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Safety Speak: Fully Vaccinated? The CDC

Episode 65

Safety Speak: Fully Vaccinated? The CDC's Suggested COVID-19 Do's & Don'ts

In this episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard takes a look into the global mental health crisis and discusses Distracted Driving Awareness Month as well as the ins and outs of becoming fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

You

You're Fully Vaccinated. What's Next?

The CDC says some rules and suggestions change; others stay the same as those who are unvaccinated.

COVID-19 Reported as Third Leading Cause of Death in 2020 in the U.S.

COVID-19 Reported as Third Leading Cause of Death in 2020 in the U.S.

Federal health researchers report the study from the past year.

Nutrition Should Play a Core Role in Your Occupational Health Program

Mentally and emotionally, the demands of intense physical labor can create stress that leads to unhealthy behaviors and unsafe situations.

President Biden Says Vaccine Will Soon be Available to 90 Percent of Public

President Biden Says Vaccine Will Soon be Available to 90 Percent of Public

90 percent of people will live within five miles of a vaccination clinic.

U.S. Data Shows AstraZeneca Vaccine is Effective for All Adults

U.S. Data Shows AstraZeneca Vaccine is Effective for All Adults

The pharmaceutical company assures Americans this vaccine is the shot to choose.

Safety Speak: Employees & COVID-19 Vaccines - How to Thoughtfully Encourage Vaccination

Episode 61

Safety Speak: Employees & COVID-19 Vaccines - How to Thoughtfully Encourage Vaccination

Listen in on top safety news topics such as OSHA's new National Emphasis Program, the FDA's recommendations for coronavirus screening tests and how to thoughtfully encourage COVID-19 vaccinations without mandates.



Employee Mental Health

Mental Health Concerns Improve One Year into Pandemic

Mental Health index reports awareness and concerns.

FDA Moves to Streamline COVID-19 Testing

FDA Moves to Streamline COVID-19 Testing

Health experts say it’s important to get tested even if you’re asymptomatic.

Safety Speak: Expanding the Definition for Workplace Impairment

Episode 57

Safety Speak: Expanding the Definition for Workplace Impairment

Should employers be thinking outside the box when it comes to workplace impairment? Can organizations pinpoint the hour in which workers are most likely to get injured? And are we getting a third COVID-19 vaccine? Find out on this mini episode of OH&S SafetyPod.

Is the Definition of Workplace Impairment Changing?

A new survey finds that employers believe “impairment” at work means more than the results of substances.

Americans are Backsliding on Hygiene Efforts Amid Pandemic

Efforts to curb the transmission of contracting COVID-19 by handwashing has lessened according to an annual survey from Bradley Corp.

How Employers Are Expanding Benefits in 2021

How Employers Are Expanding Benefits in 2021

As the workforce alters with the long-term effects of the pandemic, companies are expanding their benefits for employees.

Staying Safe and Warm as the U.S. Sees Record-Breaking Temperatures

Staying Safe and Warm as the U.S. Sees Record-Breaking Temperatures

For essential workers that must work through the cold conditions, there are many things to keep in mind to stay safe and healthy through the winter storm.

Rapid Medical Mobilization for COVID-19 Testing, Vaccination and Other Critical Relief Efforts

Quick-response mobile, customizable containers, trailers and vehicles are offering medical professionals new tools to combat not only the pandemic, but also other urgent healthcare issues.

Safety Speak: New Guidance on FFCRA, OSHA Deadline for Injury and Illness Records and COVID-19 Vaccines

Episode 48

Safety Speak: New Guidance on FFCRA, OSHA Deadline for Injury and Illness Records and COVID-19 Vaccines

Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the a new FAQ set up for those who have questions about the expired FFCRA, OSHA's impended deadlines for your Form 300A and updates on the vaccination rollout in the U.S.

Five Benefits Of CPR Training In The Workplace

CPR training can be a lifesaving skill when used properly at work.

Department of Labor Publishes Guidance on Expiration of Paid Sick and Medical Leave

Department of Labor Publishes Guidance on Expiration of Paid Sick and Medical Leave

The department’s Wage and Hour Division created an FAQ to answer questions about the Families First Coronavirus Response Act expiration.

Health Officials Consider Delaying Second Dose of Coronavirus Vaccine

Health Officials Consider Delaying Second Dose of Coronavirus Vaccine

Only 4.2 million Americans have received a first COVID-19 dose as of January 2.

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