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Situational awareness is an on-the-job safety skill that is critical for hazard identification, effective decision making, and accident prevention.

It’s important that workers and managers recognize the signs of complacency before they become dangerous missteps during the workday.

When it’s hot outside it’s important that everyone take measures to stay cool, remain hydrated, keep informed, and take care of those that need extra help.

The dangers of combustible dust, how and why primary and secondary explosions occur, and general control measures facilities can implement or improve.

Workers must be trained in ladder safety and must follow safe ladder use guidelines every time they use a portable ladder on the job.

The OSHA Strategic Partnership Program (OSPP) provides opportunities for OSHA to partner with employers, workers, associations, and organizations.

Mobile scaffolds can be a safer choice on the job because they allow workers to maintain their balance and work easily from the platform.

Building Safety Month aims to raise awareness about the importance of building codes that ensure safety in the spaces where we live, work, and learn.

OSHA's Whistleblower Protection Program enforces federal laws that protect employees from retaliation after reporting workplace health and safety concerns.