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Protect Yourself Pandemic Flu Respiratory Protection
"Although influenza viruses are thought to be transmitted primarily by droplets through the air and contact with contaminated surfaces, it is possible that transmission could also occur by small particulates. Because of this, during a pandemic use a NIOSH-certified respirator for work involving close contact with people who are or may be ill with the pandemic virus. N95 respirators provide the minimum level of protection needed. A surgical mask is not a respirator."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
2009-05
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2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)
From the Overview: "This webpage provides information for workers and employers about the evolving coronavirus outbreak first identified in Wuhan City, Hubei Province, China. The information includes links to interim guidance and other resources for preventing exposures to, and infections with, 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV). According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Chinese authorities identified the new coronavirus, which has resulted in confirmed human infections in China and exported cases outside of China, including in the United States, Thailand, Japan, and South Korea. China also has reported spread of the virus from infected patients to healthcare workers. There is no evidence of ongoing transmission of 2019-nCoV in the United States at this time. Without sustained human-to-human transmission, most American workers are not at significant risk of infection. However, workers involved in airline operations (including cabin crewmembers), healthcare (including clinical laboratory personnel), and border protection may have exposure to travelers infected with the virus in China or other affected areas. Business travelers from the United States who visit areas abroad where the virus is spreading may also be at some risk of exposure."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
2020?
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OSHA Fact Sheet: Protecting Workers During a Pandemic
"A pandemic is a global disease outbreak and can be caused by a variety of agents, including influenza and coronaviruses. During a pandemic, transmission can be anticipated in the workplace not only from patients to workers in healthcare settings, but also among co-workers and between members of the general public and workers in other types of workplaces. Workers who believe that their employer provides a safe and healthy workplace are more likely to report for work during a pandemic. Clear communication promotes confidence in the employer's ability to protect workers and reduces absenteeism."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
2014-08
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Pandemic Influenza Preparedness and Response Guidance for Healthcare Workers and Healthcare Employers [2007]
"The guidance document is organized into four major sections: Clinical background information on influenza; Infection control; Pandemic influenza preparedness; and OSHA standards of special importance. Given the technical nature and breadth of information available in the document, each section has been subdivided (see Table of Contents) in order to allow readers to quickly focus on areas of interest. The document also contains appendices which provide pandemic planners with samples of infection control plans, examples of practical pandemic planning tools and additional technical information. Topic areas include Internet resources, communication tools, sample infection control programs, selftriage and home care resources, diagnosis and treatment of staff during a pandemic, planning and supply checklists and risk communication. This educational material has been provided for informational purposes only and should be used in conjunction with the entire document in order to ensure that healthcare workers are adequately protected during a pandemic. OSHA does not recommend one option over the many effective alternatives that exist. OSHA has prepared additional, general information to assist workplaces in their preparation for an influenza pandemic entitled, Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for an Influenza Pandemic which is available at www.osha.gov."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
2007
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Worker Exposure Risk to COVID-19
From the Document: "Worker risk of occupational exposure to SARS-CoV-2, [severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2] the virus that causes COVID-19 [coronavirus disease], during an outbreak may depend in part on the industry type and need for contact within 6 feet of people known to have, or suspected of having, COVID-19. OSHA [U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration] has divided job tasks into four risk exposure levels, as shown below. Most American workers will likely fall in the lower exposure risk (caution) or medium exposure risk levels."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
2020-03
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Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS): An Overview of Worker Protection Issues
"SARS [Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome] is a severe viral illness that was first reported in Asia in February 2003. The illness is characterized by a variety of symptoms including fever, cough, shortness of breath. In a minority of patients (6-9%), SARS may even progress to death. SARS has been reported in North America among persons returning from travel to Asia, among health care workers, and among others in contact with individuals with SARS. Because new outbreaks may occur, workers should be aware of the recommended measures to prevent occupational SARS infection."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
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What Employers Can Do to Protect Workers from Pandemic Influenza
"During an influenza pandemic, transmission of the pandemic virus can be anticipated in the workplace, not only from patients to workers in healthcare settings, but also from customers and coworkers in general work settings. Employers can use a set of occupational safety and health controls referred to as the 'hierarchy of controls' to reduce exposures to pandemic influenza in their workplaces. The types of control measures, listed from most effective to least effective, that may be used to protect yourself, your workers and your customers are: 1. Engineering controls; 2. Administrative controls; 3. Work practices; and 4. Personal protective equipment (PPE)."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
2009-05
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Understanding Compliance with OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic
From the Document: "The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on the availability of respirators and fit-testing supplies. This document is intended to help employers understand and comply with OSHA's [Occupational Safety and Health Administration] temporary enforcement guidance for the Respiratory Protection standard (29 CFR § 1910.134)."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
2020?
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Inspection Procedures for the COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard
From the Purpose: "The purpose of this Direction is to provide guidelines and establish uniform inspection and enforcement procedures for the (COVID-19 [coronavirus disease 2019] emergency temporary standard, hereafter referred to as the ETS."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
2021-06-28
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Evacuation Plans and Procedures eTool [website]
From the Website: "This eTool* will help small, low-hazard service or retail businesses implement an emergency action plan, and comply with OSHA's [Occupational Safety and Health Administration's] emergency standards. [...] Businesses that deal with hazardous substances (such as Ethylene Oxide, Methylenedianiline, or Butadiene), or that are subject to the provisions of the Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals, Hazardous Waste Operations, or Grain Handling standards may also need to develop an emergency action plan in compliance with 29 CFR [Code of Federal Regulations] 1910.38(a). However, these businesses are beyond the scope of this eTool. [...] *eTools are stand-alone, interactive, highly illustrated web-based training tools on occupational safety and health topics. Some use expert system modules, which enable users to answer questions and receive reliable advice on how OSHA regulations apply to their work site. Some provide guidance information for developing a comprehensive safety and health program and include other recommended practices that often go beyond specific OSHA requirements. As indicated in the disclaimer, eTools do not create new OSHA requirements."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
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Recommendations for Workplace Violence Prevention Programs in Late-Night Retail Establishments
"Workplace violence, whether it is defined narrowly to include only violent criminal acts, or broadly to include verbal threats, has long affected retail workers. OSHA [U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration] developed these recommendations to help late-night retail employers design and implement prevention programs tailored to the workplace violence hazards in their businesses. Existing data, while limited, suggests that late-night retail establishments, such as convenience stores, liquor stores, and gasoline stations, experience relatively high homicide and assault rates. This booklet is meant to provide guidance to retail employers so they may avoid such incidents whenever possible. By recognizing the hazards that lead to violent incidents and implementing appropriate prevention and control measures, employers will improve the safety of their workers. OSHA encourages employers to establish violence prevention programs and to track their progress in reducing work-related assaults. Although not every incident can be prevented, the severity of injuries sustained by workers can be reduced. Adopting practical measures, such as those outlined in this publication, can significantly reduce this serious threat to worker safety"
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
2009
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Preventing Workplace Violence: A Road Map for Healthcare Facilities
From About This Road Map: "OSHA [Occupational Safety and Health Administration] has developed this resource to assist healthcare employers and employees interested in establishing a workplace violence prevention program or strengthening an existing program. This road map is related to another OSHA publication called 'Guidelines for Prevention of Violence in Healthcare' - available at www.osha.gov/SLTC/ workplaceviolence - which introduces the five building blocks and offers recommendations on developing effective policies and procedures. Like the guidelines, this road map describes the five core components of a workplace violence prevention program. In addition, this road map is intended to complement OSHA's guidelines by providing real-world examples of how healthcare facilities have put workplace violence policies and procedures into practice. Examples have been drawn from about a dozen healthcare organizations nationwide, representing a range of facility types, sizes, geographic settings, and approaches to addressing workplace violence. Facilities profiled here include several privately run acute care hospitals, private and state-run behavioral health facilities, and a group of nursing homes. These facilities have agreed to share their successful models, tools, and 'lessons learned' to help inform and inspire others. OSHA obtained some of the examples in this road map from published sources, but obtained most of the information from the facilities themselves through site visits, meetings, and interviews. OSHA appreciates the time and knowledge the facilities shared. In deciding what information to use, OSHA highlighted selected components of each facility's program. All facilities acknowledged that their violence prevention programs were 'in progress' and that 'continuous improvement' is an important goal."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration; United States. Department of Labor
2015-12
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Job Hazard Analysis
"This booklet is for employers, foremen, and supervisors, but we encourage employees to use the information as well to analyze their own jobs and recognize workplace hazards so they can report them to you. It explains what a job hazard analysis is and offers guidelines to help you conduct your own step-by-step analysis."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration; United States. Department of Labor
2002
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Preventing Violence Against Taxi and For-Hire Drivers
"Taxi drivers are over 20 times more likely to be murdered on the job than other workers. By recognizing the hazards that lead to violent incidents and using proven prevention and control measures, employers and drivers can create safer working conditions. The Bureau of Labor Statistics' (BLS) data indicates that annual homicide rates for taxi drivers (and chauffeurs) from1998 to 2007 ranged from 9 per 100,000 workers, to 19. During that period the rate for all workers was at or below 0.5 per 100,000 workers. In other words, taxi drivers' homicide rates were between 21 and 33 times higher than the national average for all workers. […] Reducing risks requires employers and/or taxi drivers to assess their potential hazards and consider physical and procedural methods for reducing them. Generally, physical or 'engineering' controls should be considered first since they create physical barriers between drivers and the hazards. Procedural methods require changes in behavior, such as not accepting cash, to reduce risks."
United States. Department of Labor; United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
2010-04
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Safety and Health Topics: Ebola [website]
This webpage focuses on the Safety and Health topic: Ebola virus (Ebola hemorrhagic fever (EHF) (sometimes called Ebola Virus Disease, or EVD). From the Introduction: "The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) categorizes Ebola virus as a Category A select agent. This group includes high-priority agents that pose a risk to national security because they can be easily disseminated or transmitted from person to person; result in high mortality rates and have the potential for major public health impact; might cause public panic and social disruption; and require special action for public health preparedness. Because symptoms of EHF may appear consistent with many other viral illnesses (e.g., influenza, malaria), diagnosis and treatment of EHF could be delayed during an outbreak. Employers of workers at risk for exposure to Ebola virus in their work environments should be familiar with methods for hazard recognition, control, and prevention. This web page provides information about Ebola viruses and EHF for workers and employers. The web page includes sections on: [1] Background, including the origins of Ebola virus and EHF; [2] Hazard recognition; [3] Medical information; [4] Standards for protecting workers from Ebola virus; [5] Control and prevention of EHF; and [6] Additional resources."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration; United States. Department of Labor
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EPA/OSHA Joint Chemical Accident Investigation Report, Shell Chemical Company, Deer Park, Texas
This report from the Environmental Protection Agency and Occupational Safety and Health Administration discusses the explosion and fire at the Shell Chemical Company Complex in Deer Park, Texas, that occurred on June 22, 1997, response to the accident, the investigation, analyses, and identifies the root causes and the contributing factors of the accident. "An explosion and fire took place at the Shell Chemical Company Complex in Deer Park, Texas, on June 22, 1997, resulting in injuries, public sheltering, closure of transportation routes, and property damage both on and off site. EPA and OSHA undertook an investigation of this accident because of its severity, its effects on workers and the public, the desire to identify those root causes and contributing factors of the event that may have broad applicability to industry, and the potential to develop recommendations and lessons learned to prevent future accidents of this type. This investigation was conducted in conjunction with an investigation by OSHA to determine if violations of occupational safety and health laws had occurred. […] The JCAIT developed recommendations addressing the root and contributing causes to prevent a recurrence or similar event at this and other facilities."
United States. Environmental Protection Agency; United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
1998-06
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EPA Chemical Accident Investigation Report, Powell Duffryn Terminals, Inc., Savannah, Georgia
This is a report from the Environmental Protection Agency on an investigation conducted by the EPA and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. "An explosion and fire took place at the Powell Duffryn Terminals, Inc., Savannah, Georgia, on April 10, 1995, resulting in extensive public evacuations and significant plant damage. The accident involved flammable and toxic substances. EPA and OSHA undertook investigations of this accident because of the serious consequences and the opportunity for lessons learned to prevent similar accidents from occurring. The EPA and OSHA coordinated their investigations and shared their findings." The report identified the root causes and contributing factors of the accident and provided recommendations to prevent future accidents.
United States. Environmental Protection Agency; United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
1998-05
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EPA/OSHA Joint Chemical Accident Investigation Report, BPS Inc., West Helena, Arkansas
This document is a report from the Environmental Protection Agency and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration on an investigation the two agencies performed on an explosion at the Bartlo Packaging Incorporated (BPS) facility located in West Helena, Arkansas. "EPA and the OSHA conducted a joint investigation of the incident. The Joint Chemical Accident Investigation Team (JCAIT) determined that the incident was most likely caused by the decomposition of a bulk sack containing the pesticide Azinphos methyl (AZM) 50W which had been placed against or close to a hot compressor discharge pipe. […]
The JCAIT identified the following root causes and contributing factors of the event." JCAIT also developed recommendations to address the causes of the explosion and to prevent similar incidences from occurring at other facilities.
"EPA and OSHA work together under conditions detailed in a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to investigate certain chemical accidents. The fundamental objective of the Joint EPA/OSHA chemical accident investigation program is to determine and report to the public the facts, conditions, circumstances, and causes or likely causes of any chemical accident that results in a fatality, serious injury, substantial property damage, or serious off-site impact, including a large scale evacuation of the general public. The ultimate goal of the accident investigation is to determine the root causes in order to reduce the likelihood of recurrence, minimize the consequences associated with accidental releases, and to make chemical production, processing, handling, and storage safer. This report is a result of a Joint EPA/OSHA investigation to describe the accident, determine root causes and contributing factors, and identify findings and recommendations."
United States. Environmental Protection Agency; United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
1999-04
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EPA/OSHA Joint Chemical Accident Investigation Report, Surpass Chemical Company Co. Inc. Albany, NY
This document is a report on the investigation by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Occupation Safety and Health Administration on "a 5,700-gallon hydrochloric acid (HCl) storage tank ruptured while being filled at the Surpass Chemical Co., Inc. The spill of HCl, a corrosive and toxic chemical, resulted in injuries to employees and members of the public, as well as public evacuations. EPA and OSHA considered the impacts of the tank failure with respect to the MOU criteria and the potential for lessons-learned and decided to initiate a joint investigation. The scope of the investigation was to determine the immediate and root causes of the tank failure and to make recommendations that could assist Surpass and others to prevent similar accidents from occurring in the future. […] Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), EPA and OSHA are working together to investigate certain chemical accidents. The fundamental objective of this joint effort is to determine and report to the public the facts, conditions, circumstances, and causes or probable causes of any chemical accident that results in a fatality, serious injury, substantial property damage, or serious off-site impact, including a large scale evacuation of the general public. The ultimate goal is to determine the root causes in order to reduce the likelihood of recurrence, minimize the consequences associated with accidental releases, and to make chemical production, processing, handling, and storage safer. Reports, such as this one, are issued by the agencies to describe the accident, discuss the root causes and contributing factors, and summarize the findings and recommendations."
United States. Environmental Protection Agency; United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
1998-09
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Expert Review of EPA/OSHA Joint Chemical Accident Investigation Report, Napp Technologies, Inc., Lodi, New Jersey
"This report contains the complete analyses of all five external expert reviewers of the joint EPA/OSHA [Environmental Protection Agency/Occupational Safety and Health Administration] investigative report of the Napp Technologies. Also included are EPA and OSHA's response to their major recommendations and comments. EPA and OSHA have determined that the comments of the reviewers did not change the determination of root causes and contributing factors (which were the focus of the investigation). Therefore, there is no need to materially change the Napp investigation report. However, the agencies will utilize the comments and recommendations in upcoming accident reports as well as in Alerts and other products that stem from this investigation. The following is a summary of the general comments and recommendations of the panel and a summary of EPA's and OSHA's responses to these comments." EPA and OSHA wrote a report on an investigation conducted on the accident as Napp Technologies, which this report is a review of. "On April 21, 1995, an explosion and fire took place at the Napp Technologies (Napp) facility in Lodi, New Jersey, resulting in deaths, injuries, public evacuations, and serious damage both on and off site." The original report is in the HSDL database collection.
United States. Environmental Protection Agency; United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
1999-03
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EPA/OSHA Joint Chemical Accident Investigation Report, Napp Technologies, Inc., Lodi, New Jersey
This document is a report from the Environmental Protection Agency and Occupational Safety and Health Administration on an investigation of an accident at the Napp Technologies facility at Lodi, New Jersey, on April 21, 1995. " The accident involved a commercial chemical mixture, a gold precipitating agent identified as ACR 9031 GPA, owned by Technic Inc. (Technic) of Cranston, Rhode Island and comprised of sodium hydrosulfite, aluminum powder, potassium carbonate and benzaldehyde (hereinafter "GPA"). EPA and OSHA undertook an investigation of this accident because of the serious consequences and the characteristics of the substances involved. This investigation was conducted in conjunction with OSHA' s enforcement investigation. […]The joint chemical accident investigation team (JCAIT) formed by OSHA and EPA determined that the most likely cause of the accident was the inadvertent introduction of water/heat into water-reactive materials (aluminum powder and sodium hydrosulfite) during the mixing operation." The report identified the causes and contributing factors of the accident and provided recommendations.
United States. Environmental Protection Agency; United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
1997-10
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Preventing Worker Fatigue Among Ebola Healthcare Workers and Responders
From the Introduction: "The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recognize that healthcare workers and responders involved with cases related to Ebola in the United States may be required to work longer or unusual shifts. This can involve extended shifts (more than 8 hours long), rotating or irregular shifts, or consecutive shifts resulting in more than the typical 40-hour work week. Long work hours may increase the risk of injuries and accidents and can contribute to poor health and worker fatigue. Additionally, the personal protective equipment (PPE) required for working with Ebola patients can increase workers' core body temperature, contributing significantly to fatigue. Although these guidelines are geared toward workers responding in the United States, the same concepts apply to those working in other countries."
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health; United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
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Seguridad y Concienciación de Salud para Trabajadores de Limpieza de Derrames de Petróleo
Note: the summary for this Spanish language document is from the English translation. "Oil spill cleanup workers can face potential hazards from oil byproducts, dispersants, detergents and degreasers. Drowning, heat illness and falls also pose hazards, as can encounters with insects, snakes and other wild species native to the impacted areas. In these situations, OSHA goals include ensuring that workers receive appropriate training and protective equipment. This training tool was developed by National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, as a health and safety resource for 'skilled support personnel' who will participate in an oil spill response and cleanup. This tool will help workers understand at an awareness level what an oil spill is, characteristics of an oil spill response, and how to identify and control hazards pertaining to the response and cleanup activities associated with an oil spill. Trainers may use this tool to aid in the development of an oil spill awareness level course or other awareness level materials (fact sheets, table-top activities, etc.)."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration; National Institutes of Health (U.S.)
2010-05
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Oil Spill Cleanup Initiative: Safety and Health Awareness for Oil Spill Cleanup Workers
"Oil spill cleanup workers can face potential hazards from oil byproducts, dispersants, detergents and degreasers. Drowning, heat illness and falls also pose hazards, as can encounters with insects, snakes and other wild species native to the impacted areas. In these situations, OSHA [Occupational Safety and Health Administration] goals include ensuring that workers receive appropriate training and protective equipment. This training tool was developed by National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, as a health and safety resource for those who will participate in an oil spill response and cleanup."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration; National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
2010-05
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Interim Guidance for Protecting Workers from Occupational Exposure to Zika Virus
"The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the National Institute
for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) are monitoring the Zika virus outbreak
spreading through Central and South America, Mexico, and parts of the Caribbean,
including U.S. territories. [...] This interim guidance provides employers and workers with information and
guidance on preventing occupational exposure to the Zika virus. The guidance may
be updated as additional information becomes available."
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.); United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
2016-04-10
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Oil Spill Cleanup Initiative: Safety and Health Awareness for Oil Spill Cleanup Workers, Volume 7
"Oil spill cleanup workers can face potential hazards from oil byproducts, dispersants, detergents and degreasers. Drowning, heat illness and falls also pose hazards, as can encounters with insects, snakes and other wild species native to the impacted areas. In these situations, OSHA goals include ensuring that workers receive appropriate training and protective equipment. This training tool was developed by National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, as a health and safety resource for those who will participate in an oil spill response and cleanup."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration; National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
2010-06
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Safety and Health Awareness for Oil Spill Cleanup Workers
"Oil spill cleanup workers can face potential hazards from oil byproducts, dispersants, detergents and degreasers. Drowning, heat illness and falls also pose hazards, as can encounters with insects, snakes and other wild species native to the impacted areas. In these situations, OSHA goals include ensuring that workers receive appropriate training and protective equipment. This training tool was developed by National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, as a health and safety resource for 'skilled support personnel' who will participate in an oil spill response and cleanup. This tool will help workers understand at an awareness level what an oil spill is, characteristics of an oil spill response, and how to identify and control hazards pertaining to the response and cleanup activities associated with an oil spill. Trainers may use this tool to aid in the development of an oil spill awareness level course or other awareness level materials (fact sheets, table-top activities, etc.)."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration; National Institutes of Health (U.S.)
2010-05
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Interim Guidance for Protecting Deepwater Horizon Response Workers and Volunteers
"The specific recommendations provided in this Interim Guidance focus on issues specific to the Deepwater Horizon Response and do not address issues common to all disaster response work activities. […]The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recognize that many important and well-considered efforts to protect the health and safety of Deepwater Horizon Response workers and volunteers are currently being implemented. To ensure a comprehensive approach to safety and health, NIOSH and OSHA recommend that: 1. Exposures to toxic chemical and physical agents, heat, fatigue and psychological stress should be reduced by using engineering and administrative controls (including work-rest cycles, distance, location and barrier protection) and, where necessary, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE); 2. Exposures to toxic chemical and physical agents should be comprehensively and routinely assessed during work activities under varying conditions. Validated methods for area and personal breathing zone sampling should follow an approved, standardized and comprehensive Deepwater Horizon Response air sampling plan coordinated among all relevant government agencies and non-governmental organizations (and their contractors) that are conducting sampling activities; 3. Dermal exposures to crude oil and toxic chemical agents should be minimized for response activities in which the chance for dermal exposure is high and appropriate PPE should be worn."
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health; United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
2010-06-25
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OSHA-NIOSH Hazard Alert: 1-Bromopropane
This Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) report discusses the dangers of 1-Bromopropane, a common solvent used in dry cleaning products, solvent sprays, and other products. "1-Bromopropane (1-BP) is a solvent that is used in degreasing, dry cleaning, spray adhesives, and aerosol solvents. Occupational exposure to 1-BP has been linked to neurological illnesses. Animal studies show that 1-BP may also cause cancer and reproductive disorders. Controls and personal protective equipment are available to protect workers from 1-BP exposure." OSHA recommends substituting the product or reducing exposure; use should be coupled with protective clothing, such as gloves and a respirator.
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration; National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
2013
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Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
From the Introduction: "The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) developed this COVID-19 planning guidance based on traditional infection prevention and industrial hygiene practices. It focuses on the need for employers to implement engineering, administrative, and work practice controls and personal protective equipment (PPE), as well as considerations for doing so. This guidance is intended for planning purposes. Employers and workers should use this planning guidance to help identify risk levels in workplace settings and to determine any appropriate control measures to implement. Additional guidance may be needed as COVID-19 outbreak conditions change, including as new information about the virus, its transmission, and impacts, becomes available."
United States. Occupational Safety and Health Administration; United States. Department of Labor; United States. Department of Health and Human Services
2020-03
