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Yesterday, we reported on a new study that says government safety inspections may not actually be as bad as you might think. Today, we conclude with more on this interesting study. The study, entitled "Randomized Government Safety Inspections Reduce Worker Injuries with no Detectable Job Loss," was co-authored by Harvard Business School Professor Michael Toffel, […]
A new study indicates that workplace inspections save lives, reduce workers’ compensation claims, and do not cost jobs. Research published in Science magazine in May sheds light on a hot-button political issue: the role and effectiveness of government regulation. In this study, the issue was the impact of government safety inspections. The study, entitled "Randomized […]
This month we continue assessing your various training options to help you put together the right mix of blended learning to ensure your workers are the best trained they can be. In this issue, we’ll focus on computer-based training, which offers several options for teaching employees. Computer-based training is becoming increasingly prevalent as technology becomes […]
Yesterday, we presented the results of polls conducted by Safety.BLR.com . The polls reflect the experiences of safety professionals like you. Today, we offer another sample of polls from the past year. How long do you spend researching safety regulations? A few hours a day – 50% Less than an hour a day – 25% […]
We thought you might like hear from other safety professionals, and so today we’re presenting a sample of polls conducted by Safety.BLR.com, the first stop—and one stop—website for safety professionals. The results you’re about to read come from polls taken over the course of the past year or so and reflect the experiences of safety […]
Good communication is fundamental to a safe workplace. Safety messages of all kinds and in all forms must flow all through the organization and be heard by all. It’s often said that safety is everyone’s responsibility. It’s also often said that management commitment and employee involvement are critical factors in developing an effective safety and […]