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123. Innovations in Workplace Safety – Virtual Reality
An emerging technology thats gaining traction as a viable tool for safety training is virtual reality. Learn more by listening to this brief podcast.
122. Keeping Safety a Priority while Dealing with the Challenges of a Labor Shortage
Employers in all industries are dealing with a significant problem: a shortage of employees. This was initially triggered by the pandemic, which caused many to lose their jobs as many employers were forced to reduce or temporarily shutter their operations
121. Do You Use Proper Ergonomics When Sitting at a Desk?
We can address ergonomic issues by having a good understanding of the concepts of neutral posture and what it looks like. Learn more by listening to this short podcast.
120. OSHA’s Willful Violation
A willful violation as a violation in which the employer either knowingly failed to comply with a legal requirement, in other words, purposeful disregard, or acted with plain indifference to employee safety. Learn more by listening to this short podcast.
119. Combatting Complacency
Safety complacency, while very dangerous, is avoidable. Listen to this short podcast to learn more.
118. Watch Out for Black Ice
Black ice is especially dangerous because it often goes undetected until its too late. Learn more by listening to this brief podcast.
117. Defensive Driving
Learn about some things to consider if youre building or modifying a defensive driving program for your company.
116. Winter Weather Preparedness for Drivers
There are steps employers and drivers can take to prepare for unexpected and dangerous travel conditions.
115. Invest in Your Employees and Company with a Smoking Cessation Program
Whatever the reasons are, providing your employees with a smoking cessation program will have many benefits for them, as well as your company.
114. Mental Health and Suicide Prevention in the Construction Industry
While most people understand the physical risks associated with construction work, not many realize theres also a very real mental health risk associated with construction work.