There is no question that keeping your valued employees safe is essential to your business. You count on your dedicated team members to help your business grow and thrive, so you want to show your appreciation by keeping them safe and healthy. By pledging your commitment to your employees’ wellbeing through initiatives that include communication quotes for the workplace, you instantly inspire new levels of commitment from them for improved productivity, reduced absenteeism, and a proactive attitude toward workplace safety for everyone. Encourage your team members to foster a culture of sa ..read more

Your workplace safety team works hard to detect and report all the risks in your facility. They also figure out the best ways for your staff to avoid those risks, or to let them know what to do in case of accidents. The next vital step is getting that information out quickly to your staff, so everyone sees it as soon as possible. Workplace safety videos played on digital message boards have become crucial tools in sharing safety tips every employee should know, especially new hires. The more aware of your organization’s safety policies your team members are via thoughtful employee safety ..read more

Every day people go to work and put their lives at risk, whether they are driving a truck, working construction, or flying a plane. But what jobs are the most dangerous? That can be determined by looking at the fatality rate. The Bureau of Labor Statistics calculates the fatality rate of a job by taking the number of deaths per 100,000 full-time workers. (1) This method ensures that every profession is represented correctly, no matter how large or small the industry. These are the top 10 most dangerous jobs of 2020, according to MoneyTalksNews and EHS Today: (2, 3) 1 ..read more

Most warehouse employers and employees want nothing more than for productivity to get back up to speed. Many warehouses across the U.S. have operated at near-full or full capacity throughout the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic to meet supply chain demands. Dutiful business leaders have provided highly visible signage offering COVID-19 workplace safety tips in compliance with updated standards set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (1,2) As an increasing number of businesses reopen with caution, it is vital to develop a robust COVID-19 workplace protoc ..read more

  The first quarter of 2020—and heading into the second—was a bleak time for the U.S. economy, as COVID-19 (Coronavirus) seized normal operations everywhere. Between the waves of cases across the U.S., the collective fear of catching or spreading it, and the efforts everyone made to keep everyone safe, businesses of all sizes have suffered. (1) Employers have had to make difficult decisions about which of their staff members were essential and who needed to work from home, while other business owners had to shutter their windows and close their doors. Many businesses will not reopen ..read more

ARE YOU REALLY ON TRACK WITH COVID-19 PROTOCOLS? Businesses everywhere are implementing back-to-work protocols to keep employees safe from the spread of COVID-19. But are there unintended consequences to the way your company is rolling out its plan? Is your plan even being put in place as intended? Are there any gaps? EMPLOYEE FEEDBACK IS CRUCIAL Employees are your eyes and ears across your organization. But unless they’re empowered to provide feedback without hesitation, managers may not know how new protocols are working, and how they’re affecting employee well-being and productivity. For e ..read more

Business owners who value their workers and organizational reputation keep occupational safety at the forefront of their minds. Sometimes small-to-medium-sized business leaders need concrete ideas to help maintain a safe and healthy working environment. Whether your business industry is in an area such as transportation, manufacturing, warehouse, sanitation, hospitality, healthcare, or business services, ensuring a safe workplace is vital. As you strive to keep your employees healthy and protected from potential injury or illness, one strategy to consider is posting digital signage featur ..read more

Keeping your employees safe is a vital component of your organization’s success. Ensuring your employees’ health and well-being communicates to them that they mean more to you than their role in helping your business achieve productivity goals, earn profits, and grow in your industry. Like many business owners today, you may find yourself competing with lowered attention spans and poor memories. This makes strategies like visual communication invaluable in keeping employees aware of the potential risks while working for your company and all that you do to keep them safe. It is important to rem ..read more

Amazon is just one of many online retailers ramping up fulfillment staffing in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. But while the rush is on to immediately get these new workers offloading trucks, processing orders, picking stock and preparing shipments, an unexpected complication may be at hand. Right now, the world is very forgiving of its online retailers. Issues with shipments, damage, and delays may go without rebuke. Everyone understands that this particular workforce is strained. Unfortunately, this customer goodwill may fade over time, just as retailers try to capitalize on the long-term ..read more

As the COVID-19 pandemic closes non-essential businesses and forces employers to send their workforce home, essential businesses are facing their own unique set of challenges. To keep their operations up and running, essential businesses need to make sure they’re doing everything they can to keep their employees healthy. Make sure your workforce is informed about COVID-19 symptoms and prevention measures: Promote and make available frequent and thorough hand washing. Encourage covering coughs and sneezes.  Discourage workers from using other workers’ phones, desks, offices, or other work ..read more