Resources and Other Results:
Drug Testing in the Workplace and Medical Marijuana – the Controversy
Safety + Health Magazine took an in-depth look last summer at an issue that many safety professionals across the country... More →
Eye Protection
Each day, about 2000 U.S. workers have a job-related eye injury requiring medical treatment. Think about that for a moment... More →
Fraser Health - EHS Platform in Healthcare
A Canadian healthcare firm maintains safety protocols, meets accreditation needs, and enhances HR processes using HSI's flexible EHS platform. Fraser... More →
Safety Budget Worksheet
If you haven’t read the Safety Budget eBook that accompanies this worksheet, you can download here.Why All Organizations Need a... More →
NREMT & State Regulations
HSI offers hundreds of courses that meet NREMT recertification and refresher guidelines for emergency medical responders, EMTs, and paramedics. As... More →
Epinephrine Auto-Injector Use
A recent study reported that only 16% of epinephrine auto-injector users are using them correctly. Proper safety training is essential... More →
24-Hour Hotline
HSI’s 24-Hour Emergency Response Hotline allows you to access your safety data sheets (SDS) via email and to receive emergency... More →
Virtual CPR Training Services
CPR can be a lifesaver, and you never know when you might need to perform it. It is also a... More →
EMS Recertification in California
In the state of California, maintaining EMS certification is crucial to ensure the highest standards of pre-hospital care for EMTs... More →
Healthcare
Most active shooter incidents happen without warning and are over in 10 to 15 minutes or before help, such as... More →
Deadly Flu Season Continues
The current flu season is grabbing headlines at the regional and national level, as medical groups and hospitals continue to... More →
Practical Nonverbal Communication Tips
Candy Cane Neck. That is the name I have given to a future medical condition of our youth. This is... More →
Q & A: Formaldehyde (formalin) - 1910.1048
Question: “In regards to the formalin, in the medical clinic we occasionally use the formalin jars for specimens, would we... More →
How OSHA Inspectors Think: Respirator Fit Testing
Respirator Fit Testing Have employees been medically evaluated to ensure they are physiologically able to wear a respirator? 1910.134(e)(1) Commonly... More →
Train Your Organization with AVERT
AVERT teaches active shooter response and emergency stop the bleed skills once reserved for first responders, but now adapted for... More →
Becoming an AVERT Instructor
AVERT teaches active shooter response and emergency stop the bleed skills once reserved for first responders, but now adapted for... More →
Eye Safety Infographic
Are your workers following the best practices for keeping their eyes safe? Each day nearly 2,000 U.S. workers sustain a... More →
Upcoming Change for ASHI and California EMSA Approval
The following change in policy will affect those ASHI instructors and training centers teaching ASHI Pediatric to satisfy Emergency Medical... More →
Memorial Day Safety
For many Americans, Memorial Day Weekend is the official kickoff to summer vacation season. As you plan your fun for... More →
Lessons from a Life in Safety: #2
Do More With Less After 12 years working for OSHA, I left for the private sector. I had convinced a... 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 →
AVERT: The Importance of Emergency Bleeding Training
Bleeding isn’t always life-threatening. But when severe bleeding occurs, immediate responders can be the difference between life and death when... More →
How to Help Your Child Prepare for an Emergency
If an emergency or disaster strikes, does your child know what to do? Most types of disasters and medical emergencies... More →
Universal Waste Storage
Join HSI Chief Safety Officer Jill James as she visits environmental health and safety professionals in their workplaces to explore... 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 →
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 →
CAPCE & Advisory Board
HSI is a nationally accredited organization of CAPCE. As a CAPCE accredited organization, HSI offers both virtual and instructor-led courses... More →
How to Help Your Child Prepare for an Emergency
If an emergency or disaster strikes, does your child know what to do? Most types of disasters and medical emergencies... More →
How to Perform a First Aid Assessment
If an individual appears to be injured, it’s important to complete an assessment of the scene and the person. This... More →
New in the 24-7 EMS Library: Medrills Animated Courses
We’re proud to announce the addition of Medrills animated courses from ArchieMD to our 24-7 EMS library of first responder... 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 →
March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month (Infographic)
Are your workers following the best practices for keeping their eyes safe? According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety... More →
What is the Pediatric Chain of Survival?
The pediatric chain of survival outlines a series of steps and interventions designed to maximize the chances of saving 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 →
The Beginner's Guide to CPR and AED
Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the United States. It can often happen with little or no... More →
Active Shooter Response Training for Healthcare Video
Most active shooter incidents happen without warning and are over in 10 to 15 minutes or before help, such as... More →
How to Perform a First Aid Assessment
If an individual appears to be injured, it’s important to complete an assessment of the scene and the person. This... More →
Celebrate National EMS Week: 6 Ways to Say Thank You
National EMS Week is right around the corner. From May 15-21, 2022, communities across the United States will come together... More →
FAQ: Are MDs Exempt from OSHA Training Standards?
In conversation with customers, this question comes up often enough to be addressed, so I’m going into more detail here... 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 →
The Beginner's Guide to CPR and AED
Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the United States. It can often happen with little or no... More →
Q & A: How to Record & Report Injuries to Temp Employees
Question: “If we have a temporary employee (from temp agency), said employee was hurt on the job. Note: we supervise... More →
Ozone Safety
Join HSI Chief Safety Officer Jill James as she visits environmental health and safety professionals in their workplaces to explore... More →
Celebrate National EMS Week: 6 Ways to Say Thank You
National EMS Week is right around the corner. From May 15-21, 2022, communities across the United States will come together... More →
Sudden Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack: What's the Difference?
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month is right around the corner! So, let’s address one of the most common questions that... More →
Sudden Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack: What's the Difference?
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month is right around the corner! So, let’s address one of the most common questions that... More →
30 Tips for Hand and Power Tool Safety
More than one million people are hurt using hand and power tools every year, according to the Consumer Product Safety... More →