Posts Tagged ‘Work Environment’
Measuring What Matters: 6 Business Metrics Every Company Should Track
There are hundreds of different metrics you can use to see if your company hits your business goals. However, there is no use measuring all of those. Do not randomly select a number of metrics just for the sake of having them. Remember that whatever measures or KPIs (key performance indicators) you put in place…
Read MoreWorkplace Safety During Natural Disasters
A natural disaster can cause loss of life or property damage, and can leave economic damage in its wake. The severity of which depends on the affected company’s preparation, resilience, or ability to recover and on the facility infrastructure. Common types of natural disasters. Hurricanes Earthquakes Tornadoes Floods Blizzards Tsunami Wildfires Droughts Avalanches Landslides…
Read MoreHow Well is Your Company Managing Risks?
A U.S. investigation commission attributed the BP Oil disaster to management failures that crippled “the ability of individuals involved to identify the risks they faced and to properly evaluate, communicate, and address them.” Does your company fail to identify and address risks? Types of common risks your company may face: Equipment malfunction, breakdown, or theft…
Read MoreIs Your Company Prepared for Winter Workplace Hazards?
Winter and freezing weather are quickly approaching, and so are the unique workplace hazards that occur during this time. It’s vital to ensure your facility and employees are prepared and well-equipped for the season ahead. Potential Winter Hazards Winter driving conditions. Slips on snow and ice – Slips, trips and falls happen year-round, of course,…
Read MoreFocus on Forklift Safety
Forklifts weigh more than three tons, and can reach a speed of 10 mph. These mechanical giants are great at assisting labor, yet can also be a source of danger. OSHA estimates that 35,000 serious injuries and 62,000 non-serious injuries involving forklifts occur annually. Further, data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that 96…
Read MoreOSHA’s 2017 Most Frequently Cited Violations
Patrick Kapust, deputy director of OSHA’s Directorate of Enforcement Programs, revealed the list of Top 10 OSHA violations for 2017 (preliminary) at the National Safety Congress and Expo in Indiana on Sept. 26 in Indianapolis. The Top Citations of 2017: “One thing I’ve said before in the past on this is, this list doesn’t…
Read MoreHow Much Does a Workplace Accident Cost You?
Workplace injuries and accidents that cause employees to miss six or more days of work cost U.S. employers $59.9 billion in 2014, the most recent year for which statistically valid injury data are available from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). How can a workplace accident affect your company? Let’s break it down by…
Read MoreAre You Auditing Your Suppliers?
Outsourcing business can be a terrific way to grow your company and save money in the process. But, if you are not auditing your suppliers, how can you be sure they are meeting your standards and accurately complying to your contract? The lack of a supplier audit, could put your company at risk. Why audit…
Read MoreTop Issues That Affect Company Productivity
Every company can improve their productivity in small ways. Evaluating your current flow of production is important as well as finding solutions to mitigate issues that prevents your company from reaching its full potential. It is essential to look at your company’s overall performance and evaluate individual employees as well. Company Productivity Processes should…
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…
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