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  1. QuickTakes
  2. March 16, 2021

QuickTakes Newsletter

Mar. 16, 2021 • Volume 20, Issue 7 • A twice-monthly newsletter with information about workplace safety and health.

OSHA QuickTakes - OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Injury Reporting

  • Employers may still submit the required 2020 injury and illness data beyond the March 2 deadline.
  • Employers must post their Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses (Form 300A) from February 1 through April 30.
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Pacific Coast Safety Fest

Online Safety Conference

The annual Pacific Coast Safety Fest will be held as a virtual event March 22-25.

Ladder Safety

March is National Ladder Safety Month. OSHA has resources to keep you safe.

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Lockout/Tagout Violations

A food processing facility was cited after a worker’s arm was caught in an auger.

Trenching Violations

A construction contractor was fined for exposing workers to trenching hazards.

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Read about more OSHA enforcement cases.

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Whistleblower Protection

OSHA ordered a roofing and building products company to reinstate and pay damages to two workers who were fired after refusing to drive a company truck with unsafe tires.

Small Business Recognized for Safety

A shipbuilding and repair facility in Pennsylvania reduced injury rates and costs after working with OSHA’s On-Site Consultation Program.

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Partnership - An OSHA Cooperative Program

OSHA Safety Partnerships

  • Alberici Healthcare LLC
  • Brasfield & Gorrie (Alabama, Florida)

Alliances Promote Safety

  • Buckeye STEPS
  • Consulate of Ecuador in Chicago
  • South Dakota One-Call Notification Board                                                          
Alliance - An OSHA Cooperative Program
Wearing a mask at work can protect: you, your coworkers, your customers. Learn more about how masks can help protect everyone at osha.gov/coronavirus

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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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SAFETY Q&A

Question

What should I do before using a ladder?

Answer

After choosing the right ladder for the job, always inspect the ladder before using it. Check the ladder carefully to ensure there are no visible defects and that it is in good working condition. Also, inspect the ladder according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If the ladder is damaged, it must be removed from service and tagged until repaired or discarded.

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