MSU Occ & Env Med

MSU uses data sources such as reports from hospitals & labs to track when, where & why workplace injuries & illnesses occur so as to make workplaces safer.

[CPWR @CPWR]

Look out for your co-workers—if you see the warning signs take action and call 911! Heat strokes are a medical emergency and can be fatal. https://t.co/8UhQCEKWaK #WaterRestShade

[Occupational Health & Safety @OccHealthSafety]

Is your campus prepared for the next emergency before it happens? Join OH&S for a discussion on building continuous readiness through planning, training, and coordinated response strategies.

Registration: https://t.co/SOaTv3LTAc

#EmergencyPreparedness #CampusSafety #OHS

[OSHA_DOL @OSHA_DOL]

Learn how OSHA continues to build on a legacy of worker safety by helping businesses and employers prevent workplace incidents before they happen. https://t.co/RGhZjNAgyX #Freedom250

[CPWR @CPWR]

TRUE or FALSE? - Experienced workers don’t fall. Find the facts here: https://t.co/2S5J4HMo6J #roofersafety365

[AIHA @AIHA]

Join AIHA University on Wednesday, June 24, for a webinar featuring recent NIOSH research on assessing silica exposure and implementing effective controls.

Learn more: https://t.co/t2gvcblAN8

#OEHS #AIHAUniversity #Silicosis

[WorkSafeBC @WorkSafeBC]

Now’s the time to plan for hot working conditions and how to protect your workers from heat stress.

Use our interactive heat stress screening tool to help you evaluate when your workers may be at risk for heat stress and what controls you should put in place: https://t.co/Z0IvGGMXoD

[MSU @michiganstateu]

One third of Americans have allergies, from seasonal discomfort caused by pollen to year-round reactions to pets or certain foods.

@MSUNatSci researchers are studying the molecular structures of specific allergens to develop new treatments and better diagnoses. https://t.co/5KkGJzDgUT

[CPWR @CPWR]

Heat raises the risk of traumatic injuries like falls. Stay hydrated, use the buddy system to watch out for each other, and use a heat safety plan for the work site. Learn more at https://t.co/nDMCjf6jFL

#NABTUKeepsCool

[CPWR @CPWR]

From 2011-2012 to 2023-2024, the rate of nonfatal injuries decreased over 30% for each major subsector, including a 47% decrease in Heavy and Civil Engineering. For more information, check out CPWR’s Injuries by Major Subsector Data Bulletin: https://t.co/qRNa14ZkOZ

[CPWR @CPWR]

Acclimatization is crucial when working in hot settings. Failure to acclimatize workers is the number one factor associated with heat-related deaths. Learn more: https://t.co/r6aknS2CLO

[CPWR @CPWR]

Vibrations from power tools can affect the blood supply to the fingers and toes. Wear gloves, take regular breaks, or use dampening tools if you are using vibrating tools at work. More here: https://t.co/cWxEYkJbVi

[OSHA_DOL @OSHA_DOL]

Find resources and sign up to participate in the Trench Safety Stand Down, coming up June 15-19: https://t.co/6t1EHC5L6I

[NIOSH @NIOSH]

Before summer officially begins, plan ahead for work-related heat exposure and the potential for heat-related illness among your workers. Learn more: https://t.co/pNklYihaDL

[MIOSHA @MI_OSHA]

In case you missed it, the June edition of MIOSHA eNews is here!

🔨 Construction Safety Week
☀️ Heat illness prevention
👀 New SAFE resources at https://t.co/8IkzPiXhhD
🎓 MTI Boot Camp highlights

Read more: https://t.co/GpThCc6jUl

#MIOSHA #WorkSafeMI

[MSU Occ & Env Med @MSUOEM]

OEM has posted our annual work-related amputations report for 2021-2022 on our website! Check it out at the link and let us know what you think: https://t.co/4BSXpoRyTO

#oneteamonehealth

@chaz_hong @MSU_Medicine @MSUMD @michiganstateu

[WorkSafeBC @WorkSafeBC]

Now’s the time to plan for hot working conditions to protect your workers from heat stress.
⛱ Plan on implementing controls such as shade structures or cool-down areas where appropriate.
🕐 Schedule the most difficult/physical tasks outside of peak sun exposure hours.
💧 Provide water at all times to keep workers cool and hydrated.
Learn more here: https://t.co/AMtC2RDc6X

[Occupational Health & Safety @OccHealthSafety]

PPE innovation is evolving fast to meet today’s workforce needs. Don’t miss this look at how safety solutions are being designed for real-world work conditions:

Register now: https://t.co/QaZi6KYzdB

#PPE #WorkplaceSafety #EHS

[CPWR @CPWR]

Choose the right anchorage for your personal fall arrest system – engineered anchor point systems typically exceed regulations and are the safest option. Learn more: https://t.co/2eQ2Dqp2j1 #roofersafety365

[CPWR @CPWR]

Construction workers accounted for over a quarter (27%; n = 23) of all at‑work deaths involving a forklift, order picker, platform truck‑powered vehicle. For more information on forklift safety check out: https://t.co/6aKcTUiKdp

#ForkliftSafetyDay

[Occupational Health & Safety @OccHealthSafety]

Repeated #SafetyViolations are often a symptom of poor organizational systems, not individual shortcuts.

Shawn M. Galloway of @ProActSafety explains why the cultivation of #WorkplaceSafety culture can fix recurring risks.

Full story 🔽
https://t.co/pE3M86frNf