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The number of global regulations for EHS and quality practices is increasing every year, as are the penalties for noncompliance. The cost of failing to comply with regulations is high and can be measured in terms of money, brand damage, environmental damage, and human lives. Yet with regulatory compliance becoming increasingly complex—especially for organizations with international […]
From working at home to navigating the safety requirements of the pandemic workplace, workers around the world are experiencing disruption that is taking its toll on mental and physical health. As COVID-19 has demonstrated, the world can move quickly from business-as-usual to severe global disruption. Organizations therefore require expert guidance to navigate the tempestuous present […]
Arc flash is a dangerous reality for those who work in the electrical industries. Since arc flash incidents cannot be predicted, it’s important that workers wear personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times. This free whitepaper discusses how a layered system can protect workers while providing comfort and safety. Download now to learn more.
Organizations have always known that engaged employees are better for business. When someone is committed to their work and enthusiastic about their job, they’re much more likely to see their interests as aligned with the values and goals of their employer. In this eBook, we’ll discuss what organizations can do now to drive better EHS […]
In this whitepaper, Origami Risk explores the question “What contributes to the success of EHS professionals as they strive to advance safety culture and improve workplace safety?” Based on the primary interviews, secondary research, and the results of Origami’s EHS maturity assessment, we help EHS professionals get a glimpse into: Common challenges EHS professionals must […]
A hazard analysis employs various techniques to identify possible job or task-related risks before they occur. It involves analyzing every stakeholder or component for a particular task – the workers, the machines or tools, the working environment, and the task itself. The core objective of this practice is not just identifying existing hazards, but also […]
While we hope that fire extinguishers never have to be used, they still need to be inspected and maintained to ensure they are working properly in case an emergency occurs. In the Sure-Fire Guide to Fire Extinguisher Inspections, you will: Learn how often fire extinguishers should be inspected. Get a paper copy of KPA’s Monthly […]
Industry standards help set the foundation for a safety management system (SMS) that protects workers, but data gathering is the engine that drives it. The Intelex Insight Report “Safety Management Systems: Building a Foundation on Data,” explains what resources are available to help you create a system and identifies key SMS data-gathering components needed. Learn […]
Using the right tool to complete a task or project makes all the difference. For example, contractors wouldn’t use a drill to push in a nail, they’d use a hammer. The same holds true when it comes to general medical record documentation vs employee and occupational health recordkeeping. General healthcare practitioners focus their work on […]
Head protection has come a long way since the day of the “Hard-Boiled Hat” in the early 1920s. While significant advancements have been made over the past 100 years, the reality is that today’s job site requires multi-faceted protection designed to help protect workers from head injuries related to dropped objects as well as minor […]