October 4, 2019 • Volume 18, Issue 18 • A twice-monthly newsletter with information about workplace safety and health.
Welcome Secretary Scalia
Eugene Scalia was confirmed as Secretary of Labor.
Training Grants Awarded
OSHA awarded $10.5 million to create and improve workplace health and safety education and training programs.
Safety Advisors Selected
The National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health appointed twelve members.
Leading Indicators Discussion
A public meeting on November 7 in Washington, D.C., will focus on leading indicators related to safety and health programs.
Respiratory Protection Standard
OSHA approved new respirator fit testing protocols to protect workers from airborne contaminants.
A Long-Standing Commitment to Worker Safety
Sixteen VPP participants are celebrating 30 years in the program, and five are celebrating 35 years.
Protecting Waste and Recycling Workers
An Alliance with the waste management and recycling industries focuses on preventing transportation and other industry hazards.
Beryllium Final Rule
OSHA issued a final rule revising the beryllium standards for construction and shipyards.
Inspection Guidelines
OSHA's revised inspection weighting system supports the agency's balanced approach to promoting safe and healthful workplaces.
Texas Small Business Improves Safety
An electronics manufacturer worked with OSHA's On-Site Consultation Program to reduce injuries.
Partnerships Focus on Construction Safety
OSHA is partnering with construction companies to prevent injuries during construction projects in Texas.
Alliances Promote Worker Safety
Sentence in Fall Fatality
A roofing contractor was sentenced to three years in prison for ignoring safety hazards that led to a worker's fatal fall.
Lockout/Tagout Violations
Read about more OSHA enforcement cases.
Trenching and Excavation Webinar
OSHA's free training video on protecting workers from trenching and excavation hazards will be available in Spanish on October 15.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
200 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20210
www.osha.gov | 202-693-1999
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