Face Covering/Mask Update
This morning, we received the following information from Kevin Cannon, AGC of America’s director of Safety and Health Services: “We are well aware of the updated CDC guidance and the
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Severe Heat Alert Across the NW
When the temperature goes up, heat can make you sick. The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Watch for dangerously hot conditions with temperatures in the low 100’s.
Oregon OSHA Formally Lifts Face Covering, Distancing Rules
Effective immediately, Oregon OSHA formally lifts face covering, distancing parts of COVID-19 rules Oregon OSHA today removed the facial covering and physical distancing requirements of its COVID-19 rule for all
SAIF Offers Expertise on COVID-19 Workplace Safety
Many of us are aware of the human toll the virus has taken on the health of people and communities. But how have workers specifically been impacted? In addition to
Statewide Mask Mandate Effective Today
Following this week’s announcement from Gov. Brown that she will reinstate the statewide mask mandate, effective today, Aug. 13, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and Oregon Occupational Safety & Health
Oregon OSHA Free Online Spanish Fall Protection Training
Oregon OSHA launches free Spanish online training for fall protection in construction Employers and workers who speak Spanish and engage in construction activities in Oregon now have a free and
Is Your Workplace Safe + Sound?
Responsible employers manage safety in the workplace What is a Safety and Health Program? A safety and health program is a proactive way to manage hazards in the workplace to
Oregon OSHA Issues Draft Emergency Temporary Standards Related to COVID-19
On August 17, 2020, Oregon become one of the first states in the country to propose formal rules for the workplace related to COVID-19. Oregon OSHA is currently accepting public
Join Safety Break for Oregon on May 13!
Do you need time to review how best to tackle workplace hazards? Join Safety Break for Oregon on May 13! Sponsored by the Oregon SHARP Alliance. When you sign up,
OSHA Clarifies Coronavirus Reporting Requirements for Employers
Employers must track and report instances of workers contracting COVID-19 on the job, not those stemming from exposure to the new coronavirus while off the clock, OSHA said. OSHA update—new