EHS On Tap E237: The Importance of Detecting Cannabis Impairment
On episode 237 of EHS On Tap, Ken Fichtler, founder and CEO of Gaize, talks about using technology to detect cannabis impairment on the job.
Category: EHS Management
Shattering Gender Bias in the Safety Industry
Even as more women work in safety, the issue of gender bias remains a major concern. Whether it’s lower salaries, fewer job opportunities, or a lack of resources, gender bias has put women at a clear disadvantage in the workplace. Fortunately, there is guidance available to help women in safety avoid these roadblocks. Gender bias […]
EHS On Tap E235: Sharing Decades of Safety Wisdom
On episode 235 of EHS On Tap, Scott Gaddis, vice president, safety and health, at Intelex, talks about his new book From Participation to Partnership: A Journey to Safety at the Frontline.
After the Catch: A Strategic Advisory Board Panel Exclusive
In the latest episode of Veriforce’s The Risk Matrix podcast, titled “After the Catch: A Strategic Advisory Board Panel,” a panel of safety industry titans shared their most defining moments. With a combined experience of over 300 years, these experts offered raw, unfiltered stories that have shaped their careers and the safety industry. The panel, […]
Safety in the New Year: EHS Predictions for 2025
As we prepare to jump into the new year, EHS Daily Advisor reached out to experts throughout the industry to get their predictions for what will happen in EHS and workplace safety in 2025. Here’s what they had to say. What are the biggest challenges for EHS leaders in 2025? Langdon Dement, MS, CSP, Global EHS Advisor, […]
ASSP Updates Standards on Safety Training and Hazardous Energy
The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) has revised two workplace safety standards that enable organizations to better protect workers and improve daily operations to achieve a higher level of business success. One standard guides the development of effective safety training while the other helps control hazardous energy that can seriously harm workers. ANSI/ASSP Z490.1-2024, […]
How Safety Inspections Can Make or Break Organizations’ EHS Programs
EHS programs are critical to the overall well-being of workers, the environment, and the organization’s bottom line. They are designed to prevent accidents, reduce risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect the company’s reputation. However, the success of these programs hinges on a variety of factors, and one of the most important among them is the […]
EHSDA Shorts: What is Bias?
In this installment of EHSDA Shorts, Christina R. Roll, Sr. Risk Consultant, AXA XL, explains the meaning of bias and the types of bias people have.
NIOSH Director: Employers Should Address Drowsy Driving
Dr. John Howard, director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), encouraged employers to take advantage of institute resources for addressing drowsy driving. In his “From the Director’s Desk” column in the institute’s November eNews newsletter, he cited a 2017 analysis showing that 37% of U.S. workers get less than the recommended […]
EHS On Tap E229: What Safety Professionals Can Expect in 2025
On episode 229 of EHS On Tap, Karen Hamel, regulatory expert and trainer for HalenHardy, talks about what safety professionals can expect for regulatory changes in 2025.