Events for November 30, 2020 - May 4, 2019

When: Saturday, May 4, 2019 9am - 1pm (registration at 8:45am) Location: Morristown United Methodist Church 50 S Park Place, Morristown, NJ 07960​ Some chemicals have been found to cause cancer. From pesticides on our food to flame retardant chemicals sprayed on our furniture. Then why do we still use them? This training will examine some chemicals that are known to cause cancer and the economic incentives that encourage business leaders to use them. We will also develop an action agenda for New Jersey and what we can do to reduce exposures and advocate for change. Download the flyer

Presenter Cecelia Leto, NJ Work Environment Council Join Us as We Discuss: • Workplace violence prevention strategies • Identifying safety system failures in the workplace • OSHA and NJ state regulations that address workplace violence Following the training, there will be an update from an OSHA representative with ample time for discussion and questions. Who Should Attend? Labor/Management Health and Safety Committee Members, Union representatives, Health and Safety Professionals, Supervisors, Risk Managers, Workers in Healthcare, Social Services, Schools, or who deal with the public. Pre-registration is required. Since seating is limited, please register early. Program will start promptly at 9am with registration beginning at 8:30am. For more information, contact Cecelia Leto, Project Director, WEC at (609) 882-6100 ext. 308 or email: [email protected]

Are you aware of the major changes to OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom) Standard and how it is now aligned with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals? Employers have a responsibility under OSHA’s HazCom Standard to educate and train employees about the chemicals they work with and how to protect themselves from any potential hazards. Join us for an interactive workshop as we discuss: • Assessing chemical hazards and understanding safety data sheets • OSHA’s HazCom standard • Identifying safety system failures Who Should Attend? Labor/Management health and safety committee members and professionals, supervisors, risk managers, union representatives, employers including small employers, workers who work with chemicals, workers in high hazard industries such as healthcare and chemical plants. Pre-registration is required. Seating is limited – register by November 7, 2019. Program runs from 9am – 12:30pm with registration starting at 8:30am. Please use the website under details to register. Questions? Contact Cecelia Leto at (609) 882-6100 x 308 .   This material was produced under grant SH-31183-SH7 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor.  It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, [...]

  The New Jersey Work Environment Council holds its major fundraiser, an awards dinner, each year. We look forward to being joined by labor, environmental, community leaders and public officials, representing many thousands of New Jersey workers and residents. The event will be held on Friday, November 22, 2019, 6:00 pm at The College of New Jersey, 2000 Pennington Road, Ewing, in the Education Building, Room 212. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, and a buffet dinner, with ample time to network and mingle with friends. WEC relies on the generosity of our members to help fund our mission: working for safe, secure jobs and a healthy, sustainable environment. See below to learn about sponsorship and ad placement opportunities in the commemorative journal in addition to purchasing tickets online.   This year we honor: Marie Blistan, President, New Jersey Education Association Luke Gordon, Staff Representative, United Steelworkers Brandon McKoy, President, New Jersey Policy Perspective Doug O’Malley, Director, Environment New Jersey Elizabeth Smith, Executive Director, Statewide Education Organizing Committee   We will also recognize two outstanding new leaders: Adrienne Markowitz Rising Star Award Yolanda Hernández Sanchez, Founder, Unidos por Escuelas Dignas Rising Star Award Kason Little, Elizabeth Community Leader and Activist Platinum Sponsors  Gold [...]

Keynote Speaker: Rick Engler U.S. Chemical Safety Board Member  Join us for a discussion with Rick on recommendations, reports and updates issued by the U.S. Chemical Safety Board including on the recent explosion at the Philadelphia Refinery. Location: NJEA Headquarters 180 West State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608 See below for parking information

FREE WEBINAR NEW DATE & TIME: Tuesday, March 17, 10am -11:30   Worried about how the Coronavirus affects workers? Join us for a panel on safety and health protections for workers, unions, employers and the community. Get up to-date information from state and federal officials.

SYSTEMS OF SAFETY Workplace Chemicals, Recognizing Hazardous Conditions Webinar Wednesday, October 7, 10 am - 11:45 am

SYSTEMS OF SAFETY WORKPLACE CHEMICALS, RECOGNIZING HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS WEBINAR Co-Sponsored by PhilaPOSH and WEC

This Week's Update: NJ Executive Order 192: What are the New COVID-19 Protections for Workers?