OSHA Quick Start Safety Guide

It is a tired cliche or old joke - "they are from the government, they are here to help us." In this case, it may be true. OSHA has created a workplace safety website at . You can learn tips for preventing costly workplace injuries and illnesses by walking step-by-step through the online Compliance Assistance Quick Start.

Companies with a Spanish-speaking workforce may find the Hispanic outreach guide helpful. Information on Spanish safety training videos and safety materials are included.

The Quick Start is not a comprehensive guide and, state regulations and industry specific regulations may be more strict, but it is a good general guide. For specific safety suggestions, talk to your workers compensation carrier.

You can find links to the Quick Start at the general OSHA web page listed above or by visiting:

osha.gov/dcsp/compliance_assistance/quickstarts/index.html

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