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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

In the aftermath of the devastating January 2025 Los Angeles County wildfires, homeowners and contractors hired day laborers and domestic workers to engage in cleanup and recovery efforts. Read LOSH's latest blog post to learn more: bit.ly/4cA4YPj

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Employee involvement is a critical factor in workplace health and safety. Since 1989, when the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Es cierto. Cada año, el calor extremo cobra más vidas que todos los demás fenómenos meteorológicos extremos combinados. Además, afecta de manera desproporcionada a las comunidades vulnerables.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

It’s true. Each year extreme heat claims more lives than all other extreme weather events combined. It also disproportionately affects vulnerable communities. This week we’re joining workers across the country to participate in @nationalcosh.bsky.social ’s Fired Up!

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Por favor acompáñenos a aprender sobre cómo podemos preparar nuestras pequeñas empresas ante emergencias en el trabajo.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Interns have completed another successful round of the Occupational Health Internship Program (OHIP), which is a a unique opportunity dedicated to helping graduate and undergraduate students across the U.S.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Nos unimos a les trabajadores de todo el país para participar en ¡La Semana Nacional de Acción contra el Calor Fired Up! de @nationalcosh.bsky.social para ayudar a les trabajadores a protegerse del calor extremo.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

We’re joining workers across the country to participate in @nationalcosh.bsky.social ’s Fired Up! National Week of Heat Action to help workers protect themselves from extreme heat.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

¿Sabía que les empleadores están obligades a proteger a les trabajadores de las enfermedades por calor?

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Did you know that employers are required to protect workers from heat illness? Our new Heat Illness Protections for California Workers guide explains the steps employers must take to help keep both indoor and outdoor workers safe when temperatures rise.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Acompáñenos a aprender sobre como podemos protegernos contra las enfermedades por calor en el trabajo. Además, cubriremos estrategias de prevención que se pueden tomar a nivel individual y las leyes estatales de California que protegen a las personas trabajadoras.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

The Occupational Health Internship Program (OHIP) is a one-of-a-kind opportunity dedicated to helping graduate and undergraduate students across the U.S. explore the field of occupational safety and health by working collaboratively

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

The Occupational Health Internship Program (OHIP) is dedicated to helping graduate and undergraduate students explore the field of occupational safety and health through the experiences and perspectives of those most affected by workplace hazards: workers.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

¡Todavía queda tiempo! Únase a nuestra capacitación sobre la Introducción a Programas Eficaces de Prevención de Lesiones y Enfermedades para Pequeñas Empresas. Esta capacitación en español será virtual en Zoom el martes 11 de agosto de 9am a 12pm. Para inscribirse: tinyurl.com/uuedj63j

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Tomando acción para la salud y la seguridad: implementando un programa de prevención de lesiones y enfermedades eficaz (IIPP para pequeñas empresas)

Complete este formulario para registrarse a la capacitación de el Programa de Prevención de Lesiones y Enfermedades (IIPP, sus siglas en inglés). Comuníquese con Isabela Piedrahita via ipiedrahita@irl...

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

There's still time to register! Join our Introduction to Injury & Illness Prevention Programs for Small Businesses training. This English-language training will take place virtually on Tuesday, July 28th from 9am-12pm. To register, please complete this form: tinyurl.com/mpn9arpp

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

APPLY TODAY! We’re looking for a Research Associate to contribute to LOSH’s research on worker safety and health, employment, and policy issues in California. View the full job description and apply here: bit.ly/4w8sN8o

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Los síntomas de las enfermedades causadas por calor pueden manifestarse de diversas formas. Cuando une trabajadore realiza trabajo físico en un ambiente cálido, cualquier síntoma inusual puede ser señal de sobrecalentamiento.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Heat-illness symptoms can show up in a variety of ways. When a worker is performing physical labor in a warm environment, any unusual symptom can be a sign of overheating.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

¡Todavía hay tiempo para registrarse! Únase a nuestra capacitación virtual en español sobre Programas de Prevención de Lesiones y Enfermedades para Pequeñas Empresas, el martes 11 de agosto, de 9 a.m. a 12 p.m. Regístrese: tinyurl.com/uuedj63j

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

There’s still time to register! Join our virtual Introduction to Injury & Illness Prevention Programs for Small Businesses training (English) on Tue., July 28, 9am–12pm. Learn Cal/OSHA IIPP basics and workplace safety best practices. Register: tinyurl.com/mpn9arpp

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National Council for Occupational Safety and Health @nationalcosh.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

🚨 Silica Dust Can Kill. Workers cutting, grinding, polishing, installing, or cleaning engineered stone may be breathing dangerous silica dust that can cause silicosis—an incurable lung disease. 📥 Download & share the new Worker Alert: nationalcosh.org/resources/wo... #WorkerSafety #Silicosis

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National Council for Occupational Safety and Health @nationalcosh.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

🚨 ¡El polvo de sílice puede matar! Si trabajas cortando, puliendo o instalando piedra artificial, podrías estar respirando polvo de sílice peligroso. 📥 Descarga y comparte el nuevo Aviso a Trabajadores: nationalcosh.org/es/recursos/... #Silicosis #PolvoDeSílice #SeguridadLaboral

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Please join us for a FREE training for school-based staff responsible for employee safety and health, including HR, administration and/or maintenance and operations. ➡️ Register here: bit.ly/4vksKFc

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED! We're looking for a WRUC Program Specialist to join our team. View the full job description and apply here: bit.ly/4vtaDOc

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Archivos de OSH: Entre 1930 y 1931, cerca de 3,000 trabajadores excavaron el túnel de Hawk’s Nest, cerca de Gauley Bridge, en Virginia Occidental.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

OSH Archives: Between 1930 and 1931, nearly 3,000 workers drilled the Hawk’s Nest Tunnel near Gauley Bridge, West Virginia. As they worked 10-to-15-hour shifts, many were exposed to extremely high levels of silica dust without adequate protections.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

🦺 @uclalosh.bsky.social is proud to participate in the Occupational Health Internship Program (OHIP), which is dedicated to helping graduate and undergraduate students learn about the field of occupational safety and health from those with the most at stake: working people.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

APPLY TODAY! We’re looking for a WRUC Program Specialist to support LOSH staff in course coordination, training activities, and development of education materials under our hazmat and environmental health worker training grant. View the full job description and apply here: bit.ly/4vtaDOc

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Heat-illness symptoms can show up in a variety of ways. When a worker is performing physical labor in a warm environment, any unusual symptom can be a sign of overheating. If you experience any of these symptoms, seek medical attention.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

¿Trabaja en ambientes calurosos en interiores? El año pasado, California implementó la norma de Prevención de Enfermedades Causadas por el Calor en Lugares Interiores para proteger a les empleades que trabajan en interiores de la exposición peligrosa al calor.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Working indoors in the heat? Last year California implemented an Indoor Heat Illness Prevention Standard to protect employees working indoors from dangerous heat exposure.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

In California, employers must take steps to protect outdoor workers from heat illness with water, shade/rest, and training. Employers must also have a written prevention plan that is available at all outdoor worksites and in a language that workers can understand.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

En California, lxs empleadorxs tienen que tomar pasos para proteger a trabajadorxs al aire libre contra las enfermedades del calor con agua, sombra/descanso, y capacitación.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

June is Silicosis Awareness Month in Los Angeles County. Silicosis is an incurable occupational lung disease caused by inhaling crystalline silica, a common mineral in sand, stone, and other kinds of rocks.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Junio es el mes de la concienciación sobre la silicosis en el Condado de Los Ángeles. La silicosis es una enfermedad pulmonar ocupacional incurable causada por la inhalación de sílice cristalina, un mineral común en la arena, la piedra y otros tipos de rocas.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

¿Sabía que el calor extremo mata a más personas que todos los otros eventos climáticos combinados? Desafortunadamente, es cierto - el calor puede matar y las personas trabajadoras están en riesgo. Sin embargo, sabemos que las enfermedades por calor se pueden prevenir.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Did you know that extreme heat kills more people than all other weather-related events combined? Unfortunately, its true - heat can kill and workers are at risk. Yet we know these heat-related deaths are preventable.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Last week, the Cal/OSHA Standards Board took the first step towards banning artificial stone countertop fabrication, marking a critical step in protecting workers from silicosis, an incurable lung and potentially fatal lung disease caused by exposure to silica dust. www.kqed.org/news/1208491...

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California Steps Closer to Ban on Engineered Stone After Silicosis Surge | KQED

California regulators advanced a proposal to ban artificial stone countertops linked to silicosis from toxic silica dust, beginning rulemaking to prohibit engineered stone with more than 1% crystallin...

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

LOSH honored Workers’ Memorial Day with our communities at events hosted by SoCalCOSH and NDLON. We remember every worker injured or killed on the job and renew our commitment to ensuring every worker gets home safely. “Mourn the dead and fight for the living.”

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

Ha pasado un año desde los incendios forestales de Los Ángeles de 2025, que afectaron a muchxs angelinxs y destruyeron numerosas viviendas. A continuación, le ofrecemos algunos consejos sobre cómo protegerse de la exposición al humo en el lugar de trabajo: bit.ly/3FItXhm

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

It's been a year since the LA wildfires of 2025 that impacted several Angelenos and destroyed many homes. Here are some tips on how to protect yourself from smoke exposure in the workplace. Check out the full infographic here: Bit.ly/3MvUxg6

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

En colaboración con @esperanzachc, 21 participantes completaron nuestro curso WOSH como parte de su preparación para convertirse en Promotores de Salud. Gracias a nuestros invitados por fortalecer este espacio de aprendizaje y liderazgo colectivo. ¡Aquí hay algunos momentos juntos!

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

¡Únete a nosotros en este taller esencial sobre seguridad ante el calor! Con el aumento de las temperaturas, es fundamental comprender los riesgos y reconocer los signos de estrés del calor para garantizar un entorno laboral seguro y saludable. bit.ly/4nlcYYD

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Join us for this essential workshop on heat safety! As temperatures rise, it's essential to understand the risks and recognize the signs of heat stress to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Don’t miss the opportunity to acquire tools to protect yourself and your coworkers. bit.ly/4uG3CJm

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Please join us for a FREE training for school-based staff responsible for employee safety and health, including HR, administration and/or maintenance and operations.

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UCLA LOSH @uclalosh.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Hoy celebramos el Día Internacional de lxs Trabajadorxs, también conocido como #MayDay. Esta festividad se originó a finales del siglo 19, cuando una federación nacional de sindicatos lanzó una campaña para establecer una jornada laboral de 8 horas para el 1 de mayo de 1886.

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