Key Points
Importance of Safety Training

• Regulatory Compliance: Meeting OSHA and other regulatory standards.
• Employee Safety: Reducing workplace injuries by ensuring employees understand safety protocols.

Training Evaluation and Content

• Continuous Evaluation: Conduct evaluations for each class to identify missing objectives and ensure content relevance.
• Defined Objectives: Each training session should have clear objectives and measurable outcomes.

Role of Effective Trainers

• Trainer Selection: Choose trainers with the right skill set; not everyone can train effectively.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality of the class and learning objectives throughout the training process.

Levels of Training

• Awareness: Basic understanding of hazards.
• Competency: Ability to perform tasks safely.
• Qualified Level: Advanced understanding and skills.
• Certification: Formal recognition of skills and knowledge.

Planning and Resources

• Proper Budget: Allocate sufficient resources for effective training.
• Content and Schedule: Plan the training content and schedule according to business needs and regulatory requirements.
• Location and Frequency: Consider the best location and frequency of training sessions to maximize participation and effectiveness.

Regulatory Requirements and Industry Standards

• OSHA Requirements: Follow the minimum standards set by OSHA.
• Industry-Specific Risks and History: Tailor training programs based on industry-specific risks and historical injury trends.
• Consensus Standards: Use industry standards prudently to enhance safety protocols.

Continuous Improvement

• Real-time Feedback: Use class surveys to evaluate and improve training programs continuously.
• Attendance Tracking: Monitor attendance and adjust the number of classes to avoid underutilization.
• Training Matrix: Develop a matrix to track who needs what training, when, and the frequency of refreshers.

Transparency and Communication

• Employee Awareness: Ensure employees know their training schedules and content.
• Transparent System: Maintain a transparent system for tracking training and compliance.

Employing these strategies will lead to more effective safety training programs, ultimately enhancing workplace safety and compliance.

​How much do you know about Safety training requirements per OSHA? I am not discussing best practices or what you do at your company. Just the basics! OSHA is the regulatory requirement, or the bar if you will. That means you can do the bare minimum to meet the standards. It is the baseline that you must meet under regulations. (it is step one of program management). Step two: This is where Consensus standards may be applied, including industry or equipment specific guidance. The Types of standards that apply may be A-B1, B2, or C Type standards. Some of them may be referenced by OSHA, making them more enforceable. So, you must understand their application.

Submitted by Kevin Russell, founder and owner of A Safer Way
Do you understand the requirements to utilize the minor servicing exemption in OSHA 1910.147?
Information regarding OSHA Minor Servicing while working in General Industry. 
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The OSHA standard states:
1910.147(a)(2)(ii)(B)An employee is required to place any part of their body into an area on a machine or piece of equipment where work is performed upon the material being processed (point of operation) or where an associated danger zone exists during a machine operating cycle. ​

Every job has safety risks, whether it’s in an industrial setting, a restaurant, or even a classroom. There’s no way to eliminate risk, but how can you minimize it so your employees are able to go home every day?
 
The Logan County Safety Council is here to help. The Logan County Chamber of Commerce works alongside the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC) to administer the Safety Council program for any employer in Logan County and the surrounding area. In addition to providing monthly updates on various safety topics, enrollment in the program can earn eligible employers a 2% rebate on their workers compensation premiums.
 
Our Safety Council program works closely with our Steering Committee to plan and coordinate relevant safety meetings on the third Thursday of each month throughout the year. By covering topics ranging from Safety Culture to Mental Health to Electrical Safety, each monthly meeting provides attendees with important information to bring back to their workplace to improve safety for themselves and their team.
 
An Ohio BWC representative also provides crucial information on potential savings opportunities and grant programs at each meeting.
 
Meetings are open and anyone is welcome to attend! You can learn more about the Logan County Safety Council here and for additional info, please contact Program Director Lydia Hess.
 
We hope to see you at an upcoming meeting!