OSHA’s Safe + Sound “Take 3 in 30” challenge
May 1st, 2019 by CCARPlease click on the link below for more information on OSHA’s Safe + Sound “Take 3 in 30” challenge https://us15.campaign-archive.com/?e=&u=3fa909b1d0902ab0e5d620988&id=bcfc320662
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Complimentary E-Safety Modules for SkillsUSA Contestants
March 14th, 2019 by CCARMarch 14, 2019 – Electude International and CCAR (The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair) are pleased to announce that they have released preparatory Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) Safety courses for all automotive students readying to compete in SkillsUSA. The courses, available on a complimentary basis and with unlimited access to all participating instructors and students,
Safety First? Mike Rowe offers a different (thought-provoking) perspective…
March 7th, 2019 by CCARWe’ve heard the refrain “Safety First” for as long as we can remember. Nothing wrong with that, is there? Well, Mike Rowe has an interesting perspective on that refrain, and he does a darn good job of explaining why in this short YouTube video. According to Rowe, he has adopted the idea of “Safety Third”.
So what does it cost a company — and/or the employee — when someone gets hurt on the job?
March 6th, 2019 by CCARThe following is from CCAR friend and respected colleague Tony Martin. This article is based upon the content found in Chapters 2 and 12 from his book “Tuning Into Safety”. For more info, check out Tony’s website at; www.tuningintosafety.com The world of work has changed dramatically in recent years. One example of this change
Electude and CCAR Announce E-Safety Course Expansion
February 18th, 2019 by CCARFebruary 18, 2019 — Electude International and CCAR (The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair) are pleased to announce further expansion of the online E-Safety course suite, the automotive safety courses, assessments and credentials created by CCAR and available through Electude. Expanded coverage adds new training modules including: First Aid and Emergency Eyewash; Safe Driving Essentials and Best
Extreme cold weather resources from OSHA
January 29th, 2019 by CCARThe following has been provided by our fine colleagues at OSHA; As we experience historic low temperatures and snowfall across the country, workers may be exposed to unprecedented harsh weather conditions. Working in cold weather brings challenges and hazards. OSHA has resources available to help workers stay safe, including a new pamphlet on snow
Diisocyanates; What are you?
January 22nd, 2019 by CCARDiisocyanates (die-eye-so-sigh-ah-nates) sounds like a scary word. But in reality, Diisocyanates are nothing to be afraid of; they are incredible materials used to make your life more comfortable and help with energy conservation. Boom! Science. Diisocyanates are chemical building blocks used to make numerous polyurethane products such as foams, adhesives, coatings, elastomers, sealants and more.
FCA recalls 1.4M vehicles to replace air bag inflators
January 11th, 2019 by CCARfrom http://media.fcanorthamerica.com/newsrelease.do?id=20535&mid=&searchresult January 10, 2019 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – FCA US LLC is recalling an estimated 1.4 million vehicles in the U.S. to replace passenger-side air-bag inflators that may, on deployment, send shrapnel into the vehicle cabin. The Company is unaware of any injuries or accidents associated this vehicle population. The defect is linked to
Free webinar to help small businesses comply with OSHA standards
January 8th, 2019 by CCARfrom https://www.score.org/event/how-can-small-business-comply-with-OSHA-standards LIVE WEBINAR DURATION: 1 Hour DATE & TIME: January 17, 2019, 1:00pm EST Did you know that a safe and healthy workplace not only protects employees from injury and illness, but can lower costs, reduce absenteeism, boost morale and increase productivity and quality? How can your small business stay safe? OSHA can help! The Occupational Safety and
Ford Recalls Nearly 1 Million Vehicles Over Potentially Explosive Air Bag Inflators
January 4th, 2019 by CCARfrom http://fortune.com/2019/01/04/ford-recalls-airbag-inflators/ January 4, 2019 — Ford has announced plans to recall 953,000 vehicles worldwide—including 782,000 in the United States—amid fears that the passenger air bag inflator could explode and injure riders. The recall is part of a larger recall of Takata airbag inflators, which can hurl shrapnel if they explode after deteriorating over time due to heat and