Joint agency guidance developed by representatives of the Office of Superintendent of Public
Instruction (OSPI), the Department of Health (DOH), the Department of Labor & Industries
(L&I), local superintendents, and labor organizations.
Category: Sound Advice
Resources and guidance for increasing worker safety.
This is NOT our newsletter. It is ONLY those items which provide guidance and resources (advice) for safety and risk management
Safety Bulletin Board
An attractive, well-organized safety bulletin board can help promote safety in the workplace.
Healthy Air for Healthy Schools
Poster from the DOH on products to use or avoid to improve classroom air quality.
A “HIP” Alternative
The hip vacuum is a lightweight, compact, and ergonomically shaped alternative vacuum that can maximize operator agility and cleaning ability.
Indoor Air Quality: New School Year – The Perfect Time to Create A Healthier School Environment
Indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools helps students and staff to reduce absenteeism and increase productivity and test scores.
Don’t Start Your Summer Vacation with an Injury
Careful thought and planning are needed to develop safe and efficient ways to perform these everyday activities.
Districts Heat Stress Program
Washington State requires that all employers with employees exposed to outdoor temperatures above applicable levels implement a heat stress program.
How to Prepare for On-Site Audiograms
Find here tip sheets to assist our districts in preparing for on-site audiograms.
Stay Safe this Winter!
How we remain safe when navigating through the hazardous conditions winter brings.
Stay Healthy During Flu Season
The best way to reduce the risk of exposure to the flu virus in the workplace is to use basic hygiene precautions and follow our recommendations.