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Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month with Disability Awareness Activities
It’s time to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) with disability awareness activities. Let’s celebrate the contributions of workers... More →
Planning for an Emergency: Individuals with Disabilities
If you or anyone in your family is an individual with a disability, you may need additional assistance during a... More →
Planning for an Emergency: Individuals with Disabilities
If you or anyone in your family is an individual with a disability, you may need additional assistance during a... More →
Training Accessibility & Design: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Rehabilitation Act
Providing safety training online that is accessible to individuals with disabilities is a critical component of any online training program... More →
Bullying at Work: EEOC Won’t Take It Anymore
The term “workplace harassment” often conjures images of 1950s-style gender-based pestering where men made women feel uncomfortable and powerless through... More →
Helping Employees with Disabilities Advance in the Workplace
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives call for fairness for all employees including employees with disabilities in the workplace. One... More →
Do You Understand the Symptoms and Risks of Cardiovascular Disease?
We talk a lot on our blog about sudden cardiac arrest, but today let’s look at a broader topic in... More →
First Aid for Sprains: Do I Use Ice or Heat?
Sprains are injuries to ligaments that hold your joints together and often result in severe pain, swelling, and bruising. The... More →
First Aid for Sprains: Do I Use Ice or Heat?
Sprains are injuries to ligaments that hold your joints together and often result in severe pain, swelling, and bruising. The... More →
Protect Your Office Workers With Good Ergonomics
While working all day at a computer doesn’t expose employees to the types of serious hazards found on a construction... More →
CPR Training for Disabled Students
We were asked by a couple of different Instructors about CPR training for disabled students. Both of the students had... More →
Heart Month 2014 is Here and We Have Instructor Resources!
The opening paragraph of this year's American Heart Month Presidential Proclamation makes it clear that heart disease remains an ongoing... More →
Understanding Workers’ Compensation in 2 Minutes
True story... There was a company that was spending between $1.2—$1.4 million dollars each year on workers compensation costs, over... More →
STOP Discrimination and Harassment in the Workplace NOW!
Companies need senior management and HR to lead the way to prevent workplace discrimination and harassment. Discrimination quickly breeds a... More →
How To Adjust To Being Promoted In Your Department
Congratulations! You’ve worked hard at your job and now you’ve been rewarded with a promotion. After your initial excitement wears... More →
Considerations When Employees Go From Part-Time to Full-Time Work
As companies struggle to find qualified candidates, the best choice for an open position might be right under your... More →
Tips to Improve Work Performance When You Inherit an Underperforming Employee
Many supervisors and managers will find themselves in a situation where they inherit underperforming employees. Hopefully, these tips to improve... More →
Supervisor Safety Liability: 4 Common Exposures
The responsibilities and expectations placed on supervisors are enormous at times—production, workforce management, quality control, budgets, and of course safety... More →
A Comprehensive Guide to Anti-Harassment Training Programs
There is a dire need to establish and develop a cohesive anti-harassment program in the workplace, as harassment is both... More →
The Ins & Outs of an Effective Harassment Training Program: Consistency in Training by Using Online Training
What does an effective harassment training program really mean? The United States workforce has come a long way since the... 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 →
How to Get the Most Value Out of Your Off-the-Shelf Training Library
You’ve made your decision to license a full library of off-the-shelf training videos. You’ve assigned a few required courses for... More →
Marijuana in the Workplace: How to Craft an HR Policy That's Right for Your Company
It seems like every election cycle we see changes to state laws regarding the use of medical marijuana as well... More →
Guide to New Manager Training
Being promoted to your first management position is an exciting time in your career. It can also be intimidating... More →
How to Tell if Someone is a Good Fit for the Job
Managers play many roles, and that often includes the job of hiring. They are looking for the missing puzzle piece... More →
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10 Ways to Support Pregnant Employees: Know the Laws [+ More!]
It’s hard to fathom, that pregnancy discrimination still exists. Since the start of FY 2011, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity... More →
Workers’ Comp Math Made Easy
How do you measure the effectiveness of your workers’ comp program? The Loss Run A loss run is a basic... More →
How Many Safety Pros Do You Need to Hire?
One of the biggest challenges companies face today has to do with staffing. It’s completely natural, then, to wonder how... More →
No Motivation to Work: What Companies Can Do to Boost Employee Engagement and Productivity
No motivation to work is unfortunately the reality for 80% of employees worldwide! Meaning only 20% of employees worldwide feel... More →
Employee Wellbeing in 2023: 6 Ways to Support Your Employees
Employee wellbeing. Seriously think about it. What is the mental state of your employees? How do you know if they... More →
8 Red Flags of Disengaged Employees and Solutions to Re-Engage
Startling statistics show that 79% of the global workforce is made up of disengaged employees! According to a Gallup survey... More →
Highlights from ASSP Safety 2022: The Intersection of HR and Safety
Imagine a group of 5,000 people dedicated to the health and safety of employees gathering in one space. ASSP (American... More →
The Importance of Employee Financial Wellness Programs
Employee financial wellness, like physical wellness, is a topic that companies are finally beginning to address. Just as employees are... More →
10 Ways You Can Foster Better Compliance in the Workplace
When I tell people what I do and I mention compliance training, the typical response is a groan, an... More →
Understanding ADA Compliant Design Characteristics
Complying with ADA design standards not only benefits individuals with disabilities, but also enhances the overall design, functionality and value... More →
How to Prepare for Summer Power Outages
With record heat waves in many parts of the United States, summer power outages can quickly become dangerous. The threat... More →
How to Prepare for Summer Power Outages
With record heat waves in many parts of the United States, summer power outages can quickly become dangerous. The threat... More →
Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace
Ask any HR person or business owner, and they’ll tell you it’s hard to find good people. Nowadays, there are... More →
Embracing Workplace Diversity
Of all the challenges an HR department runs into, diversity tops the list as one of the most discussed and... More →
How to Prepare for a Winter Storm
There are many dangers associated with a winter storm, from car accidents to carbon monoxide poisoning to hypothermia and other... More →
Make Safety A Priority In 2021
The new year provides a chance for a fresh start, with new goals and new priorities. And with 2020 in... More →
How to Prepare for a Winter Storm
There are many dangers associated with a winter storm, from car accidents to carbon monoxide poisoning to hypothermia and other... More →
Make Safety A Priority In 2021
The new year provides a chance for a fresh start, with new goals and new priorities. And with 2020 in... More →
Spring Cleaning: Safety Edition
Spring cleaning is usually associated with clearing out closets, cleaning up the yard and giving your home a nice deep... More →
HSI and Parent Heart Watch Partner to Prevent Sudden Cardiac Death
Health & Safety Institute (HSI) and Parent Heart Watch (PHW) have partnered to offer HSI’s Remote Skills Verification (RSV) training... More →
Spring Cleaning: Safety Edition
Spring cleaning is usually associated with clearing out closets, cleaning up the yard and giving your home a nice deep... More →
Finding the Right Training Method for Your Team
In today's competitive business environment, it’s more important than ever to invest in employee training programs. But with so many... More →
Teach Your Child to Call 911
Children can learn to call 911 from a young age, potentially saving a life by getting help where it’s needed... More →
Teach Your Child to Call 911
Children can learn to call 911 from a young age, potentially saving a life by getting help where it’s needed... More →
10 Customer Service Best Practices for Customer Retention
In today’s economy, following customer service best practices is critical to retain customers. Companies are struggling to hire workers and... More →