Washington — OSHA has launched a nationwide competitors for the finest instruments and informational assets on the risks of warmth publicity – indoors and outdoor – at work.
The “Beat the Heat” contest – open to all industries – “seeks to educate workers and employers about workplace heat hazards, raise industry and general public awareness of the dangers excessive heat presents to workers, and motivate employers and workers to act to prevent heat illness.”
A panel of material consultants at OSHA and different federal businesses will select winners primarily based on the following standards:
- Innovation
- Creativity
- Strength of message
- Best non-English language entry
- Indoor warmth emphasis
- Young employee emphasis
Winning entries can be displayed on OSHA’s web site and featured in company newsletters. The winners will obtain a letter of appreciation from company administrator Doug Parker, a “Beat the Heat” problem coin and a congratulatory certificates.
Submissions are due June 9.
