AI (artificial intelligence) is rapidly transforming the world of EHS (environment, health, and safety) accident reporting, providing organizations with powerful new tools and technologies to collect, analyze, and manage accident data. By leveraging the power of AI, organizations can improve their EHS performance, protect the health and safety of their employees and the community, and ensure the sustainability of their operations. How AI Impacts Accident Reporting One of the key ways that AI improves EHS accident reporting software is by automating the detection and reporting of accidents a ..read more

EHS (environment, health, and safety) auditing is a crucial process that helps organizations and companies identify potential hazards and risks, and take corrective action to improve their EHS performance and overall workplace safety. To conduct effective EHS compliance audits, organizations need to use specialized software that provides them with the tools and resources to plan, conduct and manage their audits. Here are some key features that organizations should look for when selecting the best EHS auditing software: 1. Compliance tracking: The software should provide organizations with a ..read more

Looking ahead to Environmental Health and Safety trends coming up in 2023.  Driving trends, technology, and growth in the industry.  As we look ahead to 2023, there are several key trends and developments in the field of EHS (environmental, health, and safety) software that are worth noting. These trends are driven by a combination of factors, including advances in technology and software, changing user needs and preferences for management systems, safety compliance requirements, and the evolution of the EHS industry. Here are some of the most important EHS management software tre ..read more

We often hear about EHS KPI’s, leading and lagging indicators, and other safety metrics but what do they mean for our businesses?  How do we determine what is meaningful to track without adding additional administrative work for our EHS staff? When we look at examples of EHS KPIs, they all seem to measure generic safety criteria or are slanted toward high risk industries, which typically do not fit most processors or recyclers in the e-waste industry. This begs the question, what should we measure and how do we determine what is most important to us, our employees, our customers, and ..read more

Earth Day 2020 Recycling in the USA Based on e-Waste disposal rates, Americans throw out $60 Million in gold and silver every year!  12.5% of electronic waste is recycled - Source: US EPA E-Waste represents 2% of America’s trash in landfills, but it equals 70% of overall toxic waste.  Proper e-Waste recycling is easy... Check with local retailers - many offer free take-back programs backed by certified recyclers.  Find a local R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.  "Recycling is what we do when we're out of options to avoid, repair, or reuse the product first.&nbs ..read more

The Importance of LOTO Procedures  To comply with OSHA standards, companies must maintain LOTO plans when hazardous energy is present in the workplace.  Proper LOTO procedures and training help prevent the five main causes of LOTO injuries including: Failure to stop equipment Failure to disconnect from the power source Failure to dissipate residual energy  Accidental restarting of equipment Failure to clear work areas before restarting  In addition to LOTO procedures for each piece of equipment identifying all energy sources and energy isolation devices, employees ..read more

The new year is here…how will your company approach EHS initiatives in 2023?  What is your vision for the health and safety programs at your company this year?  How do you plan to continuously improve?  What will you plan to try this year that will move your program and safety culture forward?       As you plan for the year, avoid these common mistakes organizations make: Doing the same thing or investing additional resources in trying harder and expecting different results. Ignoring culture and viewing productivity as an opposing objective to your ..read more

According to the June 2020 NAEM Industry Benchmark study, 74-79% of companies increased their spending on Health and Safety in 2020 while responding to the COVID pandemic and more than 15% of companies reported a reduction in EHS staff.    With less staff and increased demands, EHS professionals have had to find ways to do more with less by seeking out efficiencies to drive program improvement and decrease the administrative burden associated with compliance and risk management.    As you plan your budget for 2021 and identify focus areas for your program, here are some o ..read more