News and Analysis
BWC’s Lineup of Virtual Safety Training and Events
January 8, 2021In response to the pandemic, the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) has added many virtual safety and employer resources, including safety webinars. A number of previously full-day training courses have been refashioned into shorter virtual events.
Members are encouraged to explore the BWC’s calendar of upcoming events.
BWC also continues to offer its full line of safety services, including virtual consultations, safety talks, and written safety program templates.
BWC events are offered at no cost to Ohio state-fund employers. Questions regarding BWC’s safety services can be emailed to the staff. 1/5/2021
Report: Fatal Work-Related Injuries See Biggest Jump Since 2007
January 8, 2021According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, fatal work injuries in 2019 (the latest data available) were the highest they’ve been since 2007. Fatalities among workers age 55 and over increased 8% from 1,863 in 2018 to 2,005 in 2019 — the largest number ever recorded for this age group.
Register now for the OMA’s Jan. 14 safety webinar, which will spotlight OSHA Emphasis Programs, inspections and employee complaints. Learn more and register here. 1/5/2021
OSHA: March 2 Deadline to Submit Reportable Injuries, Illnesses
January 8, 2021OSHA is reminding employers that the agency has begun collecting calendar year 2020 Form 300A data to record reportable injuries and illnesses. Employers must submit the form electronically by March 2, 2021.
Electronic submissions are required by establishments with 250 or more employees currently required to keep OSHA injury and illness records, and establishments with 20-249 employees classified in specific industries (including manufacturing) with historically high rates of occupational injuries and illnesses.
To brush up on OSHA recordkeeping requirements, watch this OMA on-demand webinar. (Since the recording of this webinar, there have been no changes to the content except clarification that COVID-19 cases resulting from work exposure belong in the log.) 1/5/2021