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On September 11, 2024, the EPA announced the launch of a new website, the Climate Resilience and Adaptation Funding Toolbox (CRAFT). “CRAFT is a user-friendly resource for technical assistance providers working with federal funding applicants and recipients to develop, apply for and implement climate-resilient investments,” according to an EPA news release. “The website provides simple, […]
A new measurement index developed by Avetta and the National Safety Council (NSC) takes a systems-based approach to determine health and safety weak spots within an organization’s supply chain. The Safety Maturity IndexTM (SMI) is expected to be available to select North American clients in March 2025. Scott DeBow, ARM, Principal of Health/Safety & Environment […]
When compared to workers in other occupations, construction workers are three times more likely to be killed and twice as likely to be injured. That means during a 45-year career, a construction worker has a more than 50% risk of experiencing a disabling injury and a 1-in-2,000 chance of being fatally injured on the job. […]
In our latest installment of Ask the Expert, brought to you by Ideagen, we hear from Pam Bobbitt, VP of Environment, Health, Safety & Quality Solutions at Ideagen, about strategies to emphasize employee health and wellness. Q: How can businesses use technology to ensure employee health and wellness? This is a loaded question because there […]
Join us next week (Sept. 23-26) for free online events and digital resources around employee health and wellness designed to help you plan and execute your employee wellness initiatives. Register for the following event sessions today. Monday, September 23 Panel Discussion | Hazard Recognition for Employee Wellness Time: 2 p.m. EDT In this panel discussion, Claire V. Beich, president […]
In the modern industrial landscape, ensuring safety and compliance are non-negotiable priorities for any organization. Whether operating in manufacturing, construction, or any other sector involving contractors, maintaining stringent safety standards is crucial for legal adherence and ethical and operational reasons. However, managing safety across a diverse workforce that includes contractors presents unique challenges. This article […]
The American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) announced on September 10 that its Heat Stress Mobile App is now available to help workers, employers, and safety professionals address the increased risk of heat illnesses posed by rising temperatures. The app, available for Android and Apple mobile phones, was developed by heat safety experts from the AIHA’s […]
Workplace safety is a critical concern for any organization, whether it’s a manufacturing facility, construction site, or office environment. Employers invest heavily in training, safety protocols, and compliance measures to create a secure working environment. However, when it comes to managing risks, contractors often present a unique set of challenges that can heighten workplace safety […]
In this installment of EHSDA Shorts, Monica Patel, Product Manager, KPA, Dustin Baxter, Account Executive, KPA, and Kat McConnell, host of KPA’s “The Safety Meeting Podcast,” talk about how EHS technology can address modern safety challenges.
On episode 219 of EHS On Tap, Vernon O’Donnell, CEO of Voxel, talks about how computer vision and AI are changing workplace safety.