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Knowledge of human factors goes beyond understanding individual employees to include many other aspects of the modern workplace. It is a fascinating study of interrelated elements and behaviors that allows… Read More about Understanding Human Factors in Occupational Safety

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Emergency Planning & Preparedness for Today’s Workplace

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The Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and National Safety Council all provide valuable resources for safety professionals who seek to create robust and comprehensive… Read More about Emergency Planning & Preparedness for Today’s Workplace

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ESH Compliance: General Industry Guidelines

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ESH – Environmental, Safety and Health – compliance involves a multi-pronged approach to managing the various aspects of workplace safety in accordance with state and federal regulations. The most successful… Read More about ESH Compliance: General Industry Guidelines

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Top Hazardous Materials In American Industries

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Hazardous materials and wastes are defined by the Environmental Protection Agency as those that are potentially harmful to human health and the environment. In the United States, there are four… Read More about Top Hazardous Materials In American Industries

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The Demand for Safety Professionals in the U.S

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With the steady flow of retirements among baby boomer-aged health and safety professionals in this country, it appears more than likely that the gap will be widening between the number… Read More about The Demand for Safety Professionals in the U.S

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Concussions Management for School Safety Professionals

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School has started! So has athletics. Most athletes are already practicing. The safety of our athletes is first priority. Approximately 400,000 concussions occurred in the 2008 to 2009 school year… Read More about Concussions Management for School Safety Professionals

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A Basic Guide to Pre-Fire Management

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Between 1990 and today, more than 17,000 homes have been destroyed in wildfires in California alone. Numerous lives have been lost in the process and many left with lifetime injuries.… Read More about A Basic Guide to Pre-Fire Management

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School Security: Managing Threat Assessment

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There can be no question that the problem of school-related violence is a serious issue. Although significant efforts have been made to identify students who are considered a high risk… Read More about School Security: Managing Threat Assessment

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Using a Love of Donuts to Discuss & Explain Safety Management Systems (SMS) to International Students

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By Troy A. Rawlins, Ed.D., MPA, BS Eastern Kentucky University Troy.Rawlins@eku.edu (859) 622-1053 Donuts are arguably one of the most familiar and delicious pastry the world has ever known, bar… Read More about Using a Love of Donuts to Discuss & Explain Safety Management Systems (SMS) to International Students

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