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Online Exclusive: Sample guns-at-work policy
COCA Online Exclusive June 2013
The presence of guns increases the possibility of gun violence--so say studies that have examined gun ownership among homeowners, as well as studies examining the availability of guns in the workplace. . . . more »
Online exclusive: Checklist for dealing with workplace power interruptions
COCA Online Exclusive May 2013
Do you have a plan for when the power goes out unexpectedly? You should. . . . more »
Online exclusive: Does your fleet safety program cover the essentials?
April 2013
Transportation incidents have been the leading cause of work-related fatalities for many years. They're also a source of significant liability exposure, and even fender-benders (crashes involving only property damage, with no injuries) can be costly. . . . more »
Online Exclusive: Forklift training checklist
COCA Online Exclusive March 2013
General Industry Safety Order 3668 lists requirements for powered industrial truck operator training, including extensive training requirements. If your facility is inspected, the Cal/OSHA inspector will expect you to provide training records and certifications for each forklift operator in your facility. . . . more »
Online Exclusive: Checklist for Cal/OSHA inspection preparation
COCA Online Exclusive February 2013
Cal/OSHA inspectors follow a procedure when inspecting a worksite. It doesn't vary all that much, but many employers are still caught off guard, unaware of what to expect and what they will be asked (and legally required) to provide. This checklist will help you prepare for the day that Cal/OSHA comes knocking. . . . more »
Online Exclusive: Sample policy for seasonal and communicable diseases
COCA Online Exclusive January 2012
Each year in the United States, as many as one in five people fall victim to seasonal influenza. Twenty million will suffer some form of gastroenteritis (stomach illness).And more than a billion cases of "the common cold" strike each year--that's more than two colds apiece. Peak season for all of these illnesses typically hits in January and February. . . . more »
Online Exclusive: Sample PPE Use Policy
COCA Online Exclusive December 2012
You can't always protect employees from a hazardous exposure by using engineering controls (like machine guards) or administrative controls (like scheduling). In these circumstances, personal protective equipment (PPE) becomes a key element of employee protection. But workers must know how to properly use and care for their PPE, or it will not protect them. . . . more »
Online exclusive: Tips for busting your employees' holiday stress
COCA Online Exclusive November 2012
Fill in the blank: "It's the most ____________ time of the year." Did you say "wonderful"? Or did you, like many workers during the holidays, answer "stressful"? . . . more »
Online exclusive: Checklist for cutting on-the-job cancer risk
COCA Online Exclusive October 2012
Do your workers worry about cancer? They can reduce their risk with this checklist addressing two common causes of cancer. . . . more »
Online exclusive: Audit planning checklist
COCA Online Exclusive September 2012
The idea of some audits, like one by the IRS, might make your blood run cold. But when it comes to safety and health, an audit is a proactive tool that tells you if your program is achieving the desired results. . . . more »
Online Exclusive: Put a stop to repeat injuries with this injury-prevention checklist
COCA Online Exclusive August 2012
Breaking the chain of repeat accidents should be a priority in every workplace. Any accident can cause injuries, affect production and morale, damage equipment and structures, and create fear and stress among employees--and repeat accidents multiply the damage. . . . more »
Online Exclusive: Safety Communications Checklist
COCA Online Exclusive July 2012
If health and safety are truly a top priority in your company, you need to communicate that commitment--throughout the ranks and every day. Many opportunities are available for doing so, and many ways. Our checklist will give you some ideas for effectively spreading the safety message to everyone in your organization. . . . more »
Online Exclusive: Sample Policy for Employee Participation in Incident Investigations
COCA Online Exclusive June 2012
The U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB)--which investigates the root causes of catastrophic chemical incidents--recently released a new policy on employee participation in those investigations. Like many employers, the CSB already included employees in its incident investigations; the new policy is intended to assure uniformity and increase employee participation. . . . more »
Online Exclusive: Sample Voluntary Respirator Use Policy
COCA Online Exclusive May 2012
In many workplaces, hazards from air contaminants are not generally present at levels that require respiratory protection, so respirators are not part of the personal protective equipment regularly used. . . . more »
Online Exclusive: Guide for Choosing the Right Chemical Protective Glove
COCA Online Exclusive April 2012
You probably already know that you need to protect the hands of workers who are exposed to hazardous chemicals. But whether you're worried about irritating skin rashes or acute poisoning, it's important to realize that not all chemical protective gloves protect workers against contact with all chemicals. . . . more »
Online Exclusive: Checklist for Cutting the Risk of Amputations in Your Workplace
COCA Online Exclusive March 2012
A Port of Oakland worker loses both legs after she is run over by a container lift; a worker clearing brush alongside Route 76 in Bonsall loses his arm when a loose cable whips past him. Although most amputations are related to medical conditions like diabetes, 25 percent are caused by traumatic incidents like these that can occur on the job. . . . more »
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