One thing that should be known is that most companies these days are doing their safety training “in-house”. This essentially means internal safety training is delivered either by a full-time, or contractor, safety or EHS manager using DVDs, USB or online safety videos, or by a Learning Management System loaded with specific courses that the …
We’ve all driven through roadway work zones, where orange cones, flashing lights, and workers in high-visibility vests signal that improvements are underway. While these zones are crucial for maintaining and improving our roads, they also pose risks for both workers and drivers. Understanding how to navigate these areas safely is essential for everyone’s safety. Why …
It’s a warm day, and the whole neighborhood that was cooped up inside all winter has suddenly come alive. The once cold, barren streets now have children playing on lawns, teens engaged in lawn games and parents doing outdoor chores. You get a faint, smoky scent of someone grilling with every warm breeze that passes over your …
Workplace violence is a serious issue that can have far-reaching consequences, both physically and emotionally. With increasing concerns about safety, it’s crucial for businesses to have a Violence Action Plan in place. Here’s why enforcing such plans is not just a good idea but a necessary step toward protecting employees and maintaining a safe work …
When we talk about the cost of a worker’s life, we often think in terms of money—medical bills, insurance payouts, lost productivity. But the real cost goes so much deeper than that. It’s about more than just the bottom line; it’s about the people who keep your business running, the families who depend on them, …
Whether if it’s a cat in the tree or an alien life-form looking to destroy Earth, superheroes in film and on television are constantly putting themselves in harms way to save the day. Some have super powers like strength, or the ability to fly, but some are just normal with fancy suits and armor. No …
As if U.S. worker’s aren’t already plagued by stress, NIOSH conducted a study using data published by the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine back in December that suggests that 1 in 5 U.S. workers are either obese or are lacking sleep. When broken down, NIOSH reports that more than 20 percent of workers are obese, …
A “near miss” refers to the few harrowing seconds during an accident in which someone narrowly escapes being seriously injured or killed. A near miss can be extremely scary, but they often serve the purpose of teaching lessons about a hidden safety risk. Reporting and investigating a near-miss through a thorough accident investigation allows us …
When it comes to safety and ergonomics in the workplace, the goal isn’t just to tick some boxes and call it a day. It’s about creating practices that stick—long-term solutions that keep your team safe, healthy, and productive over the years. But how do you build a sustainable safety and ergonomics program that really works? …
