Tag: training
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.
Looking To US Navy Seabees For FM Talent
Seabees are experienced in project management, maintenance, and operations in addition to their primary role, construction and construction management.
FM Global Learning Center Expands Training Opportunities
The new facility enables this commercial property insurance provider to build upon existing learning opportunities for employees and clients.
June 22 Is National HVAC Tech Day
Industry stakeholders are recognizing the work of technicians in the HVAC industry, their impact on buildings and homes, and training to fill a talent gap.
Communicating Building Safety Principles
In this Q&A, Facility Executive spoke with the safety, health, and environmental manager at Schneider Electric about communication as a key to success for building safety.
Preparing For Higher Ed Staffing Challenges
There is an impending talent gap in the facility management profession, and higher education facilities are no exception.
School District Finds Continuous Improvement
Tackling deferred maintenance, energy costs, and staff training are cornerstones of the facilities department in Manchester, NH.
Training On Building Systems O&M Expands FM’s View
In 2014, attending a Building Operator Certification program helped shift perspective for the associate director for engineering and utilities at the University of Montana.
FM Alert: OSHA Training To Improve Federal Worker Safety, Health
OSHA will conduct a three-day training event in August to educate federal agency safety and health personnel on how to provide safe and healthful workplaces for federal employees.
Physical Security Planning
The planning, implementation, operation, and maintenance of physical security—whether for one facility or many—will benefit from facility executives taking the stance of a common sense approach to the task.
FM Alert: Free Fire and Extinguisher Safety Training Course
A free training course on extinguishing fires in the workplace is being offered by UL Workplace Health & Safety as part of its comprehensive online eLearning library.
Employers Will Be Challenged To Re-engineer The Workplace, Attract And Retain People
Bold, innovative, and forward-thinking human resource strategies are needed to develop leaders, engage employees, and improve workplace culture as the global economy starts to grow rapidly.
FM Issue: Mission Critical Training
A methodical approach coupled with follow through goes a long way toward reliable operations in facilities that run 24/7.
Professional Development: Finding Future Facility Managers
With a talent shortage on the horizon, the IFMA Foundation has introduced the Global Workplace Workforce Initiative.
Friday Funny: Play The Safety Game
Assistant Secretary Michaels unveils OSHA's new interactive training web tool on identifying workplace hazards.
WHITE PAPER: The Fundamentals Of Delegating Responsibility
New IREM® leadership development white paper lays out the fundamentals of delegating responsibilities to others.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Basic HVAC Training
Where should a facility management professional look for advanced training that addresses larger HVAC systems?
Tricks Of The Trade: Continuing Education
Tricks Columnist Kevin Folsom sorts through the various continuing education options for one operations manager. From the August 2013 issue.
OSHA Announces Recordkeeping Rule Changes
OSHA announces changes to recordkeeping rule for federal agencies to improve tracking of federal workplace injuries and illnesses.
OSHA Offers Training To Federal Agencies On Worker Safety And Health
OSHA developed this training event to ensure that federal workplaces have safety programs and standards consistent with those in the private sector.
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.
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).
[VIDEO] Collect Asset Data at the Speed of Walking a Building
AI powered data collection with AkitaBox Capture. Take a picture of the asset nameplate, touch the floor plan to locate the asset and move to the next asset. Save up to 90% of your time in the field with AkitaBox Capture AI.