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First Responder Providing First Aid
HazMat
When Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens is a Risk at Work

Any employee on clean-up duty or administering first aid has the opportunity to be exposed to bloodborne pathogens on the job. Understand the risks.

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Banner for National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-by Incidents
Awareness Campaigns
Every April: National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-by Incidents

How organizations can participate in the National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-by Incidents that is in coordination with Work Zone Awareness Week.

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A blue sign that says "Complacency" against a blue sky with clouds.
Conduct
Complacency at Work is Dangerous and Can Lead to Injuries

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

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Temporary Utility Work Ahead Sign for Work Zone
Work Zones
Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Sign Requirements

Signs used for temporary traffic control must follow strict requirements to ensure they are standardized, understandable, and recognizable to motorists.

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Work Zone Warning Sign That Says Workplace Hazard Reporting
Best Practices
Workplace Hazard Reporting is Necessary and Effective

Incident reporting is critical, and near-miss reporting is important, but hazard reporting is also necessary for the safety of your workforce.

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Close-up of Lock Used for Lockout/Tagout
Lockout Tagout
5 Reasons Why Lockout Tagout Training is Important

Lockout/Tagout training is necessary when working in industrial settings. Don't assume everyone understands the importance of lockout/tagout procedures!

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A worker wearing personal protective equipment that covers most of their body.
Personal Protection
Whole-Body Personal Protective Equipment Requirements

Employees should be trained to know when whole-body personal protective equipment is required to protect workers from on-the-job hazards.

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Worker standing on step stool fixing a door on a business.
Ladders
Step Stools Also Require Ladder Safety Precautions

With a fixed height up to 32 inches tall, step stools may seem safe but require many of the same safety precautions of full-size step ladders.

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A supervisor training a warehouse employee.
OSHA
Competent vs. Qualified: OSHA's Key Roles Explained

Learn how the terms for crucial workplace roles, like competent or qualified, impact an employee's role and responsibilities in the workplace.

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