Loss Prevention Articles

Steps on how to go about conducting an injury review on an accident.

A very generic accident investigation report. Could be filled out by supervisor or employee.

A sample report of what an employee should fill out after an accident.

A sample report of what a supervisor should fill out after an accident.

A guide on how to develop a workplace accident and injury reduction (AWAIR) program.

How to establish a workplace accident and injury reduction program for small construction employers.

A sample program from the Department of Administration. Should be modified to correspond with your policies and procedures

1910.1030 standard on Bloodborne Pathogens

The most frequently asked questions regarding the Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act(part of the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard).

OSHA's declination for the hepatitis B vaccination.

OSHA's sample policies for Bloodborne Pathogens and Hazard Communication. Should be modified to correspond with your policies and procedures

Open for Business (sm) is a comprehensive disaster planning toolkit in booklet and CD-Rom formats. The easy-to-use guide helps business owners reduce the potential for loss should disaster strike, and reopen quickly should they be forced to close. This creates a savings for the business, and also benefits the employees and customers who rely on it. Open for Business(sm) includes an assessment tool that helps the business determine its susceptibility to natural disasters wherever it has facilities and provides information to minimize damage. The toolkit also includes materials to help organize the business’ critical information and review its essential operations, both of which lead to development of a continuity plan. Request a free single copy by writing to info@ibhs.org or calling 1 (866) 657-IBHS (4247).

Distractions can be hazardous while driving. Safety tips you can use while driving.

Tips to consider when driving and using a cell phone.

Monthly check list: This form is designed to be used on a monthly basis. This form will help guide you to areas inside and outside your center that could be hazardous to your children and employees. This form does not cover all hazards.

A generic program for the confined space program developed by the Department of Administration

A booklet by OSHA provides a generic overview of OSHA's standard

Booklet for employers to reduce motor vehicle-related deaths and injuries in the nation's workforce.

A sample policy to assist in creating a policy for drivers.

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Link to OSHA's Safety and Health topics regarding workplace substance abuse.

Informational fact sheet from OSHA explaining crystalline silica, the hazards, the symptoms of silicosis, etc.

General Fall Protection for Construction Activities. Oregon OSHA publication.

This document answers several basic questions about chemical hazard communication

The audit is a series of checlists that allows you to evaluate your Hazard Communication Program.

A short sample checklist on the Hazard Communication Program.

A "sign-off" sheet for annual training for the Hazard Communication Program. Individuals that complete the annual training should "sign-off" that they have received training and understand the program.

A "sign-off" sheet for annual training for the Hazard Communication Program for construction/job sites. Individuals completing the training should "sign-off" that they have been trained and that they understand the Hazard Communication Program for construction/job sites.

This document will aid employers in understanding the Hazard Communication Standard and in implementing a hazard communication program

A sample Hazard Communication Program. Intended only for a sample.

A sample Hazard Communication Program. Intended only for a sample.

OSHA's sample policies for Bloodborne Pathogens and Hazard Communication. Should be modified to correspond with your policies and procedures

A sample Hazard Communication Program drafted by Department of Administration.

Line to line description on how to read an MSDS

Brief overview on the basics of the Lockout/Tagout Program.

OSHA's description of the Lockout/Tagout Program.

A sample Lockout/Tagout Program. Intended only for a sample.

A brief checklist to determine power/energy source, location of power/energy source, how many power/energy sources are being used. Also lists the type of lockout process that is being used.

OSHA Publication - OSHA 3157

Everything you need to know about OSHA. What OSHA is, what OSHA covers, what does OSHA require, etc. Gives you tips on what happens during an OSHA inspection and what you can do after an OSHA inspection.

Brief overview of the PPE Program. Includes a departmetnal evaluation/hazard assessment sheet.

Goes over working outdoors and the hazards that go with it. Sun, heat, Lyme Disease and West Nile Virus are reviewed.

Reviews hazard assessment procedures. Goes over the types of PPE for head protection, foot protection, hand protection, eye and face protection, respiratory protection and hearing conservation.

A checklist for PPE that is geared towards the construction industry.

In Excel format, you can download OSHA Form 300 (log of work-related injuries and illnesses), OSHA Form 300A (summary of work-related injuries and illnesses) and OSHA Form 301 (injuries and Illnesses incident report).

Information regarding the new recordingkeeping and the updated forms (OSHA 300, 300A and 301).

Questionnaire to be filled out by the employee before the employee is fit tested and uses the respirator in the workplace.

Information regarding OSHA's Respiratory Protection Program. OSHA 3352

Any employee who wears a respirator/dust mask on a voluntary basis (not mandatory) should read and sign Appendix D of the Respirator Standard.

A sample program for Respiratory Protection. Sample was created by the Department of Administration. Program should be adapted to fit your operations.

Safety alert - 5/21/04

Aquatic Safety Tips that will help ensure that everyone will safety enjoy the swimming experience

11 safety tips to consider before you head out on your field trip

Help prevent your customers and customers from being injured by following these few simple tips

18 safety tips that will make summer camping fun and safe

Article provides loss control tips that childcare providers might use to minimize automobile, liability, property and workers compensation losses.

Article provides loss control tips that childcare providers might use to minimize automobile, liability, property and workers compensation losses.

Article provides loss control tips that childcare providers might use to minimize automobile, liability, property and workers compensation losses.

Article provides loss control tips that childcare providers might use to minimize automobile, liability, property and workers compensation losses.

Article regarding sun safety issues for children in day care.

Signs (8 1/2 x 11) that are available through West Bend Mutual Insurance Company.

Informational fact sheet from OSHA explaining crystalline silica, the hazards, the symptoms of silicosis, etc.

OSHA Publication - OSHA 3157.