Top Safety News, November 2015 • BLS injury data identifies 3 million workplace injuries in 2014. • Follow these 5 best practices to improve contractor safety. • Driver safety program can minimize crash risks and promote safe habits. • Prequalified contractors don't guarantee a safe workplace. • New Texas concealed / open carry signs required in January.

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Top Safety News, November 2015
• BLS injury data identifies 3 million workplace injuries in 2014.
• Follow these 5 best practices to improve contractor safety.
• Driver safety program can minimize crash risks and promote safe habits.
• Prequalified contractors don't guarantee a safe workplace.
• New Texas concealed / open carry signs required in January.
Hello again,
It's Thanksgiving time, and the entire ComplianceSigns team sends our thanks to you
for your business in the past year. ComplianceSigns will be closed on Nov. 26 and 27 so
our employees can spend time with family and friends. We hope you will be able to do the
same. We will reopen on Nov. 30 and process orders as quickly as possible. Please note
that deliveries can be delayed during the holidays, so orders placed in the coming weeks
might not arrive as quickly as usual. Have a happy Thanksgiving and a safe month. - Paul
Sandefer, President.
BLS Releases Injury and Illness Data for 2014
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has released data on nearly three million
nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses reported by the private sector in 2014. That
number translates to 3.2 cases for every 100 full-time employees, and is some
54,000 fewer cases than 2013, continuing a downward trend since 2003.
Browse Digital Safety Scoreboards at ComplianceSigns.com.
What's New at ComplianceSigns.com
ComplianceSigns.com offers a large selection of state-specific signs on a variety
of topics. New this month are Texas concealed carry / open carry handgun
signs. We've carried this signage for some time, but new requirements take
effect in January 2016, and we have the new signs you need to comply with
Texas Code 30.06 and Texas Code 30.07.
Other state-specific items we carry include signs and labels for: Accessible
Parking; No Smoking; Swimming Pool Rules; California Title 24 Restroom
and more. We also make custom signs and labels to meet almost any need.
5 Best Practices to Improve Contractor Safety
A recent post on the NIOSH Science Blog outlines results of a new research report on the
best practices for managing contractor and supplier safety. The report identifies the
three top factors that compromise contractor safety and outlines a variety of
recommended practices for contractor management.
Browse Construction Safety signs and labels.
Maintain & Improve Workplace Driving Safety
Accidents are the leading cause of on-the-job fatalities. Learn what you can do to minimize crash risks
and promote safe driving through monitoring, education, incentives and more, including a 10-step
program from the Network of Employers for Traffic Safety.
View Vehicle Safety signs.
Contractor Registries Aren’t Safety Programs
Prequalifying contractors to verify they meet your safety standards is an
important step – but it’s just that: one step, according to the safety experts at
Safety Management Group in Indianapolis. In a recent article, they explain that
ensuring a safe workplace requires much more than selecting an approved
company from an online database.
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November Safety News and Notes
Here's a collection of recent workplace safety news and resources:
FDA Finalizes New Food Safety Rules
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Nov. 13 finalized more rules to implement the Food Safety
Modernization Act (FSMA). The Produce Safety rule establishes for the first time enforceable safety
standards for produce farms.
NIOSH Small Business Resource Guide
This guide provides plans, tools, tips, and information from across the web on how to keep your
workers safe and well from job-related injury and illness while managing time and cost investments. It is
designed for small business owners, employers and managers.
OH&S Safety Webinars in December
• Stay Ahead of GHS, December 2.
• Electrical Compliance & NFPA 70E Updates for the Workplace,
December 3.
• FR Garments: New research shows that fabric choice can be the critical
factor, December 8.
Drivers Still Distracted for Half a Minute After Using Hands-free Devices
New research by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety shows hands-free
technologies can mentally distract drivers for up to 27 seconds, even if their eyes are on the road
and their hands are on the wheel. Performance varied greatly depending on the hands-free system in use.
OSHA Seeks Comments on Safety and Health Program Management Guidelines
First published in 1989, the guidelines are being updated to reflect modern technology and practices. The
guidelines are intended to help employers establish health and safety management plans at their
workplaces. Comments will be accepted until Feb. 15, 2016.
James Bond: 50 Years of Workplace Hazards
If you're a James Bond fan, you'll enjoy this humorous post on the NIOSH Science Blog that outlines
many of the workplace hazards 007 has endured and overcome over the years. It's a fun read, and
timely given the latest Bond film release.
SAFETY TIP:
Avoid Bucket Truck Hazards
Bucket trucks present a unique set of hazards, including risks for falls, tip overs,
collisions with objects and contact with electric lines or other dangerous objects.
We've assembled a list of tips and best practices to help workers identify
and avoid potential hazards and stay safe on the job.
Browse Bucket Truck safety labels and signs at ComplianceSigns.com.
Customer Comments
Here's what customers are saying about ComplianceSigns.com this month:
• ComplianceSigns had the exact sign I wanted at a reasonable price. The ordering page was
extremely easy to use and having Paypal as an option is great! - Mary A.
• Very prompt service from order to delivery. Nice signs and good value. I liked that they keep you
updated about the progress of your order. - Margaret W.
• They have a very complete line of signage that's competitively priced. Plus, the in-house support
people are polite and knowledgeable. Like you guys! - Anthony P.
• Website is very easy to use, with clear instructions and prompts. - Frank G.
Read more ComplianceSigns.com customer reviews.
Top Safety Articles Last Month
These were the most popular articles in last month's Connection:
• Fall protection tops 2015 OSHA violations list
• New gender-neutral restroom signs at ComplianceSigns.com
• October safety news & notes: webinars, references and more
• Use 3 points of contact to reduce ladder falls
• 5 steps to compressed gas safety
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