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Let’s move away from one-sided online safety training

April 30, 2021

As teams grow in complexity and diversity, many employers are searching for more effective training methods to meet the realities and expectations of the modern workforce.

Let’s clear up confusion about definitions in NFPA 70E training requirements

Jay Smith

April 30, 2021

NFPA 70E® training protects employees from electrical hazards in the workplace. Training is required for both “qualified persons” and “non-qualified persons.” However, many facility managers and line supervisors are uncertain or confused by these definitions.

The nuts and bolts of storing materials properly

Mark H. Stromme

April 29, 2021

Companies store materials in various ways. But no matter how they’re stored, you must make sure these materials don’t create a hazard for employees.

5 topics to cover during daily briefings for utility workers

Restoring power is risky business

Karen Hamel

April 29, 2021

Restoring power typically means sending out crews, often in extreme weather conditions. It may also require coordinating assistance from other utility providers through mutual aid agreements.

7 tips for your powered industrial truck training program

Zach Pucillo

April 22, 2021

Powered industrial trucks are used daily across the United States. They make the impossible task of moving heavy equipment possible. When used correctly, they are great tools, but they can cause severe chaos on a worksite in the hands of untrained personnel.

How to avoid load dock injury in the warehouse

Emily Newton

April 22, 2021

The combination of large vehicles, heavy machinery, uneven terrain and large loads make the loading dock dangerous for warehouse workers of all kinds. Dockworkers, truck drivers and employees that work elsewhere in the facility must exercise caution when in this area.

Donning and doffing best practices

Protect your employees from inadvertently taking home toxins

Dan Bowen

February 8, 2021

COVID-19 cases are on the rise in many areas of the United States, so it’s a good time to evaluate your PPE protocol to help ensure workers are properly protected on the job and not bringing potential toxins home with them.

ASSP education events focus on compliance and standards

January 22, 2021

Occupational safety and health professionals have two upcoming opportunities to learn about compliance and standards at live virtual events offered by the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP). The Compliance Event takes place Jan. 26 while the ANSI/ASSP Standards Event is set for Jan. 27.

KPA acquires iScout to accelerate mobile EHS software adoption

January 15, 2021

KPA, a leading provider of Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) compliance solutions, announced the acquisition of iScout, a provider of flexible, intuitive EHS software designed for small and mid-sized organizations.