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OSHA in the New Year

What Will Remain The Same With the uncertainty of the pandemic and the ever changing status of the country, one aspect will remain constant the Occupational Safety & Health Administration’s (OSHA) mission remains “to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance.” Additionally, Lancaster Safety Consulting (LSCI) remains a resource for you to take safety beyond the standard as we help our clients achieve a safe workplace. We will be there with you every step of the way for any additional changes as the Biden Administration transitions into office. OSHA's

2021-01-15T14:14:11-05:00

Beat the Heat – Safety Cheat Sheet

Keeping You and Your Crew Safe As the summer months get into full swing, heat stress and other heat-related illness become a concern for workers across the country. Heat stress can lead to heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, or heat rashes. Heat can even increase the risk of injuries in workers since it can lead to sweaty palms, fogged-up safety glasses, or dizziness. Workers at risk of heat stress may include: Outdoor Workers Workers in hot environments Firefighters Bakery workers Farmers Construction workers Miners Boiler room workers Workers at an increased risk of heat stress also include those: Who are 65 years of age or older Are

2025-02-18T10:00:18-05:00
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