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WSHP Safety and health training

Each employer is responsible for providing a safe workplace. This page contains sample and template training presentations to support safety and health programs.

Massachusetts Webinar Schedule

Date: Wednesday May 13, 2026

Time: 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Topic: DLS Safety Inspections: Trenching and Excavation Inspections

Link: https://eolwdma.webex.com/eolwdma/j.php?MTID=m7c22c4585875a4bf2f2269a891d58244

Webinar #: 2339 697 0173  Password: DLSSafety2026 (35772338 from phones and video systems)

Agenda: This webinar will discuss the findings from recent safety inspections involving trenching and excavation operations in the public sector.

You will learn about the following:

  • Overview of a recent fatal incident in the private sector in November 2025.
  • Recent inspections involving trenching and excavation operations and corrective actions that WSHP required.
  • Limitations on inflatable shoring device

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Date:    Tuesday June 9, 2026

Time: 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Topic: DLS Safety Inspections – Preventing Heat Stress in Public Sector Employees

Link: https://eolwdma.webex.com/eolwdma/j.php?MTID=ma798da5394816c509fdd4bacb1b5474c

Webinar #: 2339 500 1118  Password: DLSSafety2026 (35772338 from phones)

Agenda: Due to warmer weather arriving, this webinar will discuss the topic of heat stress.

You will learn:

  • Sources and symptoms of heat-related stress.
  • Strategies to prevent heat stress at work.

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Department of Industrial Accidents' Safety Training Grant

The DIA offers a workplace safety training grant, available to both private and public sector employers. 

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