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Cell Phones Eclipse Landlines For Workplace Communication
All employees, especially millennials, prefer cell phones for productivity, according to a new survey from Zinwave.
Workplace Safety Can Give Small Businesses A Recruiting Edge
The safety of the work environment was among the top criteria employees consider when evaluating a new job offer, according to a new survey.
Cyber Security Standard Business Practice For Large Companies
Even with protocols in place to prevent cyber attacks, enforcement by management can be lax, according to new survey from Clutch.
Bicycle Friendly Business Award For Dero
The League of American Bicyclists recognizes this maker of bike parking solutions for its own facility amenities and initiatives that promote employee cycling.
Friday Funny: (Vacation) Time Is Money
Close to half of employees would choose more paid vacation time over a pay raise if given the choice, according to new data from Spherion Staffing.
Shifting Demands For Facility Security
As work styles evolve, smart building technologies help facility management cater to employees while tracking the use of shared assets.
Are Americans Too Tired To Function Safely At Work?
In a National Safety Council survey, 97 percent of respondents report at least one risk factor for fatigue — a hidden but deadly epidemic.
WELL Building Standard Surpasses 100 Million SF
IWBI celebrated the milestone by launching Build WELL, a new mobile app which contains the entire WELL Building Standard in a navigable mobile format.
Free Kit Helps Employers Stop Leading Cause Of Workplace Death
The free online safe driving tool from the National Safety Council aims to drive down crashes.
What Do Seniors Want In A Retirement Community?
The continuing care retirement model is still the most popular senior living model in the U.S., but Baby Boomers have different ideas about where and how they want to age.
$10.5M Available For Workplace Safety Training
OSHA has just announced a $10.5M funding opportunity for Susan Harwood Training grants to support workplace safety and health training.
Seven Tips For Keeping Workers Safe From Heat-Related Illnesses
Summer often brings extreme heat: Here's how to keep outdoor workers safe, courtesy of Western Specialty Contractors.
World’s First Biophilic Office Project Studies Buildings, Nature
The research project will provide environmental and human data as evidence of biophilic design’s positive impact on the health and wellbeing of office occupants.
Need For Workplace Training In CPR And First Aid
American Heart Association survey finds many employees lack training to help during a health emergency — and at least half do not know where to find an AED in their facility.
Mobile Employees Expect Protection When Off-Site
More than 80 percent of employers feel responsible for locating, sharing information with, and confirming safety of mobile employees during critical events, but find it challenging, finds a new report from Everbridge.
U.S. Is Tops In Employee Happiness
Employees in the United States, the Netherlands and Germany ranked highest in terms of on-the-job happiness.
Question Of The Week: Is This Vendor The Right Fit For Your Facility?
Getting off to a good start is important when hiring and working with a new vendor. Here are some tips and tricks from Segura & Associates, a consulting firm that works with both cleaning contractors and building managers.
Feeling Good In the Workplace Boosts Company Performance
Does your company need a Chief Happiness Officer? Nearly 90% of workers think it's a good idea, according to a new report on the workplace from JLL.
Most Americans Say Workplace Is Civil
In an increasingly uncivil society, the workplace is becoming a sanctuary for many Americans, according to the seventh annual Civility in America poll.
Friday Funny: Should I Stay Or Should I Go?
Only 35% of Americans are planning a family summer vacation this year. Is a staycation a better bet? Depends where you live.
Friday Funny: Company Headquarters Goes To The Dogs
When building a new headquarters, this fast-growing doggy day care and boarding franchise company took its commitment to pooches to a whole new level.
International WELL Building Institute Launches WELL Portfolio
The streamlined certification pathway for multiple existing buildings will leverage efficiencies and drive health and wellness improvements across portfolios.
Friday Funny: You Need A Vacation. (So Take One Already!)
As we get ready to celebrate the unofficial beginning of summer, a survey reveals that American workers may finally be changing their vacation-avoiding ways.
Question Of The Week: What Do I Need To Know About Weed In The Workplace?
Marijuana is now legal in 28 states and Washington, DC, which is leaving many employers scratching their heads about drug testing and workplace safety.
Summer Perks On The Decline
Employees say the hottest summer perks are flexible schedules and summer Fridays, but fewer companies are offering them.
Wurf Board From JumpSport, Inc.
This air-spring platform encourages people who use standing desks to perform constant micro movements; virtually exercising while working.
Friday Funny: What Is Your Desk Personality?
Whether it’s immaculately neat, or a total mess, your desk provides insight into who you are and how you like to work. Check out this infographic then take a fun interactive quiz to discover your unique desk personality!
Houston, Washington DC Top Cities For Worker Weight Gain
Over a quarter of American employees have access to employer-sponsored wellness benefits, but 63 percent don't take advantage of them, according to new survey.
A World Without Facility Managers
In honor of World FM Day today, it’s important to take a moment to recognize the important duties and challenges that these men and women undertake each day.
Legrand Holds Internal Energy Competition
The company's Energy Marathon 2.0 challenged employees across multiple sites to compete in reducing their energy use.
Philadelphia Janitor Mops Up 2017 Janitor Of The Year Award
Beloved Newtown Elementary School janitor and U.S. veteran Ted Qualli Jr. takes home the custodial crown.
IOSH Launches New Vision To Protect Workers
WORK 2022 — IOSH’s 2017-2022 strategy — supports experts' call for better data on occupational accidents and diseases.
iOFFICE Adds Two Improvements To IWMS Offering
The technology company announces the integration of Slack into its platform as well as an improved design for its Service Request module.
Construction Safety Under Par, Finds NSC Survey
In its survey of 14 industries, the National Safety Council found 58% of Americans working in construction thinks safety takes a backseat to productivity.
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