Tag: Safety

whistleblower protections

New Agreement Strengthens Whistleblower Protections

A new Memorandum of Understanding will enable OSHA and National Labor Relations Board to more effectively enforce related laws and protect workers' rights.
Sphera Process Safety Report 2023

Study Reveals Gap Between Safety Intent, Achievement

Despite growth in corporate ESG programs and availability of technologies for assessing risk, Sphera's Process Safety Report 2023 reveals a considerable gap between safety intent and achievement.
Photovoltaic Hazard Control

Photovoltaic Hazard Control: How To Ensure Safety Under UL 3741

Misinterpretation of the UL 3741 Standard for Photovoltaic Hazard Control in some solutions may be putting firefighters at risk, and there are implications for the PV industry.
Safety Management

Can The Construction Industry Do More To Address Safety, Health Issues?

A safety management study reveals an increase in the implementation of safety and health strategies, but those measures could have greater adoption across the industry
Facility Executive October 2023 Issue

Facility Executive: October 2023 Issue

The October 2023 issue of Facility Executive explores facility resilience, risk management, the path to net zero, EV adoption, Legionella prevention, and more.
black mold

Mold Contamination: Look Out For Warning Signs

Professional remediation is the most efficient and effective long-term solution in the case of a mold contamination.
Predictive Maintenance

Boost Productivity, Lower Maintenance Costs With Predictive Maintenance

Predictive maintenance can help increase manufacturing facilities' uptime, improve safety, reduce maintenance costs, and identify hazardous situations before they occur, according to Info-Tech Research Group.
School, Access Control

Access Solutions: More Than A Checkpoint On Your School Doors

Prioritizing the modernization of access solutions in educational facilities will help bolster the safety and security of occupants in these environments.
Susan Harwood Training Grants

100 Non-Profits Awarded Susan Harwood Training Grants 

OSHA has awarded a total of $12.7M in grants to promote workplace safety, health training, and education at non-profit organizations.
Workplace Overdose, opioid-related fatalities

New Program Combats Soaring Workplace Overdose Deaths

With opioid-related fatalities in the U.S. at an all-time high, a new National Safety Council initiative aims to equip workplaces with lifesaving tools and training.
EHS,

What Is The New Value Of Safety?

A new National Safety Council report takes a fresh look at interconnectedness of safety, sustainability, and societal responsibility.
Echodyne EchoShield Radar

Echodyne Receives FCC Authorization For EchoShield Radar 

The FCC Authorized EchoShield radar to be used non-experimentally in intelligent searching and tracking of objects with angular accuracy.
Crypto.com Arena

Crypto.com Arena Achieves WELL Health-Safety Rating

To achieve the WELL Health-Safety Rating, Crypto.com Arena met rigorous requirements related to its operational policies, maintenance protocols, and emergency plans.
Workplace Inspections

Workplace Inspections: OSHA Proposes Changes To Employee Representation

OSHA is seeking public comments on proposed changes to clarify regulations on authorized employee representation during workplace inspections.
biometrics

Biometrics: When Fobs And Keycards Are Not Enough

Does your organization need a more updated security system with biometrics? Here, we'll discuss key considerations.
School Safety

The Art And Science Of School Safety

When it comes to school safety, a single security measure alone is often not effective for guarding against all safety threats.
August 2023 Issue

Facility Executive: August 2023 Issue

The August 2023 issue explores the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in building operations, cyber attacks, workplace violence, extreme weather, and more.

A Strategic Facility Roadmap Founded on Data, Stakeholder Voice, + Equity

If you’re a facility manager, it’s safe to assume that you know assessment methodologies are rapidly evolving. With data, stakeholder engagement, and suitability tools you can provide high quality environments for your users.
Beat the Heat

OSHA Names 18 “Beat The Heat” Contest Winners

National competition challenged stakeholders to share tools and resources for educating workers about the dangers of heat exposure in indoor and outdoor workplaces.
Honda Cintas uniform recycling

Cintas First Aid And Safety Location Earns VPP Star Site Certification

OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program recognizes Cintas location as a top worksite for safety and health management and practices. Plus, old uniforms get a new ride.
Workforce Shortages Webinar

Worried About Workforce Shortages? Effective Strategies To Stay Ahead

During this free webinar, you'll learn the top 5 strategies that facility maintenance pros are implementing to overcome workforce shortages.
Webinar, Facility Capital Improvements

View This Free Video Webinar: Maximizing Value For Facility Master Planning

A panel of Facility Management leaders discuss long-term planning challenges and answer questions about maximizing the value of conducting a Facility Condition Assessments (FCA).

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