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No one wants it to happen, but an emergency, natural or manmade, can strike at anytime, 24/7. What’s more, it need not be a major, nationally-televised incident, such as a hurricane, earthquake, or act of political terror. An event as common as a local building fire can present just as large a challenge to you. These resources will help you create a plan for handling such crises, whatever their scope, and to carry it out in a way that best protects your employees and your company.
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Many workplaces are equipped with portable fire extinguishers that can control small fires, preventing property damage and loss of life. However, OSHA rules prohibit workers from using fire extinguishers unless they have received training in their proper use. According to 29 CFR 1910.157(g)(2), "Where the employer has provided portable fire extinguishers for employee use in […]
When was your last fire or emergency evacuation drill? If more than 6 months ago, it’s time to think about staging another. Careful planning and evaluation can help you get the most out of your drills. Some types of occupancies like schools and healthcare facilities are required to conduct periodic fire drills. Industrial workplaces are […]
These strategies can help you manage workplace violence risks to prevent violent incidents as well as deal effectively with aftermath of an incident. One-sixth of violent crimes occur in the workplace, according to OSHA. There are over half a million incidents each year. What’s more, violence is the second leading cause of workplace deaths. Three […]
With so much talk about guns and violence, it natural that employers are giving more thought than usual to workplace violence. Here are some prevention tips from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, which has had to deal with its share of workplace violence over the years. OSHA defines workplace violence is any act or […]
