Aerial Devices and Elevating Equipment

• Aerial Devices - Vehicle-Mounted Elevating & Rotating Work Platforms (PDF). Through the OSHA and Altec Alliance, Altec developed "Aerial Devices - Vehicle-Mounted Elevating & Rotating Work Platforms." The pamphlet provides information in English and Spanish to help employers inform their employees about the hazards with working on aerial devices and identifies guidelines for employees to follow. (2008, January; Spanish Translation 2008, August)
• Aerial Equipment - Electrical Hazards (PDF). Through the OSHA and Altec Alliance, Altec developed "Aerial Equipment - Electrical Hazards." The pamphlet provides information in English and Spanish to help employers inform their employees about the electrical hazards associated with working on aerial devices and identifies guidelines for employees to follow. (2008, January; Spanish Translation 2008, August)
• Operator Training for Aerial Equipment (PDF). Through the OSHA and Altec Alliance, Altec developed "Operator Training for Aerial Equipment - General Training Guidance." The pamphlet provides information in English and Spanish to help employers identify the training recommended for employees on the inspection and operation of aerial equipment. (2008, January; Spanish Translation 2008, August)

Ammonia Safety

• Ammonia Safety Poster: Emergency Action Plans English (PDF) and Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and GCCA Alliance, GCCA developed a poster on ammonia safety focusing on emergency action plans. (2012, March; Spanish translation 2013, May)
• Ammonia Safety Poster: Identifying Ammonia Leaks English (PDF) and Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and GCCA Alliance, GCCA developed a poster to help identify ammonia leaks. (2011, March; Spanish translation 2012, January)
• Ammonia Safety Poster: OSHA National Emphasis Program (NEP) - Chemical Facilities (PDF). Through the OSHA and GCCA Alliance, GCCA developed a poster focusing on the key things a PSM covered chemical facility needs to know about the OSHA NEP. (2012, July)
• Ammonia Safety Poster: Personal Protective Equipment for Refrigeration and Maintenance Technicians (PDF). Through the OSHA and GCCA Alliance, GCCA developed a poster focusing on personal protective equipment for refrigeration and maintenance technicians, including examples of protective wear. (2013, May)
• OSHA National Emphasis Program (NEP) - PSM Covered Chemical Facilities: Documentation Checklist (PDF). Through the OSHA and GCCA Alliance, GCCA developed a documentation checklist focusing on PSM covered chemical facilities, which includes items addressing compliance audits, hazard analyses, and equipment inspection. (2013, May)

Automotive Service and Repair

• Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) Battery Handling and Safety Online Training Course. Through the OSHA and Coordinating Committee for Automotive Repair (CCAR) Alliance, CCAR created at online training course addressing the safe handling of Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) batteries. The course may be accessed for free by registering here.
• Personal Protective Equipment: General Recommendations for Automotive Refinishing Coating Applications. (PDF) (2018, March). Through the OSHA Alliance Program, the American Chemistry Council's Aliphatic Diisocyanates Panel developed an infographic that provides personal protective equipment recommendations for the automotive refinish market.
• Poster: Electric Vehicle (EV) Runaway Reaction. (PDF). Through the OSHA and Coordinating Committee for Auto Repair (CCAR) Alliance, CCAR developed this poster to provides information to automotive repair industry workers on the safe handling of potentially compromised EVs. (2023, October)
• Quick Card: Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-Powered Vehicles - Automotive Repair Industry (PDF). Through the OSHA and Coordinating Committee for Auto Repair (CCAR) Alliance, CCAR developed the "Quick Card: CNG-Powered Vehicles - Automotive Repair Industry." The Quick Card provides information to workers in the automotive repair industry on the basic safety requirements before working on CNG vehicles. (2010, February).
• Quick Card: Hexavalent Chromium - Automotive Collision Repair Industry (PDF). Through the OSHA and Coordinating Committee for Auto Repair (CCAR) Alliance, CCAR developed the "Quick Card: Hexavalent Chromium - Automotive Collision Repair Industry." The Quick Card provides employees in the automotive collision repair industry with precautions that must be taken when refinishing motor vehicle parts. (2009, January).

Biological Safety

• General Microbiology Fact Sheet (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Biological Safety Association (ABSA) Alliance, ABSA developed a fact sheet providing laboratory workers with a reference tool for the most common diseases including information on transmission, signs and symptoms, and incubation period as well as a micrograph visual aid. (2010, December).
• Principles of Biosafety Fact Sheet (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Biological Safety Association (ABSA) Alliance, ABSA developed a fact sheet providing laboratory workers with safety information through twelve valuable rules of biosafety. (2008, April).
• Principles of Good Microbiological Practice Fact Sheet (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Biological Safety Association (ABSA) Alliance, ABSA developed a fact sheet providing laboratory workers with a reference tool on the proper handling and safety procedures for working with infectious agents or materials. (2011, May).
• Select Agent Diseases Fact Sheet (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Biological Safety Association (ABSA) Alliance, ABSA developed a fact sheet providing laboratory workers with a reference tool that includes the symptoms, transmission, and treatment for some of the most commonly encountered pathogens or biological toxins that are federally regulated and have the potential to pose a severe threat to public health and safety. (2008, July).
• Zoonotic Diseases Fact Sheet (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Biological Safety Association (ABSA) Alliance, ABSA developed a fact sheet providing laboratory workers with a reference tool that includes the symptoms, transmission, and treatment for some of the most commonly encountered diseases that are generally found in animals but can be spread to humans. (2008, July).

Chemical Exposures

• See also Ammonia Safety, Healthcare, Hexavalent Chromium, Isocyanates.

Cold Stress

• Best Practice for Cold Weather Awareness (PDF). Through the OSHA and the American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a document that provides employees in the industry with information on safe practices and standards for working in cold temperatures, including cold injury risk factors and warning signs. The document also includes measures that employers should take to protect workers from cold stress. (2016, March)

Cranes and Hoists

• Best Practices
  • Overhead Lifting Best Practices Guide. Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed best practices for guidance for owners, users, designers, purchasers, specifiers, and others who may be involved in material handling and supply chain logistics. (2022, January). 
• Brochures
  • Platform Use for Cranes Under 1926.1431: Trial Lift/Proof Test English/Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and Altec Alliance, Altec developed a brochure that provides guidance for conducting trial lifts and proof tests. (2019, March).
• Fact Sheets
  • Fact Sheet No. 1: Proper Inspection and Maintenance of Overhead Cranes and Hoists English (PDF) and Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a fact sheet addressing issues associated with inspection and maintenance of overhead cranes and hoists, including information on standards, reference manuals, and safety tips for the application and operation of overhead material handling equipment. (2006, September; Spanish translation 2010, July).
  • Fact Sheet No. 2: Hoists, Cranes, Pullers - Safety & Warning Labels and Test Certification English (PDF) and Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a fact sheet addressing issues associated with safety and warning labels test certification, including information concerning items that operators and inspectors need to know when purchasing, installing or using hoist, crane and puller equipment. (2006, September; Spanish translation 2010, March).
  • Fact Sheet No. 3: Proper Inspection of Wire Rope Used on Hoists (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a fact sheet addressing issues associated with the inspection of wire ropes used on hoists, including information to determine if a wire rope is damaged and should be replaced. (2011, June).
  • Fact Sheet No. 4: Radio Controls Can Enhance Safety and Productivity (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a fact sheet addressing issues associated with radio controls improving safety and productivity when used with overhead cranes. (2012, December).
  • Fact Sheet No. 5: Crane Components That Can Improve Safety, Reliability, and Maintenance (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed fact sheet addressing crane components that can improve safety, reliability, and maintenance, including horns, warning/crane lights, and walkways. (2012, December).
• Flowcharts
  • Crane Assembly & Disassembly - Around Power Lines Flowchart English/Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and Altec Alliance, Altec developed a flowchart to help employers comply with OSHA's requirements for assembly and disassembly of cranes around power lines. (2012, April; Spanish translation, 2013 September).
  • Crane Operation Around Power Lines Flowchart English/Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and Altec Alliance, Altec developed a flowchart to help employers comply with OSHA's requirements for crane operation around power lines. (2012, April; Spanish translation, 2013 September).
• Safety Tips Cards
  • Overhead Crane Safety Tips Card: General Tips (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips card addressing issues associated with overhead crane safety, including general safety tips for overhead crane operators. (2010, September).
  • Overhead Crane Safety Tips Card: Before Each Shift (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips card addressing issues associated with overhead crane safety, including tips for overhead crane operators to follow before each shift or before the crane is used each shift. (2010, September).
  • Overhead Crane Safety Tips Card: Before Operating the Crane and Applying the Load (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips card addressing issues associated with overhead crane safety, including tips for overhead crane operators to follow before operating cranes and applying loads. (2010, September).
  • Overhead Crane Safety Tips Card: Operating the Crane and Moving the Load (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips card addressing issues associated with overhead crane safety, including tips for crane operators to follow while operating a crane and moving loads, (2010, September).
  • Overhead Crane Safety Tips Card: Parking the Load (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips card addressing issues associated with overhead crane safety, including tips for overhead crane operators to follow before parking the load. (2010, September).
  • Overhead Crane Safety Tips Card: Fall Protection for Overhead Crane Operators and Service Providers (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips card addressing issues associated with overhead crane safety, including tips for overhead crane operators to follow to prevent falls. (2010, September).
• Safety Tips Sheets
  • Safety Tips Sheet No. 1: Proper Use of Hand Signals for Cab-Controlled Cranes English (PDF) and Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tip sheet addressing issues associated with the use of hand signals for cab-controlled cranes, including information regarding nine industry standard hand signals that are used for communication between the operator in the crane cab and the floor person. (2006, September; Spanish translation 2012, August).
  • Safety Tips Sheet No. 2: Pre-Operational Equipment Check of Cranes and Hoists English (PDF) and Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips sheet addressing issues associated with safe crane operation, including information on a pre-operational equipment checklist for cranes and hoists. (2006, September; Spanish translation 2012, August).
  • Safety Tips Sheet No. 3: Safe Lifting Practices English (PDF) and Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips sheet addressing issues associated with safe lifting practices, including information for workers moving loads of material. (2006, September; Spanish translation 2010, March).
  • Safety Tips Sheet No. 4: Hoist Operation English (PDF) and Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips sheet addressing issues associated with hoist operation, including information on what an operator should and should not do while operating a hoist. (2006, September; Spanish translation 2012, August).
  • Safety Tips Sheet No. 5: Employee Guidelines for Safe Carrying and Transporting Loads (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips sheet providing workers with guidelines on the safe carrying and transporting of loads. (2008, May).
  • Safety Tips Sheet No. 6: Management Guidelines for Safe Carrying and Transporting of Loads (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips sheet that provides employers with information on the safe carrying and transporting of loads. (2008, May).
  • Safety Tips Sheet No. 7: Hazard Evaluation Checklist for Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, or Pulling (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips sheet providing workers with a checklist to help identify hazards when moving loads of material. (2008, May).
  • Safety Tips Sheet No. 8: Alternatives to Manual Handling of Individual Containers (PDF). Through the Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips sheet providing workers with information regarding alternatives to manual handling of containers. (2008, May).
  • Safety Tips Sheet No. 9: When and Why to Use Overhead Lifting as Opposed to Manual Lifting (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips sheet providing workers with information on when to use overhead lifting opposed to manual lifting techniques. (2009, December).
  • Safety Tips Sheet No. 10: 4 Ways Cranes and Monorails Can Improve Ergonomics (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety tips sheet providing workers with information on ways cranes and monorails can improve ergonomics. (2009, December).
  • Safety Sheet No. 12: Hoist/Trolley Control - Contactor vs. Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety sheet providing workers with information on the differences between contractor and VFD hoist/trolley controls. (2015, April).
  • Safety Sheet No. 13: General Safety Guidance for Lever Hoists (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety sheet providing workers with information on the safe operation of lever hoists. (2015, April).
  • Safety Sheet No. 14 : Workstation Crane and Patented Track Systems Inspection (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety sheet providing workers with information on inspecting workstation cranes and patented track systems. (2015, April).
  • Safety Sheet No. 15: Overhead Manual Chain Hoist (PDF). Through the OSHA and Crane, Hoist and Monorail Alliance, the Alliance participants developed a safety sheet providing workers with information on the safe operation of overhead manual chain hoists. (2015, April).

Demolition

• Considerations for the Demolition of Power Plants. Through the OSHA and National Demolition Association Alliance, NDA developed guidance to help owners, contractors, local authorities, and engineers assess risks when preparing for and conducting power plant demolition work. (2023, September).
• Demolition Notifications in Residential Areas: Guidelines for Signage and Door Hanger Use. Through the OSHA and National Demolition Association Alliance, NDA developed template door hangers and lawn signs and usage guidance to protect workers and the general public in residential communities where demolition is occurring.
  • Door Hanger Template
  • Lawn Sign Template
• Pre-Apprenticeship Guidelines For New Industry Employees (PDF). Through the OSHA and NDA Alliance, NDA developed general guidelines for employers onboarding new demolition industry employees. (2024, December)

Designing For Safety

• Construction Workplace Design Solutions. Through the Alliance Program Construction Roundtable, participants developed a series of Construction Workplace Design Solution documents on fall hazards:
  • Falls From Floor Openings (PDF) (2010, May, updated 2013, July)
  • Falls from Ladders (PDF) (2013, July)
  • Falls From Non-Moving Vehicles (PDF) (2010, May, updated 2013, July)
  • Industrial Large Duct (PDF) (2013, July)
  • Roof Anchors (PDF) (2013, July)
  • Roof Hatch Access and Hole Protection (PDF) (2010, May, updated 2013, July)
  • Scaffolds (PDF) (2013, July)
  • Specify Non-Fragile Skylights and/or Skylight Guards (PDF) (2010, May, updated 2013, July)
  • Specify Sufficient Wall Height to Allow Parapets to Function as Fall Prevention (PDF) (2010, May, updated 2013, July)
  • Structural Steel--Beams and Columns (PDF) (2013, July)
  • Structural Steel--Construction Loads (PDF) (2013, July)
• Designing for Construction Safety Short Course (PPT). Through the OSHA Alliance Program Construction Roundtable, the participants developed a Designing for Construction Safety Short Course that is intended to provide employers, contractors, owners, design/build firms, engineers, architects, and others with information on how to recognize and anticipate construction hazards, and how to eliminate those hazards with well thought out construction design features. The course, which includes an Instructor and Participant guide, looks at methods to identify and evaluate construction site hazards, as well as examines the hierarchy of controls to select the best design feature to either eliminate the hazard or reduce the risk of injury, particularly in the prevention of falls from height.
• Design for Construction Safety 2-4 Hour Course PowerPoint® presentation (PPT). Through the Roundtable's Design for Safety Workgroup, a PowerPoint® presentation, "Design for Construction Safety 2-4 Hour Course," was developed. The course is based on the Design for Construction Safety 2-4 Hour Course slide presentation and provides technical information for those that are interested in learning more about Designing for Safety. The presentation, updated with more case studies from June 2008, is also located in the "Design for Construction Safety 2-4 Hour Course Presentation" section on the Design for Construction Safety Web site.

Electrical Safety

• NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Presentation (PDF). Through the OSHA and Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) Alliance, IEC developed a presentation to provide the electrical industry with information about electrical safety practices and procedures. (2007, August; updated 2013, July).
• Quick Tips for Identifying Counterfeit Marks (PDF). Developed through the OSHA and ACIL Alliance, the Quick Tips provides information on how to identify counterfeit marks and products in the workplace. (2006, September).
• White Paper: The Threat of Counterfeit Product Approval Marks Warrants Aggressive Detection and Enforcement Action (PDF). Developed through the OSHA and ACIL Alliance, the White Paper provides information to help safety and health professionals and the public understand the dangers of products with counterfeit marks. (2006, September).

Elevator Safety and Health

• Elevator Industry 10-Hour General Industry Training Resources. Through the OSHA and Elevator Industry Safety Partners, the Alliance participants developed a set of training presentations with industry-specific information for OSHA 10-hour General Industry training. (2023, March).
• Elevator Industry 10-Hour Construction Industry Training Resources. Through the OSHA and Elevator Industry Safety Partners, the Alliance participants developed a set of training presentations with industry-specific information for OSHA 10-hour Construction Industry training. (2023, March).
• Elevator Industry 30-Hour General Industry Training Resources. Through the OSHA and Elevator Industry Safety Partners, the Alliance participants developed a set of training presentations with industry-specific information for OSHA 30-hour General Industry training. (2023, March).
• Elevator Industry 30-Hour Construction Industry Training Resources. Through the OSHA and Elevator Industry Safety Partners, the Alliance participants developed a set of training presentations with industry-specific information for OSHA 30-hour Construction Industry training. (2023, March).
• New Hire Orientation Training: Instructor Guide and Training Resources on 24 topics. Through the OSHA and Elevator Industry Safety Partners, the Alliance participants developed a new hire orientation training materials and an instructor guide. (March 2025).
• Safety Practice: Electrical Safe Work Practices (PDF). Through the Elevator Industry Safety Partners (EISP) Alliance, the EISP developed this document to provide information on hoisting and rigging practices for those involved in elevator and other conveyance installation, inspection, servicing, and maintenance. (2024, May)
• Safety Practice: Fall Protection in Construction (PDF). Through the Elevator Industry Safety Partners (EISP) Alliance, the EISP developed this document to provide information about OSHA requirements and criteria to protect employees who are exposed to fall hazards in construction workplaces in elevator and other conveyance industry. (2026, July)
• Safety Practice: Hazardous Energy – Lockout/Tagout (LOTO). (PDF). Through the Elevator Industry Safety Partners (EISP) Alliance, the EISP developed this document to provide information on the control of such hazardous energy for those involved in elevator and other conveyance servicing and maintenance. (2026, May)
• Safety Practice: Hoisting and Rigging Best Practice (PDF). Through the Elevator Industry Safety Partners (EISP) Alliance, the EISP developed this document to provide information on hoisting and rigging practices for those involved in elevator and other conveyance installation, inspection, servicing, and maintenance. (2024, May)
• Safety Practice: Proper Use of Jumpers (PDF). Through the Elevator Industry Safety Partners (EISP) Alliance, the EISP developed this document to provide information on the proper use of jumpers during construction, inspection, servicing, and maintenance of elevators and other conveyances. (2024, May)

Ergonomics

• Beyond Getting Started: A Resource Guide for Implementing a Safe Patient Handling Program in the Acute Care Setting (PDF). Through the OSHA and Association of Occupational Health Professionals (AOHP) Alliance, AOHP developed a guide that addresses patient handling with the goal of providing the necessary tools for the occupational health professional to implement a safe patient handling program. (2006, June; updated 2011, November; updated 2014; April).
• Ergonomic Guidelines for Common Job Function Within the Telecommunications Industry (PDF). Through the OSHA and National Telecommunications Safety Panel (NTSP) Alliance, NTSP developed "Ergonomic Guidelines for Common Job Functions Within the Telecommunications Industry." The Guidelines provide information to help telecommunications industry employees prevent ergonomic injuries. (2004, March; updated 2007, November).
• Laptop Computers (PDF). Through the OSHA and National Telecommunications Safety Panel (NTSP) Alliance, NTSP developed "Laptop Computers." The document provides information to help employees prevent ergonomic injuries when using laptop computers. (2007, November).
• Office Lighting Fact Sheet (PDF). Through the OSHA and National Telecommunications Safety Panel (NTSP) Alliance, NTSP developed "Office Lighting Fact Sheet." The fact sheet explains the relationship between office lighting and ergonomics. (2009, October).
• Prevention of Strains, Sprains, and Material Handling Injuries in Construction (PPSX) and (PDF). Through the Alliance Program Construction Roundtable, participants developed a slide presentation on the prevention of strains, sprains, and material handling injuries in construction. (2010, July).
• Retail Store Ergonomics Fact Sheet (PDF). Through the OSHA and National Telecommunications Safety Panel (NTSP) Alliance, NTSP developed "Retail Sales Ergonomics Fact Sheet." This Fact Sheet highlights potential cumulative trauma disorder risk factors and provides practical solutions for improving health and comfort for wireless retail associates. (2010, May).
• Shoveling Fact Sheet (PDF). Through the OSHA and National Telecommunications Safety Panel (NTSP) Alliance, NTSP developed "Shoveling Fact Sheet." The fact sheet provides ergonomic tips and suggestions for safe shoveling. (2010, March).
• Sprains and Strains Prevention Toolbox Safety Talk (PDF). Through the Alliance Program Construction Roundtable, participants developed a toolbox talk on the prevention of sprains and strains in construction. (2010, July).
• Strains, Sprains and Material Handling Safety Tips for Employers (PDF). Through the Alliance Program Construction Roundtable, participants developed safety tips sheets for employers and workers focusing on the reduction of strains and sprains in the construction industry. (2011, February).

Excavation and Trenching

• Best Practices Fact Sheets
  • Best Practices Working in Confined Spaces During Construction (PDF). APCA developed a best practice fact sheet addressing issues associated with confined spaces including definition of confined spaces, definition of permit required spaces, responsibilities, and training requirements. (2017, May).
  • Backhoe Operation Best Practices for Supervisory Personnel and Operators English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a fact sheet addressing issues associated with the operation of backhoe equipment such as pre- and post-operation procedures and safe operation considerations. (2008, February; Spanish Translation 2009, March).
  • Dozer Operation Best Practices for Supervisory Personnel and Operators English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a fact sheet addressing issues associated with the operation of dozer equipment such as pre- and post-operation procedures and safe operation considerations. (2008, February; Spanish Translation 2009, March).
  • Excavation and Trenching Best Practices for Operators English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a fact sheet addressing issues associated with excavation and trenching activities such as worksite preparation, personal protective equipment, and collapse prevention. (2008, February; Spanish Translation 2009, March).
  • Excavation and Trenching Best Practices for Supervisory Personnel English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a fact sheet addressing issues associated with supervision of workers who are engaged in excavation and trenching activities such as worksite preparation, personal protective equipment, and collapse prevention. (2008, February; Spanish Translation 2009, March).
  • Excavator Operation Best Practices for Supervisory Personnel, Operators, and Workers English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a fact sheet addressing issues associated with the operation of excavation equipment such as pre- and post-operation procedures, safe operation considerations, and supervisory recommendations. (2008, February; Spanish Translation 2009, March).
  • Horizontal Directional Drilling Best Practices for Operators English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA a fact sheet addressing issues associated with the operation of horizontal directional drilling equipment such as pre- and post-operation procedures and safe operation considerations. (2008, February; Spanish Translation 2009, March).
  • Horizontal Directional Drilling Best Practices for Supervisory Personnel English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA a fact sheet addressing issues associated with supervision of workers who are engaged in the operation of horizontal directional drilling equipment such as pre- and post-operation procedures and safe operation considerations. (2008, February; Spanish Translation 2009, March).
  • Locating Underground Lines English (PDF) Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a fact sheet addressing issues associated with locating and identifying underground pipelines/utilities before beginning an excavation. (2012, July; Spanish Translation March 2013).
  • Pressure Testing Best Practices for Personnel Conducting the Test English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a fact sheet addressing issues associated with pressure testing activities such as pre-test preparation, connection hazards, and worker protection. (2008, February; Spanish Translation 2009, March).
  • Pressure Testing Best Practices for Supervisory Personnel English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a fact sheet addressing issues associated with the supervision of workers who are engaged in pressure testing activities such as pre-test planning, leak testing, and test medium disposal. (2008, February; Spanish Translation 2009, March).
  • Sideboom Operation Best Practices for Supervisory Personnel, Operators, and Workers English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a fact sheet addressing issues associated with the operation of sideboom equipment such as understanding sideboom operational/equipment requirements and safe operation considerations. (2008, February; Spanish Translation 2009, March).
  • Telehandler Operation – For Supervisory Personnel and Operators (English) (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a best practices fact sheet for supervisory personnel and operators addressing pre-operation, operation, and post operation of telehandlers. (2014, September). The fact sheet is also available in Spanish (PDF) as an APCA product, which was developed outside of the Alliance Program. (Spanish translation 2016, May).
  • Transporting and Handling of Pipe (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a best practices fact sheet for workers focusing on the transporting and handling of pipelines. (2015, May).
  • Vacuum Lift Systems Best Practices (English) (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a best practices fact sheet, which provides best practice guidelines for personnel during pre-operation, operation, and post operation of vacuum lifts. (2015, September). The fact sheet is also available in Spanish (PDF) as an APCA product, which was developed outside of the Alliance Program. (Spanish translation 2016, May).
• Safety Cards
  • Practice Trench Safety. It Saves Lives. English (PDF) and Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training Alliance, CPWR developed an infographic focusing on trench safety, including recommended precautions to protect workers. (2018, November).
• Toolbox Safety Talks. Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed the following toolbox talks for employers and workers:
  • Working with Silica (PDF). APCA developed a toolbox talk for workers focusing on the hazards related to silica. (2017, April). The toolbox talk covers requirements of the final rule for construction employers and was adapted for this industry from a toolbox talk developed by the Sealant Waterproofing and Restoration Institute.
  • Distracted Driving English (PDF) Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a toolbox talk on distracted driving, including the types of distractions and common distractions, such as texting. (2012, September).
  • Tool Box Safety Topic: Bloodborne Pathogens English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a toolbox talk addressing issues associated with bloodborne pathogens such as personal protective equipment, cleaning and sanitizing the workplace, and waste handling. (2009, December; Spanish Translation 2010, December).
  • Tool Box Safety Topic: Electrical Safety English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a toolbox talk addressing issues associated with electrical safety such as the most frequent causes of electrical injuries and ground fault protection. (2009, December; Spanish Translation 2012, October).
  • Tool Box Safety Topic: Excavation and Trenching English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a toolbox talk addressing issues associated with excavation and trenching activities such as cave in hazards, competent person, and occupied excavation. (2009, October; Spanish Translation 2012, October).
  • Tool Box Safety Topic: Hazard Communication English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a toolbox talk addressing hazard communication issues such as hazardous materials written programs, material safety data sheets, respirators, and hazardous materials identification systems. (2009, October; Revised 2013, February; Spanish Translation September, 2013).
  • Tool Box Safety Topic: Personal Protective Equipment English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a toolbox talk addressing personal protective equipment issues such as eye protection, foot protection, and hearing protection. (2009, October; Spanish Translation 2011, February).
  • Tool Box Safety Topic: Respiratory Protection English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a toolbox talk addressing issues associated with respiratory protection such respiratory protection written programs and respirator use. (2009, October; Spanish Translation 2011, February).
  • Tool Box Safety Topic: The Spotter English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a toolbox talk addressing issues associated with the use of spotters such as when to use a spotter, equipment operator and spotter responsibilities, and hand signals. (2010, July; Spanish Translation 2012, October).
  • Tool Box Safety Topic: Working Around Heavy Equipment (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a toolbox talk addressing issues associated with working in the "Danger Zone" around heavy equipment such as blind spots, rotating machinery, overhead hazards, and swing radius. (2010, December).
  • Tool Box Safety Topic: Working in Close Proximity to Overhead Powerlines (English) (PDF). Through the OSHA and American Pipeline Contractors Association (APCA) Alliance, APCA developed a toolbox talk on the hazards related to working close to overhead power lines. (2010, December). This Tool Box Safety Topic is also available in Spanish (PDF) as an APCA product, which was developed outside of the Alliance Program. (Spanish translation 2016, May).

Fall Protection

• Dropped Objects Prevention & Risk Awareness (PDF). Through the OSHA and ISEA Alliance, the organizations developed this toolbox talk regarding the securing of tools and materials at heights as it is crucial in preventing injuries and accidents. (June 2025).
• Fall Protection English (PDF), Spanish (PDF). Through the OSHA Alliance Program Construction Roundtable Fall Protection Workgroup, the Sealant Waterproofing and Restoration Institute developed a slide presentation on fall protection issues in the construction industry, including fall protection systems. (2007, June; Spanish translation 2009, April).
• Prevention of Fall Fatalities and Injuries in Construction English (PPT), Spanish (PPT). Through the Construction Roundtable, representatives from construction-related Alliances developed "Prevention of Fall Fatalities and Injuries in Construction." The slide presentation focuses on the top causes of falls in the construction industry and provides fall prevention guidance for design engineers, contractors and workers. (2008, October).

Fireworks Safety

• Fireworks Safety, Display Operators (PDF). This poster is a product of the OSHA/APA Alliance.
• Fireworks Safety, Retail Fireworks Sales (PDF). This poster is a product of the OSHA/APA Alliance.

Forging Industry

• Help Prevent Eye Injuries Tips Sheet (PDF). Through the OSHA and Forging Industry Association (FIA) Alliance, FIA developed "Help Prevent Eye Injuries Tips Sheet." The Tips Sheet identifies activities and tasks in the forging industry that may cause an eye injury and provides information on how to help prevent eye injuries. (2008, March).
• Help Prevent Hand Lacerations Tips Sheet (PDF). Through the OSHA and Forging Industry Association (FIA) Alliance, FIA developed "Help Prevent Hand Lacerations Tips Sheet." The Tips Sheet addresses reducing the risk of hand lacerations in the forging industry. (2008, March).
• Reduce the Risk of Back Injuries Tips Sheet (PDF). Through the OSHA and Forging Industry Association (FIA) Alliance, FIA developed "Reduce the Risk of Back Injuries Tips Sheet." The Tips Sheet provides information on reducing the risk of back injuries in the forging industry. (2008, March).

General Industry

• Office Lighting Fact Sheet (PDF). Through the OSHA and National Telecommunications Safety Panel (NTSP) Alliance, NTSP developed "Office Lighting Fact Sheet." The fact sheet explains the relationship between office lighting and ergonomics. (2009, October).
• QuickTips. Through the OSHA and American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) Alliance, AIHA developed one-page Quick Tips for occupational health and safety professionals to use for at-a-glance information on specific hazards. The following QuickTips include hazard descriptions, methods of control, and resources for additional information.
  • For Job Health and Safety on Confined Space Entry (PDF). (2008, September).
  • For Job Health and Safety on Electron Microscopes (PDF). (2008, September).
  • For Job Health and Safety on Hazardous Drugs in Health Care (PDF). (2013, September).
  • For Job Health and Safety on Introduction of New Chemicals into the Workplace (PDF). (2007, January).
  • For Job Health and Safety on Lab Glove Selection (PDF). (2007, January).
  • For Job Health and Safety on Laboratory Ergonomics (PDF). (2007, January).
  • For Job Health and Safety on Noise (PDF). (2007, January).
• Through the OSHA and NTSP Alliance, NTSP developed the following success stories that highlight successful safety and health programs or best practices that the association's member companies have implemented in their workplaces that have led to positive results, including a reduction of work-related injuries.
  • Asset Distribution Facility (PDF).
  • Dual Monitors (PDF).
  • Ladders (PDF).
• Warehouses: Monthly Workplace Safety and Health Self-Inspection (PDF). Through the OSHA and International Warehouse Logistics Association (IWLA)/Warehouse Education Research Council Alliance, IWLA developed a checklist; Warehouses: Monthly Workplace Safety and Health Self-Inspection. The document is intended to help focus attention on the equipment, and commodities at a typical warehouse operation and the most common activities associated with materials handling and storage. (2007, October 26).

Hazard Communication

Through the OSHA and Society for Chemical Hazard Communication (SCHC) Alliance, SCHC developed the following Information Sheets regarding Hazard Communication Standard (HCS 2012) requirements:

• Acute Toxicity – Dermal (PDF) (Updated September 2025).
• Acute Oral Toxicity (2018, May)
• Acute Toxicity Inhalation (2018, May)
• Aspiration Hazard (2017, March; updated 2020, November).
• Carcinogenicity (PDF). (Updated September 2025).
• Corrosive to Metal (PDF). (2015, February; updated 2016, January).
• Explosives. (PDF). (2016, April).