Mar 31, 2023
Layoffs, restructuring, and reduction-in-force efforts are happening across the market in multiple industries. As growing concerns about a recession increase, businesses are pulling their purse strings tighter and making difficult decisions about who stays and who goes — but could this cost companies in the long run? Human Resource departments have historically been the face of termination, res
Mar 31, 2023
Exposure to hazardous chemicals in the workplace can’t be taken lightly. In the least serious cases, it can lead to mild irritation or discomfort. In the most severe situations, it can cause long-term health problems, disabilities, and even fatalities. It’s crucial for employers to implement strict safety protocols and educate their workers on the risks and proper handling of hazardous su
Mar 17, 2023
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that a whopping 32 million employees across the United States are possibly exposed to at least one chemical hazard. Additionally, hundreds of new chemical hazards are being introduced into the workforce every year, increasing the number of employees facing potential exposure.
This means that a staggering number of businesses are r
Mar 17, 2023
The COVID-19 pandemic required employees across many industries to adjust to what was referred to as “the new normal” — a phrase often paired with “unprecedented times.” These phrases became embedded into our conversations with colleagues as workplaces radically and permanently shifted. Many companies required on-site employees to stay distanced when possible, or eliminated in-person int
Mar 17, 2023
Getting and maintaining the interest of potential new hires is essential to the success of your company. If you want the business to grow, thrive, and adapt easily to change, you need to find the talent that perfectly fits the company’s goals. This is essential for improving an employer brand.
In the current job market, this is easier said than done. Job hunters know they have options and ar
Mar 02, 2023
Introduction: Create an effective emergency response plan.
According to OSHA, A poorly prepared emergency response plan may result in a disorganized evacuation or emergency response, resulting in confusion, injury, illness or property damage. Emergencies can take place at any time, anywhere, including the workplace. Being adequately prepared to handle an emergency in the workplace is paramount and
Jan 19, 2023
Introduction: Prevent OSHA Citations in 2023
Everyone deserves to feel safe at work. This isn’t really something that’s a nice to have. It’s nice to have a vending machine in the breakroom. Safety at work is a necessity, not an option. Congress passed the Occupational Safety and Health act in 1970 creating the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The role of OSHA is to ensur
Feb 03, 2022
Today, many thanks to technological advances, many employers and educational institutions are making the shift to online safety training. While some employers have already embraced online safety training, many organizations are still having reservations about making the switch. Some companies offer a hybrid option, which does open up a ton of opportunities.
If you are one of those individuals or o
Jan 21, 2022
Hazardous chemicals are found in more than 7 million workplaces and over 55 million employees handle, use or work around these potentially harmful substances throughout the U.S.
While these substances are essential to many work processes in a variety of industries, they can also be very dangerous.
Exposure to these chemicals can cause effects ranging from mild skin irritations to serious health pr
Jan 11, 2022
Each fiscal year, The Occupational Safety and Health Administration announces their Top 10 most frequently cited workplace safety standards that can cause injuries and or death in construction and general industry jobs.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 4,764 fatal work injuries recorded in the United States in 2020, which was a 10.7% decrease from 5,333 in 2019. Ad
