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Issue Archive: Volume 3
Issue 1: September 2023 - Are you and your workplace prepared?

Our first issue of volume 3 asks: Are you and your workplace prepared?

Learn about how to best be prepared for emergencies at the workplace and at home. Learn about bus safety.
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Issue 2: October 2023 - Workplace Violence Prevention Programs required in Public Schools

Our second issue of volume 3 highlights a legislative victory requiring workplace violence prevention programs in public schools.

Learn about the new law and why it matters. We also observe National School Bus Safety Week and National Fire Prevention Week.
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Issue 3: November 2023 - Quick turnaround expected for Workplace Violence Prevention Plans

Our second issue of volume 3 highlights a legislative victory requiring workplace violence prevention programs in public schools.

Learn about the new law and why it matters. We also highlight a Temporary Traffic Control Train the Trainer and find out why traffic control plans are important
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Issue 4: January 2024 - 2022 Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries sees 5.7% increase

The 4th issue of volume 3 explores the findings of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in their National Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries. We also share resources for working in winter weather.

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Issue 5: February 2024 - It’s February. Do you know where your Injury and Illness summaries are?

Do you know where your Injury and Illness summaries are?

Also, February is cancer awareness month.

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Issue 6: March 2024 - Planning to look at the April Solar Eclipse?

Planning to look at the April Solar Eclipse?

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Issue Archive: Volume 2
Issue 1: June 2022 - Tick-Borne Diseases & Monkeypox

Our Ninth issue features information on tick-borne diseases and monkeypox,

Learn about how these diseases and how they can be prevented.Read Volume 2, Issue #1.

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Issue 2: July 2022 - Issue 2: Beating the Heat: Hazardous Exposure & Prevention

Our 2nd issue of this edition features information on how to beat the heat. Learn about extreme heat exposure and precautions you can take to prevent it.

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Issue 3: August/September 2022 - Issue 3: Back to School: Standing Up for School Safety

Our 3rd issue of this edition is all about going back to school. Make a safety assessment and create a plan for a safe school year.

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Issue 4: September/October 2022 - Issue 4: Unionism on the Rise: Building Power Through Safety & Health

Our 4th issue of this edition is all about building power through safety and health. Get information about Long COVID, Workers Compensation and the transition to heating season.

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Issue 5: October 2022 - Member Alert – Protect Your Rights!

Our 5th issue of this volume is all about protecting your rights of being safe on the job. Get information about Long COVID, Workers Compensation and emergency response.

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Issue 6: ‘Tis the Season for Winter Hazard Awareness

Our 6th issue of this volume is all about being aware of hazards during the winter season and how to be safe on the job.

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Issue 7: The 12 Days of Holiday Hazards!

Our 7th issue of this volume is all about being aware of hazards during the holiday season.

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Issue 8: Know Your Rights: Holding Employers Accountable

Our 8th issue of this volume.

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Issue 9: Gearing Up For Spring Hazards & Spreading Awareness

Our 9th issue of this volume.

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Issue 10: May 2023 - “Pray For The Dead & Fight Like Hell For The Living”

Our 10th issue of this volume recognizes Workers’ Memorial Day.

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Issue 11: June 2023 - Where There’s Smoke, There’s Fire

Our 11th issue of this volume explores safety issues regarding fire and smoke.

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Issue 12: Summer 2023 - Sweat, Heat, Roadwork and Ticks? … The Signs of Summer

Our 12th issue of this volume details common safety issues of the summer season.

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Issue Archive: Volume 1
Issue 1: July 2021 - The Fresh Air Edition

Read in our inaugural issue about Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and how health issues and toxins can rob you of the very air you breathe. Read about things that can impact IAQ, including potential problems and symptoms to watch for, and where you can turn for help. Read Issue #1.

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Issue 2: August 2021 - The Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Edition

Read in our second issue about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).  Read about things that can create stress, including potential problems and symptoms to watch for, and where you can turn for help. Read Issue #2.

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Issue 3: September 2021 - The Emergency Preparedness & First Responders Edition

In our third issue read about emergency preparedness & first responders.

Read about the challenges of being a first responder. Learn how to be prepared for emergencies at home and work. Find out how CSEA can help.  Read Issue #3.

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Issue 4: October 2021 - The Bullying Prevention and Awareness Edition

In our fourth issue read about bullying prevention and awareness.

Learn how to deal with workplace bullying and what to do if you are involved in a bullying incident. Find out how CSEA can help.  Read Issue #4.

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Issue 5: November 2021 - The Occupational Lung Diseases Edition

In our fourth issue read about occupational lung diseases.

Learn about what can cause occupational lung disease and what to do to be protected and work safely. Find out how CSEA can help.  Read Issue #5.

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Issue 6: December 2021 - The Food Safety Edition

In our sixth issue read about food safety concerns.

Learn about steps you can take to prevent foodborne illness and practice safety in food preparation. Find out how CSEA can help.  Read Issue #6.

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Issue 7: January 2022- The Year in Review Edition

In our seventh issue read about safety issues during 2021.

Learn about the importance of reporting and record keeping. Find out how CSEA can help.  Read Issue #7.

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Issue 8: February 2022- The Illness and Injury Logs Edition

In our eighth issue read about illness and injury logs.

Learn about the importance of holding management accountable for this mandated reporting, and how you can access this data. Find out how CSEA can help.  Read Issue #8.

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Issue 9: April 2022- Educate, Activate, Motivate! Post-Conference Recap Edition

Our Ninth issue features a recap of our Occupational Safety and Health Conference.

Learn about are new and updated safety resources. Read Issue #9.

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