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  1. QuickTakes
  2. March 01, 2021

QuickTakes Newsletter

Mar. 1, 2021 • Volume 20, Issue 5 • A twice-monthly newsletter with information about workplace safety and health.

OSHA QuickTakes - OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health Administration

COVID Enforcement

An auto parts manufacturer was cited for failing to enforce workplace coronavirus protections following the death of a worker who contracted COVID-19.

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COVID Outreach

  • An OSHA On-Site Consultation Program held online seminars on workplace issues related to the coronavirus pandemic.

Pandemic Resources

The Job Accommodation Network provides free, expert, and confidential guidance for those returning to work following an injury or illness, including COVID-19.

Job Accomodation Network
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Health and Safety Violations

A plumbing contractor was cited after exposing a worker to a possible trench collapse despite an agreement to implement a trench safety program.

Machine Guarding Violations

A manufacturer and a staffing agency were cited for serious, willful violations after a worker suffered a partial finger amputation.

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Read about more OSHA enforcement cases.

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Winter Weather

OSHA resources can help keep workers safe from winter weather hazards.

Injury Reporting

  • Employers must post their Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses (Form 300A) from February 1 through April 30.
  • Specific employers must submit the required 2020 injury and illness data by March 2.
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Grain Safety

Stand Up 4 Grain Safety Week, March 29-April 2, will bring workers and employers together to discuss hazards in the grain handling industry.

Safe + Sound Week

Safe + Sound Week will be held August 9-15 to recognize the successes of workplace safety and health programs.

Save the Date - Safe + Sound Week - August 9-15, 2021
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Whistleblower Protection

OSHA will now handle worker retaliation complaints filed under the Criminal Antitrust Anti-Retaliation Act and the Anti-Money Laundering Act.

Health Care Enrollment

A Special Enrollment Period for the Health Insurance Marketplace will run through Saturday, May 15. Explore options and sign up at HealthCare.gov.

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Workplace Safety Reminder - Portable Generators

Workplace Safety Reminder

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

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The winter weather page on @OSHA_DOL's website has information on how to #KeepWorkersSafe from cold stress and related hazards.
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