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Mass Care Shelter Occupational Hazards

Safety and Health Resources

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

OSHA has issued regulations applicable to mass care shelters. These regulations are found in OSHA's Standards for General Industry, 29 CFR 1910, especially in subparts D, E, G, I, J, L, and N.
Small Business Safety and Health Handbook. OSHA Publication 2209, (2024) [Español OSHA Publication 4261, (2024)]. Summarizes the benefits of an effective safety and health program, provides self-inspection checklists for employers to identify workplace hazards, and reviews key workplace safety and health resources for small businesses.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

CDC's website contains information intended to increase the nation's ability to prepare for and respond to public health emergencies.
CDC Injury and Illness Surveillance in Hospitals and Acute-Care Facilities After Hurricanes Katrina and Rita ---New Orleans Area, Louisiana, September 25-October 15, 2005. MMWR: 55(02); 35-38.
CDC, 2005. Interim Occupational Health and Safety Survey Tool

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)

NIOSH provides information on workplace preparation and response to several types of emergencies.

American Red Cross

The American Red Cross has web resources on disaster preparedness and response.
- Plan & Prepare - American Red Cross Preparedness Information
- Disaster Relief