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Resource Center Frequently Asked Questions
ANSI Standards
AV Library
Where can I find copies of Oregon's workplace safety and health regulations? The OR-OSHA Resource Center distributes OR-OSHA regulations in print and on CD-ROM. The most current regulations are on the Rules and Compliance page Does OR-OSHA have publications about workplace safety and health? OR-OSHA publishes a variety of brochures, fact sheets, and guidebooks; find a complete list on the Publications page. The Oregon
Health and Safety Resource features news about OR-OSHA along with useful workplace safety and health tips. The Construction Depot newsletter focuses
on safe work practices in the construction industry. Both publications are available in the Resource Center. Does OR-OSHA have motivational posters that promote a safe and healthful workplace? "Hair today, gone tomorrow" (# 3363) cautions workers about the potential hazard of entanglement caused by unrestrained long hair. Where can I find out what abbreviations and acronymns used in OR-OSHA's publications and materials mean? Click here to see a list of abbreviations and acronyms. (pdf) What are "ANSI standards" and where do I find them? Consensus standards are developed by committees of experts from industry, labor, and government. These standards provide uniform methods for constructing, testing, using, maintaining, evaluating, or safeguarding a variety of products and services. The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is a non-profit agency that coordinates the United States' standardization activities, including the writing of consensus standards. ANSI does not write standards itself but rather facilitates and promotes the formation of consensus standards through other organizations. Government agencies such as OR-OSHA have frequently adopted ANSI standards by reference or rely on them during the standards writing process because of the broad input and knowledge that went into their development. They are also sometimes used as the criteria for the accepted standard of practice within a particular industry. For more information about ANSI or to buy standards, go to www.ansi.org. OR-OSHA maintains a library of referenced consensus standards in its Resource Center. The collection is available for public review Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., including the noon hour. The Resource Center is closed on state holidays. The Resource Center is located in the basement of the Labor and Industries Building at 350 Winter Street NE in Salem. Short-term parking is available on Winter Street NE. May I photocopy standards in the Resource Center collection? While copyright policy does not allow you to make photocopies of our standards, you are welcome to take notes. Do you sell standards? How much do standards cost? The Resource Center does not sell standards, but in most cases a standard can be purchased through its sponsor organization or a standards clearinghouse. The Resource Center Librarian can provide you with contact information for these groups. Standards range in price from about $50 to more than $100. What is the OR-OSHA AV Library? It is a comprehensive collection of workplace safety and health training materials available for loan to employers and workers in Oregon. It is a public service provided by the State of Oregon, Department
of Consumer and Business Services, Occupational Safety and Health Division (OR-OSHA.) Who may use the OR-OSHA AV Library? How do I obtain a borrower's account? Any employer or worker within the state of Oregon may use the AV Library. All borrowing privileges and loans are subject to the approval of the AV Librarian. I don't live in Oregon; may I use the AV Library? The AV Library does not loan its materials to borrowers outside the state of Oregon,
with the exception of OR-OSHA's copyright-free grant programs. Contact the AV Librarian for more information at (503) 947-7453.
How many titles do you have in the AV Library? Do you carry DVDs? The AV Library has more than 1,000 items in its collection. Although the majority of the collection is in VHS, we began adding DVDs in 2006. Check out our newest titles (pdf) or the complete catalog (pdf). How many items can I check out at one time? May I reserve my choices in advance? Borrowers may check out up to five titles at a time. Do you charge for rentals? What about a shipping charge? We do not charge a rental fee to use videotapes or DVDs from our collection. Borrowers are responsible only for paying return shipping costs. Prices for return shipping vary by carrier. What is a "traceable carrier?" A traceable carrier provides a tracking number"for each package in transit. Traceable carriers include UPS, FedEx, DHL, and USPS Priority Mail with Delivery Confirmation. When I use a traceable carrier to return my materials do I still need to insure the package? No. If a traceable carrier is used, no additional insurance is required. If you choose to insure your package, please request coverage of $500 per title. May I use USPS "book rate" or "media mail?" to return materials? What about the state shuttle system? No. Neither USPS "Book Rate" nor "Media Mail" meet the requirements for traceability or insurance. Please do not use "Book Rate" or "Media Mail" to return OR-OSHA materials. What sort of packaging should I use to return my videotape or DVD? Please return your material in a sturdy cardboard box. You can even use the box that the item was shipped in. Just turn the box inside out, add a mailing label, and take it to your local traceable
carrier (as described above.) May I return my materials in person? Do you have a drop box for returns? Borrowers are always welcome to return their materials in person, thereby avoiding the return shipping charge. Staff members are available to receive your returned materials, Monday through Friday,
8 a.m. to 5 p.m., including the noon hour. The Resource Center is closed on state holidays. May I check out materials in person? Yes, you may set up a borrower's account and check out materials in person. How long may I keep AV materials? Library materials are due back at the OR-OSHA Resource Center two weeks from the checkout date. May I keep a videotape/DVD past its due date? Do you charge fines for overdue materials? No, you may not keep an item past its due date. Videotapes and DVDs must be returned on time. If an item is lost or damaged while I have it checked out, am I responsible? As specified in the AV Library Agreement, the borrower is responsible for paying the full replacement cost of any items, including cases, lost or damaged during
the loan period. I really like a videotape/DVD that I borrowed. May I copy it? No, you may not copy AV Library materials, with the exception of OR-OSHA's copyright-free grant programs. Material that may be duplicated is clearly noted in the catalog with a letter "G," indicating
that it is a grant-funded production. I really like a videotape/DVD that I borrowed. How can I buy a copy? The AV Library does not sell videotapes or DVDs, but we can provide you with contact information for many of the companies that we have used. A list of those distributors, producers, and suppliers is also included in the Resource Center's AV Catalog. I got a video or DVD from the library and it didn't work. What should I do? We try to send out all videotapes and DVDs in good working condition but sometimes problems happen with our materials or your equipment. If an item borrowed from the AV Library appears to be damaged in any way, don't use it in your machine. How can I give you my comments about the AV Library, its services, and collection? Please tell us if an item did not meet your expectations. Your assistance helps us to pinpoint items that may need to be reviewed due to content, format, or condition. Also, please tell us if you felt a title was fantastic. We greatly appreciate hearing about "customer favorites!" I saw a great program at a training workshop but you don't have it in your collection. May I suggest this title as a possible purchase for the AV Library? Yes! We are always interested in hearing about new workplace safety and health materials. Many of the titles in our collection were initially brought to our attention by our customers. Will using AV Library materials satisfy OR-OSHA training requirements for my organization? Just viewing a videotape or DVD does not satisfy OR-OSHA training requirements in most cases. Library materials are intended primarily to assist and supplement training by a qualified instructor. |
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