Resources and Other Results:
The Limits of the Zone — Protective Grounding Principles
Personal Protective Grounding (PPG) is the most hotly debated safety procedure in the electric utility industry, but acknowledged as a... More →
Protecting Against the Top 5 Utility Line Worker Hazards
Electrical utility line work is dangerous, and there are many hazards that come along with this type of work. Electrical... More →
Online Safety Training: What Customers Say They Want, But Don’t Have (and where to find it)
One recent survey of customer’s across the online training industry revealed a wish list of specific training desires, course titles... More →
3 Things Linemen Can Do To Avoid Musculoskeletal Disorders
It’s not uncommon for lineworkers to experience back and knee pain, especially later in life after they’ve been working for... More →
HSI October Newsletter
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HSI October Newsletter
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Understanding the Proposed IBR Scope Expansion
To no one’s surprise, the big tent of reliability regulations is expanding to include more invertor based resources, or IBR... More →
From Novice to Expert: Creating High-performing Employees at Every Level
Today, more and more companies realize the importance and value of well-trained employees through an effective training program. Besides its... More →
Meet the Evolution of Safety: Pillar
Safety is broken. Everyone knows this. Old-school safety isn't getting it done, yet safety remains undervalued for far too many... More →
Summertime Eye Safety – Save Your Sight From Bright Lights and Glare
Your eyes are your windows to exploring the life around you… so it’s best not take them for granted. According... More →
Radiation Safety for Electric Utility Workers
Radiation has the ability to cook your skin and internal organs. If that’s not scary enough, you can’t see, hear... 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 →
Ladder Safety For Electric Utilities
For the most part, safety training in the utility industry follows the same standards for ladder safety as the general... More →
Health & Safety Institute Joins Waud Capital Family
September 3, 2019 —Eugene, OR—The Health & Safety Institute (HSI) today announces the closing of its acquisition by Waud Capital... More →
Hand Safety in the Workplace
Human hands are versatile and amazing tools. It’s easy to take them for granted, and that can be a dangerous... More →
Employee Safety Training
I had the question asked of me one day, “When should a company provide the OSHA required safety training?” I... More →
Health & Safety Institute Acquires SOS Intl, Llc.
Eugene, Ore. – October 6, 2020 – Health & Safety Institute (HSI), a recognized leader in Environmental, Health and Safety... More →
Aerial Lift Safety
In this safety training tip, we're discussing Aerial Lift Safety. Aerial lifts are vehicle-mounted, boom-supported aerial platforms, such as bucket... More →
Buyer’s Guide: Online Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Management
The market for safety data sheet (SDS) management is highly competitive. When it comes time to choose, you’ll likely have... More →
HSI Offers New Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Online Platform
HSI Learning Systems has entered the online Safety Data Sheet (SDS) marketplace, with HSI SDS Online. HSI Learning Systems is... More →
True Stories in Safety Training
In 2011, OSHA fined a company in Illinois called AMD Industries. OSHA fined them $1.2 million dollars. Some of the... More →
Pay Attention to Electrical Safety and Check Out HSI's New NFPA 70e Program
Pay Attention to Electrical Safety and Check out Summit’s NEW NFPA 70E Program Electricity is such a common part of... More →
May is National Electrical Safety Month
Are your employees following the best safety practices for working with electricity? Electrical injuries can be serious or even fatal... More →
Why ESG is Important in the Utility Industry
Let’s look at what Environmental Social Governance (ESG) is and how it’s implemented. ESG was first mentioned in a United... More →
Don’t Forget the Human Element of Your Safety Program
As the landscape of construction, manufacturing, and utility sectors evolves, this eBook underscores the importance of whole-person safety in addressing... More →
AZ Electrical District 3 Employs Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) Management Platform
Pinal County Electrical District No. 3 (ED3), a utility in Maricopa, Arizona, includes two organizations – an electrical provider and... More →
Personal Protective Equipment For Electric Utilities
Safety training and Personal protective equipment (PPE) go hand and hand. PPE can help mitigate dangers, and reduce the severity... More →
Arc Flash Protection
Join HSI Chief Safety Officer Jill James as she visits environmental health and safety professionals in their workplaces to explore... More →
Arc Flash Labeling
Join HSI's Chief Safety Officer Jill James as she visits environmental health and safety professionals in their workplaces to explore... More →
Trenching & Excavation for Electric Utilities
Trenching & Excavation safety procedures are usually taught during safety training, but this video can help you to brush up... More →
Ergonomics
Ergonomics. We’ve all heard that word before in a meeting or in safety training, but what does it actually mean... More →
Qualified Electric Worker (QEW)
OHSA’s qualified electric worker (QEW) standards can be confusing whether you’re a manufacturing facility, construction site, or utility. Many people... More →
Answers From The Expert
Q Who is this? A My name is Jill. I work for HSI Learning Systems as Chief Safety Officer. We... More →
Audits are a Good Thing
I never realized the benefits of an audit until later in my career. Audits have commonly been looked on as... More →
All About OSHA's "Focus Four" Construction Hazards
In the construction industry, certain hazards are present every day on the job site. To better understand and avoid these... More →
Emergency Response: What To Do When Disaster Strikes
It seems not a week goes by without another report of a natural disaster or act of mass violence. Shootings... More →
What to do in the event of Downed Power Lines (Video)
Would you know what to do in a downed power line or utility wire situation? The experts at Puget Sound... 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 →
Resources to Help You Avoid OSHA’s Top 10 Most-Cited Violations
OSHA’s list of the top 10 most frequently cited violations hasn’t changed much in the past years. But, according to... More →
What’s the difference between an unqualified and a qualified electric worker?
OSHA and the NFPA have specific definitions for a qualified electric worker – basically, someone who is trained and knowledgeable... More →
Texas Winter Weather Recommendations
In 2012, Quanta Technology developed a Weather Emergency Preparedness Report for the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT). The report... More →
Customize Your LMS to Drive Learning Engagement
All learning management systems are not created equal. Some simply act as a utility delivering a stark environment for... More →
HSI March Newsletter
Your monthly digest of EHS, Compliance, and Professional Development resources & news for you and your business, with something for everyone.... More →
Hospitality
The hospitality industry is faced with unique challenges. Labor shortages and employee turnover are causing many hotels to limit housekeeping... More →
Municipalities
The quality of life in communities across the globe rely on your expertise, technical skills and professional designations. We understand... 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 →
HSI April Newsletter
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2021 In Review
As we reach the end of 2021, let’s take a look back at the key events that impacted our industry... More →
HSI February 2023 Newsletter
Your monthly digest of EHS, Compliance, and Professional Development resources & news for you and your business, with something for everyone.... More →
Compare HSI with Litmos
Debating between using HSI and Litmos? At HSI, we want to help you with the decision to source your eLearning... More →