2025 Classes

This session will present the STATE OF MIOSHA including 2024 accomplishments and successes, significant cases, strategic goals, emphasis programs, and special initiatives. Plans for 2025 will also be disclosed.

The MIOSHA Training Institute (MTI) Graduate Recognition will be included in this session.

(Bart will probably end his session at 11:00 am to allow time for the recognition portion).

All employers in the cannabis industry, including those who cultivate, manufacture, distribute, sell, and test marijuana products must take steps to protect their employees from all health and safety hazards associated with their work.  Please join MIOSHA as they discuss the occupational safety and health hazards associated with the cannabis industry as well as solutions on how employees can be protected and remain safe.

This program has been an annual favorite at the conference with both safety and health violations being discussed. Three experienced CET consultants (health, general industry, and construction) will illustrate what enforcement and consultation employees are finding in the workplace that often lead to workplace injuries and illnesses. They will help unravel the mystery and explain the hazards behind the most cited 10 safety, 10 health, and 10 construction rules by MIOSHA in the past year. They will also offer tips and solutions to help employers and employees recognize and correct these hazards

Does it feel like there’s more stress and anxiety than there used to be? You’re not alone, more people than ever are feeling that way.  And work is one of the biggest causes.  We need to acknowledge the mental health issues that so many people experience.  Then we can develop strategies to help people, ranging from the mildly distressed to suicidal.  Moreover, we must improve the work environment to become healthier.  We spend a huge amount of our waking hours at work, so there is no better place to address these issues.

What is a Positive Safety Culture?  A positive safety culture is the collective attitudes, beliefs, and practices that employees and management share regarding workplace safety.  It encompasses the values and behaviors that prioritize safety in every aspect of work, ensuring that safety is integrated into daily operations and decision-making processes.  It is the foundation upon which safe work practices are built and sustained, embedding safety as a core value within the company’s operations and decision-making processes.  Safety in the workplace is not merely a set of rules and regulations; it’s a culture that permeates every aspect of an organization.  A positive safety culture is not just about avoiding accidents; it’s about fostering an environment where employees prioritize safety, well-being, and accountability.  Through strong collaboration, MIOSHA, companies, and the insurance industry can create a positive safety culture that empowers employees, reduces workplace risks, and enhances overall well-being and productivity.  In this panel discussion, we’ll explore the process and benefits of building a positive safety culture within a company.

This MIOSHA presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of fire prevention and the accident prevention plan requirements. Two experienced fire fighters who are also MIOSHA CET consultants (construction and general industry) will discuss employer requirements for construction sites regarding placement, amount, type of fire extinguishers needed, and their proper use. They will also explain the job-site requirements for fueling stations, requirements for fire prevention, sprinkler systems and emergency action plans.

This joint session will discuss the aspects of MIOSHA regulations in regard to the Transportation industry, specifically Part 72 (Automotive Service Operations) and commonly cited hazards identified as well as fatality and injuries routinely observed.

This MIOSHA presentation has been a well-attended session at past conferences with both occupational safety and construction safety fatalities being discussed.  Two experienced MIOSHA consultants (general industry and construction) will give an overview of what led to several safety and construction fatalities that occurred in the workplace in 2024.  They will also discuss the citations that were issued and provide suggestions to help employers and employees recognize and correct these serious hazards.

This presentation will provide an overview of two of MIOSHA’s cooperative programs:  Alliance and Partnerships.  The Cooperative Programs Specialist from MIOSHA’s Consultation Education and Training division will discuss the qualifications of each program, specific program requirements, what employers or organizations gain through participation and why MIOSHA offers these programs.  Participants will leave this presentation with a better understanding of these programs, the benefits, and if one may be the right fit for their company.