OSHA QuickTakes for March 23: featuring stories on COVID-19 resources, the National Fall Safety Stand-Down, and more

Coronavirus Response

• Temporary enforcement guidance for respirator fit-testing in healthcare.
• A new website offers the latest U.S. Department of Labor resources.
• Workplace safety guidance.
• OSHA Alert lists steps to prevent worker exposure (available in English and Spanish).

Advisory Committee

Member nominations for the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health must be submitted by April 27.

Fall Prevention

The National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls will conduct an April 16 webinar on fall prevention practices.

Expanding Safety and Health

A free webinar on April 1 will focus on leading indicators from a general community and public health perspective.

Reducing Amputation Hazards

OSHA extended the National Emphasis Program on Amputations in Manufacturing Industries to protect workers from serious injuries.

Whistleblower Protection

A public meeting on May 13 will solicit comments on the whistleblower protection laws enforced by OSHA. The public will also be able to participate in the meeting by telephone.

Injury/Illness Posting

Reminder: Employers must post their Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses (Form 300A) through April 30.

Safe + Sound Week

Join thousands of businesses August 10-16 that will be recognizing the importance of workplace safety and health programs during Safe + Sound Week.

Small Business Reduces Injuries

A paper company reduced workplace injuries and improved efficiency after working with OSHA's On-Site Consultation Program.

Alliances Promote Workplace Safety

• Sealant Waterproofing and Restoration Institute
• Louisiana Associated General Contractors
• Damage Prevention Council of Texas

Exit and Storage Violations

Dollar Tree Stores Inc. faces $523,745 in penalties for exposing workers to blocked emergency exits, unstable stacks of merchandise, and other hazards.

Multiple Violations

A charcoal manufacturer faces penalties of $339,702 for exposing workers at two facilities to multiple safety and health hazards.

Grain Handling Violations

A commodities company was issued $228,592 in penalties after a worker was fatally engulfed by grain.

Fall Protection Violations

Two companies face combined penalties of $244,777 after a worker's fatal fall at a residential construction site.

Read about more OSHA enforcement cases.

Mental Health Resources

A billboard in Georgia offered suicide prevention and opioid use resources for construction workers.

Social Media

Follow @OSHA_DOL on Twitter. For more safety and health resources and information, visit the U.S. Department of Labor's social media accounts:

• Facebook
• LinkedIn
• Instagram

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