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OSHA Roundup for Feb. 4, 2013

OSHA announces plans for a safety stand-down and how it will go about inspecting federal workplaces, plus more in this week’s OSHA Roundup.

#safetycrisis

When a crisis occurs these days, some people may first hear about it on Facebook or Twitter and use those sources to obtain additional news and views about the incident and response efforts. For employers, the rise of digital communication requires a change in how they communicate with the public, stakeholders and employees after a major incident.

David T. Seaton

It is an honor for the National Safety Council to announce the 2013 CEOs Who "Get It." This year's leaders represent national and multinational organizations ranging from fewer than 50 employees to more than 40,000, from a wide variety of industries and locations.

Lathe chuck shields

These heavy-duty steel lathe chuck shields are designed for lathes or similar machines.
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Consequences of failing to act

Depending on the size of your organization, an entire team devoted to crisis communication may not be feasible. Pamela Walaski, president of Pittsburgh-based consulting firm JC Safety & Environmental Inc., said one solution is to make crisis communication part of the emergency response plan.

Anthony J. Orlando

It is an honor for the National Safety Council to announce the 2013 CEOs Who "Get It." This year's leaders represent national and multinational organizations ranging from fewer than 50 employees to more than 40,000, from a wide variety of industries and locations.

For the record

Keeping workers safe on the job cannot be accomplished solely through appropriate training and inspections – accurate recordkeeping also plays a role. Knowing how many, where and what type of injuries have occurred can help employers create a safer work environment.

Richard D. Fox

It is an honor for the National Safety Council to announce the 2013 CEOs Who "Get It." This year's leaders represent national and multinational organizations ranging from fewer than 50 employees to more than 40,000, from a wide variety of industries and locations.
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Safety knife

The K420-2SG Flash Box Opener is the tool of choice for high-volume receiving departments. Pushing the opener along a carton’s four edges cuts off the top safely and easily.

Teri L. Bristol

It is an honor for the National Safety Council to announce the 2013 CEOs Who "Get It." This year's leaders represent national and multinational organizations ranging from fewer than 50 employees to more than 40,000, from a wide variety of industries and locations.

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