National Electrical Safety Month promotes awareness about electrical safety at home and in the workplace. While electricity helps simplify our lives, it also poses serious risks, including shock and fire-related hazards. To reduce risks: NYCHA recently installed GFCI outlets in kitchens and bathrooms to prevent electrical hazards near water sources. NYCHA maintenance staff will test… MORE
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In recognition of National Electrical Safety Month, which is observed every May, NYCHA’s Environmental Health and Safety Department (EHS) would like to share the following safety tips for preventing electrical accidents and fires.
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On November 8, NYCHA presented its Annual Safety Symposium to recognize, educate, and promote current and future safety leaders across the city. Returning to a full educational symposium format for the first time since the COVID pandemic, the daylong event was held at the Johnson Community Center in East Harlem, where hundreds of NYCHA staff… MORE
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recognize the third week of October as National Lead Poisoning Awareness Week to educate the public about the dangers and potential health impacts of lead at home and in the workplace.
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Launched by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide event held every August that recognizes the successes of workplace health and safety programs and provides resources for keeping America’s workers safe. To commemorate Safe + Sound Week this year, NYCHA’s Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Department is highlighting… MORE
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National Window Safety Week, the first week in April every year, coincides with the arrival of spring, when people naturally want to open the windows and let in fresh air. Thousands of children fall from windows annually across the United States, so it’s important to learn about window safety and how you can keep your… MORE
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It’s National Poison Prevention Week, and NYCHA’s Environmental Health and Safety Department would like to provide the following poison prevention and safety tips to help you stay safe at work and at home. First, save the Poison Help number, 1-800-222-1222, in your phone and display it in your home and at work in case of emergency… MORE
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Every year, the American Burn Association recognizes the first full week in February as National Burn Awareness Week; this year’s theme focuses on the burns caused by flammable liquids. We live in a world where flammable and combustible liquids are common and used frequently – gasoline, rubbing alcohol, nail polish remover, lighter fluid, hand sanitizer,… MORE
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Every year, the National Safety Council and the National Elevator Safety Foundation recognize the third week of November as “Elevator Safety Week” to bring awareness to elevator safety. Elevators began revolutionizing daily life in the United States in the late 1800s, making it possible to build taller buildings in which many more people could safely… MORE
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Strategies for a Healthy Fall Fall can be an enjoyable time of the year, and it’s also a good time to be mindful of how you can maintain a healthy lifestyle. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recognizes September as “Fall Safety Awareness Month” – an opportunity to learn about strategies… MORE
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Launched by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide event held every August that recognizes the successes of workplace health and safety programs and provides resources for keeping America’s workers safe. In observance this year, NYCHA’s Environmental Health and Safety Department (EHS) would like to share the following… MORE
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Even though July has been designated UV Safety Month by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), sun safety is always in season! The sun is a natural source of ultraviolet (UV) radiation; while it can be beneficial, the sun can also cause health risks. NYCHA’s Environmental Health and Safety Department would like to… MORE
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recognizes the third week of May as “Heat Awareness Week.” Extreme heat is defined as outdoor temperatures that are much hotter and/or humid than average. Heat-related issues are preventable – NYCHA’s Environmental Health and Safety Department (EHS) would like to share the following safety tips for beating… MORE
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Happy New Year!
I hope this latest edition of the Environmental Health and Safety Department’s (EHS) newsletter finds you and your family well.
Because we all play a part in creating and maintaining a healthy and safe environment at NYCHA, EHS engages with residents, colleagues across the Authority, and the Federal Monitor to develop long-term solutions that address any environmental health and safety-related issues.
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Read the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Department’s Spring/Summer 2022 Newsletter, which features the Building Systems Safety Unit (BSSU).
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