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OSHA_DOL

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OSHA_DOL

@OSHA_DOL

Helping employers protect worker safety and health since 1971. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is an agency of @USDOL.

Washington, DC

Joined August 2016

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@OSHA_DOL
Apr 24, 2023
This is an authentic Twitter account representing the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA)
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Falls from ladders are preventable. When using a ladder, remember: ➡ Choose the right ladder for the job ➡ Maintain 3 points of contact ➡ Secure the ladder ➡ Always face the ladder For more information, review our Fall Prevention Fact Sheet: osha.gov/sites/default/…
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Safer workplaces start with prevention. OSHA’s no-cost, confidential On‑Site Consultation Program helps small and midsize businesses identify hazards, improve workplace safety, and protect workers. Learn more: osha.gov/consultation
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Jul 1
📅 Visiting #Freedom250 on the National Mall? Stop by the @USDOL pavilion at 7th & Madison St. near the Smithsonian Castle and meet OSHA staff! We’re recognizing the workers who built America and those who continue to drive our Nation’s success. OSHA.gov/freedom250
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Jul 1
As temperatures rise, so do the risks of heat illness. Know the signs: heavy sweating, dizziness, nausea, headache, confusion, or fainting. Protect yourself: hydrate, take breaks, wear light clothing.   Stay safe & learn more: osha.gov/heat
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Jun 30
Coming soon! Save the date for Safe & Sound Week, August 10-16. Check out resources to help you plan: osha.gov/safeandsoundwe…
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Jun 29
We issued more than $3.5M in proposed penalties to three companies for exposing workers to dangerous sulfuric acid during emergency response cleanup after a chemical spill. Read more: dol.gov/newsroom/relea…
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Jun 29
🎆 Don’t let a fireworks injury ruin Fourth of July celebrations. Keep workers safe by following key safety guidelines: osha.gov/pyrotechnics
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Jun 29
What’s next for workplace safety? Assistant Secretary Dave Keeling joined the @OccHealthSafety SafetyPod to discuss AI’s role in safety, the Safety Champions program, and how we can be a resource for employers. ohsonline.com/articles/2026/…
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Jun 27
Looking for a job where you can make a difference? OSHA is hiring for positions nationwide that may offer incentives such as relocation assistance or student loan repayment. Discover your next opportunity: osha.gov/careers
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Jun 24
Thank you for connecting with OSHA at the @ASSPSafety Conference. We enjoyed meeting and chatting with you throughout the week. Enjoy a few snapshots from #Safety2026 📷
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Jun 24
It’s invisible. It’s toxic. And it can turn deadly in seconds. Before you enter a confined space: ✅ Test for hydrogen sulfide ✅ Follow proper safety procedures ✅ Protect yourself and your team 🔗 Learn more: osha.gov/hydrogen-sulfi…
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Jun 22
❓ Workplace safety has come a long way. After OSHA was created in 1970, what was one of the first workplace hazards we tackled? Make your best guess, find the answer in the comments, and let us know how you did.
Grain elevators24%
Noise exposure26%
Confined spaces28%
Hazard communication22%
50 votesFinal results
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . The correct answer is noise exposure. Did you get it right?
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