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It's Annual Fire Prevention Week


Annual Fire Prevention Week commemorates the Great Chicago Fire by promoting working smoke alarms and fire readiness. Workplaces conduct hazard reviews and employee training to prevent injuries during October 6-12 observance.

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Fire Safety
OSHA's Annual Safe and Sound Week

OSHA's Annual Safe and Sound Week


OSHA’s annual Safe + Sound Week in August invites organizations to highlight safety programs and use new Job Hazard Analysis resources. Employers join leadership, participation, and hazard-finding challenges to spot risks early, engage workers, and improve their bottom line through prevention.

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Example of Heat Awareness poster: Three workers standing together with sun beaming down and a water cooler nearby

National Photo Contest to Raise Heat Danger Awareness


OSHA is encouraging organizations and individuals to showcase how they protect workers from heat hazards. This article explains who can participate, what types of images to submit, and how visual examples of heat safety can help reduce heat-related illness and injuries.

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Heat Stress
Help Prevent Falls In Construction

Help Prevent Falls In Construction


Falls remain the leading cause of fatalities in construction, yet they are preventable. This article explains how safety stand-downs, hazard awareness, and proper fall protection training help employers and workers reduce risks and strengthen jobsite safety.

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Fall Protection
road construction workers in heavily traffic area

Working to Make Work Zones Safer for Everyone


Spring marks the start of construction season, making work zone safety a priority. This guide highlights awareness campaigns, training, and best practices for drivers, workers, and contractors to prevent accidents, reduce injuries, and foster a culture of caution and responsibility on the roads.

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Accident Prevention
One person on a ladder at home and another person on a ladder at work

Preventing Ladder Accidents and Injuries- March is National Ladder Safety...


Ladder-related injuries remain a leading cause of workplace falls. This article outlines national ladder safety awareness goals, OSHA’s Plan-Provide-Train approach, and practical steps employers and workers can take to inspect, set up, and use ladders safely.

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Ladder Safety