UVM Physical Plant Department - Training & Compliance Office

06/20/2018

Know your space prior to entering!

Cal/OSHA has cited Alhambra Foundry Co. Ltd. $283,390 for workplace safety and health violations following a confined space accident that resulted in the amputation of an employee’s legs. Cal/OSHA cited Alhambra Foundry for similar violations eight years ago. On August 28, two workers at the found...

06/04/2018

There are many choices in selecting the right protection for your eyes at work. Get help today! If you work for UVM PPD contact your supervisor if you see a need to protect your eyes - We can help as well - contact the Training & Compliance Office - http://tco.w3.uvm.edu/ - OSHA has a great e-Tool to help as well. Have the insight to protect your 👀!

Eye and Face Protection eTool | Selecting PPE for the Workplace - Impact

05/25/2018

05/24/2018

When your called to address the care of our trees, be safe! Recognize the hazards you face! OSHA offers a few suggestions to recognize hazard! Review the bulletin for more details!

OSHA Hazard Bulletin: Tree Care Work: Falls and Falling Object Hazards - OSHA 3731

05/17/2018

Need to refresh yourself on the changes to NFPA 70E 2018 changes? Check out these 5 short YouTube videos today! Be safe! Not sorry!

05/17/2018

All falls can be prevented!!! Ensure you are working safely at heights!

PLAN ahead to get the job done safely. PROVIDE the right equipment.
TRAIN everyone to use the equipment safely.

05/16/2018

Looking to enhance your knowledge of building systems? Talk to your supervisor about enrolling in the college of steam, condensate, hot water, humidification, heat recovery, water treatment, or EH&S. Knowledge is a powerful tool in your toolbox.

Online courses and training in steam, condensate, hot water, humidification, heat recovery, refrigeration, water treatment, EH&S, more— free, intro, advanced.

05/15/2018

Today's Safety Tip! Digging? Before you do contact DigSafe 811 - http://www.digsafe.com/ and use OSHA's Quick Card for "Working Safely in Trenches"