It Can Be a Dangerous Profession
Two recent work-related fatalities remind us to support each other The week of July 20 was a terrible week for the Oregon Department of Transportation. On July 22, ODOT Transportation
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Workplace Safety Training Grants Available
Oregon OSHA is accepting applications for the development of innovative workplace safety and health training programs. Unique projects such as mobile apps, videos, or online educational games to engage workers
National Safety Stand-Down Reaches Millions of Workers!
Since May 4, millions of workers and thousands of employers have paused to focus on preventing falls in the workplace. As National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction wraps up,
Fallen Workers to be Remembered 4/28
Workers Memorial Day to be observed with Salem ceremony Not all Oregon families experience the safe return of their loved one following a day at work. Oregon workers who died
Fred Shearer & Sons Takes Time for Safety Break 2015
Fred Shearer & Sons take time out of their busy schedule to celebrate Safety Break 2015. They had a big lunch for all the 100+ employees on May 13 to
Participate in Safety Break for Oregon
Participate in Safety Break for Oregon: Wednesday, May 13 Employers across Oregon are invited to promote workplace safety and health with training, award recognition events, or other creative activities. What
Workplace Safety Training Grants Available
Interactive, mobile-friendly ideas encouraged Starting July 1, Oregon OSHA will accept applications for the development of innovative workplace safety and health training programs. Oregon OSHA, a division of the Department
Oregon OSHA Features Fortis Safety Director
Oregon OSHA recently released their June–July issue of their Health and Safety Resource. In their “Going the Distance” article they focus on Demetra Star, safety director for chapter member Fortis
Prevent Heat Illness for Workers in Rising Temperatures
Learn the signs of heat exhaustion; take precaution Landscaping, construction, and agriculture are all labor-intensive activities that can raise the body temperature of workers in hot weather. This could lead
Oregon Students Invited to Enter Safety Video Contest
Win cash for creative workplace safety messages Students have used original music, special effects, and offbeat characters to promote young worker safety and health. The annual Speak up. Work safe.