8 Safety Metrics to Start Tracking Today
As technology improves and has become the norm throughout our daily lives, companies within all different industries are relying more and more on hard data to drive business and personnel decisions. One important area where data can prove extremely helpful is health and safety. Utilizing safety metrics in general makes sense for any company. We […]
Are You Prepared for Spring Safety Hazards?
Spring of 2021 officially began on March 20, but at that time, much of the country was still dealing with chilly weather. In fact, many people don’t consider spring to have fully arrived until April. But as we welcome the warmer weather, employers must also be aware of dangers that are possible on their job […]
Bridging the Gap Between HR and Safety
Perhaps more than any other department, human resources can cover the widest scope of job activities within a company. And there are quite literally hundreds of job titles that can fall under the HR umbrella, with countless more possible based on specific needs. No matter which titles are used, the HR department is generally responsible for administering employee benefits and managing […]
Your Guide to OSHA Recordkeeping and Reporting
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, commonly known as OSHA, formed April 28, 1971, under the U.S. Department of Labor “to assure safe and healthy working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance.” Since enforcement is part of OSHA’s mission, they regularly conduct workplace inspections, often […]
Holiday Tips: How to Combat Overexertion
In 2019, as in each of the two years prior, overexertion accounted for more than 31% of all occupational injuries involving days away from work. But what exactly does overexertion mean? What kind of injuries does that include and how can you work more safely? What is Overexertion? Many specific injuries can fall under this category, but […]
4 Easy Steps to Successful Incident Management
While so much of the occupational health and safety (OHS) industry these days is about being proactive and recognizing — and then hopefully eliminating — hazards before they can even become an issue, accidents do still happen. And when they do, everyone needs to be prepared. This means understanding what needs to be reported, how, and to whom. Complete […]
7 Reasons You Should Be Holding Toolbox Talks in Your Canadian Workplace
Depending on your industry, you may already be familiar with the concept of a toolbox talk, although there are many different names people may use, such as tailgate briefings, tailgate meetings, safety time-outs, crew briefings, safety moments or safety talks. However, no matter what you know them as, their goal is the same: provide a quick meeting, […]
7 Reasons You Should Be Holding Toolbox Talks
Depending on your industry, you may already be familiar with the concept of a toolbox talk, although there are many different names people may use, such as tailgate briefings, tailgate meetings, safety time-outs, crew briefings, safety moments or safety talks. However, no matter what you know them as, their goal is the same: provide a quick meeting, […]
How to Select the Right Training Software for Your Company
Conducting employee training is among the most important things any organization can do. New employees need to train on processes and procedures that may be unfamiliar, while all employees must stay up to date on regulations. As any corporate trainer can tell you, gone are the days of packing large groups into a conference room for long, monotonous training […]
Is Your Higher Education Safety Program Ready for 2021?
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many colleges and universities are struggling with the decision to open their campuses. Some are starting with online-only classes for a few weeks, while others don’t expect to return to traditional classroom learning until the fall semester. This “down time” when fewer staff and faculty members are physically working on campus is a perfect time for safety and […]
