Resources and Other Results:
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 →
Winter Safety Means More Than Preparing for the Cold
As we approach the winter months, it is important for employers to be aware of dangers that are possible on... 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 →
4 Things “A Christmas Story” Can Teach Us About Cold Weather Safety
It’s wintertime, and in most areas of the country the lower temperatures have us shivering and searching for our warmest... More →
Dealing With Extreme Cold, Hypothermia, and Frostbite
2014 is coming in COLD. Across the U.S., temperatures are plummeting and wind chills arecolder than we've seen for a... More →
Winter Workers: Beware of the Cold
It’s not just in the winter months that workers are exposed to cold stress, but it is a lot more... More →
Winterize Your Workplace With HSI’s Winter Preparation Package
Wintertime means freezing temperatures and icy roads, pavement, and sidewalks that can change any workplace environment from safe to dangerous... 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 →
Preparing to Weather Those Winter Storms Safely
Some advanced preparation will go a long way towards keeping you, your family, and your property safe from winter’s icy... More →
Winter Driving Mistakes Your Drivers Should Avoid
Winter is almost officially here in the U.S. and that means snow-covered roads and icy conditions. Today’s blog post looks... More →
Seize the Season of Safety
My neighbor told me she and her dog have been watching a chipmunk-scurry from one neighbor’s bird feeder, across her... More →
Severe Weather Safety Tips for the Workplace
Join HSI Chief Safety Officer Jill James as she visits environmental health and safety professionals in their workplaces to explore... More →
Safe Driving in Hazardous Weather
The Federal Highway Administration estimates that more than 1.2 million weather-related accidents happen on U.S. roads each year, resulting in... More →
Training: the Ultimate Holiday Gift
As we move ever closer to the holiday season, it’s time to think about what you’re going to give as... More →
Holiday Safety Tips for Your Home and Travel
As we move into the winter months, many will be traveling to see loved ones or hosting friends and family... More →
Coronavirus Precautions for Employees
Information about the coronavirus changes daily. Yahoo now has an entire tab dedicated to the topic in their navigation. Fears... 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 →
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 →
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 →
Cold Weather Considerations – Looking Ahead to the Highlights
This week the final ballot results were announced for the three standards being revised to enhance cold weather preparedness. All... More →
Extreme Cold Weather Grid Operations, Preparedness, and Coordination SAR
The Standards Authorization Request (SAR) related to cold weather grid operations submitted October 6, 2021, began a series of technical... More →
Extreme Cold Weather Grid Operations, Preparedness, and Coordination SAR
The Standards Authorization Request (SAR) related to cold weather grid operations submitted October 6, encompasses revisions to existing standards and... More →
Work Zone Safety: 6 Strategies for Navigating the Road Ahead
As winter's cold retreats, the season of road work eagerly steps into the limelight across the United States, bringing unique... More →
COVID vs The Holidays: AND the Holidays Win!
100 ways to have a healthy, safe and fun 2020 holiday season. Regardless of which holiday you celebrate, most “normal”... More →
Avoiding the Flu: Tips From the CDC
The news is full of stories about the virulence of this season’s flu outbreak and, judging by the empty cubicles... More →
Recognizing and Preventing Cold Stress
People who work outdoors or in cold indoor environments such as walk-in freezers are frequently subject to cold, wet working... More →
Oil and Gas Rig Safety
Work on an oil and gas rig can be exciting, fast-paced, and lucrative, but it can also be deadly. Of... More →
Safety First for Pets During the Holidays
We know our blog readers are superstars when it comes to best practices for safety for themselves and their families... More →