BWC News & Notes

BWC’s School Safety and Security Grant Program

The BWC recently launched the School Safety and Security Grant (SSSG) Program to help Ohio employers ensure the safety of their staff when carrying out the instructional services they provide to children. The program is for eligible Ohio employers who wish to purchase equipment to substantially improve the safety and security of facilities and to reduce or eliminate injuries or illnesses associated with providing educational services to children.

The SSSG Program is available only to Ohio employers that operate licensed preschool through 12th grade educational facilities. Employers may receive up to $40,000 for the duration of the SSSG Program. This is a 3-to-1 matching grant, which means employers receive $3 for every $1 they contribute. You can review eligibility criteria and apply on our SSSG Program webpage.

NIOSH/CDC News

Long-Haul Trucker Injuries

The journal Workplace Health and Safety published a paper that uses injury data from a 2010 survey of longhaul

truck drivers. The survey looked at musculoskeletal injuries reported by those surveyed. It found that falls

and contact with an object or equipment were the most common injury cause, and the arm and back were the

most injured body parts. Long-haul drivers are almost four times more likely to have these kinds of injuries.

Patrol Officer Toolkit

The Officer Road Code Toolkit promotes safe driving practices within an agency so that patrol officers operate

by a unified code behind the wheel. The theme of the materials is Drive to Arrive Alive. Learn how to use and

customize these free materials, which include a manager sheet, 40 safety messages and a decal.

OSHA News

Crane Operator Certification Announced

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a final rule clarifying certification for crane operators in the Federal Register on Nov. 9, 2018. Most of the rule goes into effect on Dec. 10, 2018. Evaluation and documentation requirements become effective on Feb. 7, 2019. OSHA posted a Frequently Asked Questions document on its website with a table comparing the proposed and final rules.

Winter Weather Hazards

The OSHA website for winter weather lists 10 hazards that workers face when it gets cold and snowy. OSHA describes each hazard along with suggestions on reducing the risks. Lockout/Tagout Bulletin OSHA published a new bulletin on lockout/tagout for temporary workers. The bulletin outlines general responsibilities, including host and staffing agency responsibilities.

Soil Classification Video

OSHA has an 11-minute video that presents an overview of soil classification for excavations. Get the basics of how to protect your employees while working in trenches. The video is available in English and Spanish.

Attendance - 11/16/18-PPE/Footwear