Safety & Training

An excavation is any man-made cut, cavity or depression in the earth's surface, formed by earth removal. This includes a trench, which is a narrow type of excavation made below the ground that is deeper than it is wide. Trenches can be up to 15 feet wide. Trenches and excavations are common at many construction sites and are considered one of the most dangerous construction operations. It is estimated that 100 plus deaths per year occur due to cave-ins and other excavation hazards. OSHA requires that workers in trenches and excavation areas be protected. Most fatalities and injuries could be avoided with proper knowledge, utilization of OSHA safety standards and an effective health and safety program. There are many hazards associated with excavation and trench work. All excavations are hazardous because they are inherently unstable. Workers can be seriously injured or killed if the sides of a trench collapse. Unsafe trenches are the major factor in many trenching hazards. Trenches do not have to be deep for accidents to occur. Serious injuries are possible in shallow trenches (under 5 feet) as well. DVD with a CD-Rom Containing: Outline (English & Spanish), Quiz (English & Spanish), Answer Key, Certificate, Training Log, Wallet Card, PowerPoint Presentation (English & Spanish) & Manual OSHA Compliance Group, Inc. has developed this training video and materials to assist employers in training their workers about excavation & trenching safety.

Each year emergency situations cause an untold number of injuries and deaths. Damages to facilities and equipment run into the billions of dollars. While every emergency situation isn't preventable, by planning ahead the effects of many of these situations can be minimized. Existing OSHA, SARA Title III, and numerous state regulations call for all facilities to meet a number of Emergency Preparedness/Crisis Management requirements. MARCOM's training products on “Emergency Planning” assist facilities in complying with these regulations and help them prepare for potential emergency situations.

There are many reasons for driving, whether it be commuting to and from work, making a sales call, delivering a product or service or just picking up lunch. Driving may seem routine but can be very dangerous. Every five seconds an automobile crash occurs, every ten seconds an injury occurs from a crash and every twelve minutes someone dies from an automobile crash. Most accidents occur during the work day. Transportation accidents are the leading cause of on-the-job deaths. According to the U.S. Department of Labor and Statistics, 2,493 “fatal occupational injuries” were transportation incidents in 2005. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, as an employer, you are responsible for meeting all applicable requirements and procedures of the regulations. You are also responsible for all actions of your officials, representatives, and agents (including service agents) in carrying out the requirements of the DOT agency regulations. The information in this program will provide drivers with practical and safe guidelines for driving and help them to think about driving with a safety mind-set. DVD with a CD-Rom Containing: Outline (English & Spanish), Quiz (English & Spanish), Answer Key, Certificate, Training Log, Wallet Card, PowerPoint Presentation (English & Spanish) & Manual OSHA Compliance Group, Inc. has developed this training video and materials to assist employers in complying with these regulations.

Good safety housekeeping can significantly reduce accidents and injuries in any type of work environment. By developing good safety habits, and by being aware of their work environment and any hazards associated with it, employees can help to create a much safer workplace.NSC's training products on “Safety Housekeeping and Accident Prevention” demonstrate to employees how to prevent workplace accidents by paying attention to safety housekeeping considerations. Available in English or Spanish. Topics covered in these products include:

Preventing a back injury is much easier than repairing one. Because your back is critically important to your ability to walk, sit, stand, and run, it's important to take care of it. Most back pain arises from using your back improperly, so learning a few basic rules about lifting, posture and proper exercise can help keep your back in good shape. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than one million workers suffer back injuries each year, and back injuries account for one of every five workplace injuries or illnesses. Further, one-fourth of all compensation indemnity claims involve back injuries, costing industry billions of dollars on top of the pain and suffering borne by employees. We tend to take our backs for granted until we are in pain! Statistics show that such strains are the most common among workers. Back problems are costly. This includes taking off precious work time. Medical experts say that back injuries have little to do with the weight of the lifted objects and everything to do with how they are lifted. Moreover, though lifting, placing, carying, holding and lowering are involved in manual materials handling (the principal cause of compensable work injuries) the BLS survey shows that four out of five of these injuries were to the lower back, and that three out of four occurred while the employee was lifting. Nearly 80% of people will experience some type of back injury during their lifetime. This very common injury is caused by activities both on and off the job. Common causes of back injuries include lifting, twisting and reaching. This training program has been filmed for employees that do not work in a healthcare environment. We have produced a separate training program specific to the healthcare industry (item #09-066). DVD with a CD-Rom Containing: Outline (English & Spanish), Quiz (English & Spanish), Answer Key, Certificate, Training Log, Wallet Card, PowerPoint Presentation (English & Spanish) & Manual OSHA Compliance Group, Inc. has developed this training video and materials to assist employers in training their workers about back safety.

Asbestos is the name of a group of naturally occurring mineral fibers. Asbestos has many positive characteristics which have been proven useful for centuries. Asbestos fiber does not deteriorate under normal usage, does not conduct electricity, and is very resistant to fire, heat and corrosion. Asbestos has been used in paper products, paints, adhesives, insulations, cements, automotive parts, protective clothing, roofing materials, toasters, popcorn poppers, slow cookers and in many other products. Unfortunately, this “super” material also contains a very dangerous quality. When handled, asbestos separates into microscopic-sized particles which remain in the air and can easily be inhaled. When inhaled, asbestos can develop into many types of life-threatening diseases. As the hazards of asbestos became more known, bans and regulations were passed to limit its use. While the use of asbestos and asbestos products has decreased significantly in recent years, it can still be found in many residential and commercial settings and continues to pose a health risk to workers and others. National Safety Compliance has developed this training video and materials to assist employers in complying with the OSHA regulation (29 CFR 1910.1001) about asbestos safety. DVD with a CD-Rom Containing: Outline (English & Spanish), Quiz (English & Spanish), Answer Key, Certificate, Training Log, Wallet Card, PowerPoint Presentation (English & Spanish) & Manual National Safety Compliance has developed this training video and materials to assist employers in training their workers about asbestos safety.

An “accident” is defined as an unforeseen, uncontrollable event. However, research has shown that most workplace “accidents” are actually “incidents” that could have been controlled or prevented—IF proper procedures or rules had been followed. The goal this safety training program is to identify and make employees aware of potentially unsafe practices and conditions. The goal and responsibility of all employees is to follow these rules and procedures to the letter. Specifically designed to be suitable for most industries, this program is an excellent overview of safety basics that are vital to safe work practices. It doesn’t matter if your business is manufacturing, service, retail, education or any other industry—many of these same basic safety principles apply. This program is an excellent choice as initial safety orientation for new employees, as well as refresher training for existing employees. Topics include:

Preventing a back injury is much easier than repairing one. Because your back is critically important to your ability to walk, sit, stand, and run, it's important to take care of it. Most back pain arises from using your back improperly, so learning a few basic rules about lifting, posture and proper exercise can help keep your back in good shape. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than one million workers suffer back injuries each year, and back injuries account for one of every five workplace injuries or illnesses. Further, one-fourth of all compensation indemnity claims involve back injuries, costing industry billions of dollars on top of the pain and suffering borne by employees. We tend to take our backs for granted until we are in pain! Statistics show that such strains are the most common among workers. Back problems are costly. This includes taking off precious work time. Medical experts say that back injuries have little to do with the weight of the lifted objects and everything to do with how they are lifted. Moreover, though lifting, placing, carying, holding and lowering are involved in manual materials handling (the principal cause of compensable work injuries) the BLS survey shows that four out of five of these injuries were to the lower back, and that three out of four occurred while the employee was lifting. Nearly 80% of people will experience some type of back injury during their lifetime. This very common injury is caused by activities both on and off the job. Common causes of back injuries include lifting, twisting and reaching. This training program has been filmed for employees that do not work in a healthcare environment. We have produced a separate training program specific to the healthcare industry (item #09-066). DVD with a CD-Rom Containing: Outline (English & Spanish), Quiz (English & Spanish), Answer Key, Certificate, Training Log, Wallet Card, PowerPoint Presentation (English & Spanish) & Manual OSHA Compliance Group, Inc. has developed this training video and materials to assist employers in training their workers about back safety.

Employers must comply with OSHA's bloodborne pathogens standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) whenever employees are occupationally exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials.

OSHA Compliance Groups Bloodborne Pathogens Poster explains the major provisions of the standard, provides an overview of the major types of Bloodborne diseases, and includes recommended engineering controls and best practices. It's designed to supplement mandatory training under the standard and keep your employees informed about how to reduce associated risks.

This Poster is Laminated. Employers must comply with OSHA's bloodborne pathogens standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) whenever employees are occupationally exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials.

OSHA Compliance Groups Bloodborne Pathogens Poster explains the major provisions of the standard, provides an overview of the major types of bloodborne diseases, and includes recommended engineering controls and best practices. It's designed to supplement mandatory training under the standard and keep your employees informed about how to reduce associated risks.