Discovering the Real Problem in Health and Safety and How to Solve It

Leaders at all levels should lead by example.

The Benefits of On-Site Health Clinics

These worksite clinics can be a great tool for employers and employees.

Safe + Sound Week Promotes Health and Safety Programs at Work

The event will take place this year from August 15-21.

New Best Practices Issued for Temporary Workers

NIOSH and other organizations like ASSP worked to put together the document.

NIOSH to Provide Free Black Lung Screenings This August

The confidential screenings are available to all coal miners, current or former.

Safety Isn’t a New Gym Membership

A culture of safety is key to success.

Safety Plan Tool

Felonies, Misdemeanors, and Hiring

Many employers make hiring decisions regarding applicants with criminal convictions depending upon whether the offense was labeled by the state statute as a felony or misdemeanor. Some employers have policies, written and unwritten, that a person convicted of a misdemeanor is always eligible for employment while someone convicted of a felony is either automatically disqualified or requires further scrutiny before being considered. So how should an employer consider conviction records?

Meet Workit Health

Welcome to Workit, a whole new way to kick addictive behaviors to the curb. Our innovative digital health program blends the best of behavioral science, technology, and human-centered design. Learn more at http://workithealth.com/.

Careers in Manufacturing – Production Leader

Growing up working side-by-side with her dad solving problems and discovering how things worked sparked the love of #STEM and learning to apply the sciences for Lisa Callender, Production Leader at a Dow. Lisa wants others to know that STEM Careers are more than studying science and math in school. It’s about solving world problems; making products that help the world; and leaving work every day knowing you made a difference.

Safety Tip: Conflict De-escalation Tips

Anticipating potential conflict is important, and there are many verbal and non-verbal cues to be mindful of as situations unfold. This Vivid Learning Systems video explains how to de-escalate conflict situations at work. According to OSHA, employees working alone, working late at night, or working in high-crime areas, are all more likely to be subjected to an act of violence. Share this free safety tip with workers to support your training program. Find more learnatvivid.com.