Misson Statement
The mission of OSHA is to assure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance.
OSHA 10
OSHA 10-hour training teaches basic safety and health information to entry-level workers in construction and general industry. It is part of the OSHA Outreach Training Program, which explains serious workplace hazards, workers' rights, employer responsibilities and how to file an OSHA complaint.
Walking Working Surfaces
In OSHA 10,Waling Woring Surfaces is an important topic to cover. They talk about safe surfaces to walk on along with proper walkway cleaning.
Some Hazards may include:
- Wet Floors
- Boxes/Packages
- People/Crowds
- And more
Avoiding Electroction Hazards
In OSHA 10,Avoiding Electrocution Hazards is also and importnt topic to cover.
Some ways to avoid electrical hazards include:
- Frequently inspect electrical systems to insure path to ground is continuous.
- Ensure workers understand to inspect electrical equipment prior to use.
- Ensure ground prongs are not removed from tools or extension cords.
- And More
Hazard Communication
The Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) requires all employers to provide information and training to their employees about the hazardous chemicals to which they may be exposed at the time of their initial assignment and whenever a new hazard is introduced into their work area.
5 Elements Of HCS Are:
- Chemical Inventory
- Written Program
- Labels
- Material Safety Data Sheets
- Training
Emergency Action Plan & Fire Protection
- Means of reporting fires and other emergencies
- Evacuation procedures and emergency escape route assignments
- Procedures to be followed by employees who remain to operate critical plant operations before they evacuate
- Procedures to account for all employees after an emergency evacuation has been completed
- Rescue and medical duties for those employees who are to perform them
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is worn to protect the body from workplace ilnesses and injuries from chemical spills, to electrical problems, mechanical malfunctions, etc.
Some examples of PPE are:
- Safety Glasses/Goggles
- Hard Hat
- Safety Shoes
- Gloves (related to type of work)
- Ear Plugs/Muffs
Materials Handling, Storage, Use, and Disposal
- Hand and forearm protection, such as gloves, for loads with sharp or rough edges.
- Metal, fiber, or plastic metatarsal guards to protect the instep area from impact or compression.
- Avoid overloading a lift truck because it impairs control and causes tipping over,
- Equip employees who work on stored grain in silos, hoppers, or tanks, with lifelines and safety belts
- Do not store pipes and bars in racks that face main aisles to avoid creating a hazard to passersby when removing supplies;
Machine Guarding
Machine guarding is put in place by OSHA to protect operators and employees from the dangerous parts of the machine.
Some hazards that may occur from ineffective machine guarding are:
- Amputations
- Crushed Fingers/Hands
- Burns
- Flying Spakrs
- Blindness
Industrial Hygiene
- Anticipate Hazards
- Recognize Hazards
- Evaluate Hazards
- Evaluate Results
- Control Hazards
Bloodborne Pathogens
OSHA has put the Bloodborne Pathogens standard into affect to provide safeguards to protect employees/workers from bllodborne pathogen health hazards.
Different ways you can prevent sharp/needlestick injuries include:
- Plan where to dispose of hazards
- Dispose of materials in the proper places
- Reporting all needlestick and sharps-related injuries
- Hazard container must me closeable
Ergonomics
Ergonomics are put in place by OSHA to protect worker/employees bodies while they work. This is also to prevent Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs).
Some risk factors of MSD are:
- Exerting too much force
- Performing tasks repetitively
- Being in the same position for a long time
- Cold tempatures
Safe Driving Practices
Safe Driving Practices are put in place to keep vehicle operaters safe.
Ways to be safe while driving:
- Avoid taking medicine that makes you drowsy
- Be well rested
- Be patient with other drivers
- Do not drive if you are under the influence
- Always wear a seatbelt
Preventing Workplace Violence
- Analyze your workplace
- Create a supportive environment
- Offer communication and empathy training
- Establish a clear workplace violence policy
- Commit to a non-violent workplace
Safety & Health Programs
- Alliance Program.
- OSHA Challenge.
- Safety & Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP)
- Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP)