by Dana Chang | Jan 6, 2024 | Health, Safety
Four factors contribute to cold stress: cold temperatures, high or cold wind, dampness, and cold water. A cold environment forces the body to work harder to maintain its core temperature. Cold air, water, and snow all draw heat from the body. So, while it is obvious...
by Dana Chang | Dec 29, 2023 | Health, Safety
This guidance provides baseline infection control procedures for seasonal flu. As new information about the current seasonal flu virus becomes available, this workplace guidance will be reevaluated and updated. Employers should ensure that they have the most...
by Dana Chang | Dec 22, 2023 | Health
No matter what the issue, holidays have the potential to cause stress and anxiety, which can spill over into the workplace and lead to a reduction in productivity, among other concerns. It’s important for managers and supervisors, as well as HR professionals, to...
by Dana Chang | Dec 15, 2023 | Environmental, Health, Safety
The end of the year presents the perfect opportunity to reflect on accomplishments achieved in your EHS program throughout the year and set goals for the coming year. If you have one more safety committee meeting scheduled for 2023, consider focusing on all of...
by Dana Chang | Dec 8, 2023 | Health, Safety
To some people, the word “housekeeping” calls to mind cleaning floors and surfaces, removing dust, and organizing clutter. But in a work setting, it means much more. Housekeeping is crucial to safe workplaces. It can help prevent injuries and improve productivity and...
