Stories are continually emerging about workers facing the consequences of inadequate respiratory protection. If workers are misinformed about the dangers they face in their occupation, it can have disastrous effects. That is exactly why the Occupational Safety and Health Administration … Read More
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How To Avoid Pencil Whipped Safety Inspections & Observations
The phrase “pencil whipping” is commonly used in the safety industry to describe the practice of completing inspection forms or checklists without conducting a thorough inspection (e.g., “checking the box”). There are various reasons one might “pencil whip” an audit/inspection, … Read More
Safety Inspections & Observations: A Walkthrough
Safety inspections are critical to ensure that workplaces, buildings, equipment, and other resources are safe for employee use. As the understanding and recognition of hazards and methods for mitigating or preventing them have grown, regulations and standards have been put … Read More
Integrating EH&S Strategies in ESG Climate Resilience Planning
Climate resilience planning is a critical concern for organizations in almost every industry. Climate change continues to impact areas like procurement and materials sourcing, supply chain and logistics, supply, and demand. Business sustainability concerns arise when any of these functions … Read More
How To Create a Virtuous Cycle of EHS Data Collection
Data collection can play a crucial role in identifying and mitigating environmental, health, and safety (EHS) risks in any organization. Collecting and analyzing data can help businesses to identify areas of concern and opportunities for improvement. This, in turn, enables … Read More
Impact of Upcoming Mandatory ESG Reporting for US-Based Companies
Businesses in the US have been waiting for the SEC to issue a critical climate risk disclosure requirement. This decision to mandate ESG reporting was initially expected in December 2022 but has, thus far, been delayed. The proposed rule would … Read More
