If present, follow OSHA rules and conduct air monitoring. By Holt Andron, CSP, CHST,
The Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA) and Oregon Labor Federation, AFL-CIO invite the public to attend the Workers Memorial Day observance on Tuesday, April 28, in Salem.
Toolbox talks are often rushed, but when structured they can support OSHA refresher training, reinforce hazards, improve understanding, and strengthen job site safety culture. By: Nathan Taylor, CSP, CHST, AGC
Oregon OSHA’s Safety Break encourages employers and workers to pause, promote workplace safety, and strengthen safety culture. The Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division (Oregon OSHA) urges employers and workers
February 12, 2026 The Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services (DCBS) is warning the public about a scam targeting Spanish-speaking injured workers in other states, including in nearby Idaho
Complacency creates risk when routine leads to shortcuts and reduced awareness. Staying alert, following procedures, and supporting each other prevents incidents and keeps crews safe. By Mark Spring, CSP, AGC
Oregon’s non-disabling claims program reimburses medical-only injuries, helping employers control costs, protect EMR, and support safer, faster return-to-work outcomes. By Nathan Taylor, CSP, CHST, AGC Safety Operations Manager | Safety
