To some organizations in America, safety is not just a concept but a way of life. If you are looking to step into 2017 with the resolution of bolstering your company’s safety approaches, look no further than taking a few key tips derived from some of the safest companies in America. Here is how you can improve safety in your workplace: 1) Comprehensive Training Programs- Companies such as the American Bridge Company believe in the importance of these training modules. ... [more]
If you are an employer, own a company, or occupy a high position within the labor-force, chances are that you have dealt with OSHA. OSHA has a plethora of requirements and regulations designed to make the workplace a safer place. But it’s very unlikely that you are aware of every single rule and regulation that is necessary in your particular industry. ... [more]
Food safety problems can occur anywhere on the supply chain, ranging from farming to distribution to cooking food at a restaurant. Because of this, proper food safety procedures and measures must be taken at all stages of food handling. With September being National Food Safety Education Month, we want to help you ensure your business is following safe and healthy food handling procedures. ... [more]
Double and triple digit temperatures, with or without humidity, cause all sorts of problems for humans and pets. Roofing, highway construction and agricultural are just a few industry examples across the northwest where outdoor workers are vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. ... [more]
The Fourth of July is the perfect time to relax and celebrate with friends and family, but given the risks posed by the use of fireworks and the hot, dry summer weather, it’s also an important day to remember essential fire safety tips. According to the National Fire Protection Association, there are more reported fires on the 4th of July than on any other day of the year, and fireworks account for 2 out of every 5 of those fires. If you’ll be using fireworks this Saturday, we’ve rounded up a few safety tips to keep in mind as you celebrate this Independence Day: ... [more]
As of today, Oregon has joined three other states--Alaska, Colorado, Washington--and Washington DC, to allow possession and cultivation of recreational marijuana. Sure, this may be a date of celebration for some, but many businesses and employers are left wondering how these changes might affect their options in implementing drug-testing policies. There may be confusion, but staying informed on state and federal marijuana laws will allow you to maintain a safe and productive workplace. ... [more]
To most safety professionals the process of assessing workplace risk involves hazard analysis: hazard identification, selection of controls, and audit to assure the controls are in place and adequate, etc. In fact, in the latest edition of On The Practice Of Safety, by Fred Manuelle, when I was scanning the index for “risk assessment” content it refers you to “hazard analysis”. So what’s the big deal and what does this have to do with human performance? ... [more]
Safety in the workplace is a critical concern for companies in all industries. No matter whether your team works in a office or at a construction site, knowledge of safety and first aid can save lives and improve working conditions. As a manager, it's your responsibility to make sure your team studies up on safety and is ready to take on challenges from fire situations to first aid emergencies. ... [more]
The construction industry is all around us, from the new housing development going in down the road to the swimming pool your neighbors have decided to put in; construction is everywhere. With construction comes many safety hazards and compliance regulations that need to be met, and whether you’re new on the job or a seasoned veteran of the construction industry, there is always a new thing or two you can learn or revisit. Safety It comes as a no brainer that construction can be a potentially dangerous job—it requires heavy lifting and the use of advanced machinery. ... [more]
Labor Day weekend is upon us, and that means school's back in session for most colleges. While this may not be true for all new college freshman, going away to school is typically the first time teens get to experience a new level of freedom. Having recently finished my freshman year of college and therefore able to speak from experience, I know this freedom can be great. ... [more]
