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Training is the number one element in accident, incident, and illness avoidance. Check the articles here frequently for the latest and best tips on techniques, trends, programs and equipment. We offer explanations for group, one-one, or self-directed situations, in both general and specific work activities. Your training will be both easier and more effective if you do.
It’s late November and your employees may still be feeling sluggish after their Thanksgiving Day festivities! This may be the perfect time for wellness training to help your employees stay in shape as the days get shorter. Today’s Advisor gives you some fitness tips to pass along. Point out to your workers that it’s easy […]
Thanksgiving is always a good time for refresher wellness training. This year, why not give your employees the facts about the fat in turkey meat? Today’s Advisor gives you the numbers so you can talk turkey with your employees. There’s no denying that turkey is low in fat and high in protein. But the fat-to-protein […]
You may have good content for your training, but do you have good communication skills for your session? Today’s Advisor gives you 10 tips for better communication—and more effective training sessions. OSHA says you have to train employees in everything from using PPE to recognizing chemical hazards to taking emergency action. They tell you what […]
Yesterday, we presented BLR poll results on a variety of issues of importance to safety professionals. Today, we focus on poll results concerning one specific topic—employee training. How effective is your safety training? 61% Somewhat effective 29% Very effective 10% Not very effective at all How much of your training sessions involve hands on participation? […]
Do your employees know how to use PPE to protect themselves from corrosive hazards? You can use the basic information in today’s Advisor to address this subject. November is National Healthy Skin Month so you can use that as a hook for new or refresher training on protection from corrosive hazards—including skin protection. Instruct employees […]
As with any other piece of equipment, ladders should be inspected before each use to make sure that they are in good condition and safe to use. Here are some things employees should look for. All ladders should be inspected before each use. It doesn’t take long to check out a ladder to make sure […]
Working safely on a ladder depends on proper setup. Make sure your employees know the rules. To avoid ladder accidents, employees have to set up ladders correctly. Be sure to teach them these 10 ladder setup rules. Place the ladder on a firm, level surface, and check to make sure the ladder is stable. Use […]
Leaf removal is an annual chore that many of your workers need to accomplish at this time of year—and many of those workers may injure themselves or the environment while getting those leaves to leave. Take a few minutes to train them on how to do this chore safely. Colorful autumn leaves are lovely falling […]