Tag: Fire Prevention Week

EHSDA Song of the Week: Burnin’ for You

By Jay Kumar, Editor, EHS Daily Advisor Oct 4, 2024 Song of the Week

Updated: Oct 4, 2024

When people think of October, they tend to think of the beginning of fall or Halloween, but it’s also Fire Prevention Month. Fire safety is obviously a huge part of workplace safety. In honor of that (and next week being Fire Prevention Week), the Song of the Week returns with a hard rock classic from […]

Back to Basics: Fire Safety and Prevention

By Grace Hatfield, EHS Daily Advisor Oct 10, 2022 Back to Basics

Updated: Oct 10, 2022

Back to Basics is a weekly feature that highlights important but possibly overlooked information that any EHS professional should know. This week, we examine OSHA’s standards for fire safety and prevention. This week, October 9-15, is Fire Prevention Week. This national week of observance is the longest-running public health observance in United States history, according […]

Back to Basics: Be Prepared for Fire Hazards in the Workplace

By Jay Kumar, Editor, EHS Daily Advisor Oct 4, 2021 Back to Basics

Updated: Oct 4, 2021

Back to Basics is a weekly feature that highlights important but possibly overlooked information that any EHS professional should know. To mark Fire Prevention Week, we examine how to train workers about fire hazards in the workplace. When it comes to workplace safety, it doesn’t get more basic than fire safety. That said, it’s never […]

SAFETY NET: A Look at the Current Landscape of Connected Safety

SAFETY NET: A Look at the Current Landscape of Connected Safety In the modern world, safety has transcended beyond traditional boundaries. The advent of modern technologies, coupled with the increasing reliance on digital connectivity, has ushered in an era where safety is not merely a standalone function, but a collaborative, interconnected system. This system is […]

American Red Cross Introduces New Elevate SMART Manikin Training Solution

EHS Daily Advisor Staff

The American Red Cross and Elevate Healthcare, Inc. in September released the new, innovative ElevateTM SMART Manikin training solution designed for First Aid/CPR/AED and Basic Life Support (BLS) education and skills assessment.

Benchmark Gensuite Announces Responsio to Enhance Disclosure Response

EHS Daily Advisor Staff

Benchmark Gensuite, an industry-leading EHS and sustainability platform provider, has launched Responsio, its first end-to-end AI product designed to transform how organizations manage and respond to the increasing complexity and volume of incoming requests for ESG, sustainability, and EHS data.

Highwire Advances Construction Subcontractor Risk Management with New Prequalification Solution

EHS Daily Advisor Staff

Highwire’s new Prequalification solution enables general contractors to assess their subcontractors’ default and safety risk by evaluating a wide range of factors, including financial viability, capabilities, experience, pending litigation, and past defaults.

Distinctive Reporting: 5 Key Differences Between Accident vs Incident Reporting

Understand OSHA Requirements and Protect Your Organization In safety reporting, understanding the distinction between accidents and incidents is essential to ensure compliance and safeguard your workplace. Our latest eGuide breaks down the 5 critical differences between accident and incident reporting, helping you avoid costly mistakes and improve safety outcomes. You’ll also gain insights into the […]

SAFETY NET: A Look at the Current Landscape of Connected Safety

Distinctive Reporting: 5 Key Differences Between Accident vs Incident Reporting

Guide to Safety Training in High-Hazard Industries

Health and safety training is crucial for maintaininga secure workplace, empowering teams, and safeguarding their well-being. However, subpar training programs can lead to severe consequences such as accidents, injuries, and lawsuits—events that can potentially cripple a business beyond recovery. The good news? It doesn’t have to be that way! With the right training, your teams […]

State Testing Laws and Oral Fluid Article

Oral fluid testing is rapidly becoming the preferred method for drug testing. Recent federal approvals and new state laws in California and Washington have accelerated this trend, making oral fluid testing a key tool for both workplace and DUI enforcement. California and Washington have enacted laws that restrict drug testing based on non-psychoactive cannabis metabolites, […]