Empowering Women in EHS&S: A Story of Progress and Potential
Empowering Women in EHS&S: A Story of Progress and Potential Environment, health, safety and sustainability (EHS&S) has been a male-dominated arena for far too long. Today, despite strides toward gender equality, women still account for less than 30% of EHS&S professionals in the U.S. However, this statistic isn’t meant to discourage; it’s a reminder that there’s still […]
Understanding the Consequences of Workplace Incidents
Understanding the Consequences of Workplace Incidents The health and safety of an organization does not exist in isolation from the rest of the business. In fact, the condition of health and safety within an organization has a traceable impact on the success of the business as a whole. While some organizations may be tempted to view […]
Why Audits Fail & How To Get Real Value From Them
Why Audits Fail & How To Get Real Value From Them Audits are responsible for evaluating the overall EHS program, including assessing workplace safety, identifying hazards and ensuring programs are in place and trainings have been recorded, to name a few. However, audits often fall short of delivering their full potential due to a lack of actionable […]
Navigating the EU’s Chemical Rules and Regulations: Part 2
Navigating the EU’s Chemical Rules and Regulations: Part 2 Compliance with the EU’s chemical rules is not just a regulatory requirement but a gateway to numerous advantages for manufacturers. Ensuring public health and protecting the environment is essential for responsible business practices. Manufacturers, by showcasing the safety and eco-friendliness of their products, can bolster their reputation and […]
Reimagining Safety: Integrating Health & Safety Into Your Business Strategy
Reimagining Safety: Integrating Health & Safety Into Your Business Strategy In an ever-changing business landscape, it is becoming increasingly clear that health and safety (H&S) can no longer be an afterthought when it comes to organizational strategy. Instead of approaching H&S from a separate, regulatory point of view, we encourage a paradigm shift toward reimagining H&S as […]
Navigating the EU’s Chemical Rules and Regulations: Part 1
Navigating the EU’s Chemical Rules and Regulations: Part 1 The European Union (EU) has recently unveiled proposed chemical rules and regulations, marking a significant step toward creating safer and healthier environment, health and safety management (EHS) work environments. Key regulations such as REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) since 2007 and CLP (Classification, […]
Lost Time Incident Rate – A Complete Guide to LTIR
Lost Time Incident Rate – A Complete Guide to LTIR In the world of health and safety, it can sometimes feel like everything has its associated metric. But while most metrics are important for reporting purposes, some can also offer valuable insights into your operations. Using these metrics in the right way can give you […]
SIG Sauer Sees a Spike in Reporting by Eliminating Outdated Paperwork-Based Processes
SIG Sauer Sees a Spike in Reporting by Eliminating Outdated Paperwork-Based Processes “Once you make it easy to report near misses, you can start to build data and troubleshoot, and you can move toward a proactive mindset.” Get the case study At a glance Learn How SIG Sauer Increased Its Reporting & Streamlined Safety Processes […]
Listening to the Frontlines: The Importance of Employee Feedback in Health and Safety
Listening to the Frontlines: The Importance of Employee Feedback in Health and Safety Picture this: your company’s health and safety program is in great shape. You’re complying with regulations and your total recorded incident rate (TRIR) is low. Maybe you’ve implemented a software system to streamline your health and safety processes. You might consider yourself ‘proactive,’ or […]
How To Boost Worker Safety and Engagement Through Tech Advancements
How To Boost Worker Safety and Engagement Through Tech Advancements Employees are the core of any business or organization, making their safety and well-being of upmost importance. It’s not just about the physical safety of employees; it’s also about nurturing their mental and emotional health. In this intricate dance of workplace responsibilities and associated risks, real-time […]