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  Leadership

  Succeeding with Safety - Football Style

  Here's a fun fact: no football coach has ever had to convince their team to want to win a game.All players want to win. It's in our nature. We're competitive...

  By: Bryan McWhorter | Lead Safety Advisor, Author, Writer, Speaker

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  EHS Programs

  What Safety Professionals Need to Know About HACCP Systems

  Every worksite has its share of risks, but food safety requires a specialized approach to keep its hazards in check. The potential consequences for oversights and...

  By: Daniel Clark

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  Hearing Protection

  A Primer on the Noise Reduction Rating (NRR)

  There are a number of factors to consider when purchasing hearing protection, including fit and comfort. But one of the most important considerations is the...

  By: Karoly Ban Matei | HR and Safety Manager

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  EHS Programs

  How to Implement Standard Work Instructions and Improve Safety

  Standard work instructions (SWIs) aren't just a formality. They're a blueprint for getting work done efficiently and safely.People are less likely to get hurt...

  By: Bryan McWhorter | Lead Safety Advisor, Author, Writer, Speaker

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  HAZMAT

  How to Prepare for Chemical Spills in the Workplace

  When working with hazardous chemicals, preparation is key. The old mitigation strategy of "just throw some sawdust on it" doesn't cut it - although spill...

  By: Daniel Clark

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  HAZMAT

  What Is Secondary Exposure to Asbestos and How Can You Prevent It?

  Asbestos exposure doesn't always end at work. Unfortunately, whenever an employee is at risk of exposure, so are their loved ones.That's because of a phenomenon...

  By: Safeopedia Staff

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  EHS Programs

  Addressing Safety Challenges in Clean Room Environments

  Clean rooms are unique work environments, complete with unique challenges for safety professionals.Clean rooms are found in different industries and in various types of...

  By: Henry Skjerven

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  EHS Programs

  How to Manage Heat Stress in Open Pit Mining Operations

  Safety professionals know that managing heat stress is critical for ensuring both worker safety and worker comfort.I have helped companies and their employees deal with...

  By: Henry Skjerven

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  EHS Programs

  Top 10 Tips for Increasing Warehouse Safety

  In the Washington Post, Jay Greene and Chris Alcantara reported that Amazon warehouse workers suffer serious injuries at higher rates than other firms. Since Amazon is...

  By: Jack Rubinger

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  Best Practices

  Heavy Metals and Respiratory Safety: What Manufacturers Need to Know

  The periodic table of elements is a representation of the basic matter that comprises all things on Earth. Some of these elements are familiar metals like copper, lead,...

  By: Jack Rubinger

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  Leadership

  What's the Difference Between Safety Leadership and Safety Management?

  The occupational health and safety literature is dominated by titles that refer to safety leadership or safety management. In recent years, however, we've seen a...

  By: Karoly Ban Matei | HR and Safety Manager

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  Safety Culture

  Building a Strong and Resilient Safety Culture Starts with the C-Suite

  Every organization wants to achieve a strong and resilient safety culture. In my conversations with safety leaders, I've found that every single one of them...

  By: Tyler Davey