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Keeping metal fabrication shops safe and OSHA-compliant

Keeping metal fabrication shops safe and OSHA-compliant

Thanks to the skills and creativity of nearly 60,000 U.S. employees in metal fabrication, metal parts are available for everything from buildings and automobiles to smartphones and medical equipment. However, the process of cutting, bending, stamping, and assembling metal poses hazards. These tips can help protect workers and keep metal fabrication shops OSHA-compliant.


National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-By Incidents, April 15-19

National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-By Incidents, April 15-19

Find infographics, research reports, flyers, toolbox talks, event webinars, and more at the Center for Construction Research and Training in both English and Spanish.

Also check out DWC’s safety tips for preventing struck-by hazards.


National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 15-19

National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 15-19

Find fact sheets, posters, and more at the following links:


Low-Cost OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Class

Low-cost OSHA 10-hour general industry class

This class covers OSHA general industry standards and requirements and safety awareness to help employees find and reduce job site hazards.

  • In-person training and online video training.
  • You must be a Texas resident or an employee currently working in Texas to register.
  • The student must understand and communicate in the language of the course.
  • Participants receive an OSHA 10-Hour General Industry card within eight weeks after course completion.

April 2024

Houston | April 24-25 | English | Two-day

May 2024

Austin | May 7-8 | English | Two-day

Fort Worth | May 14-15 | English | Two-day

El Paso | May 29-30 | Spanish | Two-day

Registration costs $30 and is required due to limited space. 

Learn more and register on the TDI website

Help us make Texas a safer place to work!

Help us make Texas a safer place to work!

The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) is hiring for the following positions:

OSHCON Health Consultant     

Two positions available. Help Texas employers by performing technical consultation services to reduce health risks in a wide variety of worksites and industries. OSHCON Consultants enjoy a rewarding career helping Texas employers keep their workers safe.

Workplace Safety Training Specialist

Based in Austin. Help train Texas employers and workers to identify, avoid, and report workplace hazards.

Bilingual Training Specialist

Based in San Antonio. Use your language skills to keep all Texas workers safe.

You’ll love the benefits of working at TDI!

  • Flexible work schedule, including hybrid work schedule, if applicable.
  • Includes holidays, paid vacation, and paid sick leave.
  • Free comprehensive medical insurance for full-time employees, as well as 50% off premium costs for dependents.
  • Other insurance benefits for dental coverage, disability coverage, term life and accidental death and dismemberment.
  • Retirement benefits.
  • Ongoing professional development and training.
  • Free parking.

Interested? Check these important notes before you apply.

Questions? Call us at 800-578-4677 or email HumanResources@tdi.texas.gov.