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  1. QuickTakes
  2. May 08, 2020

May 8, 2020 • Volume 19, Issue 8 • A twice-monthly newsletter with information about workplace safety and health.

OSHA QuickTakes - OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Coronavirus Response
  • The latest OSHA Alert provides recommended practices for food service businesses.
  • Three newly released Quick Tips videos focus on delivery workers, drive-thru and curbside pickup, and not sharing tools and equipment.
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COVID-19: Respirator Use

OSHA released a new video and poster (available in English and Spanish) with step-by-step instructions on how to properly wear and remove a respirator.

Meatpacking and Processing Safety During the Pandemic

OSHA Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Loren Sweatt outlined eight ways to protect meat processing workers from COVID-19. Guidance is now available in English and Spanish.

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Workers' Memorial Day

The U.S. Department of Labor commemorated workers who lost their lives while on the job.

Heat Illness Prevention

A new video on heat hazard recognition and prevention will be available beginning May 19. Registration is free.

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National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-by Incidents
Construction Safety

A virtual stand-down to prevent struck-by incidents in construction is now available to view.

Alliances Promote Workplace Safety
  • National Grain and Feed Association, Grain Elevator and Processing Society, and Grain Handling Safety Council
  • International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local #111
OSHA Alliance - An OSHA Cooperative Program
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Trenching Violations

A construction contractor faces $303,611 in penalties for exposing workers to cave-in and other hazards.

Chemical Violations

A contractor was fined $183,127 following a worker fatality due to chemical inhalation.

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Fall Protection Violations

A tank company was issued $415,204 in fines after a worker’s fatal fall.

Read about more OSHA enforcement cases.
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