Items Tagged with 'Training'

Washington – The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is proposing required training standards for entry-level drivers seeking a commercial driver’s license to operate large trucks and buses.

Olympia, WA – Proposed legislation in Washington is aimed at reducing deaths and injury rates in the dairy industry.

Washington – In response to concerns about fraud, OSHA has announced it is introducing more durable and secure completion cards for trainers and students of its Outreach Training Program classes.

The potential for workplace violence exists across organizations of all sizes, in all industries and in all geographic locations. What do safety professionals need to know? How can they increase awareness and preparedness without fostering anxiety?

Toronto – Workplace training programs that emphasize stretching and resistance can help prevent and manage upper-extremity musculoskeletal disorders, according to a recent report.

Greenbelt, MD – For a limited time, the National Volunteer Fire Council is offering 16 health and safety classes at no cost.

New York – The New York Committee for Occupational Safety & Health is upset about the recent arrests of New York City construction workers who allegedly possessed fake OSHA cards.

Simple and straightforward, the “The Control of Hazardous Energy” lockout/tagout program consists of a 14-minute video demonstrating the major steps required for an effective LOTO program, along with important support materials such as a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, leader’s guide, attendance log and certificates, employee quiz, and a copy of OSHA lockout/tagout regulation 1910.147.

Atlanta – Video games and the idea of embracing failure are some of the innovations that can help lead to safer workplaces, speakers said today during the executive forum at the NSC Congress & Expo.