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Summer Safety Training Resources

Summer means outdoor activities, picnics and swimming. But for thousands of people, it also means increased injuries, food poisoning or drowning while on vacation. To make sure that your workers and their loved ones stay safe and healthy this summer, we've developed free summer safety training resources including PowerPoint slides for your safety committee, employee/family handouts, an educational video, and a children’s activity book.

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Earn Your OSH Degree in Oil & Gas

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