Drug and alcohol abuse can leave workers and commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers impaired. As more states have decriminalized cannabis, its growing acceptance has become a special challenge for those employing workers in safety-sensitive positions. But impairment isn’t the only risk controlled substances pose. In this article brought to you by the EHS Daily Advisor, we’ll cover the basics on drug and alcohol impairment in the workplace.
In this segment of our Ask The Expert series, an EHS Hero subscriber asked the question, “For TRI reports, are the quantities of a single listed toxic chemical present in two different mixtures added together for threshold determination calculations when the quantity in one mixture is below the de minimis level and the quantity in the other mixture is above the de minimis level?” In this article, you can read the answer provided by our in-house team of EHS experts.
A risk assessment template can be used to examine workplace hazards, help assess injury severity and likelihood, and help implement control measures to reduce risk. Read about the benefits of using a risk assessment and download our free template for your own use here.
Every business owner wants to save on costs, especially when it comes to expensive equipment. However, overusing older equipment or failing to perform routine maintenance has the potential to result in defective equipment. And when this happens, it can reflect poorly on your company in a number of ways. Read on to learn about the risks your organization can face by not taking steps to prevent defective equipment.
Implementing a well-designed safety plan, enables organizations to reduce risks, maintain compliance, and foster a safer work environment for their people. Learn the essential elements of safety plans and discover an EHS management tools designed to help move the needle in your organization.
Ensuring jobsite safety is necessary, and a key aspect of this is looking out for fellow workers. However, what can be done in situations when no one else is present? Solitary workers can be found in numerous industries, and their prevalence is increasing as technology replaces the need for larger teams. Regardless of whether employees are surrounded by colleagues or working alone, it’s your responsibility to ensure their well-being. To achieve this, here are a few best practices for consistently safeguarding your solitary workers.
You carry the well-being of your employees on your shoulders. Your job is never finished, but you can make it less complicated with the right resources. Discover what other safety managers are doing to manage important documents, report incidents, and keep up with regulations.
Just how much does paper cost your company? It’s probably a lot more than you realize. In this article, learn several factors that contribute to the high costs of paper records.
Summer is here and it’s the perfect time for a 20-minute knowledge refresh on best practices and preventative measures you can take to protect your employees from heat stress. When employees are required to work in hot temperatures for extended periods, serious heat-related illnesses and injuries can occur. If left unchecked, heat stress can even be fatal. Employers need to ensure they are complying with all applicable regulatory requirements related to heat stress prevention, and that their workers are following best practices to stay safe as temperatures rise. Learn from EHS Senior Content Specialist Laura Brody in this information-packed, 20-minute on-demand webinar.
Research found that 41 percent of workers experience stress “often” or “very often” on the job, persistent stress can play a role in serious, chronic illnesses. Here are a few ways stress affects your workers’ health, and ways you can keep it at a manageable level.