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On episode 182 of EHS On Tap, Langdon Dement, Global EHS Specialist at Evotix, and Catryna Jackson, Sustainability and Environmental Programs Leader for Evotix, talk about using technology for sustainability and risk mitigation. This episode is sponsored by Evotix and was recorded live as part of EHS Daily Advisor’s Technology NOW online summit on November 8.
Electrical hazards are present in all kinds of industries, and working with electricity or near electrical equipment can often be very dangerous. According to OSHA, many workers are unaware of the potential electrical hazards present in their work environment, which increases their likelihood of getting electrocuted. Here’s what you need to know about electrical safety. Check […]
On this week’s episode of EHSDA Shorts, we hear from Louis Wustemann, writer and speaker on health, safety and sustainability issues, and Malcolm Staves, global vice president of health and safety at L’Oréal, about some examples of safety culture in media, specifically, the Star Wars saga. Tune in to hear their insights. Transcript (edited for clarity): […]
On episode 181 of EHS On Tap, Scott DeBow, Principal of Health/Safety & Environment for Avetta, talks about navigating worker management. This episode is sponsored by Avetta.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) construction industry fall protection standard was the agency’s most frequently cited standard for the 13th straight year, the agency announced October 24 at the National Safety Council’s (NSC) Safety Congress & Expo in New Orleans. Eric Harbin, OSHA’s Region 6 (Dallas) administrator, unveiled preliminary data for the agency’s […]
On this week’s episode of EHSDA Shorts, we hear from Jill Schaefer, director of content management at KPA, about some of the elements of a positive safety culture. Tune in to hear her insights. Transcript (edited for clarity): Question: What are some elements of a positive safety culture? Schaefer: So, at a glance, these are the […]
On episode 180 of EHS On Tap, Aaron Harroch, national hand safety program manager for Superior Glove, talks about the importance of hand safety. This episode is sponsored by Superior Glove.
While falls from height can sometimes be fatal, falls on the same level can lead to costly nonfatal injuries, resulting in several days away from work for injured workers and workers’ compensation claims for employers. In a safety talk handout, the National Safety Council (NSC) emphasizes the importance of workplace housekeeping in factories and manufacturing plants, […]
On this week’s episode of EHSDA Shorts, we hear from Tiffany Castagano, CEO & Founder of CEPHR LLC, about how practicing emotional intelligence contributes to building a better safety culture. Tune in to hear her insights. Transcript (edited for clarity): Question: How does practicing emotional intelligence contribute to building a better safety culture? Castagano: When we […]
On episode 179 of EHS On Tap, Dan Corcoran, academic program director for Columbia Southern University’s occupational safety and health and environmental management programs, talks about CSU’s new Doctor of Occupational Safety and Health program. This episode is sponsored by Columbia Southern University.