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Safety for Construction Workers
Since this week is Safety Week, we want to focus on the safety for construction workers. The Mission of Safety Week is to collectively raise the awareness of the construction industry’s continuing commitment to eliminating worker injury, and to clearly communicate its dedication to a shared culture of care and concern and the belief that…
Read More7 Ways to Improve Operational Efficiency
One of the best ways to increase output is increasing your operation performance. Operational efficiency is based upon the amount of input vs. the amount of output. The main goal of business is to receive the most return for your investment. There is always room for operational improvement, so here are seven ways to improve…
Read MoreTips for Outdoor Workers in the Spring
Spring is here and that means it’s important to be aware of the safety hazards that can affect your employees during this time. Many occupations require employees to be outdoors for at least part of the time. OSHA requires that employees be trained to recognize and avoid all workplace hazards, including those that can occur…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Employee Burnout
Employee burnout is a huge problem for any business. This can lead to lower productivity levels and a lower quality of overall work. You may be paying for that superstar you initially hired, but hardly getting the same value. Why are employees feeling burnout? The following features tend to cause more stress, taking more of a…
Read MoreShould your HR Managers Focus on Succession Planning?
What would you do in your organization if a key employee resigned, fell ill or had to be fired tomorrow? Would you be prepared? If not, you may end up with an empty C-suite or underqualified people moving into leadership roles because there is no one else to take over. A succession plan may help…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Eye Injuries in the Workplace
It’s easy to get complacent about eyewear when working day-to-day, but not being protected can be more dangerous than you think. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reports that every day about 2,000 U.S. workers sustain job-related eye injuries that require medical treatment. Ninety percent of on-the-job eye injuries could be avoided if…
Read MoreWorkers’ Compensation and Your Small Business
A workers’ compensation insurance policy provides benefits to employees for injuries and illnesses arising out of and in the course of employment. The policy may provide payment for medical treatment, temporary and permanent disability and death benefits. Workers’ Compensation Insurance is unlike any other type of small business insurance in that it is regulated by…
Read MoreWhy is it Important to Calibrate Test Equipment?
Calibration has been defined by the International Bureau of Weights and Measures as an “Operation that, under specified conditions, in the first step, establishes a relation between the quantity values with measurement uncertainties provided by the measurement standards and corresponding indications with associated measurement uncertainties (of the calibrated instrument or secondary standard) and, in the…
Read MoreIs Your Company Storing Chemicals Safely?
Safe chemical handling requires routine inspections of chemical storage areas and consistent maintenance of your inventory. Even when hazardous materials are out of sight in containers, they should never be out of mind. Here are six ways to help keep your work environment safe when storing hazardous chemicals. Have a plan in place. OSHA’s Occupational…
Read MoreAre You Putting Enough Effort into Your Customer’s Experience?
What sets your company apart from competitors? Developing your company’s unique selling proposition is an important strategy when seeking to differentiate your brand. Companies are starting to take notice that the power of great customer experience has a considerable impact on profit. “89% of companies expect to be competing primarily on customer experience by…
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