 Protecting workers from repetitive stress injuries
One of the fastest-growing threats to workplace safety and health are repetitive stress injuries (RSIs). RSIs are injuries to your muscles, tendons, or nerves caused by repeated motions and constant use. These tips can help you prevent RSIs and promote a safer, more productive workplace.
 September is National Preparedness Month
National Preparedness Month is recognized to help people, businesses, and communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters and emergencies.
Here are five tips that can help save lives and protect property.
 Low-cost OSHA 30-hour construction classes
DWC offers both in-person training and online video training. Those who complete the course receive an OSHA 30-Hour Construction course completion card within eight weeks.
- You must be a Texas resident or an employee currently working in Texas to register.
- To attend, you must understand and communicate in the language of the course.
- Online classes are Central Time Zone and both weeks are required.
October 2023
In person | Fort Worth (TCEQ) | October 2-6 | 8:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Central time | English
In person | San Antonio (HCA) | October 2-6 | 8:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Central time | Spanish
In person | El Paso (Field office)| October 9-13 | 8:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Mountain time | Spanish
In person | Austin (BJB) | October 16-20 | 8:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Central time | English
In person | Houston (Field office) | October 16-20 | 8:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Central time | Spanish
Watch this video to learn more.
 Free on-site or online safety consultations
No matter your needs or challenges, the Texas OSHA Consultation Program (OSHCON) has safety and health resources to help your business.
OSHCON consultations are free and confidential. They are offered in person at your job site or virtually.
We can help you find, reduce, and remove safety and health hazards, and learn OSHA standards.
OSHCON also provides:
- Training.
- Help with safety and health programs.
- Free safety training materials and publications.
Check out the OSHCON webpage or contact us:
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