July 21, 2003—The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has added a new Safety and Health Topics Page on Emergency Preparedness and Response to its Web site. This page provides links to emergency preparedness and response materials for the workplace.
The site includes specialty topics such as Chemical, Biological, Bioterrorism, Radiation, Personal Protective Equipment, Training and Education, and Safety Equipment. It also covers the tools OSHA has available for responders, including: First Responders, Second Responders, Skilled Support Personnel, Equipment, and Training.
OSHA tools for general worksites are also given, including: Make a Kit, Make a Plan, Evacuation Planning Matrix, Evacuation eTool, Anthrax eTool, OSHA’s electronic Health & Safety Plan (eHASP) for Anthrax, OSHA Publications/Documents, and OSHA Standards and Guidance.
In addition, the site includes information on how OSHA supports the National Response System, as well as links for additional help with emergency preparedness and response, primarily to other governmental agencies.
