OSHA Injury Reporting Tips
It is that time of year again to report work-related injuries and illnesses to OSHA. Which form(s) need to be submitted, who is required to submit the form(s), and can this be done electronically? In this blog, I explain a few OSHA injury reporting tips. Which form needs to be submitted? OSHA forms include Form […]
Contractor Compliance Management: 4 Benefits
Contractor compliance management through companies like ISNetworld®, Avetta®, and Veriforce® has become commonplace in a variety of industries. These industries range from oil and gas to construction and even carpeting suppliers. Do you think contractor compliance management can be beneficial to your company and not just to the client? I can give you four reasons […]
Considerations for Returning to Work After COVID-19
I’m sure everyone can agree that COVID-19 has caused a major change in the world in a variety of ways. Many bad ways but some good ways also. For those who have tested positive for the virus and recovered, returning to work after COVID-19 comes with a few additional considerations. When should you return? What […]
What is Environmental, Social, Governance?
The term Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) has been popping up more and more in many industries under the “Safety” umbrella. But what is Environmental, Social, Governance, and what does it mean? I’ll explain my understanding of it. What is ESG? ESG is a term used for measuring a company’s social and environmental sustainability. This is […]
4 Tips for Winter Driving Safety
With new drivers entering the roadways each year, it’s always good to talk about driving safely in different weather conditions. Winter driving can be just as hazardous as driving in the rain. The United States Department of Transportation (US DOT) Federal Highway Administration reports that 1,836 people die and 136,309 people are injured every year […]
Basic Elements of a Behavior-Based Safety Program
Many companies in a variety of industries have adopted a Behavior Based Safety (BBS) Program. What is the point of a Behavior Based Safety Program? Ultimately, the goal is to change the safety culture within an organization to prevent injury and/or death. Each BBS program will be different depending on the type of work done […]
What incidents need to be reported to OSHA?
According to OSHA, OSHA was created “to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance”. How does reporting help “enforce standards,” and what incidents need to be reported to OSHA? How does OSHA enforce the standards they produce? By leveraging fines and […]
Working in Cold Weather Safely
Working in cold weather not only can be uncomfortable but also it can be deadly. Whether you live and work in the North or South, you may face the same cold weather dangers. The dangers of cold stress range from frostnip to hypothermia. There are several cold stress prevention techniques that can be followed to […]
What to do when a client requires a safety program that is not relevant
Companies that are required to use contractor compliance sites like ISN®, Veriforce®, and Avetta® know how tedious it can be to meet all of the requirements of these sites. Sometimes, issues are faced that prevent them from moving forward in meeting these demands. One of those issues is a requirement for a safety program that […]
4 Reasons Why Contractor Compliance is Necessary
Contractor compliance through companies like ISNetworld®, Avetta®, and Veriforce® has become commonplace in a variety of industries. These industries range from oil and gas to construction and even carpeting suppliers. Why has contractor compliance become such a big deal? I will explain four reasons here. Safety Culture The main goal of the contractor compliance sites […]