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Workplace safety topics and tips
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Servicios en español | Oregon OSHA proporciona recursos de seguridad, tanto en Inglés y Español, incluyendo entrenamientos cortos, formularios imprimibles, y enlaces útiles.
Wildfire smoke and your health (Oregon Health Authority) [PDF]
This handout includes strategies for limiting exposure to wildfire smoke along with several frequently asked questions on the topic.
Opioid deaths in construction: Hazard alert and toolbox talk (Center for Construction Research and Training)
Overdose deaths are on the rise, and the construction industry has been hit particularly hard. These resources raise awareness and offer tools to combat the crisis.
ACTION form [PDF]
A step-by-step approach to accident analysis.
Effective hazard recognition and control [PDF]
This comprehensive guide is designed to help employers conduct workplace inspections, identify hazards, and improve safety.
Slips, trips, and falls booklet [PDF]
How to identify and correct workplace hazards, with case studies, Q&A, and assessment checklist.
Work safely with Silica (CPWR)
A one-stop source of information on how to prevent a Silica hazard and protect workers.
3 is key: Safe entry & and exit
This short video includes best practices for safely entering and exiting large vehicles. (1:22)
Supporting materials:
3 is key handout (Spanish) [PDF]
3 is key poster (Spanish) [PDF]
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Time for a Safety Break pop quiz
5 quick questions to test your workplace safety savvy -
Distracted driving: What not to do behind the wheel. (It’s not just texting.)
This Distracted Driving Awareness month, SAIF encourages you to take note of all the things that take your attention off the road. -
The simple safety step everyone should know
During Ladder Safety Month, learn the “belt buckle rule” and other tips for preventing painful falls. -
A year’s worth of health and safety ideas
Making resolutions is easy. Keeping them is hard. Our new videos, posters, and other tools can help you turn promises into healthy practices. -
Pedestrian deaths are on the rise. Here’s one reason why.
Whether you’re on foot or behind the wheel, cell phones pose a dangerous distraction. Learn the rules of the road for safe walking. -
4 simple steps that could save your life in an emergency evacuation
In the event of a wildfire, earthquake, tsunami, or other disaster, you may have only minutes to evacuate from work or home. Here are four things you can do right now to be better prepared. -
Crave-worthy wellness posters: Collect all six
Finally! A cure for boring bulletin boards and breakrooms -
Three things every teen should know before starting a summer job
Limited experience and lack of training put young workers at higher risk for being hurt on the job. These simple tips can help keep them safe. -
Take the worry out of workplace training
Our new SAIF Learning Center offers free on-demand trainings customized for your business needs, including automatic tracking and records management. Sign up today. -
Work safe. Be well. Better manage workers’ comp.
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Kitchen safety showdown
In SAIF’s sizzling new video series, chefs compete to see who’s got the chops when it comes to avoiding common kitchen hazards, including cuts and burns, strains and falls, and chemicals and equipment. -
Colin Sick to save the day
Feeling ill? Follow the advice of our newest flu fighter and stay home to avoid infecting others.
For more, see the safety and health guide news archive
