Resources and Other Results:
Slips, Trips and Falls: Winter Edition
In fact, winter season slip and fall claims doubled over the previous year, to account for 29 percent of all... More →
Slips, Trips, & Falls Checklist
Prevention of Slips, Trips, and Falls is major point of emphasis for employers across a wide range of industrial classifications... More →
Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls in the Workplace
Each year, a slip, trip, or fall is the cause of roughly 1 in 6 workplace fatalities, in addition to... More →
Reducing Tripping Hazards
Sprains, fractures, bruises, or worse, are real risks posed by tripping hazards. These incidents can be avoided completely with the... More →
Winter Road Safety Tips
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death in... More →
Winter Driving Safety
Winter driving can be hazardous, especially in regions where seasonal snow and ice are known to significantly impact travel. Let... More →
Q & A: Walking-Working Surfaces Final Rule
Question: “What are the new training requirements in 1910.30? I don't understand who I'm supposed to train and what I'm... More →
Top Pain Points for Safety Professionals
On a weekly basis, we speak to a lot of safety, quality, and environment professionals all looking to solve various... More →
What is safety actually worth?
The absence of safe working conditions can create significant additional costs. For example, there are fixed, direct costs related to... More →
Make It a Safe Halloween in Your Community
Before you send your little ghouls and goblins out on Halloween night, be sure they’re prepared for a safe and... More →
Special Work Conditions and Safe Material Handling for Electrical Workers
Electric utility work is among the most dangerous types of jobs. Every year, 13,000 electrical workers are injured so severely... More →
OSHA and Worker Safety in Hospitals
Many of our emergency care instructors are based in the broader healthcare field, especially in hospital settings, and today’s blog... More →
Distracted Walking Injuries at Home and in the Workplace
Called a “significant safety threat” by the National Safety Council, distracted walking is a topic that has been coming up... More →
Manufacturing Safety: Learning from Expensive Lessons in American Industry
An examination of recent OSHA violations at three American manufacturing facilities, with recommendations for improving safety conditions in your organization... More →
Recent BLS Figures on Workplace Fatalities
The Bureau of Labor Statistics posted new data in December regarding deaths from on-the-job injuries for 2016. According to a... More →
Preventing Injuries During the Holiday Season
The months of November through January are filled with festive holidays. Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and New Year celebrations provide... More →
Why Tech Businesses Need to Care About Worker Safety
You know what? You’re right. The risk of occupational injuries and illnesses is lower in the tech industry, statistically speaking... More →
Working In And Around Water
Join HSI Chief Safety Officer Jill James as she visits environmental health and safety professionals in their workplaces to explore... More →
Office Safety Training for Employees
When was the last time you said, “be careful!” to a coworker as you bid goodbye or left a meeting... More →
Prepare Your Workers for Winter Driving
With icy roads, cold temperatures, and snow affecting driving conditions, stop those winter driving woes and make sure you and... More →
HSI June 2023 Newsletter
Your monthly digest of EHS, Compliance, and Professional Development resources & news for you and your business, with something for everyone.... More →
Costumes and Carving — Keep It Safe This Halloween
Halloween is a favorite holiday for many children, but it’s one that can make Mom and Dad a little nervous... More →
Electric Utility Grounding: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You
Electric workers, especially lineman, use grounding systems on a regular basis as a protective measure against electric shock. Many electric... More →
Risk Management Smarts: Retail Safety Skills Training
Retail safety skills training is not only necessary for the well-being of employees, but it’s also smart risk management. According... More →
State of Safety Report Grades States on Preventable Deaths and Accidents
In late June, the National Safety Council published its annual report that reviews and ranks the efforts states make in... More →
National Safety Month, a Reminder That Safety Should Always Come First
June marks the time of year that the National Safety Council celebrates National Safety Month 2014 to bring attention to... More →
The Mary Poppins Effect on Safety Training
I’m a salesperson with a fancy title that tries to make me seem less sales-ey. All day, every day, I... More →
Expecting the Unexpected: Resources for Springtime Weather Emergencies
TORNADO SEASON IS HERE, ARE YOU PREPARED? Spring is upon us, giving us all more opportunities for outdoor activities, but... More →
Stand Down for Fall Safety
Preventing falls is a top priority for any construction worksite. Frequently claiming the top spot on OSHA’s top 10 safety... More →
How-To: Supporting Safety & The 4 Questions for Return On Investment (ROI)
We believe you shouldn’t have to ‘sell safety’, and assume that occupational safety and health are the foremost priorities for... More →
Workplace Safety Training Videos
Our safety training video courses for employees help you meet training requirements and teach your employees how to avoid on-the-job... More →
Warehouse Safety
There are many types of warehouses, each with their own unique purpose, from distribution centers or dropship facilities to cold... More →
Stairway Safety
Join HSI Chief Safety Officer Jill James as she visits environmental health and safety professionals in their workplaces to explore... More →
Tips to Avoid Distracted Driving
When you hear the words “unsafe driving,” you likely think of speeding or drunk driving. But distracted driving results in... More →
Safety Training Tips for Home and Work
One of the things I love about what I do is knowing that the training HSI provides not only helps... More →
Tips to Improve the RFP Process for Employee Training Partners
We frequently receive invitations to participate in the RFP process for employee training partners and eLearning services. It’s good to... More →
What Makes a Good Incentive Plan?
Employees are paid a salary and benefits for doing their job. Incentives are designed for incremental effort and stretch goals... More →
The Role of HR in Safety and Compliance
To date, there are 180 federal laws that mandate what companies must do to ensure the health and safety of... More →
Mitigating Warehouse Safety Hazards During High Demand
In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of warehouse employees — reaching more than 1.... More →
OSHA's Leading Indicators
*Note: This content is republished from OSHA’s 2019 publication Using Leading Indicators to Improve Safety and Health Outcomes found here... More →
Is Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Recession-Proof?
While the length and severity are debated, many economists believe we will see a recession in the next few months... More →
OSHA’s Required Training Frequencies
OSHA Required Training for Most Workplaces EMERGENCY RESPONSE OSHA REQUIRED: YES OSHA REGULATION: 1917; 1910.35 – 1019.38; 1926.159 This is... More →
4 Reasons to Have Training for Risk Management
Why spend time and money on ongoing training for risk management? The answers are quite simple, but many! To save... More →
Why Is Management Buy-in Essential for Workplace Health and Safety?
For many of the world's leading organizations, health and safety is a core value that shapes every business decision. For... More →
Empower Your Employees with Crisis Management Training
Crisis management training should not be limited to crisis planning, disaster readiness, or risk management teams. A crisis can hit... More →
How to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed at Work: Understand Stress and Burnout
These days feeling overwhelmed at work also means feeling overwhelmed at home. Many of us are still working remotely... More →
Tips for Creating a Cybersecurity Training Program
Cybersecurity training as an extension of your safety training We talk about creating a safe work environment for our employees... More →
Tips for Selling EHS Internally to Your CFO
The approach you take when selling to different levels of management can look quite different. Safety professionals want to hear... More →
Tips for Making On-the-Job Training Successful
Throughout our working careers, we are all bound to have a range of encounters with On-the-Job Training (OJT). In some... More →