Education Connection

 
Considerations for Safely Reopening Schools
Discussions have begun for how to resume school operations amidst the pandemic. Our new Risk Simplified provides a variety of risk controls listed in order of effectiveness to assist our members as they explore suitable control measures based on their capabilities, budget constraints, and risk tolerance. Use it in conjunction with new Cal/OSHA guidance for office workspaces.
Upcoming Webcast by the Eyres Law Group
Join us May 20th at 9 a.m. for a live webcast presented by Patti Eyres to explore the legal, policy, and practical considerations for returning to the workplace during COVID-19 pandemic. Register today!
Heat Illness Prevention
Food service workers are normally not required to complete outdoor heat illness training, but due to COVID-19 some tasks have moved outside. Prevent heat illness for anyone working outdoors this year with training available in TargetSolutions and PRISMtv. Also, avoid these common mistakes when implementing the Cal/OSHA heat illness prevention standard.
New Title IX Regulations
The U.S. Department of Education issued new Title IX regulations. Read the key provisions and update your policy accordingly.
Preventing School Violence: BJA’s STOP School Violence Program
A grant to prevent school violence is available through the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). The closing date to apply is June 9 and funds may be used for a variety of school safety initiatives including security guard training, anonymous reporting systems, threat assessment teams, and a variety of other violence prevention measures. To apply, visit the BJA website.
 

Resources

COVID-19 Resources
• PRISM Training Calendar
• School Liability Handbook
PRISMtv
• Partner Programs
• Risk Simplified Archive
• Best Practices Library

In Other News...

 Breaking News on COVID-19 and Workers’ Compensation Laws in California 
• Comprehensive School Suicide Prevention in a Time of Distance Learning
• Lozano Smith Client Newsbriefs 
• Navigating COVID-19: A Legal Guide for California Employers
Partner Program Spotlight
PRISM has partnered with Occumetric to provide physical abilities testing. Using proprietary equipment and software, Occumetric tests an applicant’s ability to bend, push, pull, and carry loads. Contact PRISM for additional information.