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56. <title>The Art of Negotiation: An Essential Soft Skill for Leaders</title>
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58. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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65. <title>Unified EHS Systems: Streamlining Compliance and Safety</title>
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67. <pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2024 04:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
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70. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Within Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS), many organizations face the daunting challenge of managing fragmented systems and data silos. This can often feel like navigating a complex maze, where every turn presents a new obstacle. However, there is a solution that can transform your approach to risk management. &lt;/p&gt...]]>
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74. <title>HSI April Newsletter</title>
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79. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Date&lt;/strong&gt;: Tuesday, April 23, 2024&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Time&lt;/strong&gt;: 11:00 p.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. CT / 2:00 p.m. PT&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The question we get asked most often is “What safety training do I need?” &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The OSHA manuals are dense, regulations are difficult to understand, and matching your workplace hazards to training...]]>
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83. <title>California SB 553 Workplace Violence Prevention Law: All States Listen Up!</title>
84. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/california-sb-553-law-workplace-violence-prevention-law-all-states-listen-up</link>
85. <pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2024 06:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
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88. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;California employers are not the only ones who should be focusing on the new California SB 553 Bill that has turned into the Workplace Violence Prevention Law! &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the new law, California employers must have a workplace violence prevention plan in place effective July 1, 2024. A...]]>
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91. <item>
92. <title>Importance of Training to Help Prevent Workplace Violence</title>
93. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/importance-of-training-to-help-prevent-workplace-violence</link>
94. <pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2024 08:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
95. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/importance-of-training-to-help-prevent-workplace-violence</guid>
96. <description>
97. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Workplace violence is a serious issue that affects millions of American workers every year. Verbal threats, harassment, physical assaults, and other forms of violent behavior can have severe consequences for both employees and businesses.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;April is &lt;a href=&quot;https://hr.nih.gov/working-nih/civil/workplace-violence-prevention-awareness-month&quot;&gt;Workplace Violence Prevention Awareness Month&lt;/a&gt; which aims to increase awareness to recognize...]]>
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100. <item>
101. <title>Implementing Mental Health into Your OHS Program</title>
102. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/implementing-mental-health-into-your-ohs-program</link>
103. <pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2024 08:38:00 -0700</pubDate>
104. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/implementing-mental-health-into-your-ohs-program</guid>
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106. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Occupational health and safety&lt;/strong&gt; has been at the forefront of employers’ minds for decades, with some safety organizations getting their start in the early 1900s and, of course, &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/aboutosha&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;OSHA&lt;/a&gt; being formed in 1971. However, &lt;strong&gt;mental health&lt;/strong&gt; is often not considered on the same level as...]]>
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110. <title>Modernizing EHS Beyond Compliance: Embracing a Holistic Approach</title>
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112. <pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
113. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/modernizing-ehs-holistic-approach</guid>
114. <description>
115. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Struggling to keep up with Environmental, Health, &amp;amp; Safety (EHS) regulations and feeling overwhelmed by the risks and complexities of workplace safety?&lt;/strong&gt; You&#039;re not alone. Many organizations find their traditional compliance-driven EHS approaches inadequate, exposing them to potential workplace accidents, environmental incidents, and reputational harm. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Thankfully, there&#039;s a...]]>
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118. <item>
119. <title>Time Bandits: Overcoming Time Management Challenges</title>
120. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/time-bandits-overcoming-time-management-challenges</link>
121. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
122. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/time-bandits-overcoming-time-management-challenges</guid>
123. <description>
124. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Overcoming time management challenges in the workplace is serious business. Research by &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.zippia.com/advice/time-management-statistics/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Zippia&lt;/a&gt; shows organizations in the United States suffer losses of approximately $588 billion due to distractions at work. Research also reveals that 82% of employees lack an effective way to manage their time...]]>
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127. <item>
128. <title>Transform Your EHS Strategy with Effective Data Management</title>
129. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/overcoming-ehs-data-challenges</link>
130. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 03:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
131. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/overcoming-ehs-data-challenges</guid>
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133. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Are you struggling to navigate the overwhelming data in your Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program?&lt;/strong&gt; The immense volume and complexity of information can leave you scrambling to piece together disjointed data, combat outdated collection methods, and grapple with data silos that obscure a clear view of your safety...]]>
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137. <title>HSI March Newsletter</title>
138. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-march-2024</link>
139. <pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2024 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
140. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-march-2024</guid>
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142. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Date&lt;/strong&gt;: Wednesday, March 20, 2024&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Time&lt;/strong&gt;: 1:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. CT / 10:00 a.m. PT&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Join HSI and Power Grid International to discover how utilities can streamline safety, risk, and compliance processes. Our experts will demonstrate the simplicity of consolidating incident management, asset management, and other tasks...]]>
143. </description>
144. </item>
145. <item>
146. <title>Actively Listening? [Say Whaaaaat?]</title>
147. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/actively-listening-say-whaaaaat</link>
148. <pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2024 06:11:00 -0800</pubDate>
149. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/actively-listening-say-whaaaaat</guid>
150. <description>
151. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Of course, you’re actively listening!!! Right? Perhaps and perhaps not! &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What does it mean to be an active listener, and why is it so important? Organizations heavily rely on conversations that are critical to their ultimate success. To fully understand the message, employees must &lt;em&gt;actively l&lt;/em&gt;isten. Otherwise, successful...]]>
152. </description>
153. </item>
154. <item>
155. <title>Choosing a Flexible Emergency Care Training Provider: Why It Matters</title>
156. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/choosing-a-flexible-emergency-care-training-provider-why-it-matters</link>
157. <pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 08:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
158. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/choosing-a-flexible-emergency-care-training-provider-why-it-matters</guid>
159. <description>
160. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;There are a handful of emergency care training brands to consider when choosing CPR, AED, First Aid and active shooter training programs. Training Centers must strike a balance between offering high-quality programs that promote learning and retention, and cost-effectiveness for both the Training Center and its customers. To address...]]>
161. </description>
162. </item>
163. <item>
164. <title>The Financial Impact of EHS: Cost Savings and Revenue Generation</title>
165. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/ehs-programs-financial-impact</link>
166. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 03:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
167. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/ehs-programs-financial-impact</guid>
168. <description>
169. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you work in safety, operations, or management, you know that Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) is not just about following regulations and preventing accidents. It&#039;s also a significant financial factor. Poor EHS practices can cost your company more than you think, not only in direct expenses but also...]]>
170. </description>
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172. <item>
173. <title>Risk Management Smarts: Retail Safety Skills Training</title>
174. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/risk-management-smarts-retail-safety-skills-training</link>
175. <pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2024 06:02:00 -0800</pubDate>
176. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/risk-management-smarts-retail-safety-skills-training</guid>
177. <description>
178. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Retail safety skills training is not only necessary for the well-being of employees, but it’s also &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/blog/4-reasons-to-have-training-for-risk-management&quot;&gt;smart risk management&lt;/a&gt;. According to stats released in December 2023 by the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/2-8-million-workplace-injuries-and-illnesses-in-private-industry-in-2022-up-7-5-percent-from-2021.htm&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)&lt;/a&gt;, private industry nonfatal workplace injuries in 2022 were up 4.5%...]]>
179. </description>
180. </item>
181. <item>
182. <title>Connectivity: The Key Challenge and Opportunity in EHS</title>
183. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/transforming-ehs-with-connectivity</link>
184. <pubDate>Thu, 15 Feb 2024 03:25:00 -0800</pubDate>
185. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/transforming-ehs-with-connectivity</guid>
186. <description>
187. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Many organizations struggle with managing Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) responsibilities due to the fragmented and disconnected systems they use. This often results in data silos and inefficient processes that delay hazard responses and hinder safety management. This article explores the challenges of poor EHS system connectivity and how...]]>
188. </description>
189. </item>
190. <item>
191. <title>HSI February Newsletter</title>
192. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-february-2024</link>
193. <pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2024 19:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
194. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-february-2024</guid>
195. <description>
196. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Date&lt;/strong&gt;: February 28, 2024&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Time&lt;/strong&gt;: 2:00 p.m. ET / 1:00 p.m. CT / 11:00 a.m. PT&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Explore your organization&#039;s EHS readiness with the Global EHS Readiness Index (GERI) Report, the largest survey of its kind. The report benchmarks how companies fare with EHS processes overall, by assessing ten critical...]]>
197. </description>
198. </item>
199. <item>
200. <title>Employee Empowerment: Building Confidence and Initiative with Training</title>
201. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/employee-empowerment-building-confidence-and-initiative-with-training</link>
202. <pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2024 05:52:00 -0800</pubDate>
203. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/employee-empowerment-building-confidence-and-initiative-with-training</guid>
204. <description>
205. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Nothing builds employee empowerment and boosts confidence and initiative like effective training!&lt;/p&gt;
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208. </item>
209. <item>
210. <title>Heart Health Matters</title>
211. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/heart-health-matters</link>
212. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
213. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/heart-health-matters</guid>
214. <description>
215. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;February is &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/education/american-heart-month&quot;&gt;American Heart Month&lt;/a&gt;, giving each of us a chance to refocus on our cardiovascular health. So, let’s brush up on our heart health knowledge for a better understanding of heart disease risk factors and action steps that can be taken to live a heart-healthy lifestyle.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;Who’s...]]>
216. </description>
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218. <item>
219. <title>Reducing the Burden of EHS Administration with Innovative Technology</title>
220. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/reduce-ehs-administrative-burden-technology</link>
221. <pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 04:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
222. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/reduce-ehs-administrative-burden-technology</guid>
223. <description>
224. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Are you tired of the time-consuming and tedious tasks involved in Environmental, Health, &amp;amp; Safety (EHS) administration? As a safety professional or business manager, you may be frustrated with manual data entry, paper-based record-keeping, and disjointed systems. These outdated methods consume time and increase the risk of errors and...]]>
225. </description>
226. </item>
227. <item>
228. <title>How to Stop Workplace Bullying</title>
229. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-stop-workplace-bullying</link>
230. <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jan 2024 17:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
231. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-stop-workplace-bullying</guid>
232. <description>
233. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Don’t tolerate workplace bullying! Unfortunately, most of us have seen or experienced a workplace bully. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Thirty percent of Americans suffer from workplace bullying. This percentage equates to 79.3 million abused workers! And 19% witness bullying, 49% are affected, and 66% are aware that workplace bullying happens. How can...]]>
234. </description>
235. </item>
236. <item>
237. <title>A Pathway to Maturity: Integrating EHS Systems for Enhanced Efficiency and Safety</title>
238. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/ehs-integration-maturity</link>
239. <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2024 03:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
240. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/ehs-integration-maturity</guid>
241. <description>
242. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As a safety professional or operations manager, you&#039;re all too familiar with the endless administrative tasks of traditional &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/ehs-environmental-health-and-safety&quot;&gt;EHS management&lt;/a&gt;. This time-consuming, often manual process can feel like a relentless uphill battle. Picture those hours spent on data entry, the mountains of paperwork, and the struggle to sync...]]>
243. </description>
244. </item>
245. <item>
246. <title>11 Benefits of Sustainability in the Workplace</title>
247. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/11-benefits-of-sustainability-in-the-workplace</link>
248. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2024 06:04:00 -0800</pubDate>
249. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/11-benefits-of-sustainability-in-the-workplace</guid>
250. <description>
251. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Nowadays, sustainability in the workplace is a strategic necessity. And the return on investment is well worth the time and resources.&lt;/p&gt;
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253. </description>
254. </item>
255. <item>
256. <title>How to Avoid Safety Recordkeeping Errors and Citations</title>
257. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-avoid-safety-recordkeeping-errors-citations</link>
258. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
259. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-avoid-safety-recordkeeping-errors-citations</guid>
260. <description>
261. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Failure to maintain current and error-free workplace records can end up costing you loads of money in OSHA violations. Employers especially vulnerable to recordkeeping violations are those with multiple establishments or job sites because these situations present special compliance challenges and more exposure to violations.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In recent years, OSHA...]]>
262. </description>
263. </item>
264. <item>
265. <title>HSI January Newsletter</title>
266. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-january-2024</link>
267. <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
268. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-january-2024</guid>
269. <description>
270. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;2023 was busy for HSI employees and customers. We recorded over 22 million course completions during the year and over 2,000 customers recorded workplace incidents using our EHS platform. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We added or updated 182 interactive safety courses and added more than 145 new courses in our professional skills...]]>
271. </description>
272. </item>
273. <item>
274. <title>10 Ways to Support Pregnant Employees: Know the Laws [+ More!]</title>
275. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/10-ways-to-support-pregnant-employees-know-the-laws-more</link>
276. <pubDate>Thu, 28 Dec 2023 06:10:00 -0800</pubDate>
277. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/10-ways-to-support-pregnant-employees-know-the-laws-more</guid>
278. <description>
279. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s hard to fathom, that pregnancy discrimination still exists. Since the start of FY 2011, the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.eeoc.gov/fact-sheet-recent-eeoc-pregnancy-discrimination-litigation&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)&lt;/a&gt; has recovered approximately $4.4 million for victims of pregnancy discrimination through its litigation program. Sadly, discrimination-related lawsuits have involved workers in all segments...]]>
280. </description>
281. </item>
282. <item>
283. <title>How to Make Compliance Training Memorable</title>
284. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-make-compliance-training-memorable</link>
285. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2023 07:45:00 -0800</pubDate>
286. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-make-compliance-training-memorable</guid>
287. <description>
288. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Can compliance training be as memorable as Julie Andrews spinning and singing in the Austrian Alps? Or Rhett Butler telling Scarlett O’Hara in Gone with the Wind, “Frankly, my dear, I don’t give a damn”? It could be, if it makes a significant impression on the learner. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The...]]>
289. </description>
290. </item>
291. <item>
292. <title>HSI December Newsletter</title>
293. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-december-2023</link>
294. <pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
295. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-december-2023</guid>
296. <description>
297. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;How vulnerable is your organization? What EHS risks are you missing? How does your work compare to 1,000 others across the globe? Focus Network and HSI have just released the Global EHS Readiness Index (GERI) Report. This report benchmarks the overall program maturity of organizations by assessing 10 capability...]]>
298. </description>
299. </item>
300. <item>
301. <title>Warehouse Safety</title>
302. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/warehouse-safety</link>
303. <pubDate>Fri, 08 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
304. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/warehouse-safety</guid>
305. <description>
306. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;There are many types of warehouses, each with their own unique purpose, from distribution centers or dropship facilities to cold storage, customs warehouses, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/chemical-management&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;hazardous materials&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; centers, and more. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This also means that warehouse employees can be exposed to many different hazards, and it is...]]>
307. </description>
308. </item>
309. <item>
310. <title>STOP Discrimination and Harassment in the Workplace NOW!</title>
311. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/stop-discrimination-and-harassment-in-the-workplace-now</link>
312. <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2023 06:34:00 -0800</pubDate>
313. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/stop-discrimination-and-harassment-in-the-workplace-now</guid>
314. <description>
315. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Companies need senior management and HR to lead the way to prevent workplace discrimination and harassment. Discrimination quickly breeds a hostile work environment. Productivity dramatically drops, and employees make a mass exodus. Companies could take years to rebuild their reputation and recoup the monetary losses. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;It is the...]]>
316. </description>
317. </item>
318. <item>
319. <title>Mitigating Warehouse Safety Hazards During High Demand</title>
320. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/mitigating-warehouse-safety-hazards-during-high-demand</link>
321. <pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
322. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/mitigating-warehouse-safety-hazards-during-high-demand</guid>
323. <description>
324. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of warehouse employees — reaching more than &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bls.gov/iag/tgs/iag493.htm#workforce&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;1.8 million U.S. workers&lt;/a&gt; in 2023. But there has also been a rise in the number and size of new warehouses being built. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt...]]>
325. </description>
326. </item>
327. <item>
328. <title>Preventing Injuries During the Holiday Season</title>
329. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/preventing-injuries-during-the-holiday-season</link>
330. <pubDate>Mon, 20 Nov 2023 08:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
331. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/preventing-injuries-during-the-holiday-season</guid>
332. <description>
333. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The months of November through January are filled with festive holidays. Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and New Year celebrations provide opportunities to put up decorations, gather with friends and family, share holiday meals, and exchange gifts. But accidents and injuries can quickly put a damper on your holiday plans...]]>
334. </description>
335. </item>
336. <item>
337. <title>HSI November Newsletter</title>
338. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-november-2023</link>
339. <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2023 14:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
340. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-november-2023</guid>
341. <description>
342. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Thursday, November 30, 2023 &lt;br /&gt;10 a.m. PT | 12 p.m. CT | 1 p.m. ET&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;You’ve probably heard the term Environmental and Social Governance (ESG) and didn’t think much of it or thought “that’s for large corporations and is about pollution and the environment, I don’t need to...]]>
343. </description>
344. </item>
345. <item>
346. <title>Why is Sales Training Important? 12 Musts in a Learning Solutions Partner</title>
347. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-is-sales-training-important-12-must-haves-in-a-learning-solutions-partner</link>
348. <pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2023 06:10:00 -0800</pubDate>
349. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-is-sales-training-important-12-must-haves-in-a-learning-solutions-partner</guid>
350. <description>
351. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Sales training is crucial! How much new business would your organization acquire and retain without high-performing sales teams? Selecting the right learning solutions partner is vital to a profitable sales training program.&lt;/p&gt;
352. ]]>
353. </description>
354. </item>
355. <item>
356. <title>Extreme Cold Weather Grid Operations, Preparedness, and Coordination SAR</title>
357. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/extreme-cold-weather-grid-operations-preparedness-and-coordination-sar-2</link>
358. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2023 07:32:00 -0800</pubDate>
359. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/extreme-cold-weather-grid-operations-preparedness-and-coordination-sar-2</guid>
360. <description>
361. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The Standards Authorization Request (SAR) related to cold weather grid operations submitted October 6, 2021, began a series of technical document development, revisions to existing standards, and creation of new standards. While state entities like the Texas Public Utility Commission have taken immediate steps to require generators and transmission...]]>
362. </description>
363. </item>
364. <item>
365. <title>Benefits of Adding Harassment Training to Improve the Impact of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Training</title>
366. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/benefits-of-adding-harassment-training-to-improve-the-impact-of-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-dei-training</link>
367. <pubDate>Thu, 26 Oct 2023 06:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
368. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/benefits-of-adding-harassment-training-to-improve-the-impact-of-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-dei-training</guid>
369. <description>
370. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Adding harassment training to DEI training programs can have a favorable impact on an organization’s culture. Integrating these two trainings creates a cohesive approach to fostering a &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/employee-training-and-development/respectful-workplace-training&quot;&gt;respectful and inclusive workplace.&lt;/a&gt; Not to mention protecting the company’s image, reputation, credibility, and bottom line. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What is Compliance Harassment...]]>
371. </description>
372. </item>
373. <item>
374. <title>Tips for Selling EHS Internally to Your CFO</title>
375. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-selling-ehs-internally-to-your-cfo</link>
376. <pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2023 04:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
377. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-selling-ehs-internally-to-your-cfo</guid>
378. <description>
379. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The approach you take when selling to different levels of management can look quite different. Safety professionals want to hear about training and compliance, while CEOs are likely to look for potential growth opportunities by introducing new software.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;But CFOs are typically concerned with monetary risks and, of...]]>
380. </description>
381. </item>
382. <item>
383. <title>The Ins &amp; Outs of an Effective Harassment Training Program: Consistency in Training by Using Online Training</title>
384. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-ins-outs-of-an-effective-harassment-training-program-consistency-in-training-by-using-online-training</link>
385. <pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 07:10:00 -0700</pubDate>
386. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-ins-outs-of-an-effective-harassment-training-program-consistency-in-training-by-using-online-training</guid>
387. <description>
388. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;What does an &lt;strong&gt;effective&lt;/strong&gt; harassment training program &lt;em&gt;really&lt;/em&gt; mean? &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The United States workforce has come a long way since the 1970s and prior years when women were discouraged from holding leadership positions and were dealing with open harassment daily. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Even with all these past efforts, harassment continues...]]>
389. </description>
390. </item>
391. <item>
392. <title>4 CPR Feedback Devices That Improve Student Performance</title>
393. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/4-cpr-feedback-devices-that-improve-student-performance</link>
394. <pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 08:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
395. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/4-cpr-feedback-devices-that-improve-student-performance</guid>
396. <description>
397. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;CPR feedback devices can provide valuable audio and visual feedback for the rate and depth of compressions while training to improve student performance. But are you required to use instrumented directive feedback devices or manikins for CPR courses?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;CPR feedback devices transmit evaluative or corrective information on compression rate...]]>
398. </description>
399. </item>
400. <item>
401. <title>Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month with Disability Awareness Activities</title>
402. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/celebrate-national-disability-employment-awareness-month-with-disability-awareness-activities</link>
403. <pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 06:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
404. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/celebrate-national-disability-employment-awareness-month-with-disability-awareness-activities</guid>
405. <description>
406. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s time to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) with disability awareness activities. Let’s celebrate the contributions of workers in the United States with disabilities past and present and showcase supportive, inclusive employment policies and best practices that benefit employers and employees. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What is a Disability?&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;/h2&gt...]]>
407. </description>
408. </item>
409. <item>
410. <title>HSI October Newsletter</title>
411. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-october-2023</link>
412. <pubDate>Mon, 09 Oct 2023 23:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
413. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-october-2023</guid>
414. <description>
415. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Wednesday, November 8, 2023 &lt;br /&gt;11 a.m. PT | 1 p.m. CT | 2 p.m. ET&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Interested in discovering how our interconnected platform provides valuable insights and promotes engagement? In this webinar, our experts demonstrate the seamless allocation of proactive and corrective training, whether stemming from incidents, near misses...]]>
416. </description>
417. </item>
418. <item>
419. <title>Ways Soft Skills Training Supports Company Core Values [+ Examples]</title>
420. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/ways-soft-skills-training-supports-company-core-values-examples</link>
421. <pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2023 06:45:00 -0700</pubDate>
422. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/ways-soft-skills-training-supports-company-core-values-examples</guid>
423. <description>
424. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;How can companies instill their core values into the soul of their organization? The simple answer is through soft skills training. Training can significantly support a company’s core values by enhancing employees’ interpersonal skills and intrapersonal attributes. Soft skills play a critical role in fostering a collaborative, productive, and...]]>
425. </description>
426. </item>
427. <item>
428. <title>Top 12 Myths About Sudden Cardiac Arrest</title>
429. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/top-12-myths-about-sudden-cardiac-arrest</link>
430. <pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 08:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
431. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/top-12-myths-about-sudden-cardiac-arrest</guid>
432. <description>
433. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating. Despite its prevalence, there are many common misconceptions about sudden cardiac arrest that can hinder our ability to respond effectively. So, for Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month, let’s debunk the top...]]>
434. </description>
435. </item>
436. <item>
437. <title>7 Tips to Successful Onboarding [+ Remote Onboarding Advice]</title>
438. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/7-tips-to-successful-onboarding-remote-onboarding-advice</link>
439. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2023 06:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
440. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/7-tips-to-successful-onboarding-remote-onboarding-advice</guid>
441. <description>
442. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;What are the two most critical factors for successful on-site or remote onboarding programs? First and foremost, new hires must get started on the right foot. Secondly, new information overload must be minimized. This is accomplished by creating a culture of belonging and continuous learning. When put into practice...]]>
443. </description>
444. </item>
445. <item>
446. <title>6 Essential Questions Every CFO Wants To Know About EHS Software</title>
447. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/6-questions-every-cfo-wants-to-know-about-ehs-software</link>
448. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Sep 2023 04:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
449. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/6-questions-every-cfo-wants-to-know-about-ehs-software</guid>
450. <description>
451. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Finding a new product to incorporate into your organization’s safety program is often exciting, but it can be tricky to take this prospect up to your boss, or your boss’s boss! However, it is imperative you get upper-level support, so it is imperative you think about how to address...]]>
452. </description>
453. </item>
454. <item>
455. <title>Tips for Making On-the-Job Training Successful</title>
456. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-making-on-the-job-training-successful</link>
457. <pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2023 09:37:00 -0700</pubDate>
458. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-making-on-the-job-training-successful</guid>
459. <description>
460. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Throughout our working careers, we are all bound to have a range of encounters with On-the-Job Training (OJT). In some roles we may have received structured OJT, while in others it may have been less organized or perhaps even nonexistent. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In general, OJT occurs when one person, most...]]>
461. </description>
462. </item>
463. <item>
464. <title>HSI September Newsletter</title>
465. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-september-2023</link>
466. <pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2023 17:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
467. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-september-2023</guid>
468. <description>
469. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Don’t miss your chance to join 1000+ Health &amp;amp; Safety leaders, spanning all industries, in a global movement that&#039;s setting the benchmark for EHS excellence. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;As Health &amp;amp; Safety leaders strive to create sustainable, safer workplaces amidst rising complexity, many are reliant on outdated systems and processes that...]]>
470. </description>
471. </item>
472. <item>
473. <title>On-Demand Webinar Recap: Stop Yelling at Me!</title>
474. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/on-demand-webinar-recap-stop-yelling-at-me</link>
475. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
476. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/on-demand-webinar-recap-stop-yelling-at-me</guid>
477. <description>
478. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;No matter where you work or what job you have, &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/blog/communication-is-at-the-heart-of-soft-skills-training&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;communication&lt;/a&gt; matters. We need to communicate with bosses, coworkers, and subordinates. Sometimes, workplace conversations can become contentious, due to either a difficult topic or emotions boiling over.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;But why does this happen? And how can...]]>
479. </description>
480. </item>
481. <item>
482. <title>World First Aid Day: Why First Aid Skills Are Important</title>
483. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/world-first-aid-day-why-first-aid-skills-are-important</link>
484. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 08:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
485. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/world-first-aid-day-why-first-aid-skills-are-important</guid>
486. <description>
487. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The second Saturday of September marks World First Aid Day, providing an opportunity to further raise awareness about how first aid saves lives in critical situations.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.globalfirstaidcentre.org/world-first-aid-day-2/&quot;&gt;Global First Aid Reference Centre&lt;/a&gt;, World First Aid Day highlights the importance of first aid around the globe as:&lt;/p&gt...]]>
488. </description>
489. </item>
490. <item>
491. <title>8 Ways Soft Skills Training Fosters Innovation</title>
492. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/8-ways-soft-skills-training-fosters-innovation</link>
493. <pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 06:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
494. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/8-ways-soft-skills-training-fosters-innovation</guid>
495. <description>
496. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Soft skills training fosters innovation. Incorporating &lt;a href=&quot;https://blog.blueoceanbrain.com/blog/developing-soft-skills-can-contribute-hard-roi&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;soft skills training&lt;/a&gt; into employees’ &lt;a href=&quot;https://blog.blueoceanbrain.com/blog/3-best-practices-when-developing-your-talent-development-strategy&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;professional development training programs&lt;/a&gt; not only equips them with the essential skills to innovate but also fosters a culture of innovation within the company. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Now more than ever companies...]]>
497. </description>
498. </item>
499. <item>
500. <title>Extreme Weather for Utilities</title>
501. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/extreme-weather-for-utilities</link>
502. <pubDate>Fri, 18 Aug 2023 06:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
503. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/extreme-weather-for-utilities</guid>
504. <description>
505. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Regardless of varying opinions of the causes of our increasingly severe weather cycles, the effects are indisputable. According to &lt;a href=&quot;https://marketscale.com/industries/building-management/how-does-weather-affect-the-electrical-grid/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;an article in MarketScale&lt;/a&gt;, weather-related power outages in the U.S. have increased 67% since 2000. These weather events include hurricanes, tornadoes, fire, floods, ice storms, and...]]>
506. </description>
507. </item>
508. <item>
509. <title>20th Anniversary of the 2003 Electrical Grid Blackout</title>
510. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/20th-anniversary-of-the-2003-electrical-grid-blackout</link>
511. <pubDate>Mon, 14 Aug 2023 14:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
512. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/20th-anniversary-of-the-2003-electrical-grid-blackout</guid>
513. <description>
514. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s the 20&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt; anniversary of the 2003 Northeast blackout. On August 14, 2003, the largest blackout in North American history occurred. It impacted 50 million people – 40 million in eight U.S. states and 10 million in Ontario. Areas affected extended from New York, Massachusetts, and New Jersey west...]]>
515. </description>
516. </item>
517. <item>
518. <title>Why Personality Assessments are Beneficial in the Workplace</title>
519. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-personality-assessments-are-beneficial-in-the-workplace</link>
520. <pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 05:51:00 -0700</pubDate>
521. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-personality-assessments-are-beneficial-in-the-workplace</guid>
522. <description>
523. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Why are personality assessments beneficial in the workplace? Why does it matter if an employee chooses “false” versus “mostly true” to the assessment question “I like to buy things that are on sale”? How do their answers benefit the organization? &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Personality assessments serve a purpose and are greatly...]]>
524. </description>
525. </item>
526. <item>
527. <title>HSI Has All Your Emergency Care Training Needs</title>
528. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-has-all-your-emergency-care-training-needs</link>
529. <pubDate>Tue, 08 Aug 2023 09:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
530. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-has-all-your-emergency-care-training-needs</guid>
531. <description>
532. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As an emergency care instructor, you have a unique opportunity to impact your community by teaching lifesaving skills — making you the hidden link in the Chain of Survival. Your important role requires you to focus on delivering high-quality CPR, AED and First Aid classes.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;However, being an emergency...]]>
533. </description>
534. </item>
535. <item>
536. <title>OSHA Rule Change: Injury and Illness Reporting</title>
537. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-rule-change-injury-and-illness-reporting</link>
538. <pubDate>Mon, 07 Aug 2023 09:13:00 -0700</pubDate>
539. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-rule-change-injury-and-illness-reporting</guid>
540. <description>
541. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;On July 17, OSHA announced an expansion to their existing &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/news/newsreleases/national/07172023&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;injury and illness reporting rule&lt;/a&gt; that &lt;strong&gt;will take effect starting January&lt;/strong&gt; 1, 2024. Here is a quick rundown of what’s changing, who is affected, and how you can be sure you stay compliant.&lt;/p&gt; ...]]>
542. </description>
543. </item>
544. <item>
545. <title>HSI August Newsletter</title>
546. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-august-2023</link>
547. <pubDate>Mon, 07 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
548. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-august-2023</guid>
549. <description>
550. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;August 30th at 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Our experts Jill James, CSO, and Sara Busche, Product Marketing Manager, will guide you on an informative EHS management, training, and compliance journey, showcasing how to effortlessly assign proactive and corrective training, whether it&#039;s from incidents, near misses, observations...]]>
551. </description>
552. </item>
553. <item>
554. <title>What to Do in a Heart Attack Emergency</title>
555. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-to-do-in-a-heart-attack-emergency</link>
556. <pubDate>Tue, 01 Aug 2023 08:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
557. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-to-do-in-a-heart-attack-emergency</guid>
558. <description>
559. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Each year, about 805,000 Americans have a heart attack – averaging out to about one every 40 seconds. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A heart attack is caused by a blockage or spasm of a coronary artery. It’s essentially a plumbing issue with the heart. This interrupted blood flow causes the heart muscle...]]>
560. </description>
561. </item>
562. <item>
563. <title>Training and Development: An Integral Part of Employee Recruitment and Retention</title>
564. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/training-and-development-an-integral-part-of-employee-recruitment-and-retention</link>
565. <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
566. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/training-and-development-an-integral-part-of-employee-recruitment-and-retention</guid>
567. <description>
568. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Recruitment and retention. Two very important words to an organization’s successful future. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.shrm.org/hr-today/trends-and-forecasting/research-and-surveys/Documents/2022%20Workplace%20Learning%20and%20Development%20Trends%20Report.pdf&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;SHRM’s 2022 Learning &amp;amp; Development Trends Research:&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;More than 8 in 10 HR managers believe training is beneficial to attract (83%) and retain (86%) talent. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;48% of employees agree...]]>
569. </description>
570. </item>
571. <item>
572. <title>Finding the Right Training Method for Your Team</title>
573. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/finding-the-right-training-method-for-your-team</link>
574. <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2023 06:13:00 -0700</pubDate>
575. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/finding-the-right-training-method-for-your-team</guid>
576. <description>
577. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In today&#039;s competitive business environment, it’s more important than ever to invest in employee training programs. But with so many different options, how do you know which is the right training method for your team and organization? &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The first step is to identify your training needs...]]>
578. </description>
579. </item>
580. <item>
581. <title>9 Reasons Teams Avoid Active Shooter Response Training</title>
582. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/9-reasons-teams-avoid-active-shooter-response-training</link>
583. <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2023 08:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
584. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/9-reasons-teams-avoid-active-shooter-response-training</guid>
585. <description>
586. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In recent years, we’ve seen a rise in violence in many parts of the United States. Sometimes it feels like you can’t turn on the TV or scan the internet without hearing about a new tragedy. Schools, businesses, open spaces, and other public places have become targets for mass...]]>
587. </description>
588. </item>
589. <item>
590. <title>Improving Your EHS Program with Soft Skills Training</title>
591. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/improving-your-ehs-program-with-soft-skills-training</link>
592. <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jul 2023 09:36:00 -0700</pubDate>
593. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/improving-your-ehs-program-with-soft-skills-training</guid>
594. <description>
595. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Employee health and safety initiatives impact businesses of all sizes and across industries. &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/blog/top-soft-skills-for-safety-leaders-and-ehs-professionals&quot;&gt;Soft skills&lt;/a&gt;, such as communication, teamwork, and leadership, have a direct impact on the quality of employee engagement and an organization’s ability to adapt, improve, and compete. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;These are not areas which should be...]]>
596. </description>
597. </item>
598. <item>
599. <title>HSI July Newsletter</title>
600. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-july-2023</link>
601. <pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
602. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-july-2023</guid>
603. <description>
604. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The construction industry ranked second to last (21 of 22) in a list of most to least digitized industries. Most industries are more mature in terms of not only adopting data-driven EHS systems but also in having deeply connected EHS ecosystems embedded across all aspects of their business operations...]]>
605. </description>
606. </item>
607. <item>
608. <title>5 Steps to Building an Emotionally Intelligent Team</title>
609. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/5-steps-to-building-an-emotionally-intelligent-team</link>
610. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 06:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
611. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/5-steps-to-building-an-emotionally-intelligent-team</guid>
612. <description>
613. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;What are the steps to building an emotionally intelligent team? Can such teams transform your organization? &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Psychologist Daniel Goleman, author of the best-selling book &lt;em&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26329.Emotional_Intelligence&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ&lt;/a&gt;,&lt;/em&gt; believes emotional intelligence (EQ) can help teams function better, but it’s...]]>
614. </description>
615. </item>
616. <item>
617. <title>Power Plant Safety</title>
618. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/power-plant-safety</link>
619. <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
620. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/power-plant-safety</guid>
621. <description>
622. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Power plants are complex environments that house high-voltage equipment, flammable materials, and hazardous chemicals. A momentary lapse in safety protocols or equipment failure can have catastrophic consequences, resulting in injuries, loss of life, and significant infrastructure damage. Prioritizing safety ensures the protection of workers, nearby communities, and the environment...]]>
623. </description>
624. </item>
625. <item>
626. <title>What is the Pediatric Chain of Survival?</title>
627. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-the-pediatric-chain-of-survival</link>
628. <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2023 08:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
629. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-the-pediatric-chain-of-survival</guid>
630. <description>
631. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The pediatric chain of survival outlines a series of steps and interventions designed to maximize the chances of saving a child’s life. Understanding the pediatric chain of survival empowers parents, caregivers, bystanders and medical professionals to respond quickly and confidently — ensuring the best possible outcomes for children in...]]>
632. </description>
633. </item>
634. <item>
635. <title>HSI June 2023 Newsletter</title>
636. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/june-newsletter-2023</link>
637. <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
638. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/june-newsletter-2023</guid>
639. <description>
640. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Date: June 21, 2023 at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Join HSI Chief Safety Officer Jill James and “Dr. Todd” Loushine as they explore the importance of communication, conflict resolution, and other “soft skills” to improve how you do your job. We’ll have exercises and a...]]>
641. </description>
642. </item>
643. <item>
644. <title>Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls in the Workplace</title>
645. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/slips-trips-and-falls</link>
646. <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
647. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/slips-trips-and-falls</guid>
648. <description>
649. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Each year, a &lt;strong&gt;slip, trip, or fall&lt;/strong&gt; is the cause of roughly 1 in 6 &lt;strong&gt;workplace fatalities&lt;/strong&gt;, in addition to over 200,000 more nonfatal injuries. What kinds of incidents does this category entail? And what can you do in your own workplace to help keep employees safe? Keep reading...]]>
650. </description>
651. </item>
652. <item>
653. <title>Communicating with Emotional Intelligence (EQ)</title>
654. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/communicating-with-emotional-intelligence-eq</link>
655. <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jun 2023 06:13:00 -0700</pubDate>
656. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/communicating-with-emotional-intelligence-eq</guid>
657. <description>
658. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Communicating with emotional intelligence allows us to practice empathy, boost stronger working relationships, and learn from and value co-workers. But how does one communicate with emotional intelligence? &lt;/p&gt; &lt;blockquote&gt;“It is very important to understand that emotional intelligence is not the opposite of intelligence, it is not the triumph of...]]>
659. </description>
660. </item>
661. <item>
662. <title>CPR &amp; AED Awareness Week: 3 Options for Lifesaving Training</title>
663. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/need-a-cpr-class-heres-3-options-for-getting-certified</link>
664. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2023 08:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
665. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/need-a-cpr-class-heres-3-options-for-getting-certified</guid>
666. <description>
667. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Every year since 2007, the first week in June is known as CPR and AED Awareness Week. The goal is to raise awareness of lifesaving CPR and AED usage. Knowing how to properly administer CPR and use automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are two powerful tools that enable anyone to...]]>
668. </description>
669. </item>
670. <item>
671. <title>Destigmatizing Mental Health Issues Through Storytelling</title>
672. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/destigmatizing-mental-health-issues-through-storytelling</link>
673. <pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2023 06:38:00 -0700</pubDate>
674. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/destigmatizing-mental-health-issues-through-storytelling</guid>
675. <description>
676. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Storytelling is a powerful way of destigmatizing mental health concerns in the workplace. If one admits to struggling with anxiety, depression, or any other mental health issues, they’re often concerned that co-workers and even family members will look at them differently. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;One in 5 United States adults experiences...]]>
677. </description>
678. </item>
679. <item>
680. <title>Why is National STOP THE BLEED® Month Important?</title>
681. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-is-national-stop-the-bleed-month-important</link>
682. <pubDate>Tue, 23 May 2023 08:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
683. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-is-national-stop-the-bleed-month-important</guid>
684. <description>
685. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;May is National STOP THE BLEED® Month, and May 25&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt; serves as the 6&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt; annual STOP THE BLEED® Day. This nationwide campaign is a coordinated effort to bring bleeding control knowledge to the general public. The goal is to increase awareness and overall readiness to respond to a bleeding...]]>
686. </description>
687. </item>
688. <item>
689. <title>Tips to Be Calm and Relaxed at Work</title>
690. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-to-be-calm-and-relaxed-at-work</link>
691. <pubDate>Thu, 11 May 2023 05:53:00 -0700</pubDate>
692. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-to-be-calm-and-relaxed-at-work</guid>
693. <description>
694. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;How does one remain calm and relaxed in stressful situations? Tight deadlines. Heavy workload. Demanding manager. And the list of workplace stressors goes on and on. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Workplace stressors are unlikely to disappear, however, one can take steps to remain calm and relaxed. Ready to learn to navigate stress...]]>
695. </description>
696. </item>
697. <item>
698. <title>How to Become a CPR Instructor: For New and Experienced Instructors</title>
699. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-become-a-cpr-instructor-for-new-and-experienced-instructors</link>
700. <pubDate>Wed, 10 May 2023 08:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
701. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-become-a-cpr-instructor-for-new-and-experienced-instructors</guid>
702. <description>
703. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;CPR instructors have the unique opportunity to train community and workplace responders, including healthcare providers, first responders, law enforcement, caregivers, childcare providers, teachers — the list goes on.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;As a CPR instructor, you’ll have the ability to have a long-lasting impact. Afterall, the person you train today could save...]]>
704. </description>
705. </item>
706. <item>
707. <title>HSI May 2023 Newsletter</title>
708. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/may-newsletter-2023</link>
709. <pubDate>Tue, 09 May 2023 04:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
710. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/may-newsletter-2023</guid>
711. <description>
712. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We recently released a huge update to our Enrollments feature, which now allows you to assign corrective training from our EHS platform including incidents, near misses, observation modules, and more, with due dates tracked and progress monitored every step of the way.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Register for the webinar!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Join...]]>
713. </description>
714. </item>
715. <item>
716. <title>Four Benefits of Blended Learning for Power Companies</title>
717. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/4-benefits-blended-learning-for-power-companies</link>
718. <pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2023 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
719. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/4-benefits-blended-learning-for-power-companies</guid>
720. <description>
721. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;One of the biggest challenges power company training teams face is determining the best way to deliver the learning experience. In-person, classroom training has always been a staple for power companies, but online learning has its own unique benefits that can support your training program.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;On the surface...]]>
722. </description>
723. </item>
724. <item>
725. <title>Helping Employees with Disabilities Advance in the Workplace</title>
726. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/helping-employees-with-disabilities-advance-in-the-workplace</link>
727. <pubDate>Fri, 28 Apr 2023 10:40:00 -0700</pubDate>
728. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/helping-employees-with-disabilities-advance-in-the-workplace</guid>
729. <description>
730. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion &lt;a href=&quot;https://blog.blueoceanbrain.com/blog/dei-for-everyone-fostering-dei-for-maximum-impact&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;(DEI) initiatives&lt;/a&gt; call for fairness for all employees &lt;em&gt;including&lt;/em&gt; employees with disabilities in the workplace. One of &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/employee-training-and-development/leadership-training-videos&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;management’s many responsibilities&lt;/a&gt; is to help shape and successfully develop employees’ careers. Employees need management’s guidance and support to advance...]]>
731. </description>
732. </item>
733. <item>
734. <title>A Guide to Creating a Succession Planning Template</title>
735. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/a-guide-to-creating-a-succession-planning-template</link>
736. <pubDate>Fri, 14 Apr 2023 06:48:00 -0700</pubDate>
737. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/a-guide-to-creating-a-succession-planning-template</guid>
738. <description>
739. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;How critical is a succession planning template? Extremely, for organizations with key leaders close to retirement age. Or those with especially skilled leadership positions difficult to fill. It’s also vital for organizations who have not been mentoring a pool of &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/blog/7-steps-for-developing-high-potential-employees&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;High-Potential Employees (HiPos)&lt;/a&gt;. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;It’s...]]>
740. </description>
741. </item>
742. <item>
743. <title>Tips to Avoid Distracted Driving</title>
744. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-to-avoid-distracted-driving</link>
745. <pubDate>Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
746. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-to-avoid-distracted-driving</guid>
747. <description>
748. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When you hear the words “unsafe driving,” you likely think of speeding or drunk driving. But &lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/course-library/safety-compliance/osha/distracted-driving&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;distracted driving&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; results in &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.nhtsa.gov/risky-driving/distracted-driving&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;more than 3,000 deaths&lt;/a&gt; each year, all of which could have easily been avoided with simple care and planning.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;What is...]]>
749. </description>
750. </item>
751. <item>
752. <title>HSI April 2023 Newsletter</title>
753. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-april-newsletter-2023</link>
754. <pubDate>Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
755. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-april-newsletter-2023</guid>
756. <description>
757. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 11 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. CT / 2 p.m. ET&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How can an EHS program help you reduce risk? &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This webinar will give you actionable insight to improve workflow and reduce maintenance downtime and risk. Transition away from spreadsheets, clipboards, and multiple...]]>
758. </description>
759. </item>
760. <item>
761. <title>Tips on Internal Organizational Communication Best Practices</title>
762. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-on-internal-organizational-communication-best-practices</link>
763. <pubDate>Thu, 30 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
764. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-on-internal-organizational-communication-best-practices</guid>
765. <description>
766. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Optimizing organizational communication can powerfully impact an organization&#039;s efficacy and success. For years, poor &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/blog/communication-is-at-the-heart-of-soft-skills-training&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;communication&lt;/a&gt; has been a concern for most employees. And it’s not improving. Almost &lt;a href=&quot;https://online.queens.edu/resources/infographic/communicating-in-the-workplace/#:~:text=39%20percent%20of%20surveyed%20employees%22%20HYPERLINK%20%22https://online.queens.edu/resources/infographic/communicating-in-the-workplace/%23:~:text=39%20percent%20of%20surveyed%20employees&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;40% of all employees believe there is a lack of communication in their company&lt;/a&gt;...]]>
767. </description>
768. </item>
769. <item>
770. <title>Understanding the Proposed IBR Scope Expansion</title>
771. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-proposed-ibr-scope-expansion</link>
772. <pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
773. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-proposed-ibr-scope-expansion</guid>
774. <description>
775. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;To no one’s surprise, the big tent of reliability regulations is expanding to include more invertor based resources, or IBR. On November 17, 2022, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), issued an order directing the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) to file a Work Plan within 90 days...]]>
776. </description>
777. </item>
778. <item>
779. <title>Top Poison Prevention Tips for Families</title>
780. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/top-poison-prevention-tips-for-families</link>
781. <pubDate>Tue, 21 Mar 2023 08:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
782. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/top-poison-prevention-tips-for-families</guid>
783. <description>
784. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Poison centers across the United States respond to more than 2 million poison exposures each year. The vast majority (roughly 93%) of these exposures occur in a residence, meaning your home could pose hidden dangers.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We encourage you to use &lt;a href=&quot;https://poisonhelp.hrsa.gov/what-you-can-do/poison-prevention-week&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;National Poison Prevention Week&lt;/a&gt; as...]]>
785. </description>
786. </item>
787. <item>
788. <title>Brain Health: 15 Cognitive Activities to Help Improve Workplace Skills</title>
789. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/brain-health-15-cognitive-activities-to-help-improve-workplace-skills</link>
790. <pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2023 08:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
791. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/brain-health-15-cognitive-activities-to-help-improve-workplace-skills</guid>
792. <description>
793. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s not only in one’s early childhood that cognitive activities are necessary to keep the brain healthy. Companies should support and encourage cognitive activities to improve critical everyday workplace skills. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Definition of Cognitive Abilities &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the American Psychological Association, cognitive abilities are the skills involved in...]]>
794. </description>
795. </item>
796. <item>
797. <title>HSI March 2023 Newsletter</title>
798. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-march-newsletter-2023</link>
799. <pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
800. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-march-newsletter-2023</guid>
801. <description>
802. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The entire HSI platform has a new look and feel. The update brings all of our solutions together into a single system that allows customers to navigate between our LMS, EHS, SDS, and more, all within a singular user interface. An all-in-one platform for safety training, professional development, EHS...]]>
803. </description>
804. </item>
805. <item>
806. <title>What Does Authentic Leadership Mean?</title>
807. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-does-authentic-leadership-mean</link>
808. <pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2023 06:04:00 -0800</pubDate>
809. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-does-authentic-leadership-mean</guid>
810. <description>
811. <![CDATA[ &lt;blockquote&gt;&lt;em&gt;“Authentic leadership&lt;/em&gt; is the full expression of “me” for the benefit of “we.” - Henna Inam, author of Wired for Authenticity: Seven Practices to Inspire, Adapt, &amp;amp; Lead&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2019/06/18/great-cultures-begin-with-authentic-leaders/?sh=5da9c8b976a7&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;75% of employees want to experience more authentic leaders at work,&lt;/a&gt; according to Harvard Business Review. Authentic...]]>
812. </description>
813. </item>
814. <item>
815. <title>First Responder Continuing Education Training: Courses and Subscriptions</title>
816. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/first-responder-continuing-education-training-courses-and-subscriptions</link>
817. <pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
818. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/first-responder-continuing-education-training-courses-and-subscriptions</guid>
819. <description>
820. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;EMS Continuing Education (CE) requirements can be time-consuming and costly for first responders and their agencies or departments. But with First Responder CE Training provided by HSI, you can reduce overhead and maximize convenience with online courses for EMS professionals.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Our video-based, self-directed courses feature noted EMS experts, engaging...]]>
821. </description>
822. </item>
823. <item>
824. <title>How to Build Authentic Leadership Through Storytelling</title>
825. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-build-authentic-leadership-through-storytelling</link>
826. <pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 06:06:00 -0800</pubDate>
827. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-build-authentic-leadership-through-storytelling</guid>
828. <description>
829. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Why build authentic leadership through storytelling? Think about the impact Pixar movies have not only on kids but adults, too! For example, &lt;em&gt;Cars&lt;/em&gt; teaches how to be a respected and strong leader. Remember Lightning McQueen going through the process of self-discovery and learning what it takes to be an...]]>
830. </description>
831. </item>
832. <item>
833. <title>HSI February 2023 Newsletter</title>
834. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-february-newsletter-2023</link>
835. <pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
836. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-february-newsletter-2023</guid>
837. <description>
838. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Join us Thursday 2/16 at 9am PT/12pm ET to learn about EHS Essentials: an out-of-the-box solution to safety management. Getting started with an EHS platform doesn’t have to be difficult, time-consuming or expensive. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a class=&quot;button outline blue small&quot; href=&quot;https://www.bigmarker.com/safetyskills/EHS-Essentials&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Learn More&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; ...]]>
839. </description>
840. </item>
841. <item>
842. <title>Everything You Need to Know About the NERC Certification Exam</title>
843. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-nerc-exam</link>
844. <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2023 02:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
845. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-nerc-exam</guid>
846. <description>
847. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Electric power is something most people don’t think about until it isn’t there. How do power utilities make sure the power stays on? Without an in-depth explanation of electric system reporting and regulations, we’ve provided some high level information.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Utilities are governed by an organization called the North American...]]>
848. </description>
849. </item>
850. <item>
851. <title>No Motivation to Work: What Companies Can Do to Boost Employee Engagement and Productivity</title>
852. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/no-motivation-to-work-what-companies-can-do-to-boost-employee-engagement-and-productivity</link>
853. <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 06:04:00 -0800</pubDate>
854. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/no-motivation-to-work-what-companies-can-do-to-boost-employee-engagement-and-productivity</guid>
855. <description>
856. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;No motivation to work is unfortunately the reality for 80% of employees worldwide! Meaning only 20% of employees worldwide feel engaged at work, according to a &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.gallup.com/workplace/229424/employee-engagement.aspx?utm_source=google&amp;amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;amp;utm_campaign=gallup_access_branded&amp;amp;utm_term=gallup%20employee%20engagement&amp;amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiA_bieBhDSARIsADU4zLeJ0Rs7JhizDp7B-Ra3Rvyu4yvXaHh2iXMFfqn4x3zXVSL4tgawfW0aAsAeEALw_wcB&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Gallup survey&lt;/a&gt;. This points to a motivational crisis for the global workforce. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What can companies do to motivate...]]>
857. </description>
858. </item>
859. <item>
860. <title>February is Heart Month – Are You Trained in CPR?</title>
861. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/february-is-heart-month-are-you-trained-in-cpr</link>
862. <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 08:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
863. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/february-is-heart-month-are-you-trained-in-cpr</guid>
864. <description>
865. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Each year in the month of February, the United States government recognizes national Heart Month as a time to raise awareness about heart health and cardiovascular disease. This month is a good time to reflect on how well-prepared you and your loved ones are in case of an emergency...]]>
866. </description>
867. </item>
868. <item>
869. <title>Employee Wellbeing in 2023: 6 Ways to Support Your Employees</title>
870. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/employee-wellbeing-in-2023-6-ways-to-support-your-employee</link>
871. <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2023 06:07:00 -0800</pubDate>
872. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/employee-wellbeing-in-2023-6-ways-to-support-your-employee</guid>
873. <description>
874. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Employee wellbeing. Seriously think about it. What is the mental state of your employees? How do you know if they are hiding their mental health struggles behind a mask? How can you support them? &lt;/p&gt; &lt;blockquote&gt;&lt;em&gt;“&lt;/em&gt;Good health IS good business.” &lt;em&gt;– P&lt;/em&gt;aul Drechsler, Chairman/CEO, Wates Group Limited &lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;p&gt;How...]]>
875. </description>
876. </item>
877. <item>
878. <title>Active Violence Awareness: Enjoy Community Celebrations While Staying Alert</title>
879. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/active-violence-awareness-enjoy-community-celebrations-while-staying-alert</link>
880. <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2023 08:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
881. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/active-violence-awareness-enjoy-community-celebrations-while-staying-alert</guid>
882. <description>
883. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Although it can be difficult to acknowledge, active violence events can happen anywhere at any time. Unfortunately, this includes during community celebrations, such as parades, festivals and other public events. But that doesn’t mean you have to live your life in fear and avoid large gatherings.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Instead, by recognizing...]]>
884. </description>
885. </item>
886. <item>
887. <title>HSI January 2023 Newsletter</title>
888. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-january-newsletter-2023</link>
889. <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2023 04:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
890. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-january-newsletter-2023</guid>
891. <description>
892. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Check out the three-part blog series &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-give-effective-toolbox-talks-part-1-the-basics&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;How to Give Effective Toolbox Talks&lt;/a&gt; and liven up your safety meetings with tips and tricks on topics, tactics, and techniques. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a class=&quot;button outline blue small&quot; href=&quot;https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-give-effective-toolbox-talks-part-1-the-basics&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Learn More&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; ...]]>
893. </description>
894. </item>
895. <item>
896. <title>8 Examples of Procrastination and Solutions</title>
897. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/8-examples-of-procrastination-and-solutions</link>
898. <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2023 07:16:00 -0800</pubDate>
899. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/8-examples-of-procrastination-and-solutions</guid>
900. <description>
901. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Do you know any active procrastinators? Are you one? Do you wait until the last minute to start working on a project? It’s been on your plate for months and the due date is tomorrow! You’re not alone. Did you know Mozart procrastinated composing music? Frank Lloyd Wright procrastinated...]]>
902. </description>
903. </item>
904. <item>
905. <title>Understanding OSHA’s HAZCOM and Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Standards</title>
906. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-oshas-hazcom-and-globally-harmonized-system-ghs-standards</link>
907. <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2023 05:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
908. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-oshas-hazcom-and-globally-harmonized-system-ghs-standards</guid>
909. <description>
910. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/safer-chemicals/why-transition&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Hazardous chemicals in the workplace&lt;/a&gt; kill an estimated 50,000 workers each year in the United States, and an estimated 190,000 workers are hurt or become ill because of chemical exposure. Even these numbers are a low estimate; some illnesses caused by chemicals (including cancer) affect...]]>
911. </description>
912. </item>
913. <item>
914. <title>What OSHA’s 2022 Top 10 List Says About Workplace Safety in the United States</title>
915. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-oshas-2022-top-10-list-says-about-workplace-safety-in-the-united-states</link>
916. <pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
917. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-oshas-2022-top-10-list-says-about-workplace-safety-in-the-united-states</guid>
918. <description>
919. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Each year OSHA publishes a top 10 list of the most frequently cited standards found during inspections conducted by federal OSHA during the past fiscal year. The list is used as a tool by OSHA to help educate employers on the most significant risks confronting their workforce so that...]]>
920. </description>
921. </item>
922. <item>
923. <title>Substance Abuse in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Know</title>
924. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/substance-abuse-in-the-workplace-what-employers-need-to-know</link>
925. <pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
926. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/substance-abuse-in-the-workplace-what-employers-need-to-know</guid>
927. <description>
928. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Problems stemming from employees with substance abuse disorder cost American businesses &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.nsc.org/work-safety/safety-topics/drugs-at-work/substances&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;billions of dollars&lt;/a&gt; a year. Substance abuse problems in the workplace lead to more accidents, lower morale, and a much higher absentee rate. In fact, a &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8931561/#:~:text=When%20extrapolated%20to%20a%20year,for%2014.1%25%20of%20all%20absences.&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;2022 study&lt;/a&gt; estimates employees...]]>
929. </description>
930. </item>
931. <item>
932. <title>How to Give Effective Toolbox Talks, Part 3: The Delivery</title>
933. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-give-effective-toolbox-talks-part-3-the-delivery</link>
934. <pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
935. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-give-effective-toolbox-talks-part-3-the-delivery</guid>
936. <description>
937. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Toolbox talks are a powerful teaching method that can have far-reaching effects on the health and safety of your workforce. Naturally, everyone wants their safety toolbox talks to be as engaging and effective as possible. However, with so many factors that go into making a great meeting, sometimes that&#039;s...]]>
938. </description>
939. </item>
940. <item>
941. <title>Top Soft Skills for Safety Leaders and EHS Professionals</title>
942. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/top-soft-skills-for-safety-leaders-and-ehs-professionals</link>
943. <pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2022 11:28:00 -0800</pubDate>
944. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/top-soft-skills-for-safety-leaders-and-ehs-professionals</guid>
945. <description>
946. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Safety leaders have one of the most difficult jobs. They have an incredible amount of responsibility—lives are literally at stake, and they must be effective at changing employee behavior for the better. Workers, managers, and leaders may see some safety procedures and processes as a nuisance. Getting them to...]]>
947. </description>
948. </item>
949. <item>
950. <title>How to Give Effective Toolbox Talks, Part 2: The Topics</title>
951. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-give-effective-toolbox-talks-part-2-the-topics</link>
952. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
953. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-give-effective-toolbox-talks-part-2-the-topics</guid>
954. <description>
955. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Constantly finding new topics for safety toolbox talks can be challenging. If you have a morning safety meeting every day, you&#039;re spending a lot of time speaking about safety. Five meetings a week multiplied by 52 weeks a year ends up being 260 safety meetings, and that’s not including...]]>
956. </description>
957. </item>
958. <item>
959. <title>HSI December 2022 Newsletter</title>
960. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-december-newsletter-2022</link>
961. <pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2022 19:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
962. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-december-newsletter-2022</guid>
963. <description>
964. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you’ve wanted to get away from paper forms, but haven’t known where to start, HSI is excited to announce the release of EHS Essentials, templatized solutions for incidents, checklists, inspections, JSAs, and observations. Cost-efficient and quick to implement!&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a class=&quot;button outline blue small&quot; href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/ehs-essentials&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Learn More&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt...]]>
965. </description>
966. </item>
967. <item>
968. <title>How to Give Effective Toolbox Talks, Part 1: The Basics</title>
969. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-give-effective-toolbox-talks-part-1-the-basics</link>
970. <pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2022 05:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
971. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-give-effective-toolbox-talks-part-1-the-basics</guid>
972. <description>
973. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Toolbox talks play an important role in workplace health and safety programs. They provide an important balance between lengthy formal training, written policies and procedures, and new hire onboarding. When done well, they’re frequent, fast, and address topics relevant to the worksite, the workers, and that shift in particular...]]>
974. </description>
975. </item>
976. <item>
977. <title>Why ESG is Important in the Utility Industry</title>
978. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/esg-important-in-utility-industry</link>
979. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2022 08:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
980. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/esg-important-in-utility-industry</guid>
981. <description>
982. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Let’s look at what Environmental Social Governance (ESG) is and how it’s implemented. ESG was first mentioned in a United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment report in 2006. Soon after, ESG became a tool for investors to evaluate social, environmental, and governance risks that could affect a company’s stock...]]>
983. </description>
984. </item>
985. <item>
986. <title>Preventing Caught-in and Caught-between Incidents</title>
987. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/preventing-caught-in-and-caught-between-incidents</link>
988. <pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2022 05:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
989. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/preventing-caught-in-and-caught-between-incidents</guid>
990. <description>
991. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Caught-in and caught-between injuries result when a worker gets squeezed, caught, crushed, pinched, or compressed between two or more objects or parts of an object. They are one of the “&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/training/outreach/construction/focus-four&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Focus Four Construction Hazards&lt;/a&gt;,” along with falls, electrocution, and struck-by accidents. These four hazards represent...]]>
992. </description>
993. </item>
994. <item>
995. <title>10 Customer Service Best Practices for Customer Retention</title>
996. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/10-customer-service-best-practices-for-customer-retention</link>
997. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2022 07:52:00 -0800</pubDate>
998. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/10-customer-service-best-practices-for-customer-retention</guid>
999. <description>
1000. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In today’s economy, following customer service best practices is critical to retain customers. Companies are struggling to hire workers and finding great customer service reps is challenging. Yes, customer service expectations have dropped. Who goes the extra mile anymore? Exceptional customer service – is there such a thing? &lt;/p&gt...]]>
1001. </description>
1002. </item>
1003. <item>
1004. <title>How Many Safety Pros Do You Need to Hire?</title>
1005. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-many-safety-pros-do-you-need-to-hire</link>
1006. <pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
1007. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-many-safety-pros-do-you-need-to-hire</guid>
1008. <description>
1009. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;One of the biggest challenges companies face today has to do with staffing. It’s completely natural, then, to wonder how much staffing is required for roles—including Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Professionals. Believe it or not, there are no government mandates that a business must hire a certified safety...]]>
1010. </description>
1011. </item>
1012. <item>
1013. <title>GHS Labels: What They Look Like and What They Mean</title>
1014. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/ghs-labels-what-they-look-like-and-what-they-mean</link>
1015. <pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
1016. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/ghs-labels-what-they-look-like-and-what-they-mean</guid>
1017. <description>
1018. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When a company makes, stores, or ships dangerous chemical products, they need to ensure the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) pictogram is visible on GHS-compliant labels. OSHA fines and penalties for non-compliance range from $7,000 per violation to $12,600 per violation, and for more serious issues from $70,000 to $127,00...]]>
1019. </description>
1020. </item>
1021. <item>
1022. <title>Holiday Safety Tips for Your Home and Travel</title>
1023. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/holiday-safety-tips-for-your-home-and-travel</link>
1024. <pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2022 16:26:00 -0800</pubDate>
1025. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/holiday-safety-tips-for-your-home-and-travel</guid>
1026. <description>
1027. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As we move into the winter months, many will be traveling to see loved ones or hosting friends and family during the holiday season. While this time of year is full of celebrations, popular holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas can present potential danger for those on the roads and...]]>
1028. </description>
1029. </item>
1030. <item>
1031. <title>OSHA Sets Rules on Reporting, but What About Reporting Near Misses?</title>
1032. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-sets-rules-on-reporting-but-what-about-reporting-near-misses</link>
1033. <pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2022 05:54:00 -0800</pubDate>
1034. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-sets-rules-on-reporting-but-what-about-reporting-near-misses</guid>
1035. <description>
1036. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Near misses&lt;/em&gt; are events that could have resulted in worker injury or illness, or damaged property, but for some reason, people and property were spared. Unsafe conditions or behaviors are also considered near misses. Other terms for a near miss include a &lt;em&gt;close call&lt;/em&gt; or a &lt;em&gt;narrow escape&lt;/em&gt;. In...]]>
1037. </description>
1038. </item>
1039. <item>
1040. <title>What is a Customer Success Manager?</title>
1041. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-a-customer-success-manager</link>
1042. <pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
1043. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-a-customer-success-manager</guid>
1044. <description>
1045. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you are in the process of hiring a vendor, technology provider, or business service partner, your comparison should go beyond features, benefits, and price. Think about the implementation and day-to-day support. This is where customer success managers can make a big difference. So, what is a customer success...]]>
1046. </description>
1047. </item>
1048. <item>
1049. <title>How To Put On A Fall Protection Harness The Right Way</title>
1050. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-put-on-a-fall-protection-harness-the-right-way</link>
1051. <pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2022 05:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
1052. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-put-on-a-fall-protection-harness-the-right-way</guid>
1053. <description>
1054. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In the construction industry, working at heights is a standard part of the job. But with increased height also comes an increased risk of falling.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Consequently, falls are the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/construction/statistics.html#:~:text=Falls%20remain%20the%20leading%20cause,falls%20to%20a%20lower%20level).&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;leading cause of death in the construction industry&lt;/a&gt;, taking the lives of more than 401 construction...]]>
1055. </description>
1056. </item>
1057. <item>
1058. <title>HSI November Newsletter</title>
1059. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-november-newsletter-2022</link>
1060. <pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
1061. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-november-newsletter-2022</guid>
1062. <description>
1063. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;span dir=&quot;ltr&quot;&gt;&lt;/span&gt;We’ve recently overhauled our website course library to make it easier for you to find all of the courses HSI has to offer. Give it another look – you&#039;ll probably find categories, topics, and course titles you haven’t seen before! And in case you missed it, HSI recently...]]>
1064. </description>
1065. </item>
1066. <item>
1067. <title>15 Rules of Defensive Driving</title>
1068. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/15-rules-of-defensive-driving</link>
1069. <pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2022 05:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
1070. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/15-rules-of-defensive-driving</guid>
1071. <description>
1072. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Motor vehicle accidents cause more workplace deaths than anything else. In 2020, &lt;a href=&quot;https://stats.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cfoi.pdf&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;37% of on-the-job deaths&lt;/a&gt; in the United States were caused by vehicular accidents. More than 1,700 workers died. Thus, teaching employees to be defensive drivers is critical.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In addition to the loss of...]]>
1073. </description>
1074. </item>
1075. <item>
1076. <title>DevLearn 2022 Keynote: Lessons from Kevin Bethune</title>
1077. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/devlearn-2022-keynote-lessons-from-kevin-bethune</link>
1078. <pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2022 11:37:00 -0700</pubDate>
1079. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/devlearn-2022-keynote-lessons-from-kevin-bethune</guid>
1080. <description>
1081. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;DevLearn opened the conference Wednesday morning with a thoughtful session from Kevin Bethune about a human-centered approach to design thinking. His personal history, education, and career path, along with his sense of curiosity all have relevant applications to the learning and development industry. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Kevin set the stage for...]]>
1082. </description>
1083. </item>
1084. <item>
1085. <title>Early Career Challenges and the Shift to ESG Within the EHS Profession</title>
1086. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/early-career-challenges-and-the-shift-to-esg-within-the-ehs-profession</link>
1087. <pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2022 05:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
1088. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/early-career-challenges-and-the-shift-to-esg-within-the-ehs-profession</guid>
1089. <description>
1090. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jill James, host of the &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/podcast/accidentalSafetyPro&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Accidental Safety Pro&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt; podcast, recently sat down with Dolores Salman, CSP, Global Head of Corporate &amp;amp; Studio EHS at a tech media and entertainment company and past President of the ASSP Los Angeles Chapter.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In our conversation, Dolores talked about...]]>
1091. </description>
1092. </item>
1093. <item>
1094. <title>Hazardous Effects of Hazardous Energy – Stay Safe and in Control</title>
1095. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hazardous-effects-of-hazardous-energy-stay-safe-and-in-control</link>
1096. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2022 05:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
1097. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hazardous-effects-of-hazardous-energy-stay-safe-and-in-control</guid>
1098. <description>
1099. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Well thought-out plans to control hazardous energy &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/publications/factsheet-lockout-tagout.pdf&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;prevent 50,000 injuries and 120 deaths a year&lt;/a&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/publications/factsheet-lockout-tagout.pdf&quot;&gt;,&lt;/a&gt; according to OSHA. &lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Hazardous energy&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; is any kind of energy that can injure employees while they service or maintain machinery or equipment. For example, a worker might think the...]]>
1100. </description>
1101. </item>
1102. <item>
1103. <title>Eye Movements Could Aid Memory, and Good Visuals Can Make It Happen</title>
1104. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/eye-movements-could-aid-memory-and-good-visuals-can-make-it-happen</link>
1105. <pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2022 07:21:00 -0700</pubDate>
1106. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/eye-movements-could-aid-memory-and-good-visuals-can-make-it-happen</guid>
1107. <description>
1108. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I recently watched a webinar presented by experts in the training industry. The webinar had some of the most boring slides I have ever seen. Very few engaging visuals, no animations, or transitions. Two speakers clicked through about 17 slides in 50 minutes. That is an average of almost...]]>
1109. </description>
1110. </item>
1111. <item>
1112. <title>From Novice to Expert: Creating High-performing Employees at Every Level</title>
1113. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/progression-of-expertise</link>
1114. <pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2022 06:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
1115. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/progression-of-expertise</guid>
1116. <description>
1117. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Today, more and more companies realize the importance and value of well-trained employees through an effective training program. Besides its role in helping employees achieve job proficiency, training helps with skills and career development, engagement, and productivity. The investment in training pays off for companies. Accenture found that for...]]>
1118. </description>
1119. </item>
1120. <item>
1121. <title>4 Reasons to Have Training for Risk Management</title>
1122. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/4-reasons-to-have-training-for-risk-management</link>
1123. <pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2022 14:11:00 -0700</pubDate>
1124. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/4-reasons-to-have-training-for-risk-management</guid>
1125. <description>
1126. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Why spend time and money on ongoing training for risk management? The answers are quite simple, but many! To save time and money, protect your reputation, maintain trust, avoid bankruptcy, prevent injuries, and protect human lives, among others. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In 2020, JPMorgan paid a &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.forbes.com/sites/sarahhansen/2020/11/24/jpmorgan-to-pay-250-million-fine-over-pattern-of-misconduct-in-wealth-management-business-its-second-huge-settlement-in-two-months/?sh=437cf263dbfb&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;$25...]]>
1127. </description>
1128. </item>
1129. <item>
1130. <title>How to Position Your Hands for CPR: Adult, Child, and Infant Guide</title>
1131. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-position-your-hands-for-cpr-adult-child-and-infant-guide</link>
1132. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 10:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
1133. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-position-your-hands-for-cpr-adult-child-and-infant-guide</guid>
1134. <description>
1135. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Cardiac arrest is among the leading cause of death in the United States and worldwide. This life-threatening emergency occurs when the heart loses its ability to pump blood through the body due to an inadequate or absent heartbeat. Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), the most dramatic occurrence of cardiac arrest...]]>
1136. </description>
1137. </item>
1138. <item>
1139. <title>HSI October Newsletter</title>
1140. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-october-newsletter-2022</link>
1141. <pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2022 15:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
1142. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-october-newsletter-2022</guid>
1143. <description>
1144. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Chances are that more and more EHS and HR professionals, along with other departments, will be donning ESG hats—or at least taking on related duties—in the very near future, if not already. HSI is here to help you navigate what this means and how it relates to you. &lt;/p&gt...]]>
1145. </description>
1146. </item>
1147. <item>
1148. <title>Return-on-Expectations (ROE): How to Measure the Success of Your L&amp;D Program</title>
1149. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/return-on-expectations-roe-how-to-measure-the-success-of-your-l-d-program</link>
1150. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
1151. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/return-on-expectations-roe-how-to-measure-the-success-of-your-l-d-program</guid>
1152. <description>
1153. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/people-and-organizational-performance/our-insights/the-great-attrition-is-making-hiring-harder-are-you-searching-the-right-talent-pools&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;recent studies&lt;/a&gt; revealing that one of the top reasons employees leave an organization is a lack of development and advancement opportunities, a robust learning and development (L&amp;amp;D) program is critical to recruiting and retaining top talent.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;How Can You Measure L&amp;amp;D’s Effectiveness?&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;Traditionally, the...]]>
1154. </description>
1155. </item>
1156. <item>
1157. <title>8 Red Flags of Disengaged Employees and Solutions to Re-Engage</title>
1158. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/8-red-flags-of-disengaged-employees-and-solutions-to-re-engage</link>
1159. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2022 12:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
1160. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/8-red-flags-of-disengaged-employees-and-solutions-to-re-engage</guid>
1161. <description>
1162. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Startling statistics show that 79% of the global workforce is made up of disengaged employees! According to a &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.gallup.com/workplace/349484/state-of-the-global-workplace.aspx?utm_source=google&amp;amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;amp;utm_campaign=gallup_access_branded&amp;amp;utm_term=&amp;amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwguGYBhDRARIsAHgRm48C236defMSDuR7bExyaP6VkLYyme4NY_wJRlMfX0bRso_URPJOp7MaAqF-EALw_wcB#ite-393245&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;&lt;u&gt;Gallup survey,&lt;/u&gt;&lt;/a&gt; “work is just a paycheck,” “watching the clock tick” and “living for the weekend” are the mantras of most workers around the globe. Do your...]]>
1163. </description>
1164. </item>
1165. <item>
1166. <title>ESG and EHS: Similarities, Distinctions, and Responsibilities</title>
1167. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/esg-and-ehs-similarities-distinctions-and-responsibilities</link>
1168. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
1169. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/esg-and-ehs-similarities-distinctions-and-responsibilities</guid>
1170. <description>
1171. <![CDATA[ &lt;h3&gt;What does Environmental Social Governance (ESG) have to do with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)? &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;h4&gt;In a sense, one completes the other, much the way puzzle pieces (EHS) fit into the larger picture (ESG) to form a whole. &lt;/h4&gt; &lt;p&gt;Granted, key differentiators (e.g., regulations, core purposes, etc.)...]]>
1172. </description>
1173. </item>
1174. <item>
1175. <title>Are Rescue Breaths Necessary During CPR?</title>
1176. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/are-rescue-breaths-necessary-during-cpr</link>
1177. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 15:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
1178. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/are-rescue-breaths-necessary-during-cpr</guid>
1179. <description>
1180. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;During a cardiac arrest emergency, immediate high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) improves the chance of survival by providing oxygen-rich blood to the heart and brain. But what does high-quality CPR entail? Are chest compressions enough? Are rescue breaths necessary during CPR?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;These are the questions that are frequently asked and...]]>
1181. </description>
1182. </item>
1183. <item>
1184. <title>Hand Safety and Injury Prevention</title>
1185. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hand-safety-and-injury-prevention</link>
1186. <pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
1187. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hand-safety-and-injury-prevention</guid>
1188. <description>
1189. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Hand injuries happen in a flash, but their impact can last forever. Some workers lose hands; others develop an infection or need surgery. That alone is reason enough to make &lt;em&gt;hand safety&lt;/em&gt; a priority in any workplace.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Keeping workers safe takes planning and training. Companies with good safety records...]]>
1190. </description>
1191. </item>
1192. <item>
1193. <title>​Rules for Proper Secondary Container Labeling</title>
1194. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/rules-for-proper-secondary-container-labeling</link>
1195. <pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
1196. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/rules-for-proper-secondary-container-labeling</guid>
1197. <description>
1198. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When transferring a chemical from its original container to another, the second storage device is known as a &quot;secondary container,&quot; &quot;portable container,&quot; or &quot;workplace container.&quot; Transferring chemicals from one container to another is expected, so the Occupational Safety &amp;amp; Health Administration (OSHA) has included the required information for proper...]]>
1199. </description>
1200. </item>
1201. <item>
1202. <title>HSI September Newsletter</title>
1203. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-september-2022</link>
1204. <pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2022 00:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
1205. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-september-2022</guid>
1206. <description>
1207. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Environment, Health &amp;amp; Safety software is an important investment, what should you be looking for to find the right platform to meet your unique needs? This guide can help you understand what is essential in an EHS platform and provides a 6-step process for choosing the right solution.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a...]]>
1208. </description>
1209. </item>
1210. <item>
1211. <title>30 Tips for Hand and Power Tool Safety</title>
1212. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/30-tips-for-hand-and-power-tool-safety</link>
1213. <pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2022 05:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
1214. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/30-tips-for-hand-and-power-tool-safety</guid>
1215. <description>
1216. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;More than one million people are hurt using hand and power tools every year, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Not only do people suffer physically, but their injuries also often hurt them financially. Their employers lose money, too. The CPSC reports &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/pdfs/2003h054.pdf&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;injuries...]]>
1217. </description>
1218. </item>
1219. <item>
1220. <title>How to Protect Against the Dangers of High Concentrations of Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)</title>
1221. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-protect-against-the-dangers-of-hydrogen-sulfide-h2s</link>
1222. <pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2022 05:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
1223. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-protect-against-the-dangers-of-hydrogen-sulfide-h2s</guid>
1224. <description>
1225. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Safety professionals stress the importance of a plan for protecting workers from high concentrations of hydrogen sulfide (H&lt;sub&gt;2&lt;/sub&gt;S). Many industries use the natural gas in the manufacturing process. Others create H&lt;sub&gt;2&lt;/sub&gt;S as a by-product of their processes.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;When workers aren’t protected properly from high concentrations of H&lt;sub&gt;2&lt;/sub&gt;S, they can...]]>
1226. </description>
1227. </item>
1228. <item>
1229. <title>ESG: Environmental, Social, Governance... What is it? Why should companies care? And how do you begin?</title>
1230. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/esg-environmental-social-governance</link>
1231. <pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2022 11:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
1232. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/esg-environmental-social-governance</guid>
1233. <description>
1234. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A Google search for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) delivers a page brimming with investing-related results and little else. That’s likely because investors routinely use ESG scores and ratings as a stock-screening tool to attempt to predict a company’s future financial performance and its liability to ESG-related risks (e.g....]]>
1235. </description>
1236. </item>
1237. <item>
1238. <title>Mentorship Program Template: A Guide to Creating a Mentoring Program</title>
1239. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/mentorship-program-template-a-guide-to-creating-a-mentoring-program</link>
1240. <pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2022 06:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
1241. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/mentorship-program-template-a-guide-to-creating-a-mentoring-program</guid>
1242. <description>
1243. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Looking for a mentorship program template? Studies show that 79% of millennials believe mentorship is critical to their professional career success. By 2025, 75% of the workforce will be millennials. So, if a mentorship program template and strategic mentoring programs are not a top priority, they should be. &lt;/p&gt...]]>
1244. </description>
1245. </item>
1246. <item>
1247. <title>How to Help Your Child Prepare for an Emergency</title>
1248. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-help-your-child-prepare-for-an-emergency</link>
1249. <pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 2022 09:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
1250. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-help-your-child-prepare-for-an-emergency</guid>
1251. <description>
1252. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If an emergency or disaster strikes, does your child know what to do? Most types of disasters and medical emergencies can be frightening for adults. But for children, they can be downright overwhelming in the moment and traumatic long-term.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;By giving your children guidance ahead of time, you can...]]>
1253. </description>
1254. </item>
1255. <item>
1256. <title>Why Is Management Buy-in Essential for Workplace Health and Safety?</title>
1257. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-is-management-buy-in-essential-for-workplace-health-and-safety</link>
1258. <pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2022 05:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
1259. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-is-management-buy-in-essential-for-workplace-health-and-safety</guid>
1260. <description>
1261. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;For many of the world&#039;s leading organizations, health and safety is a core value that shapes every business decision. For others, &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/safety-training&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;workplace health and safety&lt;/a&gt; is simply an obligation, a box they must check to stay compliant and avoid fines. Every company has a unique...]]>
1262. </description>
1263. </item>
1264. <item>
1265. <title>All About OSHA&#039;s &quot;Focus Four&quot; Construction Hazards</title>
1266. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-avoid-oshas-fatal-four-construction-hazards</link>
1267. <pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
1268. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-avoid-oshas-fatal-four-construction-hazards</guid>
1269. <description>
1270. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In the construction industry, certain hazards are present every day on the job site. To better understand and avoid these types of hazards workers must first be able to identify them clearly.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The Occupational Safety &amp;amp; Health Administration (OSHA) has identified the four leading causes of fatalities in the...]]>
1271. </description>
1272. </item>
1273. <item>
1274. <title>Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace</title>
1275. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/embracing-neurodiversity-in-the-workplace</link>
1276. <pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2022 11:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
1277. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/embracing-neurodiversity-in-the-workplace</guid>
1278. <description>
1279. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Ask any HR person or business owner, and they’ll tell you it’s hard to find good people. Nowadays, there are more openings than applicants. But are you aware there’s hidden talent with unique perspectives, who can improve your competitive advantage? Don’t overlook neurodiverse individuals. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Large corporations like SAP...]]>
1280. </description>
1281. </item>
1282. <item>
1283. <title>Giving CPR to a Pregnant Person: What You Need to Know</title>
1284. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/giving-cpr-to-a-pregnant-person-what-you-need-to-know</link>
1285. <pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2022 12:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
1286. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/giving-cpr-to-a-pregnant-person-what-you-need-to-know</guid>
1287. <description>
1288. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;What do I do if the victim is pregnant in the event of cardiac arrest? This is a common question that Emergency Care Instructors hear when covering cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) topics. Some bystanders might feel hesitant to intervene out of fear of harming the...]]>
1289. </description>
1290. </item>
1291. <item>
1292. <title>Why Training Is One of the Essential Elements of EHS</title>
1293. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-training-is-one-of-the-essential-elements-of-ehs</link>
1294. <pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2022 05:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
1295. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-training-is-one-of-the-essential-elements-of-ehs</guid>
1296. <description>
1297. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&quot;It&#039;s common sense.&quot;&lt;/em&gt; You may have heard this phrase used to explain why employee training isn&#039;t necessary. Unfortunately, you don&#039;t have to be around the industry for long to understand this viewpoint&#039;s flaws. People are diverse; they have eclectic backgrounds with distinct experiences, cultures, and abilities. When you assume...]]>
1298. </description>
1299. </item>
1300. <item>
1301. <title>Lightning Safety Tips: How to Stay Safe Until the Last Rumble of Thunder</title>
1302. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lightning-safety</link>
1303. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
1304. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lightning-safety</guid>
1305. <description>
1306. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Increased outdoor activity in the summer increases our potential exposure to lightning and lightning storms. While lightning can be a dangerous and even deadly hazard, there are simple, easy steps you can take to avoid most lightning incidents.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.weather.gov/safety/lightning&quot;&gt; &lt;/a&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.weather.gov/safety/lightning&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;The National Weather Service&lt;/a&gt;...]]>
1307. </description>
1308. </item>
1309. <item>
1310. <title>How to Buy eLearning Content for Your LMS (And Not Regret It Later)</title>
1311. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-buy-elearning-content-for-your-lms-and-not-regret-it-later</link>
1312. <pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2022 12:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
1313. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-buy-elearning-content-for-your-lms-and-not-regret-it-later</guid>
1314. <description>
1315. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Buying eLearning content is easy, but shopping for content can be a nightmare. There are so many options and factors to consider to ensure you’re getting the right off-the-shelf courses for your learning management system (LMS), your training program, and your organization. And, if you do not already have...]]>
1316. </description>
1317. </item>
1318. <item>
1319. <title>Embracing Workplace Diversity</title>
1320. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/embracing-workplace-diversity</link>
1321. <pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2022 06:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
1322. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/embracing-workplace-diversity</guid>
1323. <description>
1324. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Of all the challenges an HR department runs into, diversity tops the list as one of the most discussed and most well-researched…and one of the most misunderstood, sensitive and anxiety-provoking. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Diversity is constantly in the news and on social media. We continually see the diversity of our country...]]>
1325. </description>
1326. </item>
1327. <item>
1328. <title>Construction Focus Four: The Top Four Construction Hazards, and Tips to Avoid Them</title>
1329. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/construction-focus-four-stay-safe-with-hsi</link>
1330. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
1331. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/construction-focus-four-stay-safe-with-hsi</guid>
1332. <description>
1333. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Construction is one of the largest employers in the U.S., employing hundreds of thousands of workers in assorted trades. It also includes some of the most &lt;em&gt;dangerous&lt;/em&gt; jobs in the country, due to common construction hazards at job sites.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In 2021, &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cfoi.pdf&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;construction fatalities declined&lt;/a&gt; for...]]>
1334. </description>
1335. </item>
1336. <item>
1337. <title>First Aid for Sprains: Do I Use Ice or Heat?</title>
1338. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/first-aid-for-sprains-do-i-use-ice-or-heat</link>
1339. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2022 13:10:00 -0700</pubDate>
1340. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/first-aid-for-sprains-do-i-use-ice-or-heat</guid>
1341. <description>
1342. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Sprains are injuries to ligaments that hold your joints together and often result in severe pain, swelling, and bruising. The stretching and tearing within the ligaments can be uncomfortable and limit your range of motion. The &lt;a href=&quot;https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15461-sprains-of-the-ankle-knee-and-wrist#:~:text=The%20three%20most%20common%20spots,the%20knee%20or%20a%20fall.&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;most common type of sprain&lt;/a&gt; include ankles sprains, knee...]]>
1343. </description>
1344. </item>
1345. <item>
1346. <title>HSI August Newsletter</title>
1347. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-august-2022</link>
1348. <pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2022 00:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
1349. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-august-2022</guid>
1350. <description>
1351. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace has become a burning issue for many companies, with leaders recognizing DEI as a major driver of their employee experience, organizational culture, and financial bottom line. To help companies take action on their DEI initiatives, Blue Ocean Brain, an HSI company...]]>
1352. </description>
1353. </item>
1354. <item>
1355. <title>How to Get the Most Value Out of Your Off-the-Shelf Training Library</title>
1356. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-get-the-most-value-out-of-your-off-the-shelf-training-library</link>
1357. <pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2022 12:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
1358. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-get-the-most-value-out-of-your-off-the-shelf-training-library</guid>
1359. <description>
1360. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;You’ve made your decision to license a full library of off-the-shelf training videos. You’ve assigned a few required courses for all employees each month, but now you’re looking for ideas on how to get more value out of it. Your training library is like a Swiss Army knife: It...]]>
1361. </description>
1362. </item>
1363. <item>
1364. <title>What You Need to Know About Splash Pad Safety</title>
1365. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-splash-pad-safety</link>
1366. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2022 12:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
1367. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-about-splash-pad-safety</guid>
1368. <description>
1369. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Splash pads are popular attractions for families looking for an easy alternative to public pools and water parks. These little spray parks come with a variety of water features and interactive fountains that don’t allow standing water to collect. Therefore, there’s a reduced risk of drowning for young children.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
1370. </description>
1371. </item>
1372. <item>
1373. <title>Employee Burnout: Signs, Causes and Cures</title>
1374. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/employee-burnout-signs-causes-and-cures</link>
1375. <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2022 14:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
1376. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/employee-burnout-signs-causes-and-cures</guid>
1377. <description>
1378. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Understanding employee burnout signs, causes, and cures can save your company billions of dollars in employee retention and health care costs. From April ‘21 to June ‘21, there was a 60% increase in searches containing “how to write a resignation letter,” according to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.thinkwithgoogle.com/consumer-insights/consumer-trends/trending-visual-stories/google-search-data-insights&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;202...]]>
1379. </description>
1380. </item>
1381. <item>
1382. <title>Teach Your Child to Call 911</title>
1383. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/teach-your-child-to-call-911</link>
1384. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2022 15:21:00 -0700</pubDate>
1385. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/teach-your-child-to-call-911</guid>
1386. <description>
1387. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Children can learn to call 911 from a young age, potentially saving a life by getting help where it’s needed quicker. But children, especially little kids, need to be actively taught how to call for help and then retaught periodically for better retention.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Here are some best practices for...]]>
1388. </description>
1389. </item>
1390. <item>
1391. <title>Don’t Be Caught Off Guard: Active Shooter Incidents</title>
1392. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/dont-be-caught-off-guard-active-shooter-incidents</link>
1393. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2022 09:47:00 -0700</pubDate>
1394. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/dont-be-caught-off-guard-active-shooter-incidents</guid>
1395. <description>
1396. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Host Eric Michrowski of &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.thesafetyculture.guru/dont-be-caught-off-guard-active-shooter-incidents-with-anthony-corwin/&quot;&gt;The Safety Guru&lt;/a&gt; podcast welcomed Executive General Manager of HSI, Anthony Corwin, to discuss how &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/active-shooter-training&quot;&gt;active shooter training&lt;/a&gt; is becoming a necessity for everyone who works in an office environment. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;During the interview, Anthony discusses the key components of Active Violence Emergency...]]>
1397. </description>
1398. </item>
1399. <item>
1400. <title>Share These Water Safety Tips with Your Children</title>
1401. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/share-these-water-safety-tips-with-your-children</link>
1402. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2022 14:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
1403. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/share-these-water-safety-tips-with-your-children</guid>
1404. <description>
1405. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Summer months give families the opportunity for extra water fun at home, on vacation and out in the community. Unfortunately, the risk of drowning (and other injuries) also increases during this time of year.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.cdc.gov/drowning/facts/index.html&quot;&gt;Centers for Disease Control and Prevention&lt;/a&gt;, drowning is the leading cause...]]>
1406. </description>
1407. </item>
1408. <item>
1409. <title>HSI July Newsletter</title>
1410. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-july-2022</link>
1411. <pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
1412. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-july-2022</guid>
1413. <description>
1414. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you find yourself responsible or partly responsible for the health and safety of your people but are worried there is some key element missing—we have you covered. This whitepaper has everything you need to know to ensure you have a solid foundation of workplace health and safety, broken...]]>
1415. </description>
1416. </item>
1417. <item>
1418. <title>Positive Thinking Exercises for the Workplace</title>
1419. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/positive-thinking-exercises-for-the-workplace</link>
1420. <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2022 09:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
1421. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/positive-thinking-exercises-for-the-workplace</guid>
1422. <description>
1423. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Quickly dismiss negative thoughts by practicing our positive thinking exercises for the workplace. Is it “just another manic Monday” or is it the “best day ever!”? When you first wake up, your perspective sets the tone for your entire day. You own the day as much as you own...]]>
1424. </description>
1425. </item>
1426. <item>
1427. <title>How to Prepare for Summer Power Outages</title>
1428. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-summer-power-outages</link>
1429. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
1430. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-summer-power-outages</guid>
1431. <description>
1432. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With record heat waves in many parts of the United States, summer power outages can quickly become dangerous. The &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/blog/best-practices-for-preventing-heat-related-emergencies&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;threat of heat-related illnesses&lt;/a&gt;, such as heat stroke, are of particular concern for families with young children, older adults and individuals with disabilities or health issues.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
1433. </description>
1434. </item>
1435. <item>
1436. <title>Highlights from ASSP Safety 2022: The Intersection of HR and Safety</title>
1437. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/highlights-from-assp-safety-2022-the-intersection-of-hr-and-safety</link>
1438. <pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2022 11:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
1439. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/highlights-from-assp-safety-2022-the-intersection-of-hr-and-safety</guid>
1440. <description>
1441. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Imagine a group of 5,000 people dedicated to the health and safety of employees gathering in one space. ASSP (American Society of Safety Professionals) held their Safety 2022 conference and expo in Chicago, and we experienced three days of thought-leadership, industry expertise, and unique ideas supporting the mission. &lt;/p&gt...]]>
1442. </description>
1443. </item>
1444. <item>
1445. <title>Top 10 Fireworks Safety Tips</title>
1446. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/top-10-fireworks-safety-tips</link>
1447. <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2022 13:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
1448. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/top-10-fireworks-safety-tips</guid>
1449. <description>
1450. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Although fireworks can be entertaining, they can also cause serious injuries. According to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety-Education-Centers/Fireworks&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission&lt;/a&gt; (CPSC), 66% of fireworks injuries occur in the month surrounding July 4&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt;.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; Therefore, it’s important to ensure your entire family, from small children to older...]]>
1451. </description>
1452. </item>
1453. <item>
1454. <title>National Safety Month: Workplace Fatalities and Injuries</title>
1455. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/national-safety-month-workplace-fatalities-and-injuries</link>
1456. <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2022 11:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
1457. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/national-safety-month-workplace-fatalities-and-injuries</guid>
1458. <description>
1459. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;June is National Safety Month: a time for organizations to place a renewed focus on safety. For many workplaces, this means ensuring compliance with regulations from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), as well as state and local laws. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Compliance is, of course, a legal necessity—but it...]]>
1460. </description>
1461. </item>
1462. <item>
1463. <title>How to Safely Remove a Tick</title>
1464. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-safely-remove-a-tick</link>
1465. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2022 16:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
1466. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-safely-remove-a-tick</guid>
1467. <description>
1468. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Ticks are blood-feeding parasites that attach firmly to the skin’s surface. They’re usually found in shrubs and tall grassy areas and are most active in the United States during warmer months from April to September. However, tick exposure can occur year-round.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The biggest concern with tick bites is the...]]>
1469. </description>
1470. </item>
1471. <item>
1472. <title>SHRM22 Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. Recap: Are You a Thermometer or Thermostat?</title>
1473. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/shrm22-jonny-c-taylor-jr-recap-are-you-a-thermometer-or-thermostat</link>
1474. <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2022 08:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
1475. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/shrm22-jonny-c-taylor-jr-recap-are-you-a-thermometer-or-thermostat</guid>
1476. <description>
1477. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;SHRM opened their annual conference with a lively keynote from SHRM President and CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. He enthusiastically greeted the HR audience as people who care about people and referred to HR as the noblest of all professions. As one of the few marketers in the room...]]>
1478. </description>
1479. </item>
1480. <item>
1481. <title>Best Practices for Preventing Heat-Related Emergencies</title>
1482. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/best-practices-for-preventing-heat-related-emergencies</link>
1483. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2022 11:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
1484. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/best-practices-for-preventing-heat-related-emergencies</guid>
1485. <description>
1486. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;High temperatures can be dangerous to people at work, home and play. A hot environment with high humidity can lead to injury, illness and death.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Heat-related illnesses are progressive, ranging from mild symptoms to life-threatening conditions.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;Heat cramps are the earliest sign of heat illness. These are hard, tense...]]>
1487. </description>
1488. </item>
1489. <item>
1490. <title>AVERT Focus Atlanta Interview</title>
1491. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/avert-focus-atlanta-interview</link>
1492. <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2022 14:59:00 -0700</pubDate>
1493. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/avert-focus-atlanta-interview</guid>
1494. <description>
1495. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Keisha Lancelin, host of the community affairs TV program Focus Atlanta on the CW Atlanta, WUPA, interviewed AVERT Director Darcy Leutzinger. They discussed why training on how to respond in an active shooter situation is so important.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Recently, times have been difficult for many of us as tragedy and...]]>
1496. </description>
1497. </item>
1498. <item>
1499. <title>The Importance of CPR in Schools</title>
1500. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-importance-of-cpr-in-schools</link>
1501. <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2022 12:37:00 -0700</pubDate>
1502. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-importance-of-cpr-in-schools</guid>
1503. <description>
1504. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;High-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and early AED use can make a significant difference in a person’s chance of surviving sudden cardiac arrest. Therefore, many states have enacted new laws that require the implementation of CPR training and automatic external defibrillator training for high school students.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; Let’s explore how...]]>
1505. </description>
1506. </item>
1507. <item>
1508. <title>How Workplaces Can Fight Human Trafficking</title>
1509. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-workplaces-can-fight-human-trafficking</link>
1510. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2022 11:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
1511. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-workplaces-can-fight-human-trafficking</guid>
1512. <description>
1513. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I imagine most of us do not give human trafficking a second thought, until we travel through an airport and see the posters promoting the National Human Trafficking Hotline (1 (888) 373-7888). But it exists, and whether we believe it or not, it’s in our communities. Of course, HSI...]]>
1514. </description>
1515. </item>
1516. <item>
1517. <title>The Beginner&#039;s Guide to CPR and AED</title>
1518. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-beginners-guide-to-cpr-and-aed</link>
1519. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2022 14:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
1520. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-beginners-guide-to-cpr-and-aed</guid>
1521. <description>
1522. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the United States. It can often happen with little or no warning. This means bystanders, such as family members, coworkers and anyone nearby during a medical emergency, need to be prepared to respond and provide lifesaving care.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The combination of...]]>
1523. </description>
1524. </item>
1525. <item>
1526. <title>What To Do During An Asthma Attack</title>
1527. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-to-do-during-an-asthma-attack</link>
1528. <pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2022 09:59:00 -0700</pubDate>
1529. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-to-do-during-an-asthma-attack</guid>
1530. <description>
1531. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Asthma is a chronic condition that makes breathing difficult, as a result of inflamed or narrowed airways, or tubes that allow air to flow in and out of your lungs. According to data from the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.cdc.gov/asthma/most_recent_national_asthma_data.htm&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Centers for Disease Control and Prevention&lt;/a&gt;, more than 25.1 million...]]>
1532. </description>
1533. </item>
1534. <item>
1535. <title>ATD 2022 Sara Blakely Keynote Recap</title>
1536. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/atd-2022-sara-blakely-keynote-recap</link>
1537. <pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2022 12:27:00 -0700</pubDate>
1538. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/atd-2022-sara-blakely-keynote-recap</guid>
1539. <description>
1540. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Sara Blakely walked onto the ATD stage like a ray of light. She immediately radiated warmth and positive energy. The perfect boost to an early morning keynote. You can’t help but smile back when someone else smiles that big! &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;As someone who spent many moments in her career...]]>
1541. </description>
1542. </item>
1543. <item>
1544. <title>Emergency Bleeding: How To Stop The Bleed Until Help Arrives</title>
1545. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/emergency-bleeding-how-to-stop-the-bleed-until-help-arrives</link>
1546. <pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2022 14:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
1547. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/emergency-bleeding-how-to-stop-the-bleed-until-help-arrives</guid>
1548. <description>
1549. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Uncontrolled bleeding is a major cause of preventable death in the United States. In fact, around 40% of deaths from trauma are due to severe blood loss or shock. Therefore, knowing how to apply bleeding control measures can make a significant difference in a person’s chance of survival prior...]]>
1550. </description>
1551. </item>
1552. <item>
1553. <title>8 Tips to Improve Decision-Making Skills</title>
1554. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-improve-decision-making-skills</link>
1555. <pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2022 13:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
1556. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-improve-decision-making-skills</guid>
1557. <description>
1558. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The average adult makes 35,000 decisions a day, according to &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/stretching-theory/201809/how-many-decisions-do-we-make-each-day&quot;&gt;Psychology Today&lt;/a&gt;. Snooze for nine more minutes or call in sick for a mental health day; pitch your new idea in a weekly update meeting or keep it to yourself; make an offer to job candidate A or...]]>
1559. </description>
1560. </item>
1561. <item>
1562. <title>Celebrate National EMS Week: 6 Ways to Say Thank You</title>
1563. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/celebrate-national-ems-week-6-ways-to-say-thank-you</link>
1564. <pubDate>Thu, 12 May 2022 11:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
1565. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/celebrate-national-ems-week-6-ways-to-say-thank-you</guid>
1566. <description>
1567. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;National EMS Week is right around the corner. From May 15-21, 2022, communities across the United States will come together to celebrate emergency medical services personnel for their service and sacrifice.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;President Gerald Ford first authorized National EMS Week in 1974. Since then, local communities and EMS services agencies...]]>
1568. </description>
1569. </item>
1570. <item>
1571. <title>HSI May Newsletter</title>
1572. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-may-2022</link>
1573. <pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 05:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
1574. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-may-2022</guid>
1575. <description>
1576. <![CDATA[ &lt;h4&gt;Everything You Need to Know to Comply with OSHA 1910.332 &amp;amp; 1910.333&lt;/h4&gt; &lt;p&gt;This webinar focuses on manufacturing facilities and the challenges they face in complying with these regulations, touching upon the importance of training for Qualified Electric Workers.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a class=&quot;button outline blue small&quot; href=&quot;https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7843992241490494477&quot;&gt;REGISTER NOW &amp;gt;&lt;/a&gt; &lt;/p&gt; ...]]>
1577. </description>
1578. </item>
1579. <item>
1580. <title>8 Steps to Successful Remote Collaboration</title>
1581. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/8-steps-to-successful-remote-collaboration</link>
1582. <pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2022 12:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
1583. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/8-steps-to-successful-remote-collaboration</guid>
1584. <description>
1585. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I am fortunate to have worked as a member of many remote teams throughout my career. Over 20 years ago, I was living the remote collaboration dream. My manager worked in London for two years while her husband was on sabbatical. It felt very motivating to know the business...]]>
1586. </description>
1587. </item>
1588. <item>
1589. <title>CPR Training for Underserved Populations</title>
1590. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/cpr-training-for-underserved-populations</link>
1591. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2022 15:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
1592. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/cpr-training-for-underserved-populations</guid>
1593. <description>
1594. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) can be the difference between life and death. In fact, the combination of immediate high-quality CPR and early AED use can more than double a person’s chances of survival. But bystander CPR occurs less often within vulnerable communities, further lowering survival rates for underserved populations.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Let’s...]]>
1595. </description>
1596. </item>
1597. <item>
1598. <title>The CPR Instructor&#039;s Guide to Giving Constructive Feedback</title>
1599. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-cpr-instructors-guide-to-giving-constructive-feedback</link>
1600. <pubDate>Fri, 22 Apr 2022 17:03:00 -0700</pubDate>
1601. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-cpr-instructors-guide-to-giving-constructive-feedback</guid>
1602. <description>
1603. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As a CPR Instructor, it’s your responsibility to create a safe environment for learning. This includes maintaining a friendly atmosphere and encouraging growth by giving constructive feedback.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;By skillfully modeling both giving and receiving positive feedback, you set the tone for the entire CPR training class. Students can mimic...]]>
1604. </description>
1605. </item>
1606. <item>
1607. <title>The Importance of CPR Training for the Whole Family</title>
1608. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-importance-of-cpr-training-for-the-whole-family</link>
1609. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2022 12:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
1610. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-importance-of-cpr-training-for-the-whole-family</guid>
1611. <description>
1612. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Many students take CPR as a requirement for their workplace. But the truth is you’re more likely to use your CPR training to save a loved one such as a family member.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;A recent&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.sca-aware.org/sca-news/aha-releases-heart-and-stroke-statistics-2022-update&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt; Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation newsletter&lt;/a&gt; highlights key data focused on...]]>
1613. </description>
1614. </item>
1615. <item>
1616. <title>Bystander CPR: What is it Really Like to Perform CPR?</title>
1617. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/bystander-cpr-what-is-it-really-like-to-perform-cpr</link>
1618. <pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2022 14:28:00 -0700</pubDate>
1619. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/bystander-cpr-what-is-it-really-like-to-perform-cpr</guid>
1620. <description>
1621. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;CPR, AED and First Aid training is designed to prepare you to respond to a variety of emergency situations. But what is it really like to respond and perform CPR? And how do lay responders process and carry the weight of their heroic actions?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A recent &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.sca-aware.org/sca-news/lay-rescuers-who-do-cpr-are-heroes-and-survivors-new-statement-addresses-their-perspective&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot...]]>
1622. </description>
1623. </item>
1624. <item>
1625. <title>HSI April Newsletter</title>
1626. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-april-2022</link>
1627. <pubDate>Mon, 11 Apr 2022 16:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
1628. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-april-2022</guid>
1629. <description>
1630. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Transforming Safety in the Workplace: Successful Strategies and Statistics&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Join our own Jill James, HSI Chief Safety Officer and Jon Liesmaki, Director of Environmental, Health &amp;amp; Safety at Harmon Inc. as they discuss ways companies can leverage technology to transform safety in the workplace. Harmon Inc. made the...]]>
1631. </description>
1632. </item>
1633. <item>
1634. <title>Dealing with Grief in the Workplace with Care and Empathy</title>
1635. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/dealing-with-grief-in-the-workplace-with-care-and-empathy</link>
1636. <pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2022 07:44:00 -0700</pubDate>
1637. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/dealing-with-grief-in-the-workplace-with-care-and-empathy</guid>
1638. <description>
1639. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Have you ever had to cope with the death of a co-worker? Have you supported a colleague with the loss of a spouse or the death of a child? Did your employer create a safe space for grief in the workplace? Whether you are a senior leader, the manager...]]>
1640. </description>
1641. </item>
1642. <item>
1643. <title>The Role of HR in Safety and Compliance</title>
1644. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-role-of-hr-in-safety-and-compliance</link>
1645. <pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
1646. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-role-of-hr-in-safety-and-compliance</guid>
1647. <description>
1648. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;To date, there are 180 federal laws that mandate what companies must do to ensure the health and safety of their employees. State laws add significantly to that number. Legal compliance is time-consuming, but also very necessary, as workplace illnesses and injuries &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bls.gov/cps/cpsaat47.htm&quot;&gt;keep roughly 3% of the workforce...]]>
1649. </description>
1650. </item>
1651. <item>
1652. <title>How to Perform a First Aid Assessment</title>
1653. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-perform-a-first-aid-assessment</link>
1654. <pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
1655. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-perform-a-first-aid-assessment</guid>
1656. <description>
1657. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If an individual appears to be injured, it’s important to complete an assessment of the scene and the person. This allows you to quickly identify life-threatening conditions and other medical problems to ensure the person receives timely medical care.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Here’s how to perform a first aid assessment for a...]]>
1658. </description>
1659. </item>
1660. <item>
1661. <title>National Poison Prevention Week 2022</title>
1662. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/national-poison-prevention-week-2022</link>
1663. <pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2022 16:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
1664. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/national-poison-prevention-week-2022</guid>
1665. <description>
1666. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The third full week of March is National Poison Prevention Week (NPPW). This serves as a time to shine a light on the dangers of poisonings for people of all ages and promote the importance of poisoning prevention.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;Poison Prevention Awareness&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.aapcc.org/prevention/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;American...]]>
1667. </description>
1668. </item>
1669. <item>
1670. <title>AVERT: The Importance of Emergency Bleeding Training</title>
1671. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/avert-the-importance-of-emergency-bleeding-training</link>
1672. <pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2022 15:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
1673. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/avert-the-importance-of-emergency-bleeding-training</guid>
1674. <description>
1675. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Bleeding isn’t always life-threatening. But when severe bleeding occurs, immediate responders can be the difference between life and death when medical care is delayed.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;With National STOP THE BLEED® Day right around the corner, we want to emphasize the importance of emergency bleeding training and being prepared to become...]]>
1676. </description>
1677. </item>
1678. <item>
1679. <title>Training2022 Keynote Recap: Happiness and Success</title>
1680. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/training2022-keynote-recap-happiness-and-success</link>
1681. <pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2022 06:36:00 -0800</pubDate>
1682. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/training2022-keynote-recap-happiness-and-success</guid>
1683. <description>
1684. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If someone told you happier employees translate into more success for your company, would you shake your head and roll your eyes? What if someone could offer you a research-based strategy that increases sales results by 37%? Shawn Achor opened Training Magazine’s Training2022 Conference with an entertaining and compelling...]]>
1685. </description>
1686. </item>
1687. <item>
1688. <title>HSI March Newsletter</title>
1689. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-march-2022</link>
1690. <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
1691. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-march-2022</guid>
1692. <description>
1693. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Everyone wants to improve their processes, but it can be hard to figure out what you&#039;re doing well, or what can be improved. Here are three HSI customer stories that not only showcase improved processes but may help you come up with a new idea. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/resources/harmon-inc-safety-management-safety-training&quot;&gt;Harmon, Inc...]]>
1694. </description>
1695. </item>
1696. <item>
1697. <title>Improve Your Heart Health by Reducing Stress</title>
1698. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/improve-your-heart-health-by-reducing-stress</link>
1699. <pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2022 13:59:00 -0800</pubDate>
1700. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/improve-your-heart-health-by-reducing-stress</guid>
1701. <description>
1702. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Our bodies are designed to handle shorts bursts of stress, such as worries about meeting a deadline or dealing with the frustrations of traffic. But when you experience stress for prolonged periods of time, it can impact your heart health.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Specifically, long-term or chronic stress can increase your risk...]]>
1703. </description>
1704. </item>
1705. <item>
1706. <title>Heart Month: CPR and AED Training Makes a Difference</title>
1707. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/heart-month-cpr-and-aed-training-makes-a-difference</link>
1708. <pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2022 15:01:00 -0800</pubDate>
1709. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/heart-month-cpr-and-aed-training-makes-a-difference</guid>
1710. <description>
1711. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;American Heart Month brings awareness about the importance of heart health. But it’s also a time to celebrate our network of Training Centers, Instructors and students as they do their part to help others during cardiac arrest emergencies through CPR and AED training.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;Instructors are the Unseen Link in...]]>
1712. </description>
1713. </item>
1714. <item>
1715. <title>Use Training to Foster Psychological Safety</title>
1716. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/use-training-to-foster-psychological-safety</link>
1717. <pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2022 07:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
1718. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/use-training-to-foster-psychological-safety</guid>
1719. <description>
1720. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Imagine you’ve been given the task of making your organization’s teams 75% more productive over the next three quarters—how would you do it? &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Would you look to promote or hire the best team leaders to deliver results? Work to attract and retain the best talent in the industry...]]>
1721. </description>
1722. </item>
1723. <item>
1724. <title>Making Sense of the OSHA 300 Log and OSHA Forms 300A and 301</title>
1725. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/making-sense-of-the-osha-300-log-and-osha-forms-300a-and-301</link>
1726. <pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2022 02:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
1727. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/making-sense-of-the-osha-300-log-and-osha-forms-300a-and-301</guid>
1728. <description>
1729. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Many of you have been neck deep in the stressful time that is the OSHA 300A form submission and either grateful you don’t have to then submit your 300A data directly to OSHA or frustrated by this next step. Others of you might be thinking, I don’t even know...]]>
1730. </description>
1731. </item>
1732. <item>
1733. <title>Women Are Less Likely To Receive Help During A Cardiac Arrest Emergency</title>
1734. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/women-are-less-likely-to-receive-help-during-a-cardiac-arrest-emergency</link>
1735. <pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 2022 08:37:00 -0800</pubDate>
1736. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/women-are-less-likely-to-receive-help-during-a-cardiac-arrest-emergency</guid>
1737. <description>
1738. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Bystanders are the key to survival during a sudden cardiac arrest emergency. The sooner someone receives CPR and AED intervention, the more likely they are to survive. Unfortunately, women are less likely to receive bystander CPR during a cardiac arrest emergency.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;Why are Women Less Likely to Receive CPR?&lt;/h2&gt...]]>
1739. </description>
1740. </item>
1741. <item>
1742. <title>HSI February Newsletter</title>
1743. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-february-2022</link>
1744. <pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
1745. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-february-2022</guid>
1746. <description>
1747. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We’re pleased to announce the release of a new feature built into the HSI LMS called HSI Advisor. Best of all, it’s free. And it’s available to you right now! &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;HSI Advisor ties together easy-to-use assessments with a powerful recommendation engine that helps you get the most out...]]>
1748. </description>
1749. </item>
1750. <item>
1751. <title>American Heart Month: Women and Heart Disease</title>
1752. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/american-heart-month-women-and-heart-disease</link>
1753. <pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2022 07:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
1754. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/american-heart-month-women-and-heart-disease</guid>
1755. <description>
1756. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. for both men and women. However, women sometimes experience heart disease differently than men, which can delay diagnosis and care.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Additionally, women are less likely to get help during a cardiac arrest emergency according to a study published...]]>
1757. </description>
1758. </item>
1759. <item>
1760. <title>How Education Facilities Can Get The Most From Their Emergency Care Training Budget</title>
1761. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-education-facilities-can-get-the-most-from-their-emergency-care-training-budget</link>
1762. <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2022 15:51:00 -0800</pubDate>
1763. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-education-facilities-can-get-the-most-from-their-emergency-care-training-budget</guid>
1764. <description>
1765. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Education facilities face many hurdles when it comes to getting CPR, AED and First Aid training and certification for their employees.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;They need flexible learning options to account for tight schedules with limited availability, and they need competitively priced materials that make sense for their organization’s budget. Additionally, there’s...]]>
1766. </description>
1767. </item>
1768. <item>
1769. <title>10 Signs of a Toxic Workplace: A Checklist for Managers</title>
1770. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/10-signs-of-a-toxic-workplace-a-checklist-for-managers</link>
1771. <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2022 13:43:00 -0800</pubDate>
1772. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/10-signs-of-a-toxic-workplace-a-checklist-for-managers</guid>
1773. <description>
1774. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With today’s labor shortage, organizations can’t afford to ignore the signs of a toxic workplace. This might be company-wide, or isolated to a specific department. As a manager, it’s your responsibility to do your best to create a safe, supportive, and productive environment. If you are reading this blog...]]>
1775. </description>
1776. </item>
1777. <item>
1778. <title>Blood Donor Month: Blood Is An Essential Medicine</title>
1779. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/blood-donor-month-blood-is-an-essential-medicine</link>
1780. <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jan 2022 15:46:00 -0800</pubDate>
1781. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/blood-donor-month-blood-is-an-essential-medicine</guid>
1782. <description>
1783. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.aabb.org/docs/default-source/default-document-library/positions/joint-statement-blood-donors-urgently-needed-during-national-blood-donor-month.pdf?sfvrsn=4506f62e_6&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;U.S. is facing the worst blood shortage in recent years&lt;/a&gt; with blood centers across the country having a dangerously low supply for certain critical blood types. Unfortunately, there’s been a blood supply shortage at various points throughout the pandemic due to a decline in...]]>
1784. </description>
1785. </item>
1786. <item>
1787. <title>How to Break the Mental Health Stigma in the Workplace</title>
1788. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-break-the-mental-health-stigma-in-the-workplace</link>
1789. <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
1790. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-break-the-mental-health-stigma-in-the-workplace</guid>
1791. <description>
1792. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;These days, discussions about &lt;strong&gt;mental health&lt;/strong&gt;, its challenges, and its importance, are more prevalent than ever. Yet, despite that, the stigma surrounding the issue remains. That’s likely because looking at such a personal topic head-on is &lt;em&gt;hard.&lt;/em&gt; But while it may seem more comfortable to keep a “stiff upper...]]>
1793. </description>
1794. </item>
1795. <item>
1796. <title>Start The New Year On A Positive Note</title>
1797. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/start-the-new-year-on-a-positive-note</link>
1798. <pubDate>Tue, 11 Jan 2022 15:26:00 -0800</pubDate>
1799. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/start-the-new-year-on-a-positive-note</guid>
1800. <description>
1801. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The past two years have been challenging in many ways. We’ve collectively experienced a pandemic that has taken a physical, mental, emotional and financial toll across the country. Understandably, it can be easy to get consumed by the negativity. But there’s still so much good going on in the...]]>
1802. </description>
1803. </item>
1804. <item>
1805. <title>HSI January Newsletter</title>
1806. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-january-2022</link>
1807. <pubDate>Tue, 11 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
1808. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-january-2022</guid>
1809. <description>
1810. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The OSHA 300 log and its associated reporting forms are the required evil all employers love to hate. So how do you make it less painful? HSI’s Safety Management System (SMS).&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;If you could use a deeper understanding on OSHA regulations, and how automating and digitizing OSHA logs can...]]>
1811. </description>
1812. </item>
1813. <item>
1814. <title>Office Safety Training for Employees</title>
1815. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/office-safety-training-for-employees</link>
1816. <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jan 2022 12:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
1817. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/office-safety-training-for-employees</guid>
1818. <description>
1819. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When was the last time you said, “be careful!” to a coworker as you bid goodbye or left a meeting? &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We usually say “be careful” to friends and family on a regular basis. When they leave on a road trip, we say “be careful” as a reminder to...]]>
1820. </description>
1821. </item>
1822. <item>
1823. <title>2021 In Review</title>
1824. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/2021-in-review</link>
1825. <pubDate>Thu, 30 Dec 2021 21:36:00 -0800</pubDate>
1826. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/2021-in-review</guid>
1827. <description>
1828. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As we reach the end of 2021, let’s take a look back at the key events that impacted our industry. From the ongoing pandemic to weather events to the ongoing impact of renewables. 2021 brought many challenges.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The People Who Make It All Work&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Until we get near total...]]>
1829. </description>
1830. </item>
1831. <item>
1832. <title>California and FERC Order 2222 – A Case Study on What We Might Expect</title>
1833. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/california-and-ferc-order-2222-a-case-study-on-what-we-might-expect</link>
1834. <pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2021 21:33:00 -0800</pubDate>
1835. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/california-and-ferc-order-2222-a-case-study-on-what-we-might-expect</guid>
1836. <description>
1837. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As we inch closer to February 2022, the energy industry is preparing and closely watching what &lt;a href=&quot;https://ferc.gov/media/ferc-order-no-2222-fact-sheet&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;FERC Order 2222&lt;/a&gt; will bring. According to FERC, it is heralded as the regulatory vehicle that will enable Distributed Energy Resources (DER) and their aggregators to participate alongside traditional...]]>
1838. </description>
1839. </item>
1840. <item>
1841. <title>Set Your CPR Business Up for Success for the New Year</title>
1842. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/set-your-cpr-business-up-for-success-for-the-new-year</link>
1843. <pubDate>Tue, 14 Dec 2021 15:07:00 -0800</pubDate>
1844. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/set-your-cpr-business-up-for-success-for-the-new-year</guid>
1845. <description>
1846. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With 2022 right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about how you can close out your books and set your CPR business up for success for the new year.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;End-of-year Checklist&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;By dedicating some extra time to general housekeeping tasks, you can start your year off organized...]]>
1847. </description>
1848. </item>
1849. <item>
1850. <title>HSI December Newsletter</title>
1851. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-december-2021</link>
1852. <pubDate>Tue, 14 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
1853. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-december-2021</guid>
1854. <description>
1855. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;On December 2nd we hosted the webinar, &lt;em&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/resources/vaccination-test-tracking?utm_campaign=HSI%20Webinar&amp;amp;utm_source=hs_email&amp;amp;utm_medium=email&amp;amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9fhQ5xIJcPGoJx_XRc36umCLViLQwV1PS7eRV2lIjCvQQqRMoc6_E_7_q5nuIuI7NK_3TX&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Vaccination and Test Tracking - Keep Workers Safe&lt;/a&gt;,&lt;/em&gt; where we showed you &lt;a href=&quot;https://vaxsafe-na.donesafe.com/?utm_campaign=HSI%20Webinar&amp;amp;utm_source=hs_email&amp;amp;utm_medium=email&amp;amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9fhQ5xIJcPGoJx_XRc36umCLViLQwV1PS7eRV2lIjCvQQqRMoc6_E_7_q5nuIuI7NK_3TX&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;HSI’s VaxSafe&lt;/a&gt; – a solution that simplifies COVID-19 workplace vaccine management and tracking that helps your workforce stay safe and healthy, and...]]>
1856. </description>
1857. </item>
1858. <item>
1859. <title>Holiday Safety: Christmas Tree Edition</title>
1860. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/holiday-safety-christmas-tree-edition</link>
1861. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Dec 2021 15:18:00 -0800</pubDate>
1862. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/holiday-safety-christmas-tree-edition</guid>
1863. <description>
1864. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Although Christmas tree fires aren’t common, they can grow very fast and cause significant human and property damage.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Fire-causes-and-risks/Seasonal-fire-causes/Winter-holidays/Holiday-fires-by-the-numbers&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;National Fire Protection Association&lt;/a&gt; (NFPA), Christmas tree fires cause an average of two deaths, 12 injuries and $10 million in direct property damage each...]]>
1865. </description>
1866. </item>
1867. <item>
1868. <title>What’s the difference between an unqualified and a qualified electric worker?</title>
1869. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/whats-the-difference-between-an-unqualified-and-a-qualified-electric-worker</link>
1870. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Dec 2021 08:47:00 -0800</pubDate>
1871. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/whats-the-difference-between-an-unqualified-and-a-qualified-electric-worker</guid>
1872. <description>
1873. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;OSHA and the NFPA have specific definitions for a &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/industries/qualified-electric-worker-training&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;qualified electric worker&lt;/a&gt; – basically, someone who is trained and knowledgeable about tasks performed on electrical equipment, including safety measures, protective equipment, and task proficiency. Proper training with documentation is a critical part of your qualified...]]>
1874. </description>
1875. </item>
1876. <item>
1877. <title>How to Prepare for a Winter Storm</title>
1878. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-a-winter-storm</link>
1879. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Dec 2021 08:34:00 -0800</pubDate>
1880. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-a-winter-storm</guid>
1881. <description>
1882. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;There are many dangers associated with a winter storm, from car accidents to &lt;a href=&quot;https://emergencycare.hsi.com/blog/the-dangers-of-carbon-monoxide-poisoning&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;carbon monoxide poisoning&lt;/a&gt; to hypothermia and other medical emergencies. Winter storms can leave you without power and other community services for long periods of time.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;So, the best time to prepare for...]]>
1883. </description>
1884. </item>
1885. <item>
1886. <title>Extreme Cold Weather Grid Operations, Preparedness, and Coordination SAR</title>
1887. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/extreme-cold-weather-grid-operations-preparedness-and-coordination-sar</link>
1888. <pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 21:32:00 -0800</pubDate>
1889. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/extreme-cold-weather-grid-operations-preparedness-and-coordination-sar</guid>
1890. <description>
1891. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The Standards Authorization Request (SAR) related to cold weather grid operations submitted October 6, encompasses revisions to existing standards and the creation of new ones. While state entities like the Texas Public Utility Commission have taken immediate steps to require generators and transmission service providers to formulate plans for...]]>
1892. </description>
1893. </item>
1894. <item>
1895. <title>Why Every Business Needs an AED</title>
1896. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-every-business-needs-an-aed</link>
1897. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
1898. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-every-business-needs-an-aed</guid>
1899. <description>
1900. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Sudden cardiac arrest can happen to anyone at any time. People of all ages — from infants to teens to older adults — can experience &lt;a href=&quot;https://emergencycare.hsi.com/blog/sudden-cardiac-arrest-awareness-month-2020&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;sudden cardiac arrest&lt;/a&gt; without warning. This means a cardiac arrest emergency could happen to you or someone nearby while you’re...]]>
1901. </description>
1902. </item>
1903. <item>
1904. <title>Tips for Cultivating Gratitude in the Workplace</title>
1905. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-cultivating-gratitude-in-the-workplace</link>
1906. <pubDate>Fri, 19 Nov 2021 18:40:00 -0800</pubDate>
1907. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-cultivating-gratitude-in-the-workplace</guid>
1908. <description>
1909. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;“Thank you.” Isn’t that nice to hear? Would you like to work for a company that makes cultivating gratitude in the workplace a priority? Yes, me too. Treating your employees with gratitude can pay off with stronger engagement. It is also a topic that will help companies stand out...]]>
1910. </description>
1911. </item>
1912. <item>
1913. <title>Setting the Stage</title>
1914. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/setting-the-stage</link>
1915. <pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2021 21:31:00 -0800</pubDate>
1916. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/setting-the-stage</guid>
1917. <description>
1918. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Best practices and lessons learned are interesting topics, especially in the world of electric grid reliability. These approaches are closely tied to risk – the double-edged sword of risk to grid reliability – coupled with the risk of non-compliance with an approved NERC reliability standard. The Registered Entity or...]]>
1919. </description>
1920. </item>
1921. <item>
1922. <title>Thanksgiving Safety: Prevent Home Cooking Fires</title>
1923. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/thanksgiving-safety-prevent-home-cooking-fires</link>
1924. <pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2021 10:24:00 -0800</pubDate>
1925. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/thanksgiving-safety-prevent-home-cooking-fires</guid>
1926. <description>
1927. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;According to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Fire-causes-and-risks/Seasonal-fire-causes/Thanksgiving&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;National Fire Protection Association&lt;/a&gt; (NFPA), there are more than three times as many home cooking fires on Thanksgiving. In fact, it’s the peak day for home cooking fires for the entire year, with Christmas Day and Christmas Eve following close behind.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;As...]]>
1928. </description>
1929. </item>
1930. <item>
1931. <title>The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning</title>
1932. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-dangers-of-carbon-monoxide-poisoning</link>
1933. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2021 12:14:00 -0800</pubDate>
1934. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-dangers-of-carbon-monoxide-poisoning</guid>
1935. <description>
1936. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Carbon monoxide poisoning claims the lives of more than 400 Americans each year and makes thousands upon thousands more ill.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Carbon monoxide is a “silent killer”. It’s an odorless, colorless toxic gas that can easily go unnoticed to the human senses.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The dangers of carbon monoxide can be found...]]>
1937. </description>
1938. </item>
1939. <item>
1940. <title>HSI November Newsletter</title>
1941. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-november-2021</link>
1942. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
1943. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-november-2021</guid>
1944. <description>
1945. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Track employee vaccination status and monitor COVID tests through the new HSI VaxSAFE vaccination management solution. VaxSAFE simplifies COVID-19 testing and vaccination tracking to comply with workplace health and safety obligations and regulatory mandates. It allows staff to securely upload proof of vaccination, and testing status. Smart automated workflows...]]>
1946. </description>
1947. </item>
1948. <item>
1949. <title>7 Tips to Support Continuous Learning</title>
1950. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/7-tips-to-support-continuous-learning</link>
1951. <pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2021 18:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
1952. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/7-tips-to-support-continuous-learning</guid>
1953. <description>
1954. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Continuous learning is part of our lives as we adapt to change. Microsoft releases a new version of Excel and you can’t find how to do subtotals. A new coworker joins your team and you must learn how to adapt to their personality. You are invited to lead a...]]>
1955. </description>
1956. </item>
1957. <item>
1958. <title>Texas Winter Weather Recommendations</title>
1959. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/texas-winter-weather-recommendations</link>
1960. <pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2021 21:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
1961. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/texas-winter-weather-recommendations</guid>
1962. <description>
1963. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In 2012, Quanta Technology developed a &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; href=&quot;http://interchange.puc.texas.gov/search/documents/?controlNumber=39646&amp;amp;itemNumber=10&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Weather Emergency Preparedness Report&lt;/a&gt; for the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT). The report was developed in response to legislation in Texas following the February 2011 cold weather event. On October 18, 2021, the &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; href=&quot;http://interchange.puc.texas.gov/Documents/51840_101_1160359.PDF&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;PUCT...]]>
1964. </description>
1965. </item>
1966. <item>
1967. <title>NERC Standards Development in Action</title>
1968. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/nerc-standards-development-in-action</link>
1969. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Oct 2021 21:27:00 -0700</pubDate>
1970. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/nerc-standards-development-in-action</guid>
1971. <description>
1972. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As we’ve noted in a previous post, the NERC standards development process includes all interested parties and is incredibly transparent. Great examples of the openness of the development process are found in the current &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; href=&quot;https://www.nerc.com/pa/Stand/Pages/Project_2020-03_Supply_Chain_Low_Impact_Revisions.aspx&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Project 2020-03 Supply Chain Low Impact Revisions to standard CIP-003&lt;/a&gt;. In...]]>
1973. </description>
1974. </item>
1975. <item>
1976. <title>What Makes a Qualified Electric Worker?</title>
1977. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-makes-a-qualified-electric-worker</link>
1978. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2021 15:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
1979. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-makes-a-qualified-electric-worker</guid>
1980. <description>
1981. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Any business with employees who work on electrical equipment faces the challenge of determining who is a qualified worker. The onus is on the employer to identify and train those employees to meet &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/course-library/specialty/arc-flash-training-nfpa-70e/arc-flash-training-nfpa-70e-1&quot;&gt;NFPA 70E&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/industries/power-utilities&quot;&gt;OSHA 1910.269&lt;/a&gt; and 1910.333 standards.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What do you need to know...]]>
1982. </description>
1983. </item>
1984. <item>
1985. <title>Teaching Tips for Mobile CPR Instructors</title>
1986. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/teaching-tips-for-mobile-cpr-instructors</link>
1987. <pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2021 11:57:00 -0700</pubDate>
1988. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/teaching-tips-for-mobile-cpr-instructors</guid>
1989. <description>
1990. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;One of the great business aspects of being a CPR Instructor is that you aren’t necessarily bound by a specific classroom or training facility. HSI’s emergency care training programs are designed to be used on the go, allowing instructors to provide CPR, AED and First Aid training wherever their...]]>
1991. </description>
1992. </item>
1993. <item>
1994. <title>How to Curate a Training Curriculum on Demand</title>
1995. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-curate-a-training-curriculum-on-demand</link>
1996. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:59:00 -0700</pubDate>
1997. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-curate-a-training-curriculum-on-demand</guid>
1998. <description>
1999. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Today’s diverse workforce requires a training program with a wide variety of topics to address those diverse needs. It’s nearly impossible for an internal team of trainers to create 100% of the training for 100% of their employees. It’s very easy to curate a training curriculum when you subscribe...]]>
2000. </description>
2001. </item>
2002. <item>
2003. <title>Halloween Safety: Adult Edition</title>
2004. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/halloween-safety-adult-edition</link>
2005. <pubDate>Tue, 12 Oct 2021 15:21:00 -0700</pubDate>
2006. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/halloween-safety-adult-edition</guid>
2007. <description>
2008. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Most people think of children’s safety when planning for Halloween activities. But Halloween fun and preparedness doesn’t have an age limit. Whether you’re driving home from work during trick-or-treating hours, hosting a party or handing out candy at your home, these safety tips can help keep you and others...]]>
2009. </description>
2010. </item>
2011. <item>
2012. <title>HSI October Newsletter</title>
2013. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-october-2021</link>
2014. <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2021 17:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
2015. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-newsletter-october-2021</guid>
2016. <description>
2017. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Unless you&#039;re Mother Teresa, you have experienced road rage...or at least witnessed it. This new course covers actions you can take to keep yourself from becoming involved in a road rage situation and how to respond. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Learning objectives&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li&gt;Recognize what road rage is and who is affected...]]>
2018. </description>
2019. </item>
2020. <item>
2021. <title>Be a Better Manager and Coach with 5 Lessons from Ted Lasso</title>
2022. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/be-a-better-manager-and-coach-with-5-lessons-from-ted-lasso</link>
2023. <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2021 16:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
2024. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/be-a-better-manager-and-coach-with-5-lessons-from-ted-lasso</guid>
2025. <description>
2026. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you aren’t watching Ted Lasso on Apple TV, you are really missing out! This show has so much heart, optimism, and belly-laughing humor. It’s winning all the awards and I see great parallels between the show’s lessons and work lessons on how you can be a better manager...]]>
2027. </description>
2028. </item>
2029. <item>
2030. <title>How to Fight the Ebbinghaus Forgetting Curve</title>
2031. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-fight-the-ebbinghaus-forgetting-curve</link>
2032. <pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2021 16:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
2033. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-fight-the-ebbinghaus-forgetting-curve</guid>
2034. <description>
2035. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Have you ever gone to a party where you met a group of people and could not remember their names a few minutes later? (Who was the tall guy by the chips that looked like Fred from Scooby Doo?) Or what did you have for breakfast yesterday? Smoothie, overnight...]]>
2036. </description>
2037. </item>
2038. <item>
2039. <title>AVERT Stop the Bleeding Program | Darcy Leutzinger &amp; Lindsay Gietzen</title>
2040. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/avert-stop-the-bleeding-program-darcy-leutzinger-lindsay-gietzen</link>
2041. <pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2021 13:47:00 -0700</pubDate>
2042. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/avert-stop-the-bleeding-program-darcy-leutzinger-lindsay-gietzen</guid>
2043. <description>
2044. <![CDATA[ &lt;h3&gt;AVERT Takes the Principles of Run Hide Fight Training To The Next Level&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;Just as the threat of active violence has evolved over the years, so too has &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/active-shooter-training&quot;&gt;active violence emergency response training&lt;/a&gt;. During an interview with ASIS TV at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) Expo in Orlando...]]>
2045. </description>
2046. </item>
2047. <item>
2048. <title>Sudden Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack: What&#039;s the Difference?</title>
2049. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/sudden-cardiac-arrest-vs-heart-attack-whats-the-difference</link>
2050. <pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2021 12:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
2051. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/sudden-cardiac-arrest-vs-heart-attack-whats-the-difference</guid>
2052. <description>
2053. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month is right around the corner! So, let’s address one of the most common questions that CPR students have: What’s the difference between sudden cardiac arrest and a heart attack?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The general public often uses these terms interchangeably, but they are two separate medical emergencies.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
2054. </description>
2055. </item>
2056. <item>
2057. <title>Renewables in Bulk Electric System Planning</title>
2058. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/renewables-in-bulk-electric-system-planning</link>
2059. <pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 21:26:00 -0700</pubDate>
2060. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/renewables-in-bulk-electric-system-planning</guid>
2061. <description>
2062. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As we look ahead and anticipate what electric grid performance and planning issues are coming, renewable generation operating characteristics become increasingly interesting. For this week’s post we’ve called on David Hilt, former NERC VP of Compliance, and current resource for HSI, to help us understand some of these changes...]]>
2063. </description>
2064. </item>
2065. <item>
2066. <title>HSI September Newsletter 2021</title>
2067. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-september-newsletter-2021</link>
2068. <pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
2069. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-september-newsletter-2021</guid>
2070. <description>
2071. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It&#039;s not the most glamorous part of the job, but all HR and Safety leaders need a system to log, track, and provide workflows to enhance safety and compliance processes.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Neither Excel nor paper on clipboards is cutting it anymore in this virtual world, magnifying the need for a...]]>
2072. </description>
2073. </item>
2074. <item>
2075. <title>Notes from SHRM21: Mental Wellness and Inclusion</title>
2076. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/notes-from-shrm21-mental-wellness-and-inclusion</link>
2077. <pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2021 19:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
2078. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/notes-from-shrm21-mental-wellness-and-inclusion</guid>
2079. <description>
2080. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;SHRM21 in Las Vegas delivered a great live event! Thousands of people donned their masks and attended in person. As a marketing professional, this was my first SHRM event and my first experience with HR professionals. My take is that HR is the heartbeat of an organization, and it...]]>
2081. </description>
2082. </item>
2083. <item>
2084. <title>ATD 2021 Keynote Recap: Angela Duckworth and Her Grit Scale</title>
2085. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/atd-2021-keynote-recap-angela-duckworth-and-her-grit-scale</link>
2086. <pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2021 18:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
2087. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/atd-2021-keynote-recap-angela-duckworth-and-her-grit-scale</guid>
2088. <description>
2089. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;ATD 2021 kicked off with a lively and engaging keynote from Angela Duckworth. She began with stories from her childhood and how her family placed a high value on achievement, success, and achievement. She knew she wasn’t the smartest person in her class or in school, and...]]>
2090. </description>
2091. </item>
2092. <item>
2093. <title>Workplace Security Concerns and Solutions with Darcy Leutzinger</title>
2094. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/workplace-security-concerns-and-solutions-with-darcy-leutzinger</link>
2095. <pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2021 12:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
2096. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/workplace-security-concerns-and-solutions-with-darcy-leutzinger</guid>
2097. <description>
2098. <![CDATA[ &lt;h3&gt;Security Concerns and Solutions for the Workplace&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;Workplace violence and active assailant threats have risen near the forefront of organizations&#039; risk management concerns. Active shooter incidents are on the rise, post-COVID. Incidents are up nearly 20% from this time last year. Following a year that saw many organizations turn...]]>
2099. </description>
2100. </item>
2101. <item>
2102. <title>Active Shooter Response Training for Places of Worship Video</title>
2103. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-response-training-for-places-of-worship-video</link>
2104. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2021 10:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
2105. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-response-training-for-places-of-worship-video</guid>
2106. <description>
2107. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Make sure your place of worship is ready to handle active shooter situations. It is important to take steps to prepare for the potential of these situations in order to ensure your staff, volunteers and congregation feel safe at all times. An &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/active-shooter-training&quot;&gt;active shooter response training&lt;/a&gt; course helps...]]>
2108. </description>
2109. </item>
2110. <item>
2111. <title>Active Shooter Response Training for Businesses and Corporations Video</title>
2112. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-response-training-for-businesses-and-corporations-video</link>
2113. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2021 09:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
2114. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-response-training-for-businesses-and-corporations-video</guid>
2115. <description>
2116. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you want to ensure a safe work environment for your business and your team, it’s important to include preparation for active shooter situations. Our specialized training services gives your team the knowledge they need to be able to respond if the unimaginable ever happens. Find out more about...]]>
2117. </description>
2118. </item>
2119. <item>
2120. <title>Develop Emotional Intelligence (EQ) in the Workplace</title>
2121. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/develop-emotional-intelligence-eq-in-the-workplace</link>
2122. <pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 20:36:00 -0700</pubDate>
2123. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/develop-emotional-intelligence-eq-in-the-workplace</guid>
2124. <description>
2125. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Scroll through any social media platform and you will witness intelligent people losing sight of their own emotions while reacting to the emotions of others. Politics, mask mandates, even reality TV. These same people are employees in the business world and this zealous behavior may...]]>
2126. </description>
2127. </item>
2128. <item>
2129. <title>Training to Help Your Employees Have Difficult Conversations at Work</title>
2130. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/training-to-help-your-employees-have-difficult-conversations-at-work</link>
2131. <pubDate>Fri, 20 Aug 2021 19:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
2132. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/training-to-help-your-employees-have-difficult-conversations-at-work</guid>
2133. <description>
2134. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; One of my least favorite tasks is having difficult conversations at work. I am generally non-confrontational, but there are challenging situations in the workplace that require tough conversations at the right time. This is one of those soft skills that both employees and managers need to develop and...]]>
2135. </description>
2136. </item>
2137. <item>
2138. <title>What is Cognitive Load, and Why Does It Matter for Corporate Training and Development?</title>
2139. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-cognitive-load-and-why-does-it-matter-for-corporate-training-and-development</link>
2140. <pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2021 18:45:00 -0700</pubDate>
2141. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-cognitive-load-and-why-does-it-matter-for-corporate-training-and-development</guid>
2142. <description>
2143. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Science has given a name to how “heavy” a presentation can be: &lt;em&gt;Cognitive load&lt;/em&gt;. Cognitive load is an important concept in instructional design, and it gives us good evidence as to why traditional corporate training—think 60-minute sessions led by an instructor in a classroom or 30–60-minute video—are...]]>
2144. </description>
2145. </item>
2146. <item>
2147. <title>10 Ways You Can Foster Better Compliance in the Workplace</title>
2148. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/10-ways-you-can-foster-better-compliance-in-the-workplace</link>
2149. <pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2021 17:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
2150. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/10-ways-you-can-foster-better-compliance-in-the-workplace</guid>
2151. <description>
2152. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;When I tell people what I do and I mention compliance training, the typical response is a groan, an eye roll, and a comment like &quot;Oh my gosh, my company makes us sit through this boring training every year. It&#039;s horrible, outdated, and even laughable!&quot;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Why is...]]>
2153. </description>
2154. </item>
2155. <item>
2156. <title>Buying an LMS: The Complete Feature Checklist to Make the Right Choice</title>
2157. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/buying-an-lms-the-complete-feature-checklist-to-make-the-right-choice</link>
2158. <pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2021 16:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
2159. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/buying-an-lms-the-complete-feature-checklist-to-make-the-right-choice</guid>
2160. <description>
2161. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“Which LMS should I use?” or &quot;Which LMS features are most important?&quot; are questions you may be contemplating. Whether you are buying an LMS for the first time or merely looking to replace your old, outdated LMS, you know the importance of doing your homework and finding...]]>
2162. </description>
2163. </item>
2164. <item>
2165. <title>Considerations When Employees Go From Part-Time to Full-Time Work</title>
2166. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/considerations-when-employees-go-from-part-time-to-full-time-work</link>
2167. <pubDate>Tue, 03 Aug 2021 19:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
2168. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/considerations-when-employees-go-from-part-time-to-full-time-work</guid>
2169. <description>
2170. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;As companies struggle to find qualified candidates, the best choice for an open position might be right under your nose. One of your rock star team members might be looking at the current job market and considering going from part-time to full-time work. You don’t want to...]]>
2171. </description>
2172. </item>
2173. <item>
2174. <title>The Rising Tide of Attention on Renewables – Welcome to the Club</title>
2175. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-rising-tide-of-attention-on-renewables-welcome-to-the-club</link>
2176. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2021 21:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
2177. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-rising-tide-of-attention-on-renewables-welcome-to-the-club</guid>
2178. <description>
2179. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As renewable generation continues to grow, occupying bigger and bigger portions of overall installed capacity in the United States, its value to the reliability of the Bulk Power System (BPS) is growing right along with it. While most renewable generation projects remain below the bright line threshold of mandatory...]]>
2180. </description>
2181. </item>
2182. <item>
2183. <title>First Aid Training for Employees: Real Life Examples of Why You Need It</title>
2184. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/first-aid-training-for-employees-real-life-examples-of-why-you-need-it</link>
2185. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2021 20:21:00 -0700</pubDate>
2186. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/first-aid-training-for-employees-real-life-examples-of-why-you-need-it</guid>
2187. <description>
2188. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;First aid training for employees may not be the highest priority on your list of training needs, especially if most of your people work in an office. We’ve all seen people goof around or hurt themselves when they weren’t paying attention. You may also have people who...]]>
2189. </description>
2190. </item>
2191. <item>
2192. <title>So you&#039;ve purchased our training and LMS; what&#039;s next?</title>
2193. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/so-youve-purchased-our-training-and-lms-whats-next</link>
2194. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2021 10:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
2195. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/so-youve-purchased-our-training-and-lms-whats-next</guid>
2196. <description>
2197. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When a company purchases software for widespread use (think HR, timecard/tracking, project management, training, logistics, inventory management, etc.), usually the buying process is lengthy and involves a team of people.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;After the contract is signed, and all the effort, time spent researching options, attending demos, negotiating pricing and contract...]]>
2198. </description>
2199. </item>
2200. <item>
2201. <title>Leadership Lessons from 2020</title>
2202. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/leadership-lessons-from-the-last-year</link>
2203. <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2021 19:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
2204. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/leadership-lessons-from-the-last-year</guid>
2205. <description>
2206. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; They say hindsight is 20/20, and looking back on the last year, we’ve learned a few leadership lessons. We learned that leadership is not established by title, but by actions. Successful leaders are resilient and able to pivot and adjust to the challenges of an ongoing global pandemic...]]>
2207. </description>
2208. </item>
2209. <item>
2210. <title>How to Drive Corporate Innovation with Training</title>
2211. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-drive-corporate-innovation-with-training</link>
2212. <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jul 2021 21:26:00 -0700</pubDate>
2213. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-drive-corporate-innovation-with-training</guid>
2214. <description>
2215. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; During the pandemic we saw examples of corporate innovation as companies pivoted to adjust to new business and operations challenges. Fashion designers produced face masks, full-service restaurants built drive-up windows, and distilleries made hand sanitizer. Cultures built on creativity were nimble and able to react with agility. Some...]]>
2216. </description>
2217. </item>
2218. <item>
2219. <title>Guide to New Manager Training</title>
2220. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/guide-to-new-manager-training</link>
2221. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Jul 2021 20:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
2222. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/guide-to-new-manager-training</guid>
2223. <description>
2224. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; Being promoted to your first management position is an exciting time in your career. It can also be intimidating and overwhelming. The increased visibility and responsibility offer new challenges and stresses. As a first-time manager, training is key to success. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A common problem we are all facing...]]>
2225. </description>
2226. </item>
2227. <item>
2228. <title>Water Safety Tips: Backyard Pool Edition</title>
2229. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/water-safety-tips-backyard-pool-edition</link>
2230. <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jul 2021 15:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
2231. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/water-safety-tips-backyard-pool-edition</guid>
2232. <description>
2233. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;There’s been a spike in demand for backyard pools throughout the pandemic as families have stayed close to home for summer fun. Unfortunately, this surge in backyard pool sales has also meant an increase in accidents and potential safety issues.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;While backyard pools aren’t a new safety concern, families...]]>
2234. </description>
2235. </item>
2236. <item>
2237. <title>7 Tips for Managing Negativity</title>
2238. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/7-tips-for-managing-negativity</link>
2239. <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:19:00 -0700</pubDate>
2240. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/7-tips-for-managing-negativity</guid>
2241. <description>
2242. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Negativity is toxic. It might start with one person or one incident, but it can spread like lightning. As the phrase goes, “misery loves company.” Everybody gets caught up in some type of workplace negativity from time to time. That’s just part of the challenges and emotions...]]>
2243. </description>
2244. </item>
2245. <item>
2246. <title>How to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed at Work: Understand Stress and Burnout</title>
2247. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-stop-feeling-overwhelmed-at-work-understand-stress-and-burnout</link>
2248. <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2021 15:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
2249. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-stop-feeling-overwhelmed-at-work-understand-stress-and-burnout</guid>
2250. <description>
2251. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; These days feeling overwhelmed at work also means feeling overwhelmed at home. Many of us are still working remotely and feeling higher levels of work stress and burnout. Emotional and mental health is affected due to the quarantine and pandemic. Now we are bracing for a new wave...]]>
2252. </description>
2253. </item>
2254. <item>
2255. <title>Customize Your LMS to Drive Learning Engagement</title>
2256. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/customize-your-lms-to-drive-learning-engagement</link>
2257. <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jul 2021 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
2258. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/customize-your-lms-to-drive-learning-engagement</guid>
2259. <description>
2260. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; All learning management systems are not created equal. Some simply act as a utility delivering a stark environment for a learner to log in, take the required training, and log out. Check the box and ensure compliance. Others allow you to customize your LMS to drive learning engagement...]]>
2261. </description>
2262. </item>
2263. <item>
2264. <title>Upcoming Challenges for Low Impact Control Centers</title>
2265. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/upcoming-challenges-for-low-impact-control-centers</link>
2266. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2021 21:22:00 -0700</pubDate>
2267. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/upcoming-challenges-for-low-impact-control-centers</guid>
2268. <description>
2269. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Some Regional Entities are issuing notices of revocation to entities with Low Impact Control Centers (LICC) who had previously received letters that exempted their Control Center as Medium Impact under CIP-002-5.1a, Impact Rating Criterion 2.12.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What is and isn’t a control center has been an issue for some time...]]>
2270. </description>
2271. </item>
2272. <item>
2273. <title>Situational Awareness Training for Employees</title>
2274. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/situational-awareness-training-for-employees</link>
2275. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2021 19:11:00 -0700</pubDate>
2276. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/situational-awareness-training-for-employees</guid>
2277. <description>
2278. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Situational awareness for employees has relevance across many of our training topics. Safety training brings your attention to emergency exits and fire extinguishers. Active shooter training teaches you to be aware of your surroundings and pay attention to the behaviors of the people around you. All of...]]>
2279. </description>
2280. </item>
2281. <item>
2282. <title>Fireworks-Related Injuries by the Numbers</title>
2283. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/fireworks-related-injuries-by-the-numbers</link>
2284. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2021 09:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
2285. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/fireworks-related-injuries-by-the-numbers</guid>
2286. <description>
2287. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Every year before the Fourth of July, doctors and firefighters warn about the dangers of fireworks. And every year, the number of fireworks injuries grows. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and American Academy of Pediatrics want that to change. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In the past 15 years, fireworks-related injuries...]]>
2288. </description>
2289. </item>
2290. <item>
2291. <title>Regulatory Compliance Training: How to Get Started</title>
2292. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/regulatory-compliance-training-how-to-get-started</link>
2293. <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2021 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
2294. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/regulatory-compliance-training-how-to-get-started</guid>
2295. <description>
2296. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; As an HR professional, how do you and your employees view regulatory compliance training? Is it just an annual inconvenience to be endured? Or is it a vital part of an employee development program that enriches staff and makes your company a better place to work? Given the...]]>
2297. </description>
2298. </item>
2299. <item>
2300. <title>Workplace Violence Prevention Training Components</title>
2301. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/workplace-violence-prevention-training-components</link>
2302. <pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2021 10:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
2303. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/workplace-violence-prevention-training-components</guid>
2304. <description>
2305. <![CDATA[ &lt;h2&gt;Four Components of Workplace Violence Prevention Training&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;h4&gt;A person with a severe injury can bleed to death in as little as three minutes. If you follow these simple steps it could be the difference between life and death.&lt;/h4&gt; &lt;p&gt;Our &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/active-shooter-training/corporations&quot;&gt;workplace violence prevention training&lt;/a&gt; is designed to enhance safety...]]>
2306. </description>
2307. </item>
2308. <item>
2309. <title>How Can you Celebrate Pride Month in Your Workplace?</title>
2310. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-can-you-celebrate-pride-month-in-your-workplace</link>
2311. <pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2021 19:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
2312. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-can-you-celebrate-pride-month-in-your-workplace</guid>
2313. <description>
2314. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; Every June you may see a flood of rainbow logos, parades and festivities in the LGBTQ+ community to celebrate Pride Month. In my experience, every year the recognition of Pride Month grows to include many more allies and supporters. So, how can you celebrate Pride Month in your...]]>
2315. </description>
2316. </item>
2317. <item>
2318. <title>How to Develop Leaders Across the Organization</title>
2319. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-develop-leaders-across-the-organization</link>
2320. <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jun 2021 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
2321. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-develop-leaders-across-the-organization</guid>
2322. <description>
2323. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; Most leadership development programs focus on grooming people for roles in the C-Suite or with EVP and SVP titles. There is no denying the importance of this process. With the right approach, it’s also possible to develop leaders among all your employees. Leadership skills are necessary in many...]]>
2324. </description>
2325. </item>
2326. <item>
2327. <title>Tips to Build Relationships at Work</title>
2328. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-to-build-relationships-at-work</link>
2329. <pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2021 16:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
2330. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-to-build-relationships-at-work</guid>
2331. <description>
2332. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; Prior to the global pandemic, building relationships at work was fairly easy. You were surrounded by teammates with the same goals. Being in-person allowed for quick on-the-spot collaboration and impromptu conversation, so you could build both a professional and personal network. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to a recent...]]>
2333. </description>
2334. </item>
2335. <item>
2336. <title>Cold Weather Considerations –  Looking Ahead to the Highlights</title>
2337. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/cold-weather-considerations-looking-ahead-to-the-highlights</link>
2338. <pubDate>Thu, 03 Jun 2021 21:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
2339. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/cold-weather-considerations-looking-ahead-to-the-highlights</guid>
2340. <description>
2341. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;This week the final ballot results were announced for the three standards being revised to enhance cold weather preparedness. All passed the Registered Ballot Body votes and will now go to the NERC Board for approval. The development of these standard revisions was put on a fast track given...]]>
2342. </description>
2343. </item>
2344. <item>
2345. <title>Tips for Creating a Cybersecurity Training Program</title>
2346. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-creating-a-cybersecurity-training-program</link>
2347. <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
2348. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-creating-a-cybersecurity-training-program</guid>
2349. <description>
2350. <![CDATA[ &lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Cybersecurity training as an extension of your safety training&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;We talk about creating a safe work environment for our employees. Safety from discrimination and harassment, and physical safety when working with electricity, &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/course-library/safety-compliance/osha/forklift-operator&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;forklifts&lt;/a&gt;, and &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/course-library/industrial-skills/safety-health-and-plant-science/hazardous-materials-safety&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;hazardous materials&lt;/a&gt;. Cybersecurity training is not only...]]>
2351. </description>
2352. </item>
2353. <item>
2354. <title>6 Benefits of Self-Paced Learning for Employees</title>
2355. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/6-benefits-of-self-paced-learning-for-employees</link>
2356. <pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
2357. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/6-benefits-of-self-paced-learning-for-employees</guid>
2358. <description>
2359. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Today’s modern workforce needs a modern training mix. This includes blended learning with both eLearning and instructor-led sessions, on-the-job training, and also self-paced learning. Your diverse workforce is comprised of people with different backgrounds, experiences, and learning styles. Giving them the flexibility to learn at their own...]]>
2360. </description>
2361. </item>
2362. <item>
2363. <title>Ring, Ring! What Call Center Training Do You Need Today?</title>
2364. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/ring-ring-what-call-center-training-do-you-need-today</link>
2365. <pubDate>Thu, 20 May 2021 19:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
2366. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/ring-ring-what-call-center-training-do-you-need-today</guid>
2367. <description>
2368. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; I recently had to call customer service at a major corporation. I spent 18 minutes on hold, then spoke to someone in the call center who told me I had to call a different 800 number. Of course. I called that number and waited for another 13 minutes...]]>
2369. </description>
2370. </item>
2371. <item>
2372. <title>STOP THE BLEED® Day: Bleeding Control Techniques</title>
2373. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/stop-the-bleed-day-bleeding-control-techniques</link>
2374. <pubDate>Wed, 19 May 2021 15:14:00 -0700</pubDate>
2375. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/stop-the-bleed-day-bleeding-control-techniques</guid>
2376. <description>
2377. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;National STOP THE BLEED® Day happens every May. It’s a national awareness campaign that serves as a call-to-action to save lives by training people how to stop traumatic bleeding during an emergency. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;It’s well known that severe bleeding can quickly become life-threatening, and with training, anyone in the...]]>
2378. </description>
2379. </item>
2380. <item>
2381. <title>Elements of a Whole-Person Approach to Employee Training</title>
2382. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/elements-of-a-whole-person-approach-to-employee-training</link>
2383. <pubDate>Thu, 13 May 2021 19:19:00 -0700</pubDate>
2384. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/elements-of-a-whole-person-approach-to-employee-training</guid>
2385. <description>
2386. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;If you think of your learners as human beings with a life outside of your organization, you may approach training differently. They are not just employees, assets, or resources. They are people with hopes and dreams, along with worries and problems. They value a personal life. Their...]]>
2387. </description>
2388. </item>
2389. <item>
2390. <title>Note to the Disruptors: Maximizing the Value of Emerging Generation Technology</title>
2391. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/note-to-the-disruptors-maximizing-the-value-of-emerging-generation-technology</link>
2392. <pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2021 21:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
2393. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/note-to-the-disruptors-maximizing-the-value-of-emerging-generation-technology</guid>
2394. <description>
2395. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;These are exciting times for the innovators, aggregators, and outside-the-box-thinkers who are laying the foundations of change in the world of electric generation. The industry has taken significant notice of the benefits and operational characteristics of green energy resources. Guidance is plentiful for invertor-based technologies as well as battery-based...]]>
2396. </description>
2397. </item>
2398. <item>
2399. <title>The Benefits of a Manufacturing Training Program</title>
2400. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-benefits-of-a-manufacturing-training-program</link>
2401. <pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2021 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
2402. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-benefits-of-a-manufacturing-training-program</guid>
2403. <description>
2404. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; Manufacturing jobs are all about making, building, and assembling— &lt;em&gt;actively doing&lt;/em&gt; tasks that produce the company’s goods. When success is measured by productivity, there’s an impulse to avoid anything that interrupts the flow of work. There are many benefits to offering a formal training program for manufacturing jobs...]]>
2405. </description>
2406. </item>
2407. <item>
2408. <title>Nurses Month: Nurses Make a Difference</title>
2409. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/nurses-month-nurses-make-a-difference</link>
2410. <pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2021 16:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
2411. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/nurses-month-nurses-make-a-difference</guid>
2412. <description>
2413. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Whether they’re providing emergency or routine care, nurses make a difference in their patients’ lives and in their communities. As part of &lt;a href=&quot;https://anayearofthenurse.org/about-nurses-month/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Nurses Month&lt;/a&gt;, we’d like to honor and thank all nurses for the many physical, mental and emotional sacrifices you continuously make.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Many of...]]>
2414. </description>
2415. </item>
2416. <item>
2417. <title>Effective Coaching Techniques in the Workplace: Tips to Ignite Potential</title>
2418. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/effective-coaching-techniques-in-the-workplace-tips-to-ignite-potential</link>
2419. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2021 16:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
2420. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/effective-coaching-techniques-in-the-workplace-tips-to-ignite-potential</guid>
2421. <description>
2422. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Some leaders get to where they are by working hard and learning the ropes. Some also seem to have an innate ability to motivate and inspire others. But a good work ethic, a charismatic personality, or powers of persuasion are not enough—to truly lead in the workplace...]]>
2423. </description>
2424. </item>
2425. <item>
2426. <title>Bleeding Control Training | Stop the Bleed Instructor Training</title>
2427. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/bleeding-control-training-stop-the-bleed-instructor-training</link>
2428. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2021 14:13:00 -0700</pubDate>
2429. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/bleeding-control-training-stop-the-bleed-instructor-training</guid>
2430. <description>
2431. <![CDATA[ &lt;h2&gt;Three Techniques To Stop The Bleed&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;h4&gt;After a severe injury, a person can bleed to death in as little as three minutes. This means when accidental bleeding occurs, stopping the bleed in those first minutes is critical, and most times you can’t wait for first responders to arrive.&lt;/h4&gt; &lt;p&gt;Knowing...]]>
2432. </description>
2433. </item>
2434. <item>
2435. <title>Active Shooter Response Training for Schools Video</title>
2436. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-response-training-for-schools-video</link>
2437. <pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2021 16:31:00 -0700</pubDate>
2438. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-response-training-for-schools-video</guid>
2439. <description>
2440. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Being prepared for the worst-case scenarios that could one day strike your school is vital. Sadly, the risk of facing an active shooter is a real and being prepared and knowing how to handle the situation correctly is a matter of life and death. With the help of our...]]>
2441. </description>
2442. </item>
2443. <item>
2444. <title>Making Mistakes at Work: How to Recover, Learn, and Move On</title>
2445. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/making-mistakes-at-work-how-to-recover-learn-and-move-on</link>
2446. <pubDate>Thu, 22 Apr 2021 19:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
2447. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/making-mistakes-at-work-how-to-recover-learn-and-move-on</guid>
2448. <description>
2449. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In today’s world of cancel culture, I worry how the fear of making mistakes at work may affect entry-level employees. Will they take risks, bring new ideas, and make suggestions? Or will the fear of being “canceled” crush their creativity and imagination?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Everything is new...]]>
2450. </description>
2451. </item>
2452. <item>
2453. <title>How to Safely Dispose of Medication</title>
2454. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-safely-dispose-of-medication</link>
2455. <pubDate>Tue, 20 Apr 2021 16:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
2456. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-safely-dispose-of-medication</guid>
2457. <description>
2458. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Unwanted, unused or expired medications can become a major safety issue due to accidental poisoning, misuse and overdose. They can also harm the environment if they aren’t properly disposed.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The best way to discard unwanted or expired medication is to use a drug take back program. But there are...]]>
2459. </description>
2460. </item>
2461. <item>
2462. <title>Benefits of Financial Literacy Training for Employees</title>
2463. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/benefits-of-financial-literacy-training-for-employees</link>
2464. <pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2021 21:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
2465. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/benefits-of-financial-literacy-training-for-employees</guid>
2466. <description>
2467. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Your employees have a life outside of the workplace. Stressors in their personal lives can affect their performance at work. Financial worries are one of the biggest stressors most of us face. Companies can go beyond competitive pay and benefits with training to help to alleviate this...]]>
2468. </description>
2469. </item>
2470. <item>
2471. <title>Best Practices for Calling 911</title>
2472. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/best-practices-for-calling-911</link>
2473. <pubDate>Tue, 13 Apr 2021 10:38:00 -0700</pubDate>
2474. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/best-practices-for-calling-911</guid>
2475. <description>
2476. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;An estimated 240 million calls are made to 911 each year in the United States. 911 dispatchers and call takers are trained to provide assistance for all types of situations. But there are certain steps you can take to help inform the call taker of the emergency and ensure...]]>
2477. </description>
2478. </item>
2479. <item>
2480. <title>Succession Planning With a Remote Workforce</title>
2481. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/succession-planning-with-a-remote-workforce</link>
2482. <pubDate>Thu, 08 Apr 2021 19:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
2483. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/succession-planning-with-a-remote-workforce</guid>
2484. <description>
2485. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The COVID-19 pandemic brought many managers and HR professionals to two important realizations. First, the importance of having a succession plan has become crystal clear, especially where jobs were cut, people fell ill, and everyone was working from home. Second, even companies that already took succession planning seriously still...]]>
2486. </description>
2487. </item>
2488. <item>
2489. <title>Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in Workplaces</title>
2490. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/preventing-the-spread-of-covid-19-in-workplaces</link>
2491. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2021 15:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
2492. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/preventing-the-spread-of-covid-19-in-workplaces</guid>
2493. <description>
2494. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Many businesses and individuals are returning to in-person settings after over a year of navigating the COVID-19 pandemic. Organizations across the country have a continued responsibility to keep their employees and customers as safe as possible.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This includes adapting or updating policies and procedures based on federal, state and...]]>
2495. </description>
2496. </item>
2497. <item>
2498. <title>10 Practical New Hire Training Tips</title>
2499. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/10-practical-new-hire-training-tips</link>
2500. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Apr 2021 16:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
2501. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/10-practical-new-hire-training-tips</guid>
2502. <description>
2503. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We’ve all seen the industry statistics of the number of employees who leave a company because of poor new hire training. With the labor shortage, it’s even more important to properly train the new employee to improve the odds of retaining them. These new hire training tips are focused...]]>
2504. </description>
2505. </item>
2506. <item>
2507. <title>Fire Emergencies: Older Adults are at Increased Risk</title>
2508. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/fire-emergencies-older-adults-are-at-increased-risk</link>
2509. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2021 10:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
2510. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/fire-emergencies-older-adults-are-at-increased-risk</guid>
2511. <description>
2512. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A fire department in the U.S. responds to a fire event every 24 seconds, according to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.nfpa.org/News-and-Research/Data-research-and-tools/US-Fire-Problem&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;National Fire Protection Association&lt;/a&gt; (NFPA). Although anyone can experience a fire, older adults are especially vulnerable.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;People age 65 and older are twice as likely to be injured...]]>
2513. </description>
2514. </item>
2515. <item>
2516. <title>Are you on OSHA’s COVID-19 inspection list?</title>
2517. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/are-you-on-oshas-covid-19-inspection-list</link>
2518. <pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
2519. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/are-you-on-oshas-covid-19-inspection-list</guid>
2520. <description>
2521. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;OSHA and its new leadership have been busy establishing expectations for employers to mitigate and prevent the spread of COVID-19. They have also been ramping up enforcement efforts, specifically focusing on COVID-19. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;On March 12, 2021, OSHA released a Directive. Directives are instructive to OSHA staff regarding how...]]>
2522. </description>
2523. </item>
2524. <item>
2525. <title>My Experience with Calling Poison Control</title>
2526. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/my-experience-with-calling-poison-control</link>
2527. <pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2021 11:53:00 -0700</pubDate>
2528. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/my-experience-with-calling-poison-control</guid>
2529. <description>
2530. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Since it’s National Poison Prevention Week, I wanted to use my own experience with calling Poison Control to help others feel more at ease about using this free service. I hope it also serves as a cautionary tale for parents and caregivers who might have overlooked a household danger...]]>
2531. </description>
2532. </item>
2533. <item>
2534. <title>The Life of a Salesperson: Sales Skills for Success</title>
2535. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-life-of-a-salesperson-sales-skills-for-success</link>
2536. <pubDate>Tue, 23 Mar 2021 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
2537. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-life-of-a-salesperson-sales-skills-for-success</guid>
2538. <description>
2539. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics more than 14-million Americans are employed in sales, yet to paraphrase Rodney Dangerfield, we can’t get no respect in pop culture. Nearly every movie about salespeople rely on outlandish, comical, or sometimes brutal stereotypes. Remember “Coffee is for closers”?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt...]]>
2540. </description>
2541. </item>
2542. <item>
2543. <title>The 20 Things You Need to Meet OSHA’s New Guidelines</title>
2544. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-20-things-you-need-to-meet-oshas-new-guidelines</link>
2545. <pubDate>Mon, 22 Mar 2021 07:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
2546. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-20-things-you-need-to-meet-oshas-new-guidelines</guid>
2547. <description>
2548. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you are like me, your eyes have been glued to &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/&quot;&gt;OSHA’s website&lt;/a&gt; since January 21, 2021, the first full day of the Biden administration.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Each presidential administration brings its own priorities and values. The Biden administration is no exception. One of those priorities is worker health...]]>
2549. </description>
2550. </item>
2551. <item>
2552. <title>10 Ladder Safety Tips for Work and Home</title>
2553. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/10-ladder-safety-tips-for-work-and-home</link>
2554. <pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2021 14:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
2555. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/10-ladder-safety-tips-for-work-and-home</guid>
2556. <description>
2557. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The US ranks third in population but according to the World Health Organization, the US leads the world in ladder deaths. Each year, there are more than 164,000 emergency room-treated injuries and 300 deaths in the U.S. that are caused by falls from ladders. In honor of ladder safety...]]>
2558. </description>
2559. </item>
2560. <item>
2561. <title>8 Staff Training Ideas to Spice Up Your Learning</title>
2562. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/8-staff-training-ideas-to-spice-up-your-learning</link>
2563. <pubDate>Thu, 18 Mar 2021 19:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
2564. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/8-staff-training-ideas-to-spice-up-your-learning</guid>
2565. <description>
2566. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Are you a manager looking for staff training ideas for a specific team member? Or are you a training or HR leader looking to expand on your employee training and development program? Hopefully, these stories from our clients will help you spice up your staff training.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt...]]>
2567. </description>
2568. </item>
2569. <item>
2570. <title>Spring Cleaning: Safety Edition</title>
2571. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/spring-cleaning-safety-edition</link>
2572. <pubDate>Tue, 16 Mar 2021 10:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
2573. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/spring-cleaning-safety-edition</guid>
2574. <description>
2575. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Spring cleaning is usually associated with clearing out closets, cleaning up the yard and giving your home a nice deep clean. But there are many important safety measures that people often overlook throughout the year.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Here are some safety steps to add to your Spring cleaning checklist.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Test your...]]>
2576. </description>
2577. </item>
2578. <item>
2579. <title>8 Quick Sales Tips to Help Close the Deal</title>
2580. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/8-quick-sales-tips-to-help-close-the-deal</link>
2581. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2021 19:45:00 -0800</pubDate>
2582. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/8-quick-sales-tips-to-help-close-the-deal</guid>
2583. <description>
2584. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A great salesperson makes a tough job look like an easy job. It requires hard work, persistence, and the ability to get up after you’ve been knocked down. Making a sale requires that you are convincing and sincere, it requires you to make a connection with your customer, and...]]>
2585. </description>
2586. </item>
2587. <item>
2588. <title>How to Take Payment for Your CPR Class</title>
2589. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-take-payment-for-your-cpr-class</link>
2590. <pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2021 13:16:00 -0800</pubDate>
2591. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-take-payment-for-your-cpr-class</guid>
2592. <description>
2593. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;There are a variety of ways to take payment for CPR, AED and First Aid classes. It&#039;s up to you — as the Instructor or Training Center — to determine the best payment method for your business and to determine when payment will be due.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Be sure to...]]>
2594. </description>
2595. </item>
2596. <item>
2597. <title>What Should I Pack In My Wilderness First Aid Kit?</title>
2598. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-should-i-pack-in-my-wilderness-first-aid-kit</link>
2599. <pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2021 15:54:00 -0800</pubDate>
2600. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-should-i-pack-in-my-wilderness-first-aid-kit</guid>
2601. <description>
2602. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Wilderness environments create special situations that you won’t usually encounter in an urban or suburban area. When you’re in a remote setting, you’ll likely have limited resources and longer response times for EMS during an emergency.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;So, it’s important you prepare for the unknown by getting trained in Wilderness...]]>
2603. </description>
2604. </item>
2605. <item>
2606. <title>Tailoring Your Sales Pitch to Customers&#039; Needs</title>
2607. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tailoring-your-sales-pitch-to-customers-needs</link>
2608. <pubDate>Thu, 04 Mar 2021 15:01:00 -0800</pubDate>
2609. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tailoring-your-sales-pitch-to-customers-needs</guid>
2610. <description>
2611. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Without the work of your sales team, your company wouldn&#039;t get much new business. In fact, this is probably why you have an interest in providing your sales team with highly effective sales training that helps them tailor their sales pitches to acquire new accounts. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Here...]]>
2612. </description>
2613. </item>
2614. <item>
2615. <title>Anti-Racism in the Workplace: Start a Conversation</title>
2616. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/anti-racism-in-the-workplace-start-a-conversation</link>
2617. <pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2021 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
2618. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/anti-racism-in-the-workplace-start-a-conversation</guid>
2619. <description>
2620. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As someone who is actively trying to understand my privilege, while learning how to address anti-racism in the workplace, I am on my own journey along the anti-racism continuum. I know that we are all unique human beings. Our life experiences shape our values and perspectives. We’ve all struggled...]]>
2621. </description>
2622. </item>
2623. <item>
2624. <title>Active Shooter Response Training eBooks Download</title>
2625. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-response-training-ebooks-download</link>
2626. <pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2021 12:17:00 -0800</pubDate>
2627. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-response-training-ebooks-download</guid>
2628. <description>
2629. <![CDATA[ &lt;h2&gt;AVERT Ebook Download&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;h3&gt;Get Instant Access to our AVERT Ebook Downloads&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;AVERT teaches active shooter response and emergency &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/active-shooter-training/bleeding-control-training&quot;&gt;stop the bleed skills&lt;/a&gt; once reserved for first responders, but now adapted for the general public. Utilizing our direct experience in the trenches of emergency prevention and management, we provide...]]>
2630. </description>
2631. </item>
2632. <item>
2633. <title>5 simple steps to improve your heart health</title>
2634. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/5-simple-steps-to-improve-your-heart-health</link>
2635. <pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2021 09:57:00 -0800</pubDate>
2636. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/5-simple-steps-to-improve-your-heart-health</guid>
2637. <description>
2638. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;There are many factors that play a role in your risk for heart disease. For example, health conditions like hypertension and diabetes are major risk factors. But so are your lifestyle, your age and your family history.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Some risk factors can’t be changed, but you can make a significant...]]>
2639. </description>
2640. </item>
2641. <item>
2642. <title>DISC Training: Getting the Most Out of DISC for Your Organization</title>
2643. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/disc-training-getting-the-most-out-of-disc-for-your-organization</link>
2644. <pubDate>Thu, 18 Feb 2021 19:46:00 -0800</pubDate>
2645. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/disc-training-getting-the-most-out-of-disc-for-your-organization</guid>
2646. <description>
2647. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;DISC has been a tool in the learning and development space for over 20 years, and millions of people have taken a DISC assessment worldwide. That assessment is most effective when paired with DISC training so team members can understand what their assessment means...and how that understanding...]]>
2648. </description>
2649. </item>
2650. <item>
2651. <title>Active Shooter Response Training for Healthcare Video</title>
2652. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-response-training-for-healthcare-video</link>
2653. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Feb 2021 16:40:00 -0800</pubDate>
2654. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-response-training-for-healthcare-video</guid>
2655. <description>
2656. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Most active shooter incidents happen without warning and are over in 10 to 15 minutes or before help, such as law enforcement, typically gets to the scene. While healthcare professionals are uniquely qualified to provide the emergency medical response for injuries, active shooter situational awareness and response can help...]]>
2657. </description>
2658. </item>
2659. <item>
2660. <title>Active Shooter Facts Infographic | AVERT Active Shooter Resources</title>
2661. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-incidents-infographic-avert-active-shooter-resources</link>
2662. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Feb 2021 14:35:00 -0800</pubDate>
2663. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-incidents-infographic-avert-active-shooter-resources</guid>
2664. <description>
2665. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Active shooter incidents can happen anywhere, and mass shooting incidents in the U.S. are at an all-time high. In 2021 alone, the U.S. had 3,543 casualties from mass shootings, as defined by the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.gunviolencearchive.org/&quot;&gt;Gun Violence Archive&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;When it comes to an active shooter incident, being able to quickly...]]>
2666. </description>
2667. </item>
2668. <item>
2669. <title>Active Shooter Response Training for Venues Video</title>
2670. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-response-training-for-venues-video</link>
2671. <pubDate>Sat, 13 Feb 2021 16:36:00 -0800</pubDate>
2672. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-response-training-for-venues-video</guid>
2673. <description>
2674. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Active shooter situations are on the rise, and with this increase, it becomes critical for companies to make safety training a top priority. Risk can never be fully avoided, so in the event of an active shooter situation at public venues and arenas, employee training is necessary. Required training...]]>
2675. </description>
2676. </item>
2677. <item>
2678. <title>Employee Retention Strategies that Leverage Training</title>
2679. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/employee-retention-strategies-that-leverage-training</link>
2680. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2021 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
2681. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/employee-retention-strategies-that-leverage-training</guid>
2682. <description>
2683. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;At any company, people will come and go. It’s a fact of life that people retire and move. Some people are passively recruited by another company, or they just decide to take their career in a new direction. You can expect a certain level of natural attrition but there...]]>
2684. </description>
2685. </item>
2686. <item>
2687. <title>Life in a Rapidly Changing Workplace Due to COVID-19</title>
2688. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/life-in-a-rapidly-changing-workplace-due-to-covid-19</link>
2689. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2021 07:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
2690. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/life-in-a-rapidly-changing-workplace-due-to-covid-19</guid>
2691. <description>
2692. <![CDATA[ &lt;h3&gt;We were reminded last year of a famous quote by Heraclitus, the famed Greek philosopher who said, “the only constant in life is change”.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;The impacts of COVID-19 and the devastation it brought in 2020, continue to be felt across the globe today and with it a continued...]]>
2693. </description>
2694. </item>
2695. <item>
2696. <title>Hypertension: A Leading Risk Factor for Heart Disease</title>
2697. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hypertension-a-leading-risk-factor-for-heart-disease</link>
2698. <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2021 16:36:00 -0800</pubDate>
2699. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hypertension-a-leading-risk-factor-for-heart-disease</guid>
2700. <description>
2701. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As part of our &lt;a href=&quot;https://emergencycare.hsi.com/blog/american-heart-month-how-to-raise-awareness&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;American Heart Month&lt;/a&gt; blog series, we want to focus on a leading risk factor for both heart disease and stroke – hypertension.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a common condition that can eventually lead to serious health problems. According to...]]>
2702. </description>
2703. </item>
2704. <item>
2705. <title>Active Violence Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)</title>
2706. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/active-violence-frequently-asked-questions-faq</link>
2707. <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2021 15:39:00 -0800</pubDate>
2708. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/active-violence-frequently-asked-questions-faq</guid>
2709. <description>
2710. <![CDATA[ &lt;h2&gt;AVERT Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;h3&gt;Get Answers to Common Questions about AVERT&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;AVERT stands for &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/active-shooter-training/active-violence-training&quot;&gt;Active Violence Emergency Response Training&lt;/a&gt;, &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;All organizations, groups, and individuals should be prepared for active violence and emergency bleeding situations. Only AVERT provides training in both aspects as the program...]]>
2711. </description>
2712. </item>
2713. <item>
2714. <title>AVERT Instructor Training Roadmap Infographic</title>
2715. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/avert-instructor-training-roadmap-infographic</link>
2716. <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2021 15:22:00 -0800</pubDate>
2717. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/avert-instructor-training-roadmap-infographic</guid>
2718. <description>
2719. <![CDATA[ &lt;h2&gt;AVERT Instructor Training Roadmap&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;h3&gt;The Benefits of Becoming an AVERT Instructor&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;Becoming an &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/active-shooter-training/about-us&quot;&gt;AVERT training instructor&lt;/a&gt; allows you to prepare individuals and organizations to anticipate potential violence and react quickly in life-threatening situations.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Our AVERT instructor training roadmap infographic provides the step-by-step details about becoming an instructor —...]]>
2720. </description>
2721. </item>
2722. <item>
2723. <title>AVERT Instructor Training Kit Unboxing Video</title>
2724. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/avert-instructor-training-kit-unboxing-video</link>
2725. <pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2021 13:21:00 -0800</pubDate>
2726. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/avert-instructor-training-kit-unboxing-video</guid>
2727. <description>
2728. <![CDATA[ &lt;h3&gt;Check Out the Contents of the AVERT Instructor Training Kit&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;figure&gt;&lt;iframe style=&quot;width:500px;height:281px;&quot; src=&quot;//player.vimeo.com/video/640129361&quot; frameborder=&quot;0&quot;&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;&lt;/figure&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We have received a number of questions about our &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/active-shooter-training/become-an-avert-instructor&quot;&gt;AVERT Instructor Training Kit&lt;/a&gt; and what is included in it. Check out Sales Director, Geoff Albrecht, as he unboxes the full instructor training...]]>
2729. </description>
2730. </item>
2731. <item>
2732. <title>The Importance of Safety Training: It Saves Lives</title>
2733. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-importance-of-safety-training-it-saves-lives</link>
2734. <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2021 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
2735. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-importance-of-safety-training-it-saves-lives</guid>
2736. <description>
2737. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Imagine one day a family member goes to work but never comes home. The shock and grief. Lives changed forever. The importance of safety training is that it saves lives. It’s the right thing to do.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Recently, I was talking to my parents about the safety industry...]]>
2738. </description>
2739. </item>
2740. <item>
2741. <title>American Heart Month: How to Raise Awareness</title>
2742. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/american-heart-month-how-to-raise-awareness</link>
2743. <pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2021 16:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
2744. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/american-heart-month-how-to-raise-awareness</guid>
2745. <description>
2746. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;February is American Heart Month, which gives each of us an opportunity to motivate our family, friends and students to make healthier decisions and take steps to prevent heart disease.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;People with poor cardiovascular health are at an increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19. So, it’s even more...]]>
2747. </description>
2748. </item>
2749. <item>
2750. <title>The Evolution of Mock Audits for Compliance</title>
2751. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-evolution-of-mock-audits-for-compliance</link>
2752. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2021 21:38:00 -0800</pubDate>
2753. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-evolution-of-mock-audits-for-compliance</guid>
2754. <description>
2755. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Compliance mock audits, or “practice” audits, with the NERC Reliability Standards have long been a staple of robust internal compliance programs. The options for how to execute the audit are infinite but typically consist of the published practices of the applicable region. The audits ideally include completing the Reliability...]]>
2756. </description>
2757. </item>
2758. <item>
2759. <title>How to be a More Effective Interviewer</title>
2760. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-be-a-more-effective-interviewer</link>
2761. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2021 17:27:00 -0800</pubDate>
2762. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-be-a-more-effective-interviewer</guid>
2763. <description>
2764. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Hiring the right person for an open position is critical to the success of your team. Hiring the wrong person can crush employee morale and productivity. This puts a lot of pressure on the interviewing process. Whether you are the hiring manager or someone on the decision team, you...]]>
2765. </description>
2766. </item>
2767. <item>
2768. <title>How to Prepare for an Active Violence Event</title>
2769. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-an-active-violence-event</link>
2770. <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2021 16:47:00 -0800</pubDate>
2771. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-an-active-violence-event</guid>
2772. <description>
2773. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Dangerous situations can arise anywhere, at any time. The majority of active shooter incidents happen at workplaces, schools and in open spaces like festivals and transportation areas. But they also take place at houses of worship and personal residences.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;While it might not be something you want to think...]]>
2774. </description>
2775. </item>
2776. <item>
2777. <title>AVERT Training Program | Active Violence Emergency Response Training</title>
2778. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/avert-training-program-active-violence-emergency-response-training</link>
2779. <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2021 15:44:00 -0800</pubDate>
2780. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/avert-training-program-active-violence-emergency-response-training</guid>
2781. <description>
2782. <![CDATA[ &lt;h3&gt;An Overview of the AVERT Program&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;When active violence occurs, seconds count, and you can&#039;t always wait for EMS to arrive. Our training enables you to become an immediate responder. Once reserved for only emergency personnel, the AVERT program teaches &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/active-shooter-training/active-violence-training&quot;&gt;active violence response training&lt;/a&gt; to a general audience.&lt;br...]]>
2783. </description>
2784. </item>
2785. <item>
2786. <title>Active Violence Emergency Response Training Podcast</title>
2787. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/active-violence-emergency-response-training-podcast</link>
2788. <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2021 14:19:00 -0800</pubDate>
2789. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/active-violence-emergency-response-training-podcast</guid>
2790. <description>
2791. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In this week&#039;s episode, series host Jill James speaks with Lindsay Gietzen and Darcy Leutzinger, the directors of AVERT, discussing subject matter related to &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/active-shooter-training/training&quot;&gt;Active Violence Emergency Response Training&lt;/a&gt;. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Lindsay and Darcy discuss their unique backgrounds, the benefits of &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/active-shooter-training/training&quot;&gt;AVERT training&lt;/a&gt; for bleeding control and mitigating...]]>
2792. </description>
2793. </item>
2794. <item>
2795. <title>Why Outsource Employee Training?</title>
2796. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-outsource-employee-training</link>
2797. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2021 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
2798. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-outsource-employee-training</guid>
2799. <description>
2800. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We all know the importance of effective and engaging employee training, and not just for compliance topics, but also for the personal and professional growth of employees. It’s so important, in fact, that many companies resist the idea to outsource employee training. Internal training teams are protective over the...]]>
2801. </description>
2802. </item>
2803. <item>
2804. <title>Best Ways to Use Technology for Your CPR Business</title>
2805. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/best-ways-to-use-technology-for-your-cpr-business</link>
2806. <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2021 15:54:00 -0800</pubDate>
2807. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/best-ways-to-use-technology-for-your-cpr-business</guid>
2808. <description>
2809. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Technology has helped us adapt to many of the recent challenges we’ve faced as a society and as CPR, AED and First Aid Instructors and Training Centers. It has helped us stay connected, while also expanding our options for how we choose to train.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Here’s some of the best...]]>
2810. </description>
2811. </item>
2812. <item>
2813. <title>NERC Standards Under Development – Interesting Yes, Surprising No</title>
2814. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/nerc-standards-under-development-interesting-yes-surprising-no</link>
2815. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2021 21:40:00 -0800</pubDate>
2816. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/nerc-standards-under-development-interesting-yes-surprising-no</guid>
2817. <description>
2818. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Although the pace of new NERC Reliability Standards rolling out of the development process is not as rapid as in recent years, they are still being drafted, argued about, and voted on. Many entities have asked our advice on how to prepare for and deal with these “standards NERC...]]>
2819. </description>
2820. </item>
2821. <item>
2822. <title>How to Reduce Time Consumption in Employee Training</title>
2823. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-reduce-time-consumption-in-employee-training</link>
2824. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2021 20:03:00 -0800</pubDate>
2825. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-reduce-time-consumption-in-employee-training</guid>
2826. <description>
2827. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Have you ever heard complaints from your employees about how much time is spent on training? They may express the fact that, while training is helpful, they can&#039;t afford to spend so much away from their daily responsibilities, especially if the training requires travel. So, how do you reduce...]]>
2828. </description>
2829. </item>
2830. <item>
2831. <title>Stop the Bleed Training | Bleeding Control Management</title>
2832. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/stop-the-bleed-training-bleeding-control-management</link>
2833. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2021 16:07:00 -0800</pubDate>
2834. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/stop-the-bleed-training-bleeding-control-management</guid>
2835. <description>
2836. <![CDATA[ &lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Three Principles to Stop the Bleed&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;h4&gt;A person with a severe injury can bleed to death in as little as three minutes. If you follow these simple steps it could be the difference between life and death.&lt;/h4&gt; &lt;p&gt;Car accidents, equipment malfunction, or falling are common injuries where people suffer...]]>
2837. </description>
2838. </item>
2839. <item>
2840. <title>It’s Time to Address Generator Frustrations with FAC-008</title>
2841. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/its-time-to-address-generator-frustrations-with-fac-008</link>
2842. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 21:37:00 -0800</pubDate>
2843. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/its-time-to-address-generator-frustrations-with-fac-008</guid>
2844. <description>
2845. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;For anyone, especially Generator Owners, who has been involved in compliance with the NERC Reliability Standards in the past few years, the FAC-008 Facility Ratings standard has become a bit of a ­­running joke. It has been one of the most violated Operations and Planning standards since the inception...]]>
2846. </description>
2847. </item>
2848. <item>
2849. <title>OSHA 2021 Outlook</title>
2850. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-2021-outlook</link>
2851. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2021 08:17:00 -0800</pubDate>
2852. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-2021-outlook</guid>
2853. <description>
2854. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With a new administration entering the White House, 2021 could be very interesting for OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration). Here are some key points of interest to contemplate.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;1. OSHA Leader&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;Loren Sweatt, the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary, has been the acting Assistant Secretary of Labor since 2017...]]>
2855. </description>
2856. </item>
2857. <item>
2858. <title>Make Safety A Priority In 2021</title>
2859. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/make-safety-a-priority-in-2021</link>
2860. <pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2021 12:52:00 -0800</pubDate>
2861. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/make-safety-a-priority-in-2021</guid>
2862. <description>
2863. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The new year provides a chance for a fresh start, with new goals and new priorities. And with 2020 in the rearview mirror, we’re encouraging each of you make safety a priority in 2021.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Here’s some simple safety goals to add to your resolution list this year.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h4&gt;STAY VIGILANT...]]>
2864. </description>
2865. </item>
2866. <item>
2867. <title>What Should Be Included in a Compliance Training Program?</title>
2868. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-should-be-included-in-a-compliance-training-program</link>
2869. <pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2021 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
2870. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-should-be-included-in-a-compliance-training-program</guid>
2871. <description>
2872. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Most businesses are familiar with the concept of a compliance training program. Compliance training is training that is mandated by law, or required as part of a regulation or policy. For that reason, many businesses think of compliance training programs as a schedule for those required training sessions, “checking...]]>
2873. </description>
2874. </item>
2875. <item>
2876. <title>How To Adjust To Being Promoted In Your Department</title>
2877. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-adjust-to-being-promoted-in-your-department</link>
2878. <pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2020 21:45:00 -0800</pubDate>
2879. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-adjust-to-being-promoted-in-your-department</guid>
2880. <description>
2881. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Congratulations! You’ve worked hard at your job and now you’ve been rewarded with a promotion. After your initial excitement wears off, you’re hit with a wave of nerves and stress. How do you alleviate the promotion anxiety? How do you adjust to being promoted in your department and going...]]>
2882. </description>
2883. </item>
2884. <item>
2885. <title>Happy Birthday OSHA!</title>
2886. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/happy-birthday-osha</link>
2887. <pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2020 12:48:00 -0800</pubDate>
2888. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/happy-birthday-osha</guid>
2889. <description>
2890. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;OSHA has a birthday? Indeed, and it’s 50 years old today. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Fifty years ago, President Nixon signed the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;To be fair, there are some who believe OSHA is a 4-letter word and there are others who believe OSHA is a small...]]>
2891. </description>
2892. </item>
2893. <item>
2894. <title>Winter Road Safety Tips</title>
2895. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/winter-road-safety-tips</link>
2896. <pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2020 08:53:00 -0800</pubDate>
2897. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/winter-road-safety-tips</guid>
2898. <description>
2899. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;According to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.cdc.gov/injury/wisqars/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)&lt;/a&gt;, motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death in the U.S., killing over 100 people every day. And, with the holiday season in full swing, more families are traveling to visit loved ones or...]]>
2900. </description>
2901. </item>
2902. <item>
2903. <title>Sales Manager-In-Training: Are You Made For The Next Step?</title>
2904. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/sales-manager-in-training-are-you-made-for-the-next-step</link>
2905. <pubDate>Mon, 21 Dec 2020 17:15:00 -0800</pubDate>
2906. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/sales-manager-in-training-are-you-made-for-the-next-step</guid>
2907. <description>
2908. <![CDATA[ &lt;p dir=&quot;ltr&quot;&gt;So, you are thinking about your future in sales and possibly becoming a sales manager. You have years of selling experience and multiple top performer trophies and you think you are ready for the next step in your career. Before you embark on your journey as a sales...]]>
2909. </description>
2910. </item>
2911. <item>
2912. <title>Trick Out Your Tech and Your Training for National Technology Day</title>
2913. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/trick-out-your-tech-and-your-training-for-national-technology-day</link>
2914. <pubDate>Tue, 15 Dec 2020 21:54:00 -0800</pubDate>
2915. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/trick-out-your-tech-and-your-training-for-national-technology-day</guid>
2916. <description>
2917. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If 2020 taught us anything it’s that technology has fundamentally changed our daily lives. When a deadly pandemic swept the globe, companies were able to pivot from in-person to remote work. Many companies even saw an increase in productivity from their newly remote workforce. Celebrate National Technology Day with...]]>
2918. </description>
2919. </item>
2920. <item>
2921. <title>Training&#039;s Role in Employee Retention Management</title>
2922. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/trainings-role-in-employee-retention-management</link>
2923. <pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2020 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
2924. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/trainings-role-in-employee-retention-management</guid>
2925. <description>
2926. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Employee retention management is more than just attracting and retaining key talent through things like salary and benefits. It is being strategic and intentional about the activities that make employees loyal and that enhance team performance.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What kinds of activities? Good onboarding is one example. Team-building exercises...]]>
2927. </description>
2928. </item>
2929. <item>
2930. <title>Celebrating National Thank You Note Day Throughout the Year</title>
2931. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/celebrating-national-thank-you-note-day-throughout-the-year</link>
2932. <pubDate>Thu, 03 Dec 2020 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
2933. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/celebrating-national-thank-you-note-day-throughout-the-year</guid>
2934. <description>
2935. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;National Thank You Note Day is officially celebrated on December 26th, but don’t you think expressing written gratitude is a good habit anytime? I think the spirit of this day is focused on a handwritten note, but I would argue that a thank you email can be effective, especially...]]>
2936. </description>
2937. </item>
2938. <item>
2939. <title>Top Professional Development Skills for a Modern Workforce</title>
2940. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/top-professional-development-skills-for-a-modern-workforce</link>
2941. <pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2020 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
2942. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/top-professional-development-skills-for-a-modern-workforce</guid>
2943. <description>
2944. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;These days, terms like “modern workforce” and “professional development skills” mean something different than they did even a year ago. While modern professionals have always needed to manage their time, communicate their ideas, and manage their stress, these skills have taken on a whole new slant—and priority!—with the pandemic.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
2945. </description>
2946. </item>
2947. <item>
2948. <title>COVID vs The Holidays: AND the Holidays Win!</title>
2949. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/covid-vs-the-holidays-and-the-holidays-win</link>
2950. <pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2020 09:56:00 -0800</pubDate>
2951. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/covid-vs-the-holidays-and-the-holidays-win</guid>
2952. <description>
2953. <![CDATA[ &lt;h2&gt;100 ways to have a healthy, safe and fun 2020 holiday season.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;Regardless of which holiday you celebrate, most “normal” celebrations are with friends and family. This year celebrations are going to look different. People are searching for ways to connect in memorable, meaningful and healthy ways. Here...]]>
2954. </description>
2955. </item>
2956. <item>
2957. <title>Learning Culture or Cancel Culture: You Decide</title>
2958. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/learning-culture-or-cancel-culture-you-decide</link>
2959. <pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2020 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
2960. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/learning-culture-or-cancel-culture-you-decide</guid>
2961. <description>
2962. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When an employee acts in a way that goes against your company’s values, the results can be costly. With the prevalence of mobile phone viral videos, and access to social media, companies around the world have found themselves the victims of being “cancelled”. A learning culture, as well as...]]>
2963. </description>
2964. </item>
2965. <item>
2966. <title>NERC Compliance Audit Tips for Subject Matter Experts</title>
2967. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/nerc-compliance-audit-tips-for-subject-matter-experts</link>
2968. <pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2020 21:34:00 -0800</pubDate>
2969. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/nerc-compliance-audit-tips-for-subject-matter-experts</guid>
2970. <description>
2971. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It is one thing for Compliance Managers, regulatory specialists, and expert advisers to sit down with an auditor and answer questions about how an organization meets the requirements of the NERC reliability standards. Many of these individuals deal with the standards full time, including monitoring the development of the...]]>
2972. </description>
2973. </item>
2974. <item>
2975. <title>Internal Controls: Capitalizing on Embedded Processes</title>
2976. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/internal-controls-capitalizing-on-embedded-processes</link>
2977. <pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2020 21:25:00 -0800</pubDate>
2978. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/internal-controls-capitalizing-on-embedded-processes</guid>
2979. <description>
2980. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In the interest of shining some light into the dark corners of compliance processes, today’s issue is Internal Controls and how many entities have perfectly effective controls though they may not have been identified.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Within the labyrinth of dozens of mandatory reliability standards and hundreds of requirements in the...]]>
2981. </description>
2982. </item>
2983. <item>
2984. <title>How to Practice Mindful Communication at Work</title>
2985. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-practice-mindful-communication-at-work</link>
2986. <pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2020 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
2987. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-practice-mindful-communication-at-work</guid>
2988. <description>
2989. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Mindfulness practice is popular in yoga and meditation but it also applies in the workplace, specifically with mindful communication. Think about being more present, having greater clarity in conversation, and multitasking less. Be more thoughtful about the tone you use. Develop empathy and non-violent communication with your co-workers, customers...]]>
2990. </description>
2991. </item>
2992. <item>
2993. <title>Tips to Improve Work Performance When You Inherit an Underperforming Employee</title>
2994. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-to-improve-work-performance-when-you-inherit-an-underperforming-employee</link>
2995. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
2996. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-to-improve-work-performance-when-you-inherit-an-underperforming-employee</guid>
2997. <description>
2998. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Many supervisors and managers will find themselves in a situation where they inherit underperforming employees. Hopefully, these tips to improve work performance will give you a plan with the intention of a positive outcome for your new team. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Tips to Improve Work Performance of Underperformers &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;Whether...]]>
2999. </description>
3000. </item>
3001. <item>
3002. <title>The Secret to Managing Enterprise Accounts</title>
3003. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-secret-to-managing-enterprise-accounts</link>
3004. <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3005. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-secret-to-managing-enterprise-accounts</guid>
3006. <description>
3007. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Today, selling to enterprise accounts requires more than charisma and a handful of closing techniques. Customers are coming armed with more information, they may be more open to receiving presentations from your competitors, and they are constantly on guard against “being sold to.” This represents a shift in the...]]>
3008. </description>
3009. </item>
3010. <item>
3011. <title>Microlearning: Examples and Benefits</title>
3012. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/microlearning-examples-and-benefits</link>
3013. <pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3014. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/microlearning-examples-and-benefits</guid>
3015. <description>
3016. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;“Microlearning” has become something of a hot industry topic in the past few years. That’s not because it’s new—in fact, we’ve been creating microlearning content since 2004. What’s happening is that people are realizing the benefits of microlearning as more and more companies are incorporating it into their training...]]>
3017. </description>
3018. </item>
3019. <item>
3020. <title>Lockout Tagout Training Saves Lives</title>
3021. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lockout-tagout-training-saves-lives</link>
3022. <pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3023. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lockout-tagout-training-saves-lives</guid>
3024. <description>
3025. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;An employee works to clear a jam on a conveyor belt, only to have their hand crushed when the conveyor belt suddenly lurches back to life. A maintenance person working on a pipe gets a blast of steam when a nearby valve automatically vents. An electrician working on faulty...]]>
3026. </description>
3027. </item>
3028. <item>
3029. <title>Rethinking the Employee Lifecycle</title>
3030. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/rethinking-the-employee-lifecycle</link>
3031. <pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2020 22:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
3032. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/rethinking-the-employee-lifecycle</guid>
3033. <description>
3034. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s interesting when I see marketing strategies translating into the HR and training spaces.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Many HR professionals are familiar with the employee lifecycle. The main idea is that every employee goes through certain stages with your organization, including recruitment, onboarding, ongoing development, retention, and exit or separation...]]>
3035. </description>
3036. </item>
3037. <item>
3038. <title>Renewable Generation: How Big is Too Big?</title>
3039. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/renewable-generation-how-big-is-too-big</link>
3040. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2020 21:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
3041. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/renewable-generation-how-big-is-too-big</guid>
3042. <description>
3043. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Though explored in more depth in this &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; href=&quot;https://energycentral.com/c/pip/2019-trends-burden-nerc-renewable-generation-compliance-overstated&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Energy Central article&lt;/a&gt;, the issue of limiting the size of new generation facilities to stay under the threshold where registration with North American Electric Reliability Corp (NERC) as a Generator Owner and Operator is required is one we’ve...]]>
3044. </description>
3045. </item>
3046. <item>
3047. <title>Why Performance Reviews Call for Formal Feedback</title>
3048. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-performance-reviews-call-for-formal-feedback</link>
3049. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2020 18:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3050. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-performance-reviews-call-for-formal-feedback</guid>
3051. <description>
3052. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Performance reviews are still the most common and widely recognized way for supervisors and managers to develop their direct reports and to provide formal feedback. Providing training to your employees will help your managers give more productive performance reviews and help your employees be better prepared themselves.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt...]]>
3053. </description>
3054. </item>
3055. <item>
3056. <title>Five Elements of Transformative Compliance Training</title>
3057. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/five-elements-of-transformative-compliance-training</link>
3058. <pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3059. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/five-elements-of-transformative-compliance-training</guid>
3060. <description>
3061. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Most HR professionals see compliance training as something the organization has to do, under penalty of law. But what if it could actually bring value to your company, when done well? What if it could revolutionize your company culture and make your workplace safer, more productive, and ethical? &lt;br...]]>
3062. </description>
3063. </item>
3064. <item>
3065. <title>Size of an Off-the-Shelf Content Library: Reading In Between the Lines</title>
3066. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/size-of-an-off-the-shelf-content-library-reading-in-between-the-lines</link>
3067. <pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3068. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/size-of-an-off-the-shelf-content-library-reading-in-between-the-lines</guid>
3069. <description>
3070. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Have you ever sat through a presentation for corporate training content where they talk about their library of off-the-shelf content? If so, how long did it take before the presenter gave you a statistic about how large that library was?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;My guess: Not very long at all...]]>
3071. </description>
3072. </item>
3073. <item>
3074. <title>Top Pain Points for Safety Professionals</title>
3075. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/top-pain-points-for-safety-professionals</link>
3076. <pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2020 10:22:00 -0700</pubDate>
3077. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/top-pain-points-for-safety-professionals</guid>
3078. <description>
3079. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;On a weekly basis, we speak to a lot of safety, quality, and environment professionals all looking to solve various pain points in their organization. While there are honestly hundreds of pain points we hear about from these professionals, we have narrowed it down to 6.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How many can...]]>
3080. </description>
3081. </item>
3082. <item>
3083. <title>What Does the Science Say About Microlearning?</title>
3084. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-does-the-science-say-about-microlearning</link>
3085. <pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3086. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-does-the-science-say-about-microlearning</guid>
3087. <description>
3088. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;“What, exactly, is microlearning? Does it work? Is this just the next popular trend, or is it supported by science?” These are some of the questions we hear from prospects about microlearning, but what many people don’t know is that microlearning has been around for a very long time—and...]]>
3089. </description>
3090. </item>
3091. <item>
3092. <title>When Workplace Learning Moves to the Kitchen Table</title>
3093. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/when-workplace-learning-moves-to-the-kitchen-table</link>
3094. <pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3095. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/when-workplace-learning-moves-to-the-kitchen-table</guid>
3096. <description>
3097. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you have a family, a lot of learning already has moved to the kitchen table. This past spring, students and teachers alike adapted to using Zoom, storing assignments in the cloud, and working where they could. What happens when it is &lt;em&gt;workplace learning&lt;/em&gt; that has to move to...]]>
3098. </description>
3099. </item>
3100. <item>
3101. <title>Training Challenges in the Workplace, 2020 Edition</title>
3102. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/training-challenges-in-the-workplace-2020-edition</link>
3103. <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3104. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/training-challenges-in-the-workplace-2020-edition</guid>
3105. <description>
3106. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I think it’s safe to say that every organization has had to make some adjustments and deal with a fair amount of uncertainty here in 2020. Personally, I can’t even count the number of emails and articles I’ve read that talk about “the new normal.” Sometimes change—and the challenges...]]>
3107. </description>
3108. </item>
3109. <item>
3110. <title>Mental Wellness Tips for Your Employees</title>
3111. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/mental-wellness-tips-for-your-employees</link>
3112. <pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3113. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/mental-wellness-tips-for-your-employees</guid>
3114. <description>
3115. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The COVID-19 pandemic has meant a change in routine for everyone, and change has a way of bringing some anxiety and stress with it. That has had some pretty big implications for our mental health. Companies should consider offering mental wellness tips to employees.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How do you maintain your...]]>
3116. </description>
3117. </item>
3118. <item>
3119. <title>Presentation Skills Training: Start With the Right Questions</title>
3120. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/presentation-skills-training-start-with-the-right-questions</link>
3121. <pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3122. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/presentation-skills-training-start-with-the-right-questions</guid>
3123. <description>
3124. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Many employees will eventually be in a position where they need to present information to a group of people. Whether it&#039;s a casual presentation in a small update meeting or a more formal presentation on a stage or in front of a large group of people, presentation skills training...]]>
3125. </description>
3126. </item>
3127. <item>
3128. <title>Confidence Training for Managers: How to Build Confidence in Teams</title>
3129. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/confidence-training-for-managers-how-to-build-confidence-in-teams</link>
3130. <pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3131. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/confidence-training-for-managers-how-to-build-confidence-in-teams</guid>
3132. <description>
3133. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Confidence is a funny thing: Not only is it highly personal and hard to measure, it fluctuates throughout time depending on the situation. Those are two big reasons why managers should spend time on confidence training for their employees. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Managers, for their part, may not understand...]]>
3134. </description>
3135. </item>
3136. <item>
3137. <title>How to Deal with Rude and Upset Customers</title>
3138. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-deal-with-rude-and-upset-customers</link>
3139. <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3140. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-deal-with-rude-and-upset-customers</guid>
3141. <description>
3142. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Everyone who works in customer service or in a customer-facing job needs training for dealing with rude and upset customers. It’s even more important in today’s world of cell phone videos, social media, and the divisive state of our country. It seems like people are emboldened to spew anger...]]>
3143. </description>
3144. </item>
3145. <item>
3146. <title>Planning for an Emergency: Individuals with Disabilities</title>
3147. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/planning-for-an-emergency-individuals-with-disabilities</link>
3148. <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2020 12:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
3149. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/planning-for-an-emergency-individuals-with-disabilities</guid>
3150. <description>
3151. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you or anyone in your family is an individual with a disability, you may need additional assistance during a natural disaster or other emergency.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;During and after a disaster, there may be limited access to medical facilities and stores that provide your basic needs. Would you be able...]]>
3152. </description>
3153. </item>
3154. <item>
3155. <title>The Future of Training and Development is in Reshaping Mindsets</title>
3156. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-future-of-training-and-development-is-in-reshaping-mindsets</link>
3157. <pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3158. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-future-of-training-and-development-is-in-reshaping-mindsets</guid>
3159. <description>
3160. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;What does the future hold for training and development? What are the trends, and how should you prepare? Those are great questions, and if you’re asking them, that means you are being proactive about preparing your organization for the future.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;When I look at trends in the...]]>
3161. </description>
3162. </item>
3163. <item>
3164. <title>The Real Cost of Not Training Your Employees</title>
3165. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-real-cost-of-not-training-your-employees</link>
3166. <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3167. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-real-cost-of-not-training-your-employees</guid>
3168. <description>
3169. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Most organizations see their corporate training as a cost center, rather than a profit center. That makes sense if you look at a company’s typical offerings—their goods and services—but profit can also be made if a particular investment saves the organization money in the long run.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;That’s...]]>
3170. </description>
3171. </item>
3172. <item>
3173. <title>First Aid Training Courses Contribute to a Healthier, Safer Workplace</title>
3174. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/first-aid-training-courses-contribute-to-a-healthier-safer-workplace</link>
3175. <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2020 15:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3176. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/first-aid-training-courses-contribute-to-a-healthier-safer-workplace</guid>
3177. <description>
3178. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Have you ever taken a first aid training course? I’ve had friends and colleagues learn first aid in health classes in school, or through their kids’ scouting programs, or during a course of instruction to get certified for something else (child care, scuba diving instructor...you name it). Rarely do...]]>
3179. </description>
3180. </item>
3181. <item>
3182. <title>Tips for Never Missing Deadlines</title>
3183. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-never-missing-deadlines</link>
3184. <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3185. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-never-missing-deadlines</guid>
3186. <description>
3187. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you are responsible for managing projects, you understand the importance of timelines and meeting deadlines. The work can be much more enjoyable and much less stressful if you follow these tips for never missing deadlines. There are many productivity apps, tools, and programs you can use but ultimately...]]>
3188. </description>
3189. </item>
3190. <item>
3191. <title>How to Train Shift Workers: 3 Ideas</title>
3192. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-train-shift-workers-3-ideas</link>
3193. <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2020 19:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
3194. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-train-shift-workers-3-ideas</guid>
3195. <description>
3196. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Many of us know the importance of corporate training but struggle to get our employees to make the time to complete training. If you need to train shift workers, managers have the additional challenge of setting aside non-production time during the shift to let employees take the training. Fortunately...]]>
3197. </description>
3198. </item>
3199. <item>
3200. <title>EHS Trends Accelerated in a Post-Pandemic World</title>
3201. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/ehs-trends-accelerated-in-a-post-pandemic-world</link>
3202. <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2020 10:37:00 -0700</pubDate>
3203. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/ehs-trends-accelerated-in-a-post-pandemic-world</guid>
3204. <description>
3205. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Much has been written regarding the impact COVID-19 has had on the world population and economy. As we move from crisis, to recovery, to a new “normal”, we have seen shifts in the way business has traditionally been conducted in many markets. Examples include the growth in telemedicine, an...]]>
3206. </description>
3207. </item>
3208. <item>
3209. <title>How to Make the Most of Your Summer Internship</title>
3210. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-summer-internship</link>
3211. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2020 20:21:00 -0700</pubDate>
3212. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-summer-internship</guid>
3213. <description>
3214. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A summer internship can really help bolster your resume while you are still in school. Internship’s can help you get exposed to jobs in your field and gain valuable experience. Not all students take full advantage of these opportunities so I wanted to share a few tips to help...]]>
3215. </description>
3216. </item>
3217. <item>
3218. <title>Hurricane Safety Tips: Are You Prepared?</title>
3219. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hurricane-safety-tips-are-you-prepared</link>
3220. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2020 07:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
3221. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hurricane-safety-tips-are-you-prepared</guid>
3222. <description>
3223. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It seems like every season brings its own special flavor of weather-related troubles, and, for many areas around the Atlantic or Gulf Coast, June ushers in the beginning of hurricane season. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;There are a number of hurricane hazards associated with these powerful storms. At NOAA’s &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/prepare/&quot;&gt;National Hurricane...]]>
3224. </description>
3225. </item>
3226. <item>
3227. <title>5 Tips to Improve New Hire Training</title>
3228. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/5-tips-to-improve-new-hire-training</link>
3229. <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2020 15:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
3230. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/5-tips-to-improve-new-hire-training</guid>
3231. <description>
3232. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;New hire training is a part of every organization’s onboarding and orientation procedures. It should be designed to cover the administrative details of joining the company but it should also give the new hire clear direction on how they can be successful in their job. No matter how in-depth...]]>
3233. </description>
3234. </item>
3235. <item>
3236. <title>How to Get into Sales</title>
3237. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-get-into-sales</link>
3238. <pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3239. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-get-into-sales</guid>
3240. <description>
3241. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Many people are selling right now and they don’t even realize it. You see, I believe that anyone can sell. You just need the right attitude and the right training to get into sales.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“He was born with the gift of gab; a born salesman.” “I’m just...]]>
3242. </description>
3243. </item>
3244. <item>
3245. <title>FCPA Compliance Requirements: Building an Anti-Corruption Program</title>
3246. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/fcpa-requirements-building-an-anti-corruption-compliance-program</link>
3247. <pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3248. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/fcpa-requirements-building-an-anti-corruption-compliance-program</guid>
3249. <description>
3250. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When my team talks to HR professionals about the topic of compliance, there are some usual suspects that come up: Anti-harassment, workplace safety, substance abuse, and diversity. Rarely do the topics of bribery, anti-corruption, or FCPA requirements get mentioned as part of a corporate compliance program—but this is becoming...]]>
3251. </description>
3252. </item>
3253. <item>
3254. <title>Communication Skills Training in a World of Emojis, YOLO, and Ghosting</title>
3255. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/communication-skills-training-in-a-world-of-emojis-yolo-and-ghosting</link>
3256. <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3257. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/communication-skills-training-in-a-world-of-emojis-yolo-and-ghosting</guid>
3258. <description>
3259. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;How is communication skills training different today? Modern communication appears to lack eye contact, grammar, and the use of your vocal cords! Look around. Everyone is looking down at their phone and not at each other. Even at the dinner table in a restaurant. Texting looks more like modern...]]>
3260. </description>
3261. </item>
3262. <item>
3263. <title>Training’s Role Returning to Work After Quarantine</title>
3264. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/trainings-role-returning-to-work-after-quarantine</link>
3265. <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2020 19:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
3266. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/trainings-role-returning-to-work-after-quarantine</guid>
3267. <description>
3268. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Communities across the country are attempting to re-open and sending employees back to work. Our experience is unprecedented. As business leaders, we are in uncharted territories. We’ve never been through this before. There is no handbook or best practice for returning to work after quarantine during a global pandemic...]]>
3269. </description>
3270. </item>
3271. <item>
3272. <title>Can the Virus Behind COVID-19 be Spread by Blood?</title>
3273. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/can-the-virus-behind-covid-19-be-spread-by-blood</link>
3274. <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3275. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/can-the-virus-behind-covid-19-be-spread-by-blood</guid>
3276. <description>
3277. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Authored by Amber Mitchell, DrPH, MPH, CPH and Jonathan Rosen, MS, CIH&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Since the SARS-CoV-2 virus can be detected in the blood (via serum blood testing), there is some confusion about whether that means it can be transmitted via blood as a bloodborne pathogen, like HIV or hepatitis C.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
3278. </description>
3279. </item>
3280. <item>
3281. <title>How to Get an Entry-Level Job with No Experience</title>
3282. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-get-an-entry-level-job-with-no-experience</link>
3283. <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3284. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-get-an-entry-level-job-with-no-experience</guid>
3285. <description>
3286. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I know it is so frustrating, we’ve all been there. No one really teaches you how to land that first entry-level job. You can’t get a job without experience and you can’t get experience without that first job.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Every semester you see thousands of college graduates enthusiastically...]]>
3287. </description>
3288. </item>
3289. <item>
3290. <title>New Infectious Disease Tracking &amp; Employee Health Screening Tools</title>
3291. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/new-infectious-disease-tracking-employee-health-screening-tools</link>
3292. <pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3293. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/new-infectious-disease-tracking-employee-health-screening-tools</guid>
3294. <description>
3295. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As employers continue struggling to navigate the impacts of COVID-19, we’ve quickly moved to support our current customers by addressing top challenges with new technology.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Environmental Health &amp;amp; Safety (&lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/ehs-environmental-health-and-safety&quot;&gt;EHS&lt;/a&gt;) leaders across the industry have scrambled to establish systems for tracking the outbreak of this infectious disease, managing...]]>
3296. </description>
3297. </item>
3298. <item>
3299. <title>How to Make Your Resume Stand Out</title>
3300. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-make-your-resume-stand-out</link>
3301. <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3302. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-make-your-resume-stand-out</guid>
3303. <description>
3304. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Imagine your resume is sitting in a pile of 200 other resumes for the same position. How can you make your resume stand out? I am not talking about printing your resume on pink scented paper like Elle Woods in Legally Blonde! I will give you practical tips to...]]>
3305. </description>
3306. </item>
3307. <item>
3308. <title>Remote Skills Verification: Reaching Your Students Online</title>
3309. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/remote-skills-verification-reaching-your-students-online</link>
3310. <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2020 10:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
3311. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/remote-skills-verification-reaching-your-students-online</guid>
3312. <description>
3313. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Approved Training Centers and Instructors can now take advantage of HSI’s new Remote Skills Verification (RSV) technology to safely continue to provide training and full certification to your students. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;RSV - coupled with our existing blended learning programs - will allow you to provide training to those who...]]>
3314. </description>
3315. </item>
3316. <item>
3317. <title>How to Survive a Furlough</title>
3318. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-survive-a-furlough</link>
3319. <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3320. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-survive-a-furlough</guid>
3321. <description>
3322. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s a sad state of the world we live in but furloughs are becoming a common business practice when companies are navigating tough times. We’ve seen furloughed government employees during government shutdowns. Now during the COVID-19 pandemic, we are seeing thousands of furloughed non-governmental workers. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The...]]>
3323. </description>
3324. </item>
3325. <item>
3326. <title>Job Search and Career Planning Tips</title>
3327. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/job-search-and-career-planning-tips</link>
3328. <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3329. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/job-search-and-career-planning-tips</guid>
3330. <description>
3331. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Whether you are searching for your first job or planning a midlife career change, it can be a stressful time. If the job search was forced on you via a furlough or layoff, it’s even more trying and difficult. No one really teaches you how to look for a...]]>
3332. </description>
3333. </item>
3334. <item>
3335. <title>Safety Job Research Project: Results</title>
3336. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-job-research-project-results</link>
3337. <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3338. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-job-research-project-results</guid>
3339. <description>
3340. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A year ago, we launched a research effort to learn more about the safety professional community: who they are, how they function, how they work, and what they need.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Today, across the country, many organizations have swiftly turned attention toward this group for leadership, direction, and support, throughout the...]]>
3341. </description>
3342. </item>
3343. <item>
3344. <title>How to Keep Your Lungs Strong for COVID-19</title>
3345. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-keep-your-lungs-strong-for-covid-19</link>
3346. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3347. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-keep-your-lungs-strong-for-covid-19</guid>
3348. <description>
3349. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;An offense is the best defense for maintaining your lung health during the COVID-19 pandemic.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;During this unprecedented time, it is important to not only stay home and work safely whenever and wherever possible, but it is also critically important to keep your lungs and immune system healthy to...]]>
3350. </description>
3351. </item>
3352. <item>
3353. <title>New COVID-19 Case Management App &amp; Pandemic Preparedness Training</title>
3354. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/new-covid-19-case-management-app-pandemic-preparedness-training</link>
3355. <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2020 11:06:00 -0700</pubDate>
3356. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/new-covid-19-case-management-app-pandemic-preparedness-training</guid>
3357. <description>
3358. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Note: HSI’s response to the global Coronavirus pandemic involves a combination of technology and critical training for Pandemic Preparedness, Transmissible Illness Prevention, and &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.hsi.com/corona-virus-preparedness&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;free resources&lt;/a&gt; supporting any employer severely impacted by the crisis.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The Coronavirus wave has elevated the role of Health and Safety Ops...]]>
3359. </description>
3360. </item>
3361. <item>
3362. <title>Home Office Productivity</title>
3363. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/home-office-productivity</link>
3364. <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3365. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/home-office-productivity</guid>
3366. <description>
3367. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Moving folks home is challenging for many employers, but don&#039;t forget how disruptive and unsettling it may be for your workers. Preparing your workers for the change will be your best chance to reap maximum productivity and quell team anxiety.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Here are some tips to ease the transition.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h3&gt;Home...]]>
3368. </description>
3369. </item>
3370. <item>
3371. <title>Monitoring the Health and Productivity of Remote Workers</title>
3372. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/monitoring-the-health-and-productivity-of-remote-workers</link>
3373. <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3374. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/monitoring-the-health-and-productivity-of-remote-workers</guid>
3375. <description>
3376. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When managing workers in person, it&#039;s easy to focus on making sure workers are present and focused on getting the job done. When managing a distributed workforce in a global health crisis, it is also very important to monitor the health and well being of your workforce.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Here are...]]>
3377. </description>
3378. </item>
3379. <item>
3380. <title>Web Meeting Productivity</title>
3381. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/web-meeting-productivity</link>
3382. <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3383. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/web-meeting-productivity</guid>
3384. <description>
3385. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When planned and organized, web meetings can be very productive. Has your team done online meetings before? Are they productive, or slow and repetitive? Well attended?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Let&#039;s look at some ideas for how to boost productivity during web meetings.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h3&gt;Plan ahead&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;Send out the meeting invite with key ingredients...]]>
3386. </description>
3387. </item>
3388. <item>
3389. <title>Worker&#039;s Guide to Being Productive at Home</title>
3390. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/workers-guide-to-being-productive-at-home</link>
3391. <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3392. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/workers-guide-to-being-productive-at-home</guid>
3393. <description>
3394. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Hundreds of thousands of people work from home across the globe. Perhaps it&#039;s new for you, so here are some ideas to help you get off to a good start and maintain a productive routine.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h3&gt;Setup your Home Office&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;Assemble your equipment if you have any. Whether you have...]]>
3395. </description>
3396. </item>
3397. <item>
3398. <title>Worker&#039;s Guide to Participating in Web Meetings</title>
3399. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/workers-guide-to-participating-in-web-meetings</link>
3400. <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3401. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/workers-guide-to-participating-in-web-meetings</guid>
3402. <description>
3403. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Perhaps you are a seasoned veteran of online meetings. Maybe you love them, maybe you hate them. But did we ever learn how to participate in online meetings? Most of us didn&#039;t.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What should we expect from online meetings? Online meetings should be a good use of our time...]]>
3404. </description>
3405. </item>
3406. <item>
3407. <title>Guide to Facilitating Online Meetings</title>
3408. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/guide-to-facilitating-online-meetings</link>
3409. <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3410. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/guide-to-facilitating-online-meetings</guid>
3411. <description>
3412. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As you probably know, facilitation is a skill. It involves communication skills, patience, and coaching skills. To do it well requires a pleasant, varied voice, and the ability to build a good rapport with your audience. Facilitating online meetings is much of the same yet you can lean more...]]>
3413. </description>
3414. </item>
3415. <item>
3416. <title>Getting Started with Online Meetings</title>
3417. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/getting-started-with-online-meetings</link>
3418. <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3419. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/getting-started-with-online-meetings</guid>
3420. <description>
3421. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Online meetings can be a fantastic productivity tool when used and facilitated appropriately. If you are just getting started with an online meeting, these guidelines will help you make the most of your digital time with your team.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Select an online meeting tool. There are many to choose from...]]>
3422. </description>
3423. </item>
3424. <item>
3425. <title>How to Help Indecisive Employees</title>
3426. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-help-indecisive-employees</link>
3427. <pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2020 19:19:00 -0700</pubDate>
3428. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-help-indecisive-employees</guid>
3429. <description>
3430. <![CDATA[ &lt;p dir=&quot;ltr&quot;&gt;Working with indecisive employees can be wildly frustrating. It also greatly inhibits progress, productivity, and the sanity of your employees. Employees can spend a lot of time wavering, hesitating, and avoiding decisions. A combination of training, mentoring, and empowerment can help indecisive employees at any level.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt...]]>
3431. </description>
3432. </item>
3433. <item>
3434. <title>Moving Your Workforce Home</title>
3435. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/moving-your-workforce-home</link>
3436. <pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3437. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/moving-your-workforce-home</guid>
3438. <description>
3439. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Your workforce is the lifeblood of your business. Reassure them. Make sure they know you are doing everything you can to care for them as individuals, while also protecting the health and longevity of your business.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;As you shift your business operations to a remote or distributed workforce model...]]>
3440. </description>
3441. </item>
3442. <item>
3443. <title>Concern for Employee Health at Home</title>
3444. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/concern-for-employee-health-at-home</link>
3445. <pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2020 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3446. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/concern-for-employee-health-at-home</guid>
3447. <description>
3448. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;During an extended period of working from home, I get concerned about employee health and safety at home. This is especially important during the coronavirus pandemic quarantine with the added fear and anxiety we are all feeling. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Not everyone is suited for the isolation from working...]]>
3449. </description>
3450. </item>
3451. <item>
3452. <title>EPA-Registered Disinfectants &amp; Safety Data Sheets (SDS)</title>
3453. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/epa-registered-disinfectants-safety-data-sheets-sds</link>
3454. <pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3455. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/epa-registered-disinfectants-safety-data-sheets-sds</guid>
3456. <description>
3457. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Many of our SDS Online customers are scrambling this week to secure new chemical approvals for &lt;a href=&quot;https://cfpub.epa.gov/wizards/disinfectants/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;EPA-Registered Disinfectants&lt;/a&gt; being deployed now to combat the Coronavirus (COVID-19).&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Across the country, there’s a major run on these hazardous substances, which are being delivered to our workplaces and...]]>
3458. </description>
3459. </item>
3460. <item>
3461. <title>Pandemic Planning and Training for Employees</title>
3462. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/pandemic-planning-and-training-for-employees</link>
3463. <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2020 18:55:00 -0800</pubDate>
3464. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/pandemic-planning-and-training-for-employees</guid>
3465. <description>
3466. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A pandemic is most likely one of the disruptive scenarios your crisis management team has considered in their planning process and hopefully training employees for this situation has been included.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The recent outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus) brought the concept of pandemic planning to the forefront of business...]]>
3467. </description>
3468. </item>
3469. <item>
3470. <title>Coronavirus Precautions for Employees</title>
3471. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/coronavirus-precautions-for-employees</link>
3472. <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2020 01:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
3473. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/coronavirus-precautions-for-employees</guid>
3474. <description>
3475. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Information about the coronavirus changes daily. Yahoo now has an entire tab dedicated to the topic in their navigation. Fears of the spread of the virus shut down the Louvre Museum. Communicating coronavirus precautions to your employees will help manage their fears so they can take preventive actions to...]]>
3476. </description>
3477. </item>
3478. <item>
3479. <title>Tips to Improve the RFP Process for Employee Training Partners</title>
3480. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-to-improve-the-rfp-process-for-employee-training-partners</link>
3481. <pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2020 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3482. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-to-improve-the-rfp-process-for-employee-training-partners</guid>
3483. <description>
3484. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;code&gt;&lt;/code&gt;We frequently receive invitations to participate in the RFP process for employee training partners and eLearning services. It’s good to provide some structure around the search process so you can compare potential vendors. But many times we wish we had been involved earlier in the process to help the...]]>
3485. </description>
3486. </item>
3487. <item>
3488. <title>HIPAA: Are You Fully In Compliance?</title>
3489. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hipaa-are-you-fully-in-compliance</link>
3490. <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2020 15:15:00 -0800</pubDate>
3491. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hipaa-are-you-fully-in-compliance</guid>
3492. <description>
3493. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;By guest blogger Bill Rowe, Director of Content Development, Emergency Care&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.hhs.gov/programs/hipaa/index.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act&lt;/a&gt;, commonly referred to as HIPAA, is a federal law that was enacted to improve the provision of healthcare in the United States. An important part of the...]]>
3494. </description>
3495. </item>
3496. <item>
3497. <title>What Makes a Good Incentive Plan?</title>
3498. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-makes-a-good-incentive-plan</link>
3499. <pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2020 19:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
3500. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-makes-a-good-incentive-plan</guid>
3501. <description>
3502. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Employees are paid a salary and benefits for doing their job. Incentives are designed for incremental effort and stretch goals. So, what makes a good incentive plan? I will give you six tips that will tap into employee motivation to help create an effective incentive program.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Most...]]>
3503. </description>
3504. </item>
3505. <item>
3506. <title>How to Compare Employee Training Pricing</title>
3507. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-compare-employee-training-pricing</link>
3508. <pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2020 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3509. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-compare-employee-training-pricing</guid>
3510. <description>
3511. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We frequently get requests from prospects inquiring about the pricing of our employee training videos, as if we are selling widgets. When we explain that we are not like other training companies and we customize our pricing based on your needs, they push back and many say their boss...]]>
3512. </description>
3513. </item>
3514. <item>
3515. <title>How OSHA Inspectors Think: Respirator Fit Testing</title>
3516. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-osha-inspectors-think-respirator-fit-testing</link>
3517. <pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3518. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-osha-inspectors-think-respirator-fit-testing</guid>
3519. <description>
3520. <![CDATA[ &lt;h2&gt;Respirator Fit Testing&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;Have employees been medically evaluated to ensure they are physiologically able to wear a respirator? &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.134&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;1910.134(e)(1)&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Commonly called “fit testing”—it’s a compliance obligation with serious implications for your workforce.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Pro Tip: Ensure the initial evaluation conducted by a PLHCP (Physician or other...]]>
3521. </description>
3522. </item>
3523. <item>
3524. <title>Marijuana in the Workplace: How to Craft an HR Policy That&#039;s Right for Your Company</title>
3525. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/marijuana-in-the-workplace-how-to-craft-an-hr-policy-thats-right-for-your-company</link>
3526. <pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2020 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3527. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/marijuana-in-the-workplace-how-to-craft-an-hr-policy-thats-right-for-your-company</guid>
3528. <description>
3529. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It seems like every election cycle we see changes to state laws regarding the use of medical marijuana as well as the recreational use of marijuana. Human Resources leaders are challenged to create an HR policy with workplace safety, productivity, and inclusivity in mind. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;More than half of...]]>
3530. </description>
3531. </item>
3532. <item>
3533. <title>HSI Acquires Donesafe - EHS Platform Company</title>
3534. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/health-safety-institute-acquires-donesafe</link>
3535. <pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3536. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/health-safety-institute-acquires-donesafe</guid>
3537. <description>
3538. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Eugene, Ore. – February 4, 2020&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;em&gt; – &lt;/em&gt;Health &amp;amp; Safety Institute (HSI), a leader in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) software, training and compliance solutions, today announced it has acquired leading safety and compliance management software platform, Donesafe.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Donesafe’s innovative safety management and compliance software platform enables organizations to...]]>
3539. </description>
3540. </item>
3541. <item>
3542. <title>The Importance of Employee Financial Wellness Programs</title>
3543. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-importance-of-employee-financial-wellness-programs</link>
3544. <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2020 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3545. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-importance-of-employee-financial-wellness-programs</guid>
3546. <description>
3547. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Employee financial wellness, like physical wellness, is a topic that companies are finally beginning to address. Just as employees are more productive and happy when they are physically well, they will be less stressed when they are financially well, too.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.forbes.com/sites/williamarruda/2019/08/04/why-your-employees-financial-wellbeing-affects-your-corporate-brand/#1cca2c840f55&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;A recent article...]]>
3548. </description>
3549. </item>
3550. <item>
3551. <title>Empower Your Employees with Crisis Management Training</title>
3552. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/empower-your-employees-with-crisis-management-training</link>
3553. <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2020 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3554. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/empower-your-employees-with-crisis-management-training</guid>
3555. <description>
3556. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Crisis management training should not be limited to crisis planning, disaster readiness, or risk management teams. A crisis can hit any employee at any time and there are situations everyone should think about and plan for. Empower your employees with a variety of crisis management training videos so they...]]>
3557. </description>
3558. </item>
3559. <item>
3560. <title>How to Motivate Employees to Make Time for Training</title>
3561. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-motivate-employees-to-make-time-for-training</link>
3562. <pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2020 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3563. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-motivate-employees-to-make-time-for-training</guid>
3564. <description>
3565. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The #1 reason employees say they are not engaging in workplace learning is because they don&#039;t have the time. It is a common finding in many of our industry trend reports. It’s hard knowing how to motivate employees to make time for training. There have been many times when...]]>
3566. </description>
3567. </item>
3568. <item>
3569. <title>#34: Dr. Scott Geller at NSC 2019</title>
3570. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/34-dr-scott-geller-at-nsc-2019</link>
3571. <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3572. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/34-dr-scott-geller-at-nsc-2019</guid>
3573. <description>
3574. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;HSI Learning Systems Chief Safety Officer and podcast host sits down with Dr. Scott Geller live on the expo floor from the 2019 NSC Expo.&lt;/p&gt;
3575. ]]>
3576. </description>
3577. </item>
3578. <item>
3579. <title>#35: Jacy Good and Steve Johnson at NSC 2019</title>
3580. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/35-jacy-good-and-steve-johnson-at-nsc-2019</link>
3581. <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3582. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/35-jacy-good-and-steve-johnson-at-nsc-2019</guid>
3583. <description>
3584. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jill James, Chief Safety Officer and podcast host, talks with Jacy Good and Steve Johnson about their story, Hang Up and Drive, as well as what it&#039;s like to be married public speakers on the road together.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Learn more about &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/safety-training&quot;&gt;workplace safety training&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt; ...]]>
3585. </description>
3586. </item>
3587. <item>
3588. <title>#36: Krista Geller at NSC 2019</title>
3589. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/36-krista-geller-at-nsc-2019</link>
3590. <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3591. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/36-krista-geller-at-nsc-2019</guid>
3592. <description>
3593. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Krista Geller talks with Jill James about the importance of pets in our lives, growing up in safety and research, and Actively Caring for People. Learn more about &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/safety-training&quot;&gt;safety training online&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt; ...]]>
3594. </description>
3595. </item>
3596. <item>
3597. <title>#37: Lorraine Martin, NSC President and CEO at NSC 2019</title>
3598. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/37-lorraine-martin-nsc-president-and-ceo-at-nsc-2019</link>
3599. <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3600. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/37-lorraine-martin-nsc-president-and-ceo-at-nsc-2019</guid>
3601. <description>
3602. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;New President and CEO of the National Safety Council talks with podcast host and HSI Learning Systems Chief Safety Officer, Jill James live from the floor of the 2019 NSC Expo. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Learn more about &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/safety-training&quot;&gt;safety training online&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt; ...]]>
3603. </description>
3604. </item>
3605. <item>
3606. <title>#38: Christine McConnell, BCSP Foundation Officer, at NSC 2019</title>
3607. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/38-christine-mcconnell-bcsp-foundation-officer-at-nsc-2019</link>
3608. <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3609. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/38-christine-mcconnell-bcsp-foundation-officer-at-nsc-2019</guid>
3610. <description>
3611. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jill and Christine take some to talk about BCSP Foundation and three main initiatives they&#039;re working on at the Foundation. Learn more about &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/safety-training&quot;&gt;workplace safety training&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
3612. ]]>
3613. </description>
3614. </item>
3615. <item>
3616. <title>#39: Tom Andrzejewski at NSC 2019</title>
3617. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/39-tom-andrzejewski-at-nsc-2019</link>
3618. <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3619. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/39-tom-andrzejewski-at-nsc-2019</guid>
3620. <description>
3621. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Chief Safety Officer and podcast host Jill James, sits down with Tom Andrzejewski, Safety Director at Hunt Electric to talk about Tom&#039;s path into safety, how their paths unknowingly crossed years ago, and the importance of networking and associations.&lt;/p&gt;
3622. ]]>
3623. </description>
3624. </item>
3625. <item>
3626. <title>Use a SMART Goal-Setting Worksheet to Plan Your Year</title>
3627. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/use-a-smart-goal-setting-worksheet-to-plan-your-year</link>
3628. <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2020 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3629. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/use-a-smart-goal-setting-worksheet-to-plan-your-year</guid>
3630. <description>
3631. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Everyone starts the new year off with resolutions and goals but you can start any day of the year with this goal-setting worksheet. Any motivational speaker will tell you that you have a much better chance of achieving your goals if you simply write them down and create an...]]>
3632. </description>
3633. </item>
3634. <item>
3635. <title>Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Requirements State and Local Laws</title>
3636. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/sexual-harassment-prevention-training-requirements-state-and-local-laws</link>
3637. <pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3638. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/sexual-harassment-prevention-training-requirements-state-and-local-laws</guid>
3639. <description>
3640. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Current as of September 2019 | Courtesy of &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.thinkhr.com/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;ThinkHR&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Sexual harassment prevention training is a best practices approach, even if not expressly required under state or local law.The importance of sexual harassment prevention training in the #MeToo era is highlighted by the increase in sexual...]]>
3641. </description>
3642. </item>
3643. <item>
3644. <title>How OSHA Inspectors Think: 300A Annual Summary</title>
3645. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-osha-inspectors-think-300a-annual-summary</link>
3646. <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3647. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-osha-inspectors-think-300a-annual-summary</guid>
3648. <description>
3649. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;OSHA 300 Logs&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;February 1st will be here sooner than you know, which means now is the time to start gathering data you need for your 2019 OSHA 300A form (annual summary). Specifically, I’m talking about the annual average number of employees AND the total hours worked by all...]]>
3650. </description>
3651. </item>
3652. <item>
3653. <title>How is Compliance Training Different from Other Training?</title>
3654. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-is-compliance-training-different-from-other-training</link>
3655. <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2020 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3656. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-is-compliance-training-different-from-other-training</guid>
3657. <description>
3658. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Compliance training is a fact of life in most U.S. businesses today. Beyond the mere fact that it is mandated by law, compliance training is the single most important tool for maintaining a safe, productive workplace.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;While the tools for delivering compliance training might be the same...]]>
3659. </description>
3660. </item>
3661. <item>
3662. <title>Why You Should Add Video to Your Leadership Training Program</title>
3663. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-you-should-add-video-to-your-leadership-training-program</link>
3664. <pubDate>Thu, 26 Dec 2019 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3665. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-you-should-add-video-to-your-leadership-training-program</guid>
3666. <description>
3667. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When someone says the words “leadership training program,” big seminars like Dale Carnegie Leadership Training or those put on by the American Management Association pop into mind. Those can be great experiences for some; but they are a small, small slice of what’s possible with leadership training.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt...]]>
3668. </description>
3669. </item>
3670. <item>
3671. <title>How to Succeed with Relationship Selling</title>
3672. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-succeed-with-relationship-selling</link>
3673. <pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2019 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3674. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-succeed-with-relationship-selling</guid>
3675. <description>
3676. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We gray-haired sales folk like to say, “People buy from people they like.” This is the basis of relationship selling. Rather than determining whether the features or pricing is right for the client, a focus is made on the connection between the seller and the buyer. If the buyer...]]>
3677. </description>
3678. </item>
3679. <item>
3680. <title>Customer Service Training for the Modern Team</title>
3681. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/customer-service-training-for-the-modern-team</link>
3682. <pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2019 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3683. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/customer-service-training-for-the-modern-team</guid>
3684. <description>
3685. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you have customers, you have people whose job is customer care. We know it’s more costly to gain a new customer than it is to retain a current one. Customer care, customer relations, or customer service are synonyms for the teams responsible for protecting this part of the...]]>
3686. </description>
3687. </item>
3688. <item>
3689. <title>OSHA&#039;s Leading Indicators</title>
3690. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/oshas-leading-indicators</link>
3691. <pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3692. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/oshas-leading-indicators</guid>
3693. <description>
3694. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;*Note: This content is republished from OSHA’s 2019 publication Using Leading Indicators to Improve Safety and Health Outcomes found &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.osha.gov/leadingindicators/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;here&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;What Are Leading Indicators?&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;For purposes of this document, leading indicators are proactive, preventive, and predictive measures that provide information about the effective performance of...]]>
3695. </description>
3696. </item>
3697. <item>
3698. <title>How OSHA Investigators Think: Breakrooms, Water, Hand Soap</title>
3699. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-osha-investigators-think-breakrooms-water-hand-soap</link>
3700. <pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3701. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-osha-investigators-think-breakrooms-water-hand-soap</guid>
3702. <description>
3703. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;What did I commonly cite when I was an OSHA Inspector? Here are three examples:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;#1. The Basics&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;Sometimes, being a regulator broke my heart.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We safety professionals know this feeling. We are often solo advocates for our fellow human beings, standing firm, sometimes found promoting basic human dignity.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
3704. </description>
3705. </item>
3706. <item>
3707. <title>Safety Climb: 5 Milestones of Safety Culture</title>
3708. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-climb-5-milestones-of-safety-culture</link>
3709. <pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3710. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-climb-5-milestones-of-safety-culture</guid>
3711. <description>
3712. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The Safety Climb is a safety program assessment and development tool designed for safety professionals and company management. The model aims to provide safety leaders with a mechanism for evaluating, visualizing, and communicating the current state of the safety program and overall culture. Unlike other assessment models that rely...]]>
3713. </description>
3714. </item>
3715. <item>
3716. <title>Tips for Managing Projects During the Holidays</title>
3717. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-managing-projects-during-the-holidays</link>
3718. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2019 19:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3719. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-managing-projects-during-the-holidays</guid>
3720. <description>
3721. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The holidays are coming up, and that often means a lot of employees and customers taking vacation days to spend time with families, bake holiday cookies, and scramble to finish holiday shopping. With all the holidays that fall between November and January, there are a lot of days with...]]>
3722. </description>
3723. </item>
3724. <item>
3725. <title>Tips for a Stress-free Corporate Video Production</title>
3726. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-a-stress-free-corporate-video-production</link>
3727. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2019 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3728. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-a-stress-free-corporate-video-production</guid>
3729. <description>
3730. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Whether you’re creating your first or fiftieth video, I think you will find these tips helpful. It’s important to know upfront if you need to include a banana. (Banana? Yes, a banana. You&#039;ll get it if you keep reading!) And whether you hire a company like HSI or create...]]>
3731. </description>
3732. </item>
3733. <item>
3734. <title>OSHA 2020 Outlook</title>
3735. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-2020-outlook</link>
3736. <pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3737. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-2020-outlook</guid>
3738. <description>
3739. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;How might 2020 be shaping up for OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)? Here are some key points of interest to contemplate.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;1. OSHA Leader?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The start of 2020 for OSHA looks just like the start of 2019 - without a confirmed leader. Currently Loren Sweatt, who is the...]]>
3740. </description>
3741. </item>
3742. <item>
3743. <title>How OSHA Inspectors Think: Free Poster</title>
3744. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-osha-inspectors-think-free-poster</link>
3745. <pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3746. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-osha-inspectors-think-free-poster</guid>
3747. <description>
3748. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Here are a few more things that I like to call ‘low-hanging fruit’ for OSHA inspectors—circumstances that are common, obvious, and simple for employers to correct.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I witnessed each of these circumstances firsthand in my role as an OSHA investigator, resulting in frequent ‘write-ups’. It’s safe to say that...]]>
3749. </description>
3750. </item>
3751. <item>
3752. <title>Benefits of LGBTQ Inclusion in Diversity Training</title>
3753. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/benefits-of-lgbtq-inclusion-in-diversity-training</link>
3754. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2019 20:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3755. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/benefits-of-lgbtq-inclusion-in-diversity-training</guid>
3756. <description>
3757. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;You might think diversity training is a one size fits all approach to get everyone working together. If diversity training covers gender, age, and ethnicity, isn’t that enough? Why do we need special courses on LGBTQ topics? &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;When HSI announced our new series of LGBTQ training...]]>
3758. </description>
3759. </item>
3760. <item>
3761. <title>Extended Completion Deadline: FAQs About California’s Updated Sexual Harassment Law</title>
3762. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/extended-completion-deadline-faqs-about-californias-updated-sexual-harassment-law</link>
3763. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3764. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/extended-completion-deadline-faqs-about-californias-updated-sexual-harassment-law</guid>
3765. <description>
3766. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;NEW UPDATE&lt;/strong&gt;: The training deadline for the new California Sexual Harassment requirements has been extended to January 1, 2021. The previous deadline was January 1, 2020.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What is this law?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;p&gt;In October 2018, &lt;a href=&quot;https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=201720180SB1343&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;California Governor Jerry Brown signed new legislation&lt;/a&gt; causing significant changes to existing mandatory...]]>
3767. </description>
3768. </item>
3769. <item>
3770. <title>How to Build Your Safety Record for Workforce Recruitment</title>
3771. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-build-your-safety-record-for-workforce-recruitment</link>
3772. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3773. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-build-your-safety-record-for-workforce-recruitment</guid>
3774. <description>
3775. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Today, the employment market is tight across the United States. Statistics tell us everyone who can be employed, &lt;em&gt;is employed&lt;/em&gt;&lt;em&gt;,&lt;/em&gt; right now. Nationally, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) cites our unemployment rate at 3.8%. In March, the BLS reported 4.5 million people were working part-time for economic reasons—often...]]>
3776. </description>
3777. </item>
3778. <item>
3779. <title>What to Expect From Us (How Buying Works)</title>
3780. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-to-expect-from-us-how-buying-works</link>
3781. <pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
3782. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-to-expect-from-us-how-buying-works</guid>
3783. <description>
3784. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Today, a lot of tech companies call their internal process the “customer journey”—that’s a fancy name for all of the hoops you have to jump through before you can actually use the product(s) you purchase.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;If you think you want to work with us, this is a lengthy yet...]]>
3785. </description>
3786. </item>
3787. <item>
3788. <title>Is Environmental Health &amp; Safety (EHS) Recession-Proof?</title>
3789. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/is-environmental-health-safety-ehs-recession-proof</link>
3790. <pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3791. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/is-environmental-health-safety-ehs-recession-proof</guid>
3792. <description>
3793. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;While the length and severity are debated, many economists believe we will see a recession in the next few months. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;During economic downturn periods, businesses face many difficult decisions focused primarily on how and where to save money. This may involve efforts to lower operating expenses, reduce fixed...]]>
3794. </description>
3795. </item>
3796. <item>
3797. <title>How SCORM &amp; AICC Work</title>
3798. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-scorm-aicc-work</link>
3799. <pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3800. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-scorm-aicc-work</guid>
3801. <description>
3802. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Fun fact: SCORM was developed by the U.S. Department of Defense.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;SCORM is a format for content delivered and consumed in web-based environments, a set of experiential guidelines.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;More technically...&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Sharable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM) is a set of technical specifications for eLearning, dictating compatibility with Learning Management...]]>
3803. </description>
3804. </item>
3805. <item>
3806. <title>How OSHA Inspectors Think</title>
3807. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-osha-inspectors-think</link>
3808. <pubDate>Thu, 24 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3809. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-osha-inspectors-think</guid>
3810. <description>
3811. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Here are a few things that I like to call ‘low-hanging fruit’ for OSHA inspectors—circumstances that are common, obvious, and simple for employers to correct.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I witnessed each of these events firsthand in my role as an OSHA investigator, resulting in frequent ‘write-ups’. It’s safe to say that at...]]>
3812. </description>
3813. </item>
3814. <item>
3815. <title>Custom In-House vs. Off-the-Shelf eLearning Content</title>
3816. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/custom-in-house-vs-off-the-shelf-elearning-content</link>
3817. <pubDate>Thu, 10 Oct 2019 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3818. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/custom-in-house-vs-off-the-shelf-elearning-content</guid>
3819. <description>
3820. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Many organizations create their own training content in-house, rather than using off-the-shelf eLearning content. Our sales team hears from prospects all the time that “We create everything in-house.” We have to wonder: How do they manage that?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Just about every in-house training team I’ve met has been...]]>
3821. </description>
3822. </item>
3823. <item>
3824. <title>12 Phone Etiquette Tips for Sales Calls</title>
3825. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/12-phone-etiquette-tips-for-sales-calls</link>
3826. <pubDate>Thu, 03 Oct 2019 18:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
3827. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/12-phone-etiquette-tips-for-sales-calls</guid>
3828. <description>
3829. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When you say the word &quot;etiquette&quot; I worry about which fork to use, keeping my elbows off the table, and drinking with my pinky up. In the world of sales calls, etiquette has a different spin.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Let’s face facts, no one wants to talk to salespeople on the phone...]]>
3830. </description>
3831. </item>
3832. <item>
3833. <title>MSHA Livestream: 2019</title>
3834. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/msha-livestream-2019</link>
3835. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3836. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/msha-livestream-2019</guid>
3837. <description>
3838. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Jill James&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Welcome to MSHA Part 46 and 48, Q&amp;amp;A.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This live stream is brought to you by HSI Learning Systems, an HSI company.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;My name is Jill James, Chief Safety Officer with HSI, and your host today. Thank you all so much for being here.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Our intention for...]]>
3839. </description>
3840. </item>
3841. <item>
3842. <title>How to Compare Corporate Training Videos</title>
3843. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-compare-corporate-training-videos</link>
3844. <pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2019 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3845. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-compare-corporate-training-videos</guid>
3846. <description>
3847. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Are you looking for a library of corporate training videos to complement the training you create in-house? Not all videos are created equal. And not all vendors offer the same services and support. How do you compare?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Can you preview courses without a trial?&lt;/strong&gt; Many of...]]>
3848. </description>
3849. </item>
3850. <item>
3851. <title>OSHA’s Top Ten Citations for 2019</title>
3852. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/oshas-top-ten-citations-for-2019</link>
3853. <pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3854. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/oshas-top-ten-citations-for-2019</guid>
3855. <description>
3856. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;These are OSHA’s top ten most frequently written citations in 2019, with the facts and the explanations surrounding them, as presented in September at the annual National Safety Council Congress.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;1. Fall Protection (construction/general requirements)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;The interesting part about fall protection is that there are certain height thresholds that...]]>
3857. </description>
3858. </item>
3859. <item>
3860. <title>How to Conduct Employee Training Assessments</title>
3861. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-conduct-employee-training-assessments</link>
3862. <pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2019 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3863. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-conduct-employee-training-assessments</guid>
3864. <description>
3865. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Before you even &lt;em&gt;start&lt;/em&gt; thinking of how to setup your employee training program, you’ll need to think about how to conduct employee training assessments. Not only will it indicate &lt;em&gt;that&lt;/em&gt; you need a training program, but it will influence how you set it up.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;So how would...]]>
3866. </description>
3867. </item>
3868. <item>
3869. <title>6 Common Myths About eLearning Services</title>
3870. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/6-common-myths-about-elearning-services</link>
3871. <pubDate>Thu, 12 Sep 2019 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3872. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/6-common-myths-about-elearning-services</guid>
3873. <description>
3874. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Are your preconceived ideas about eLearning services getting in the way of actually helping your employees?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Consider this: YouTube, the video-sharing site now owned by Google, has been around since 2005, making it almost 15 years old. Kids who grew up with it are now employees in...]]>
3875. </description>
3876. </item>
3877. <item>
3878. <title>4 Tips for Improving Ethics Training in the Workplace</title>
3879. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/4-tips-for-improving-ethics-training-in-the-workplace</link>
3880. <pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2019 18:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
3881. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/4-tips-for-improving-ethics-training-in-the-workplace</guid>
3882. <description>
3883. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The study of ethics is a field that existed long before the first corporation, assembly line, or training class. “Ethics” as a concept, dates back to ancient philosophers like Socrates and Plato, but –– as any business leaders can tell you –– ethics is a very modern concern for...]]>
3884. </description>
3885. </item>
3886. <item>
3887. <title>How to Promote Training Courses to Employees</title>
3888. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-promote-training-courses-to-employees</link>
3889. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2019 19:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
3890. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-promote-training-courses-to-employees</guid>
3891. <description>
3892. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Maybe your internal team has spent months getting certified, creating materials for leader-led courses, buying new software or licenses, booking venues, and scheduling the events. Or maybe you have a decision-making committee that has been evaluating external vendors, participating in trials, watching demos, testing technology, comparing videos, and finally...]]>
3893. </description>
3894. </item>
3895. <item>
3896. <title>The Ups and Downs of the Sales Roller Coaster</title>
3897. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-ups-and-downs-of-the-sales-roller-coaster</link>
3898. <pubDate>Thu, 22 Aug 2019 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3899. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-ups-and-downs-of-the-sales-roller-coaster</guid>
3900. <description>
3901. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;For the most part, I like roller coasters. Everything from the tension-building climb at the very beginning of the ride, to the feeling of weightlessness as you hit the top of a hill, or the heavy feeling as you hit the bottom of that same hill, to the relief...]]>
3902. </description>
3903. </item>
3904. <item>
3905. <title>The Facts About Obtaining an OSHA Card</title>
3906. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-facts-about-obtaining-an-osha-card</link>
3907. <pubDate>Thu, 22 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3908. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-facts-about-obtaining-an-osha-card</guid>
3909. <description>
3910. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Many job creators ask their workers to obtain an &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/osha-10-30&quot;&gt;OSHA card&lt;/a&gt;. This often refers to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; title=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Occupational Safety and Health Administration&#039;s&lt;/a&gt; (OSHA) &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/dte/outreach/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; title=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/dte/outreach/&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Outreach Training Program&#039;s&lt;/a&gt; 10-hour and 30-hour safety courses. Unfortunately, there has been an increase in fraudulent...]]>
3911. </description>
3912. </item>
3913. <item>
3914. <title>How Do I Become an Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer?</title>
3915. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-do-i-become-an-authorized-osha-outreach-trainer</link>
3916. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3917. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-do-i-become-an-authorized-osha-outreach-trainer</guid>
3918. <description>
3919. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We had a customer ask if our OSHA 30 Hour Courses can be used as part of the requirements to become an Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer. The short answer is No. Longer answer below.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;OSHA authorizes trainers to conduct occupational safety and health training through the OSHA Outreach Training...]]>
3920. </description>
3921. </item>
3922. <item>
3923. <title>NSC 2018: “People were making bets on how long I could make it.”</title>
3924. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/nsc-2018-people-were-making-bets-on-how-long-i-could-make-it</link>
3925. <pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3926. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/nsc-2018-people-were-making-bets-on-how-long-i-could-make-it</guid>
3927. <description>
3928. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Our host Jill James sits down with the Safety Training Ninja, Regina McMichael from the Learning Factory, live from the floor of the NSC Expo.&lt;/p&gt;
3929. ]]>
3930. </description>
3931. </item>
3932. <item>
3933. <title>NSC 2018: “I think this would be a great way for us to fund steel toe boots.”</title>
3934. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/nsc-2018-i-think-this-would-be-a-great-way-for-us-to-fund-steel-toe-boots</link>
3935. <pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3936. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/nsc-2018-i-think-this-would-be-a-great-way-for-us-to-fund-steel-toe-boots</guid>
3937. <description>
3938. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Russell, a electrical safety pro from Texas, joins us live on the floor of the NSC to talk with our Chief Safety Officer and host Jill James.&lt;/p&gt;
3939. ]]>
3940. </description>
3941. </item>
3942. <item>
3943. <title>NSC 2018: “Eliminating preventable deaths in our lifetime.” with NSC President Debbie Hersman</title>
3944. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/nsc-2018-eliminating-preventable-deaths-in-our-lifetime-with-nsc-president-debbie-hersman</link>
3945. <pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3946. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/nsc-2018-eliminating-preventable-deaths-in-our-lifetime-with-nsc-president-debbie-hersman</guid>
3947. <description>
3948. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Series host Jill James sits down with the President and CEO of the National Safety Council, Debbie Hersman. Together they discuss safety legislation, being a “worst case scenario mom”, and the new mission of the NSC - eliminating preventable deaths in our lifetime.&lt;/p&gt;
3949. ]]>
3950. </description>
3951. </item>
3952. <item>
3953. <title>NSC 2018: “A recovering liberal arts student.” with John Dony</title>
3954. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/nsc-2018-a-recovering-liberal-arts-student-with-john-dony</link>
3955. <pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3956. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/nsc-2018-a-recovering-liberal-arts-student-with-john-dony</guid>
3957. <description>
3958. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;​This episode features John Dony, Director of the Campbell Institute and Director of EH&amp;amp;S at the National Safety Council. He sits down to talk with host and Vivid’s Chief Safety Officer Jill James, live on the Expo floor of the NSC Congress, about the work and research taking place...]]>
3959. </description>
3960. </item>
3961. <item>
3962. <title>NSC 2018: “I always tell people it’s a sales job. You’re really essentially a salesman.”</title>
3963. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/nsc-2018-i-always-tell-people-its-a-sales-job-youre-really-essentially-a-salesman</link>
3964. <pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
3965. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/nsc-2018-i-always-tell-people-its-a-sales-job-youre-really-essentially-a-salesman</guid>
3966. <description>
3967. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jill James, Chief Safety Officer and show host, talks with Justin, a VP of Safety, with an oil and gas company in Texas–live from the Expo floor of the NSC Congress.&lt;/p&gt;
3968. ]]>
3969. </description>
3970. </item>
3971. <item>
3972. <title>Office Etiquette Training Can Be Fun</title>
3973. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/office-etiquette-training-can-be-fun</link>
3974. <pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2019 18:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
3975. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/office-etiquette-training-can-be-fun</guid>
3976. <description>
3977. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Office etiquette training covers many concepts that should be common sense. It’s not always that simple. When we encounter situations that are awkward or uncomfortable, we freeze and don’t know how to handle them. Or we look away, cringe, or choose to gossip and joke about the occurrence.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt...]]>
3978. </description>
3979. </item>
3980. <item>
3981. <title>A Guide to Creating an Employee Training and Development Program</title>
3982. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/a-guide-to-creating-an-employee-training-and-development-program</link>
3983. <pubDate>Thu, 08 Aug 2019 19:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
3984. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/a-guide-to-creating-an-employee-training-and-development-program</guid>
3985. <description>
3986. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Creating an employee training and development program from scratch is a challenge. Do it right, and you’ll give your organization a foundation for success for years to come. Do it haphazardly, and you’ll find yourself working and reworking the program, eating up valuable time.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This is your...]]>
3987. </description>
3988. </item>
3989. <item>
3990. <title>7 Ways to Revitalize Your Employee Training Program</title>
3991. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/7-ways-to-revitalize-your-employee-training-program</link>
3992. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2019 19:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
3993. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/7-ways-to-revitalize-your-employee-training-program</guid>
3994. <description>
3995. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;There’s nothing like a fresh coat of paint to make a room “pop.” A new vibrant color can make a space feel alive, turn a dreary office into a center for creativity, transform a house into a home. In the same way, businesses should consider new ideas to revitalize...]]>
3996. </description>
3997. </item>
3998. <item>
3999. <title>Q &amp; A: Do You Need a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for That?</title>
4000. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-do-you-need-a-safety-data-sheet-sds-for-that</link>
4001. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4002. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-do-you-need-a-safety-data-sheet-sds-for-that</guid>
4003. <description>
4004. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Question&lt;/em&gt;: Do chain retailers, such as grocers or automotive stores, need to have SDS’s for merchandise that they sell? And more specifically, does the retailer need to make them available to their employees—those employees who are stocking shelves or otherwise have exposure?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Answer:&lt;/em&gt; Yes. If those products on the...]]>
4005. </description>
4006. </item>
4007. <item>
4008. <title>How Off-the-Shelf Training Content Can Support Your Employee Onboarding</title>
4009. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-off-the-shelf-training-content-can-support-your-employee-onboarding</link>
4010. <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jul 2019 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4011. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-off-the-shelf-training-content-can-support-your-employee-onboarding</guid>
4012. <description>
4013. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When onboarding new employees, there is a lot of “showing them the ropes.” They need to learn about your organization’s particular culture, values, and ways of doing things. If you think this means that &lt;strong&gt;all&lt;/strong&gt; your onboarding requires custom content, however, and that you can’t use off-the-shelf content...you’ll drive...]]>
4014. </description>
4015. </item>
4016. <item>
4017. <title>What Kind of Learning Culture Does Your Company Have?</title>
4018. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-kind-of-learning-culture-does-your-company-have</link>
4019. <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2019 19:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
4020. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-kind-of-learning-culture-does-your-company-have</guid>
4021. <description>
4022. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;How would your organization change its training procedures and technology spend if it was discovered that there was a poor fit between those things and your company learning culture?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;My guess is that they would change a lot. There are &lt;em&gt;at least&lt;/em&gt; four different kinds of learning...]]>
4023. </description>
4024. </item>
4025. <item>
4026. <title>Results Are In! State of Safety Poll</title>
4027. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/results-are-in-state-of-safety-poll</link>
4028. <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4029. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/results-are-in-state-of-safety-poll</guid>
4030. <description>
4031. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The results are in for the &lt;em&gt;State of Safety&lt;/em&gt; poll.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What have we learned? There is a lot of work to do, or, at least, major room for improvement in certain areas.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Key insights about safety attitudes...&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Businesses care about people. &lt;/strong&gt;41% of respondents said “No”. Let’s take a...]]>
4032. </description>
4033. </item>
4034. <item>
4035. <title>Top 10 Reasons You Need to Revamp Your Employee Training Program</title>
4036. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/top-10-reasons-you-need-to-revamp-your-employee-training-program</link>
4037. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jul 2019 19:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
4038. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/top-10-reasons-you-need-to-revamp-your-employee-training-program</guid>
4039. <description>
4040. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When things change and evolve in your company, you&#039;ll notice the little details telling you that your training program is in need of updates as well. Revamp as a verb means &quot;give new and improved form, structure, or appearance to.&quot; So, it doesn&#039;t necessarily mean a total gut rehab...]]>
4041. </description>
4042. </item>
4043. <item>
4044. <title>Math for Safety Professionals</title>
4045. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/math-for-safety-professionals</link>
4046. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4047. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/math-for-safety-professionals</guid>
4048. <description>
4049. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;OSHA Recordable Incident Rate&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The OSHA Recordable Incident Rate (or Incident Rate) is calculated by multiplying the number of recordable cases by 200,000, and then dividing that number by the number of labor hours at the company.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;table border=&quot;0&quot; cellpadding=&quot;0&quot; style=&quot;width:100%;&quot;&gt;&lt;tbody&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td style=&quot;width:20px;&quot;&gt;&lt;p align=&quot;center&quot;&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;/td&gt; &lt;td style=&quot;width:125px;&quot;&gt;&lt;p align=&quot;center&quot;&gt;IR&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/td&gt...]]>
4050. </description>
4051. </item>
4052. <item>
4053. <title>FAQs About California’s Updated Sexual Harassment Law</title>
4054. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/faqs-about-californias-updated-sexual-harassment-law</link>
4055. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4056. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/faqs-about-californias-updated-sexual-harassment-law</guid>
4057. <description>
4058. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;NEW UPDATE: The training deadline for the new California Sexual Harassment requirements has been extended to January 1, 2021. The previous deadline was January 1, 2020.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What is this law?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In October 2018, California Governor Jerry Brown signed new legislation causing significant changes to existing mandatory requirements surrounding sexual...]]>
4059. </description>
4060. </item>
4061. <item>
4062. <title>10 Ways To Use Safety Data Sheets</title>
4063. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/10-ways-to-use-safety-data-sheets</link>
4064. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4065. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/10-ways-to-use-safety-data-sheets</guid>
4066. <description>
4067. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As a safety professional, Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) have always been a close, professional friend. They are scientific, clear, help you make decisions, and provide vital contextual clarity in emergency situations. I’ve also found them useful for explaining my work to non-safety professionals.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Two stories come to mind for...]]>
4068. </description>
4069. </item>
4070. <item>
4071. <title>Safety Training Tips for Home and Work</title>
4072. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-training-tips-for-home-and-work</link>
4073. <pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2019 21:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
4074. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-training-tips-for-home-and-work</guid>
4075. <description>
4076. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;One of the things I love about what I do is knowing that the training HSI provides not only helps our clients be more successful, but it also helps employees in their personal lives. In the case of safety awareness month, much of our safety training could be shared...]]>
4077. </description>
4078. </item>
4079. <item>
4080. <title>4 Quick Tips to Uncover Your Customer&#039;s Needs</title>
4081. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/4-quick-tips-to-uncover-your-customers-needs</link>
4082. <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jun 2019 19:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
4083. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/4-quick-tips-to-uncover-your-customers-needs</guid>
4084. <description>
4085. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Sales opportunities don&#039;t just spring up out of thin air. You have to uncover them during discovery. Sometimes you need to help the client uncover them. Either way, if you aren&#039;t prepared to ask the right questions, and if you don’t have the correct focus when asking those questions...]]>
4086. </description>
4087. </item>
4088. <item>
4089. <title>Live Online Learning Now Available from 24-7 EMS</title>
4090. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/live-online-learning-now-available-from-24-7-ems</link>
4091. <pubDate>Tue, 11 Jun 2019 16:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
4092. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/live-online-learning-now-available-from-24-7-ems</guid>
4093. <description>
4094. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Regular visitors to our 24-7 website may have noticed a new look to the site. We’ve refreshed the website to make it easier to find the information you need. Best of all, we now offer a Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) option for busy first responders. Now, with a 24-...]]>
4095. </description>
4096. </item>
4097. <item>
4098. <title>EHS on Tap: E45 Certifications to Soft Skills: Professional Development for 21st-Century EHS Careers</title>
4099. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/ehs-on-tap-e45-certifications-to-soft-skills-professional-development-for-21st-century-ehs-careers</link>
4100. <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4101. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/ehs-on-tap-e45-certifications-to-soft-skills-professional-development-for-21st-century-ehs-careers</guid>
4102. <description>
4103. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Justin Scace:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hello everyone, and welcome to &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/ehs-environmental-health-and-safety&quot;&gt;EHS&lt;/a&gt; on Tap. I&#039;m your host Justin Scace, Senior Editor of the EHS Daily Advisor and Safety Decisions Magazine. Now, professional development is essential to advancing a career in any occupation, and of course, the environment, health, and safety field is...]]>
4104. </description>
4105. </item>
4106. <item>
4107. <title>ATD 2019 Keynote Recap: People Want to be Seen and Heard</title>
4108. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/atd-2019-keynote-recap-people-want-to-be-seen-and-heard</link>
4109. <pubDate>Thu, 30 May 2019 15:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
4110. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/atd-2019-keynote-recap-people-want-to-be-seen-and-heard</guid>
4111. <description>
4112. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;ATD 2019 in Washington D.C. featured two keynote speakers whose messages overlapped very nicely for the talent development audience. Seth Godin talked about how people want to be seen. Oprah explained how people want to be heard.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In full disclosure, you should know that I am a...]]>
4113. </description>
4114. </item>
4115. <item>
4116. <title>Easy Ways to Say Thanks to Employees</title>
4117. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/easy-ways-to-say-thanks-to-employees</link>
4118. <pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2019 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4119. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/easy-ways-to-say-thanks-to-employees</guid>
4120. <description>
4121. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Some old school cynics may argue that you get paid to do your job. Salary, benefits, etc. 9-5 get your work done. No “thanks” necessary. I believe in showing employees appreciation and saying thank you. From a civility and common courtesy perspective and for motivation to do their best.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
4122. </description>
4123. </item>
4124. <item>
4125. <title>Vote! State of Safety Poll</title>
4126. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/vote-state-of-safety-poll</link>
4127. <pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4128. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/vote-state-of-safety-poll</guid>
4129. <description>
4130. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Update&lt;/strong&gt;: View the results!&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We want you! Answer a dozen simple questions essential to occupational health and safety.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The goal is simple: create a public record measuring progress of key safety ideas influencing our wellbeing at work.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Perception is reality, yet assumptions can be dangerous. This quick survey asks...]]>
4131. </description>
4132. </item>
4133. <item>
4134. <title>3 Questions After the Greatest Safety Speech Ever Given</title>
4135. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/3-questions-after-the-greatest-safety-speech-ever-given</link>
4136. <pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4137. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/3-questions-after-the-greatest-safety-speech-ever-given</guid>
4138. <description>
4139. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Paul O’Neill, former CEO of Alcoa, remains somewhat of an icon to the profession of occupational safety and health leaders, many years after his retirement. This is because O’Neill—in so many ways—pioneered safety leadership at the executive level starting in 1987, with his introductory speech to shareholders. O’Neill’s remarks...]]>
4140. </description>
4141. </item>
4142. <item>
4143. <title>New Safety Infographic! Free Download</title>
4144. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/new-safety-infographic-free-download</link>
4145. <pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4146. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/new-safety-infographic-free-download</guid>
4147. <description>
4148. <![CDATA[ &lt;h2&gt;Workplace Safety: Protect Your Workers&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;13 WORKERS DIE EVERYDAY from traumatic injuries in the USA.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;OVER $95 BILLION EVERY YEAR is spent by employers on workers’ compensation insurance.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;3.5 OUT OF EVERY 100 FULL-TIME WORKERS will be injured at work.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;4 MILLION WORKERS SUFFER a nonfatal injury or illness each year.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;99 WORKING...]]>
4149. </description>
4150. </item>
4151. <item>
4152. <title>Welcome Aboard: Benefits of Using Video for Employee Onboarding</title>
4153. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/welcome-aboard-benefits-of-using-video-for-employee-onboarding</link>
4154. <pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2019 03:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
4155. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/welcome-aboard-benefits-of-using-video-for-employee-onboarding</guid>
4156. <description>
4157. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With the labor shortage and skills gap, it is already difficult to hire or promote qualified candidates. You don’t want to blow it with poor onboarding. According to an &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/hr-topics/talent-acquisition/pages/dont-underestimate-the-importance-of-effective-onboarding.aspx&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;article from SHRM&lt;/a&gt;, new employees who went through a structured onboarding program were 58 percent more...]]>
4158. </description>
4159. </item>
4160. <item>
4161. <title>How Sales Reps Can Overcome &#039;Fear of Change&#039; Objections</title>
4162. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-sales-reps-can-overcome-fear-of-change-objections</link>
4163. <pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2019 19:03:00 -0700</pubDate>
4164. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-sales-reps-can-overcome-fear-of-change-objections</guid>
4165. <description>
4166. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Why is your prospect hesitating to change?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;They don’t trust you. They have other sellers ahead of you. They struggle with the price. They don’t have time to haggle or move forward. And one of the hardest to nail down, they are heavily resistant to change.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Let’s...]]>
4167. </description>
4168. </item>
4169. <item>
4170. <title>How Do You Train Critical Observation?</title>
4171. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-do-you-train-critical-observation</link>
4172. <pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2019 20:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
4173. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-do-you-train-critical-observation</guid>
4174. <description>
4175. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Have you ever known someone who just “knew” what people needed? Or who could easily ask questions to get at the heart of some issue or challenge? Or who could just look at something and predict that there would be a problem? All of these abilities stem from a...]]>
4176. </description>
4177. </item>
4178. <item>
4179. <title>OSHA’s Required Training Frequencies</title>
4180. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/oshas-required-training-frequencies</link>
4181. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4182. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/oshas-required-training-frequencies</guid>
4183. <description>
4184. <![CDATA[ &lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;OSHA Required Training for Most Workplaces&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;EMERGENCY RESPONSE&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;OSHA REQUIRED: YES&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;OSHA REGULATION: 1917; 1910.35 – 1019.38; 1926.159&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This is training all employers must be conducting. Employers have a responsibility to provide workforce training on appropriate response to certain types of emergencies that could affect working environments, including actions...]]>
4185. </description>
4186. </item>
4187. <item>
4188. <title>How To Do More Safety Training in Less Time</title>
4189. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-do-more-safety-training-in-less-time</link>
4190. <pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4191. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-do-more-safety-training-in-less-time</guid>
4192. <description>
4193. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Yes, you can do this—save time and increase the frequency of valuable safety experiences. It is a real thing. It is possible. In fact, this is true for most of the organizations we work with.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;First, you have to make a small leap forward in your approach to workforce...]]>
4194. </description>
4195. </item>
4196. <item>
4197. <title>Quality Training: A Solution for Labor Shortages and Skills Gaps</title>
4198. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/quality-training-a-solution-for-labor-shortages-and-skills-gaps</link>
4199. <pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2019 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4200. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/quality-training-a-solution-for-labor-shortages-and-skills-gaps</guid>
4201. <description>
4202. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With unemployment rates at a historic low, the U.S. is in the midst of a labor shortage: There are about 7 million job openings in the U.S. right now, with only 6.2-6.3 million people looking for work. This is making the growing skills gap even worse.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We...]]>
4203. </description>
4204. </item>
4205. <item>
4206. <title>Meet the Evolution of Safety: Pillar</title>
4207. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/meet-the-evolution-of-safety-pillar</link>
4208. <pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4209. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/meet-the-evolution-of-safety-pillar</guid>
4210. <description>
4211. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Safety is broken. Everyone knows this.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Old-school safety isn&#039;t getting it done, yet safety remains undervalued for far too many organizations.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This failure to invest in the workforce has a chilling effect on culture.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Every company needs a smarter, more effective way to manage safety and compliance that makes...]]>
4212. </description>
4213. </item>
4214. <item>
4215. <title>Communication is at the Heart of Soft Skills Training</title>
4216. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/communication-is-at-the-heart-of-soft-skills-training</link>
4217. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2019 18:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
4218. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/communication-is-at-the-heart-of-soft-skills-training</guid>
4219. <description>
4220. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Look around. Especially in a restaurant or airport. People are eating and traveling together but they are not really together. Everyone is staring at their phone. Perpetually scrolling through Facebook and Instagram, playing Candy Crush or Words With Friends and not being present with their people. Have you ever...]]>
4221. </description>
4222. </item>
4223. <item>
4224. <title>The Story of Pillar – On Safety FM</title>
4225. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-story-of-pillar-on-safety-fm</link>
4226. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Apr 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4227. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-story-of-pillar-on-safety-fm</guid>
4228. <description>
4229. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Old school safety isn’t getting it done anymore. HSI’s Director of Marketing Barrett Pryce joined Safety Talks with Steve Sisson, to talk about changing the way safety professionals work with &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/admin/entries/blogEntries/%7Bpage_2035%7D&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Pillar&lt;/a&gt;, a new, transformative safety platform.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Steve Sission:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Well, everyone, welcome to Safety Talks. My...]]>
4230. </description>
4231. </item>
4232. <item>
4233. <title>Improve Employee Social Awareness Through Workplace Empathy</title>
4234. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/improve-employee-social-awareness-through-workplace-empathy</link>
4235. <pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2019 21:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
4236. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/improve-employee-social-awareness-through-workplace-empathy</guid>
4237. <description>
4238. <![CDATA[ &lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;People appreciate when you show care and concern&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;Empathy is defined as “the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.” It’s a skill that can be and should be trained in the workplace. It’s critical for a leader to be effective, for employees to successfully work together...]]>
4239. </description>
4240. </item>
4241. <item>
4242. <title>Leading the Way to a Learning Culture</title>
4243. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/leading-the-way-to-a-learning-culture</link>
4244. <pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2019 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4245. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/leading-the-way-to-a-learning-culture</guid>
4246. <description>
4247. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Culture happens&lt;/em&gt;. I know, it sounds like a bad bumper sticker from the ’90s, but it’s true: Your organization has a culture. To be successful, that culture will need to be one where learning is valued. Growing and sustaining that kind of learning culture starts with leadership.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;So what...]]>
4248. </description>
4249. </item>
4250. <item>
4251. <title>Help! My Organization Wants to Nearly Eliminate Safety Training</title>
4252. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/help-my-organization-wants-to-nearly-eliminate-safety-training</link>
4253. <pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4254. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/help-my-organization-wants-to-nearly-eliminate-safety-training</guid>
4255. <description>
4256. <![CDATA[ &lt;h2&gt;Making the Connection&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;A lot of employers want to know if there is a specific, minimum amount of time that their organizations must spend on safety training. They want to do less, not more, and only what’s required by law. They fail to make the connection between having a...]]>
4257. </description>
4258. </item>
4259. <item>
4260. <title>7 Secrets for Setting and Communicating Priorities at Work</title>
4261. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/7-secrets-for-setting-and-communicating-priorities-at-work</link>
4262. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2019 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4263. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/7-secrets-for-setting-and-communicating-priorities-at-work</guid>
4264. <description>
4265. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Setting priorities at work isn’t just about choosing to do one thing over another; it’s about choosing to do important things first so that you can achieve your long-term goals. Once priorities are established, they help us to stay organized and on-task.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We are personally, most familiar...]]>
4266. </description>
4267. </item>
4268. <item>
4269. <title>How to Motivate Employees: Leadership vs. Impedership</title>
4270. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-motivate-employees-leadership-vs-impedership</link>
4271. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2019 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4272. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-motivate-employees-leadership-vs-impedership</guid>
4273. <description>
4274. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Ever wonder how to motivate employees so they are more engaged with their work, and better at it? Of course - what manager or leader hasn&#039;t? Unfortunately, many attempts to get the best out of our employees backfire. Instead of showing &lt;em&gt;leadership&lt;/em&gt;, we exemplify the opposite: &lt;strong&gt;impedership&lt;/strong&gt;. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt...]]>
4275. </description>
4276. </item>
4277. <item>
4278. <title>Ghosting: We Don’t Do This</title>
4279. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/ghosting-we-dont-do-this</link>
4280. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4281. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/ghosting-we-dont-do-this</guid>
4282. <description>
4283. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;By Rachael Hammer, Senior Account Executive and Todd Courtney, Senior Account Executive, at HSI Learning Systems.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What is communication worth? What does miscommunication cause? Mistrust? The end of a relationship? The start of a war? Ok, what about NO communication?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A &quot;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/you-your-company-professionally-ghosting-need-stop-robert-glazer/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Friday Forward&lt;/a&gt;&quot; by &lt;a...]]>
4284. </description>
4285. </item>
4286. <item>
4287. <title>Evaluating Your Corporate Training Strategy</title>
4288. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/evaluating-your-corporate-training-strategy</link>
4289. <pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2019 18:49:00 -0800</pubDate>
4290. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/evaluating-your-corporate-training-strategy</guid>
4291. <description>
4292. <![CDATA[ &lt;h3&gt;Question: Is your organization proactive when it comes to a corporate learning strategy?&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Let me share this story: We once had a client come to us with an immediate and urgent need for a specific safety training video topic. You can guess why they needed it: An...]]>
4293. </description>
4294. </item>
4295. <item>
4296. <title>Are You a Training Department of One?</title>
4297. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/are-you-a-training-department-of-one</link>
4298. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2019 20:46:00 -0800</pubDate>
4299. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/are-you-a-training-department-of-one</guid>
4300. <description>
4301. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Or two, three, or four? How can you possibly create 100% of the training you need for all of your employees? Whether you have 30 employees or 300, one person can’t do it all. You can check the box and handle the training to keep your company from being...]]>
4302. </description>
4303. </item>
4304. <item>
4305. <title>Online Safety Training: What Customers Say They Want, But Don’t Have (and where to find it)</title>
4306. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/online-safety-training-what-customers-say-they-want-but-dont-have-and-where-to-find-it</link>
4307. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4308. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/online-safety-training-what-customers-say-they-want-but-dont-have-and-where-to-find-it</guid>
4309. <description>
4310. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;One recent survey of customer’s across the online training industry revealed a wish list of specific training desires, course titles unavailable to survey respondents.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Let’s see how HSI Learning Systems stacks up:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;2018 Silica compliance requirements&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;2018 LOTO changes/updates&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;2018 NFPA 70E requirements&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Active Shooter Response&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Back Safety&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bloodborne...]]>
4311. </description>
4312. </item>
4313. <item>
4314. <title>30 Reasons to Leave Your Safety Training Vendor</title>
4315. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/30-reasons-to-leave-your-safety-training-vendor</link>
4316. <pubDate>Mon, 18 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4317. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/30-reasons-to-leave-your-safety-training-vendor</guid>
4318. <description>
4319. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;At some point in the career of a safety professional, the question may arise, “How can I leave my current training provider? We’re just not getting what we need”.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A recent blind, anonymous survey revealed that 1/3 of online safety training customers are looking to change their experience.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We...]]>
4320. </description>
4321. </item>
4322. <item>
4323. <title>The Definition of Sales Insanity</title>
4324. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-definition-of-sales-insanity</link>
4325. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Feb 2019 21:07:00 -0800</pubDate>
4326. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-definition-of-sales-insanity</guid>
4327. <description>
4328. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Albert Einstein is credited with saying, “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again but expecting different results.” &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Did you meet your sales goals?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;Is it the beginning of your new fiscal year? If you are like most salespeople, you are reflecting...]]>
4329. </description>
4330. </item>
4331. <item>
4332. <title>Safety Training: By the Numbers</title>
4333. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-training-by-the-numbers</link>
4334. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4335. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-training-by-the-numbers</guid>
4336. <description>
4337. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Here’s a fun exercise for any safety leader prompted by data from the world of occupational safety and health. Use these facts, stats, and questions to start conversations in your organization.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;$1 Billion per week is how much US employers pay for workers comp&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;Do you know if your...]]>
4338. </description>
4339. </item>
4340. <item>
4341. <title>So, What is eLearning?</title>
4342. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/so-what-is-elearning</link>
4343. <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2019 18:41:00 -0800</pubDate>
4344. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/so-what-is-elearning</guid>
4345. <description>
4346. <![CDATA[ &lt;h3&gt;Don’t Let Different Meanings Confuse You&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;I get to talk not only to many industry experts but also to clients and prospects as well. So do my sales and marketing teams. One thing we’ve discovered: &lt;strong&gt;People use the term “eLearning” differently.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Even though the eLearning industry has...]]>
4347. </description>
4348. </item>
4349. <item>
4350. <title>Being Prepared: Flooding Can Happen in a Flash</title>
4351. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/being-prepared-flooding-can-happen-in-a-flash</link>
4352. <pubDate>Mon, 04 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4353. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/being-prepared-flooding-can-happen-in-a-flash</guid>
4354. <description>
4355. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Flooding threatens regions in the United States from coast to coast – nearly every day. And when a disaster like this strikes, panic and confusion often follow close behind. The key is to be prepared; knowing what to do before a flood will increase your chance of survival.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In...]]>
4356. </description>
4357. </item>
4358. <item>
4359. <title>WonderMin</title>
4360. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/wondermin</link>
4361. <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4362. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/wondermin</guid>
4363. <description>
4364. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;This post is inspired by a real-life Wonder Woman who found herself in an abusive relationship. In fact, she was almost killed by the hands of her then husband. How does this relate to occupational safety and health? It comes down to a single moment of realization.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Have you...]]>
4365. </description>
4366. </item>
4367. <item>
4368. <title>Understanding Experience Modifiers</title>
4369. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-experience-modifiers</link>
4370. <pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4371. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-experience-modifiers</guid>
4372. <description>
4373. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The most important factor in determining premiums for each employer is the ‘experience modifier’ (EM). Experience modifiers only apply to those employers fully insured for workers comp; self- insured businesses do not have experience modifiers.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Here’s the thing: if your small business is ‘super small’, with one or two...]]>
4374. </description>
4375. </item>
4376. <item>
4377. <title>How Can Workplace Wellness Be Improved?</title>
4378. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-can-workplace-wellness-be-improved</link>
4379. <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 2019 18:15:00 -0800</pubDate>
4380. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-can-workplace-wellness-be-improved</guid>
4381. <description>
4382. <![CDATA[ &lt;h3&gt;Start With Healthy Balance&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;There’s a lot of research showing that healthier employees are a benefit to organizations. They are more productive, less likely to miss work or be involved in accidents, less likely to file workers’ comp claims, and more likely to stay with the company. Beyond productivity...]]>
4383. </description>
4384. </item>
4385. <item>
4386. <title>Workers’ Comp Math Made Easy</title>
4387. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/workers-comp-math-made-easy</link>
4388. <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4389. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/workers-comp-math-made-easy</guid>
4390. <description>
4391. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;How do you measure the effectiveness of your workers’ comp program?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;The Loss Run&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A loss run is a basic report that examines your total workers’ comp claim history, typically provided by your insurance provider. For smart small business owners concerned with controlling workers’ comp expenses, a loss run...]]>
4392. </description>
4393. </item>
4394. <item>
4395. <title>How To Be The Perfect Safety Professional (5 Easy Steps)</title>
4396. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-be-the-perfect-safety-professional-5-easy-steps</link>
4397. <pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4398. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-be-the-perfect-safety-professional-5-easy-steps</guid>
4399. <description>
4400. <![CDATA[ &lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;ROI: Have Return-On-Investment (ROI) data proving safety is a profit center, not a cost center.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure all possible job tasks have a current Job-Hazard Analysis (JHA) and all employees trained to perform work free of hazards.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Research, author, and keep current, all written safety programs, policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), inspection...]]>
4401. </description>
4402. </item>
4403. <item>
4404. <title>What is Adult Learning Theory and Why Is It Important?</title>
4405. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-adult-learning-theory-and-why-is-it-important</link>
4406. <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 2019 16:49:00 -0800</pubDate>
4407. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-adult-learning-theory-and-why-is-it-important</guid>
4408. <description>
4409. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We often take for granted that people know how to learn. After all, we all had to learn while in school, right? But that can be a dangerous attitude to take when it comes to corporate training initiatives. School curricula are built on theories about how children and teenagers...]]>
4410. </description>
4411. </item>
4412. <item>
4413. <title>Art &amp; Science of Mindfulness</title>
4414. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/art-science-of-mindfulness</link>
4415. <pubDate>Mon, 07 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4416. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/art-science-of-mindfulness</guid>
4417. <description>
4418. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;By Linda F. Martin, CSP, PG, CHMM, SMS, CIH and Jan K. Wachter, D.Sc., CSP, CIH, CQE, CRE&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This article first appeared in the August, 2018 edition of &lt;em&gt;Professional Safety: Journal of the American Society of Safety Professionals. &lt;/em&gt;Republished here with permission from the author. Find more here: &lt;a...]]>
4419. </description>
4420. </item>
4421. <item>
4422. <title>Death on the Job: 2017 Fatality Numbers Released</title>
4423. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/death-on-the-job-2017-fatality-numbers-released</link>
4424. <pubDate>Thu, 03 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4425. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/death-on-the-job-2017-fatality-numbers-released</guid>
4426. <description>
4427. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics recently released their National Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries for 2017. The total fatal work injuries recorded in the United States in 2017 was 5,147 which is down slightly from 5,190 in 2016. This shows that we are headed in the right direction...]]>
4428. </description>
4429. </item>
4430. <item>
4431. <title>7 Characteristics of Winning Team Dynamics</title>
4432. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/7-characteristics-of-winning-team-dynamics</link>
4433. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Dec 2018 19:36:00 -0800</pubDate>
4434. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/7-characteristics-of-winning-team-dynamics</guid>
4435. <description>
4436. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Have you ever wondered why some teams get everyone rowing in the same direction, while others just struggle or sink to the bottom?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;It all has to do with team dynamics. Team dynamics are the behavioral relationships between members of any given team. How a team interacts, communicates, and...]]>
4437. </description>
4438. </item>
4439. <item>
4440. <title>A Decade with OSHA’s Outreach Training Program</title>
4441. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/a-decade-with-oshas-outreach-training-program</link>
4442. <pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4443. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/a-decade-with-oshas-outreach-training-program</guid>
4444. <description>
4445. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Eight million, eight hundred forty-six thousand, three hundred and eighty-two (8,846,382)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;That is how many workers have been trained in the last ten years (2008-2018) through OSHA’s Outreach Training Program. This total is likely to increase by 1 million or more in 2019 based on the program’s growth during...]]>
4446. </description>
4447. </item>
4448. <item>
4449. <title>Safety Job Responsibilities</title>
4450. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-job-responsibilities</link>
4451. <pubDate>Thu, 13 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4452. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-job-responsibilities</guid>
4453. <description>
4454. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The 30,000-foot view of what is expected of an employer by way of workplace safety compliance.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Determine workplace hazards and exposures that could harm employees and by extension the environment and community. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Then:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Write programs/policies/SOP’s&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Train employees&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Correct/abate hazards (ongoing)&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Enforce safe behaviors &amp;amp; workplace practices&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Conduct mandatory...]]>
4455. </description>
4456. </item>
4457. <item>
4458. <title>2019 OSHA Outlook</title>
4459. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/2019-osha-outlook</link>
4460. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4461. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/2019-osha-outlook</guid>
4462. <description>
4463. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;1. OSHA Leader?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The start of 2019 for OSHA looks like it could start without a confirmed leader. Currently Loren Sweatt, who is the Deputy Assistant Secretary, is the acting Assistant Secretary of Labor. The top position opened up after Dr. David Michaels stepped down in January 2017. President...]]>
4464. </description>
4465. </item>
4466. <item>
4467. <title>Culture in the Workplace</title>
4468. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/culture-in-the-workplace</link>
4469. <pubDate>Tue, 27 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4470. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/culture-in-the-workplace</guid>
4471. <description>
4472. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Most everyone agrees that a high-performance culture leads to a high-performance business. But finding agreement on what culture really means and how to build it is usually where the agreement ends and the mystery begins. I’m surprised to find how few leaders really understand what culture is, or how...]]>
4473. </description>
4474. </item>
4475. <item>
4476. <title>Buyer’s Guide: Online Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Management</title>
4477. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/buyers-guide-online-safety-data-sheet-sds-management</link>
4478. <pubDate>Tue, 27 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4479. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/buyers-guide-online-safety-data-sheet-sds-management</guid>
4480. <description>
4481. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The market for safety data sheet (SDS) management is highly competitive. When it comes time to choose, you’ll likely have a tough decision. That’s because most organizations (1) don’t know what they need (2) don’t know what’s available and (3) don’t ask the right questions.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;That’s where we start—with...]]>
4482. </description>
4483. </item>
4484. <item>
4485. <title>What’s Your Chemical Inventory Score?</title>
4486. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/whats-your-chemical-inventory-score</link>
4487. <pubDate>Thu, 15 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4488. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/whats-your-chemical-inventory-score</guid>
4489. <description>
4490. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Chemical inventories are the backbone of a good safety data sheet (SDS) management program. Without an accurate chemical inventory, you potentially may face multiple downstream issues in your environmental, health and safety initiatives. You expose yourself to hazard communication violations by not having an SDS for every hazardous material...]]>
4491. </description>
4492. </item>
4493. <item>
4494. <title>New Improved OSHA 10 &amp; 30 Outreach Cards Coming Soon</title>
4495. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/new-improved-osha-10-30-outreach-cards-coming-soon</link>
4496. <pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4497. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/new-improved-osha-10-30-outreach-cards-coming-soon</guid>
4498. <description>
4499. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Back in 2016, the Department of Labor’s (DOL) Occupational Safety &amp;amp; Health Administration (OSHA) upgraded official Outreach Training Program course completion cards, for the 10 &amp;amp; 30-Hour courses delivered by live instruction, exclusively.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Today, through our partnership with OSHA, the Health &amp;amp; Safety Institute’s Summit Training Source is pleased...]]>
4500. </description>
4501. </item>
4502. <item>
4503. <title>What is a Learning Consultant?</title>
4504. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-a-learning-consultant</link>
4505. <pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2018 19:38:00 -0800</pubDate>
4506. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-a-learning-consultant</guid>
4507. <description>
4508. <![CDATA[ &lt;h5&gt;(Note: Since this blog was posted, HSI has changed the title of our &quot;Learning Consultants&quot; to &quot;Customer Success Managers&quot;. This does not change their function.)&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/h5&gt; &lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;And How Are They the Key to Corporate Learning?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;Sometimes I am amazed at (and proud of!) the loyalty our clients show us...]]>
4509. </description>
4510. </item>
4511. <item>
4512. <title>That’s Not a Respirator</title>
4513. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/thats-not-a-respirator</link>
4514. <pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4515. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/thats-not-a-respirator</guid>
4516. <description>
4517. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Hello-I’m Jill, Chief Safety Officer with HSI Learning Systems.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Sometimes, actually most of the time, a Not-So-Great Moment in Safety History is a local history, one that only you, your company or your community may know and yet, it was clearly not a great moment.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;One such moment for...]]>
4518. </description>
4519. </item>
4520. <item>
4521. <title>Can Safety Data Sheets be Housed Electronically?</title>
4522. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/can-safety-data-sheets-be-housed-electronically</link>
4523. <pubDate>Mon, 05 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
4524. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/can-safety-data-sheets-be-housed-electronically</guid>
4525. <description>
4526. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Hello-I’m Jill, Chief Safety Officer with HSI Learning Systems. Employers often ask whether or not Safety Data Sheets or SDS’s can be housed on an electronic or online system for employee use.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The answer is yes if they are accessible to employees. What does accessible mean? It means no...]]>
4527. </description>
4528. </item>
4529. <item>
4530. <title>Safety Data Sheets for Commercial Products</title>
4531. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-data-sheets-for-commercial-products</link>
4532. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4533. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-data-sheets-for-commercial-products</guid>
4534. <description>
4535. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Hello-I’m Jill, Chief Safety Officer with HSI Learning Systems. Employers often ask if they need to have SDS’s or Safety Data Sheets for commercial products such as the one’s you and I may use at home such as Windex.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;OSHA’s Interpretation of the Hazard Communication law says that employers...]]>
4536. </description>
4537. </item>
4538. <item>
4539. <title>OSHA’s Top 10 Violations for 2018 – Learning from our Mistakes</title>
4540. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/oshas-top-10-violations-for-2018-learning-from-our-mistakes</link>
4541. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4542. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/oshas-top-10-violations-for-2018-learning-from-our-mistakes</guid>
4543. <description>
4544. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We need to learn from our mistakes in order to not repeat them, but we can’t learn from them if we are not aware of them. So please take some time to review this year’s preliminary Top 10 most frequently cited workplace violations and see which one’s apply to...]]>
4545. </description>
4546. </item>
4547. <item>
4548. <title>Hazard Communication Training</title>
4549. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hazard-communication-training</link>
4550. <pubDate>Mon, 29 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4551. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hazard-communication-training</guid>
4552. <description>
4553. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Hello-I’m Jill, Chief Safety Officer with HSI Learning Systems. Employers often ask exactly when employee have to receive Hazard Communication Training. The answer is before they have exposure to a hazardous substance.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;For example, let’s say you’ve just hired 5 new employees and you need them to start working...]]>
4554. </description>
4555. </item>
4556. <item>
4557. <title>Motor Vehicle Fatalities and the Need for Driver Safety</title>
4558. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/motor-vehicle-fatalities-and-the-need-for-driver-safety</link>
4559. <pubDate>Fri, 19 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4560. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/motor-vehicle-fatalities-and-the-need-for-driver-safety</guid>
4561. <description>
4562. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The National Safety Council has released preliminary figures on motor vehicle fatalities in the U.S. which indicate that 2017 was the second consecutive year that motor vehicle deaths topped 40,000.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.nsc.org/Connect/NSCNewsReleases/Lists/Posts/Post.aspx?ID=273&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;study&lt;/a&gt;:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“[M]otor vehicle deaths dipped slightly – 1% – in 2017, claiming...]]>
4563. </description>
4564. </item>
4565. <item>
4566. <title>I See You</title>
4567. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/i-see-you</link>
4568. <pubDate>Thu, 18 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4569. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/i-see-you</guid>
4570. <description>
4571. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I see you.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What does “I see you” mean to a safety professional, or to the workers we keep from harm?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“I see you.”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I see you not wearing your safety glasses, again.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I saw you take the machine guard off of that flywheel.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I see you haven’t completed...]]>
4572. </description>
4573. </item>
4574. <item>
4575. <title>Chemical Safety – Find Your Flow</title>
4576. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/chemical-safety-find-your-flow</link>
4577. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Oct 2018 10:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
4578. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/chemical-safety-find-your-flow</guid>
4579. <description>
4580. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The ingredients of a sound chemical safety program include an accurate chemical inventory, on-demand safety data sheets (SDS) and an efficient, yet robust chemical approval process. While there are many approaches to track chemical inventories and approvals, there are some best practices to achieve chemical compliance and ease the...]]>
4581. </description>
4582. </item>
4583. <item>
4584. <title>Deadly Falls and Construction Work</title>
4585. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/deadly-falls-and-construction-work</link>
4586. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4587. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/deadly-falls-and-construction-work</guid>
4588. <description>
4589. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Most employees in the EHS realm know that falls are among the most serious of workplace accidents. A new database shows just how deadly an on-the-job fall can be.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation (FACE) program of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has tracked...]]>
4590. </description>
4591. </item>
4592. <item>
4593. <title>Seize the Season of Safety</title>
4594. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/seize-the-season-of-safety</link>
4595. <pubDate>Thu, 04 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4596. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/seize-the-season-of-safety</guid>
4597. <description>
4598. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;My neighbor told me she and her dog have been watching a chipmunk-scurry from one neighbor’s bird feeder, across her yard, and into mine, where the chipmunk has taken-up residence in a tiny opening in my landscaping.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The chipmunk’s cheeks bulge with bird seed each trip across the yards.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
4599. </description>
4600. </item>
4601. <item>
4602. <title>Social Responsibility at HSI</title>
4603. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/social-responsibility-at-hsi</link>
4604. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2018 10:57:00 -0700</pubDate>
4605. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/social-responsibility-at-hsi</guid>
4606. <description>
4607. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Social responsibility is an important part of our focus at the Health &amp;amp; Safety Institute. Each year, we select non-profits near our corporate locations to lend support to financially, with volunteer hours and with donation drives. This allows us to build meaningful partnerships and directly address the most important...]]>
4608. </description>
4609. </item>
4610. <item>
4611. <title>A Day’s Work</title>
4612. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/a-days-work</link>
4613. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4614. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/a-days-work</guid>
4615. <description>
4616. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I’ll Do Anything.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I just need a job.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How many of us have said, &quot;I’ll do anything; I just need a job”? I know I have, especially when I was younger. I’ve driven flatbed trucks, worked in a warehouse: packing apples, cleaned apartments, driven forklifts, pretty much anything for...]]>
4617. </description>
4618. </item>
4619. <item>
4620. <title>Your Blueprint for Chemical Safety Training</title>
4621. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/your-blueprint-for-chemical-safety-training</link>
4622. <pubDate>Fri, 28 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4623. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/your-blueprint-for-chemical-safety-training</guid>
4624. <description>
4625. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Employee training is one of the 5 key pillars to OSHA’s Hazard Communication standard here in the United States. But what do you need to do? How often do you need to train? What training content should be provided? What’s the most effective means of training workers for both...]]>
4626. </description>
4627. </item>
4628. <item>
4629. <title>Workplace Violence: Prevent It From Happening In Your Facility</title>
4630. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/workplace-violence-prevent-it-from-happening-in-your-facility</link>
4631. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4632. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/workplace-violence-prevent-it-from-happening-in-your-facility</guid>
4633. <description>
4634. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Every year, &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/workplaceviolence/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; title=&quot;nearly 2 million workers&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;nearly 2 million workers&lt;/a&gt; throughout the United States have reported being a victim of non-fatal violence at the workplace, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;OSHA states that workplace violence is any act or threat of...]]>
4635. </description>
4636. </item>
4637. <item>
4638. <title>New OSHA Training Requirement in Nevada for Entertainment Industry</title>
4639. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/new-osha-training-requirement-in-nevada-for-entertainment-industry</link>
4640. <pubDate>Thu, 13 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4641. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/new-osha-training-requirement-in-nevada-for-entertainment-industry</guid>
4642. <description>
4643. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Nevada’s Assembly Bill 190 requires specific workers within the entertainment industry to complete OSHA 10- and 30-hour training, beginning January 1, 2018.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to Nevada’s &lt;a href=&quot;http://dir.nv.gov/OSHA/Home/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Department of Business and Industry&lt;/a&gt; website:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Starting January 1, 2018, the State of Nevada will require specific workers in the...]]>
4644. </description>
4645. </item>
4646. <item>
4647. <title>Guide to Environmental Health Safety (EHS) Acronyms</title>
4648. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/guide-to-environmental-health-safety-ehs-acronyms</link>
4649. <pubDate>Tue, 11 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4650. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/guide-to-environmental-health-safety-ehs-acronyms</guid>
4651. <description>
4652. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you’ve been in the occupational safety world for 10 years or 10 days, there’s little doubt you’ve run head first into acronyms that are unfamiliar. That’s because the language of regulatory bureaucracies like Occupational Safety &amp;amp; Health Administration (OSHA) is vast, a slow growing edifice of law generations...]]>
4653. </description>
4654. </item>
4655. <item>
4656. <title>OSHA 10 and 30 Hour Courses &amp; History</title>
4657. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-10-and-30-hour-courses-history</link>
4658. <pubDate>Mon, 10 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4659. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-10-and-30-hour-courses-history</guid>
4660. <description>
4661. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A lot of companies and job sites are now requiring workers to obtain their OSHA 10 or 30 Hour card. These cards represent that the worker has successfully taken the respective outreach course and has a basic understanding of workplace safety for that industry. Currently, OSHA offers cards for...]]>
4662. </description>
4663. </item>
4664. <item>
4665. <title>10 Tips to Improve Learning Engagement</title>
4666. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/10-tips-to-improve-learning-engagement</link>
4667. <pubDate>Thu, 06 Sep 2018 14:53:00 -0700</pubDate>
4668. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/10-tips-to-improve-learning-engagement</guid>
4669. <description>
4670. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When it comes to learning engagement—or lack of learning engagement—I am reminded of the words of Gary Vaynerchuk. “You&#039;re always one great piece of content away from having your life changed.&quot;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Unfortunately, many employees will be waiting a long time for the one great piece of life-changing content. For...]]>
4671. </description>
4672. </item>
4673. <item>
4674. <title>HSI Offers New Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Online Platform</title>
4675. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/vivid-offers-new-safety-data-sheet-sds-online-platform</link>
4676. <pubDate>Thu, 06 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4677. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/vivid-offers-new-safety-data-sheet-sds-online-platform</guid>
4678. <description>
4679. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;HSI Learning Systems has entered the online Safety Data Sheet (SDS) marketplace, with HSI SDS Online.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;HSI Learning Systems is an online safety training company recently acquired by the Health &amp;amp; Safety Institute (HSI). The acquisition enabled HSI to expand its product suite to include online SDS management. While...]]>
4680. </description>
4681. </item>
4682. <item>
4683. <title>Safety FM Podcast: Episode 28 - Jill James</title>
4684. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-fm-podcast-episode-28-jill-james</link>
4685. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4686. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-fm-podcast-episode-28-jill-james</guid>
4687. <description>
4688. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Our very own Jill James was a special guest recently on, the Safety FM Podcast, where they talk about safety that&#039;s truly inspired by you and don’t treat the word “safety” as a derogatory term.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Jay Allen:&lt;/strong&gt; Welcome to Safety FM where we talk about safety that&#039;s truly inspired...]]>
4689. </description>
4690. </item>
4691. <item>
4692. <title>September Is National Preparedness Month - Are You Prepared?</title>
4693. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/september-is-national-preparedness-month-are-you-prepared</link>
4694. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4695. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/september-is-national-preparedness-month-are-you-prepared</guid>
4696. <description>
4697. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;September is traditionally a time to prepare: getting the kids back to school or maybe getting our gardens and houses ready for the cool seasons ahead.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;So perhaps its no surprise that FEMA declares September as &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.nws.noaa.gov/com/weatherreadynation/prep.html#.VA3klChySxI&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;National Preparedness Month&lt;/a&gt;, which: “Aims to educate and empower...]]>
4698. </description>
4699. </item>
4700. <item>
4701. <title>Are Your Employees Engaged with Their Own Workplace Safety?</title>
4702. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/are-your-employees-engaged-with-their-own-workplace-safety</link>
4703. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4704. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/are-your-employees-engaged-with-their-own-workplace-safety</guid>
4705. <description>
4706. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Contributed by Chad Birckelbaw, CEO of Health &amp;amp; Safety Institute&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;EHS professionals spend a lot of time managing the complex web of compliance-regulated activities and various tracking and reporting requirements. These demands occasionally divert attention from one of their primary roles: to improve the safety and health of their...]]>
4707. </description>
4708. </item>
4709. <item>
4710. <title>Practical Nonverbal Communication Tips</title>
4711. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/practical-nonverbal-communication-tips</link>
4712. <pubDate>Thu, 16 Aug 2018 18:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
4713. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/practical-nonverbal-communication-tips</guid>
4714. <description>
4715. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Candy Cane Neck. That is the name I have given to a future medical condition of our youth. This is not the S-curve version of scoliosis I grew up hearing about in the 70’s and 80’s. This is a new version that will be caused by spending too many...]]>
4716. </description>
4717. </item>
4718. <item>
4719. <title>Improving Temp Worker Safety</title>
4720. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/improving-temp-worker-safety</link>
4721. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4722. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/improving-temp-worker-safety</guid>
4723. <description>
4724. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;A Growing Industry&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The temporary employment sector is a massive economic engine, but, as it continues to grow, safety professionals are presented with serious complications. Since 2010, the temp industry has added more jobs in the United States than any other category of employment, according to the American Staffing...]]>
4725. </description>
4726. </item>
4727. <item>
4728. <title>How to Deal with People Who Hate Your Training Program</title>
4729. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-deal-with-people-who-hate-your-training-program</link>
4730. <pubDate>Wed, 08 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4731. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-deal-with-people-who-hate-your-training-program</guid>
4732. <description>
4733. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Recent polling data doesn’t bode well. The conclusion from Gallup’s State of the American Workplace report, published in June, still reverberates in human resources departments, executive suites, and safety and health departments: most American workers either hate their jobs or don’t care one way or the other about them.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
4734. </description>
4735. </item>
4736. <item>
4737. <title>Hospitality Training: Don&#039;t Lose the Personal Touch</title>
4738. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hospitality-training-dont-lose-the-personal-touch</link>
4739. <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jul 2018 15:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
4740. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hospitality-training-dont-lose-the-personal-touch</guid>
4741. <description>
4742. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Kiosks for check-in. Mobile hotel keys. Tablets for tableside ordering. These are a few of the innovations in the hospitality industry. Technology can improve the customer experience but what are the implications of removing the human element? Hospitality training for your employees is still a critical component of the...]]>
4743. </description>
4744. </item>
4745. <item>
4746. <title>All OSHA - Required Written Safety Programs</title>
4747. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/all-osha-required-written-safety-programs</link>
4748. <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4749. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/all-osha-required-written-safety-programs</guid>
4750. <description>
4751. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;hs-cta-wrapper&quot; id=&quot;hs-cta-wrapper-f73af2d7-7c9b-4107-9a1f-97b06d68052b&quot;&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;hs-cta-node hs-cta-f73af2d7-7c9b-4107-9a1f-97b06d68052b&quot; id=&quot;hs-cta-f73af2d7-7c9b-4107-9a1f-97b06d68052b&quot;&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;div class=&quot;tableContainer&quot;&gt; &lt;div class=&quot;grid-row header&quot;&gt; &lt;p&gt;Standard&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Section&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Required&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Description&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;div class=&quot;grid-row&quot;&gt; &lt;p class=&quot;standard&quot;&gt;Emergency Action Plans – 1910.38&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class=&quot;section&quot;&gt;38(b)&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class=&quot;required&quot;&gt;Yes, if more than 10 employees&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class=&quot;description&quot;&gt;Written and oral emergency action plans. An emergency action plan must be in writing, kept...]]>
4752. </description>
4753. </item>
4754. <item>
4755. <title>HCS Pictograms and Hazards</title>
4756. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hcs-pictograms-and-hazards</link>
4757. <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4758. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hcs-pictograms-and-hazards</guid>
4759. <description>
4760. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;New Labeling Requirements of the Globally Harmonized System (GHS)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Consistency in the labeling of chemicals is critical to the new Globally Harmonized System standards.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Use GHS Icons&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;There are nine pictograms or icons used with the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) to convey health, physical, and environmental hazards...]]>
4761. </description>
4762. </item>
4763. <item>
4764. <title>What is a Learning Ecosystem? And How Does it Support Corporate Strategy?</title>
4765. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-a-learning-ecosystem-and-how-does-it-support-corporate-strategy</link>
4766. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jul 2018 13:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
4767. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-a-learning-ecosystem-and-how-does-it-support-corporate-strategy</guid>
4768. <description>
4769. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The term “learning ecosystem” is a trendy one in learning and development circles. It’s an important idea; understanding it helps organizations and their leaders think strategically about their learning and training—and helps them achieve the goals they set for themselves.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;To wrap our brains around this idea with...]]>
4770. </description>
4771. </item>
4772. <item>
4773. <title>HCS Enforcement</title>
4774. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hcs-enforcement</link>
4775. <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4776. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hcs-enforcement</guid>
4777. <description>
4778. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;This is the published guidance given by OSHA to field Compliance Safety &amp;amp; Health Officers&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;June 1, 2015 Effective Date&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;June 1, 2015 is the date by which chemical manufacturers, importers, distributors and employers must be in compliance with all modified provisions of the HCS.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The June 1, 2015 effective...]]>
4779. </description>
4780. </item>
4781. <item>
4782. <title>The Trouble with “OSHA-Approved”</title>
4783. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-trouble-with-osha-approved</link>
4784. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4785. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-trouble-with-osha-approved</guid>
4786. <description>
4787. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;What’s the 4-Letter Word (equivalent) of Safety?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The nails on the proverbial chalk board?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The eye-roller?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This two word combo: “&lt;strong&gt;OSHA-Approved&lt;/strong&gt;”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“Is this ladder OSHA-Approved?”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“My safety glasses are OSHA-Approved!”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“Is this workplace safety training OSHA-Approved?”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“Are these OSHA 10/30 hour training courses OSHA-Approved?”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Nope! Never!&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In fact...]]>
4788. </description>
4789. </item>
4790. <item>
4791. <title>Understanding Workers’ Compensation in 2 Minutes</title>
4792. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-workers-compensation-in-2-minutes</link>
4793. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4794. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-workers-compensation-in-2-minutes</guid>
4795. <description>
4796. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;True story...&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;There was a company that was spending between $1.2—$1.4 million dollars each year on workers compensation costs, over a number of years. By encouraging injury reporting early and for all injuries (while less severe and less costly), by implementing a return-to-work program, and by starting an earnest...]]>
4797. </description>
4798. </item>
4799. <item>
4800. <title>Safety Data Sheet (SDS) FAQ’s</title>
4801. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-data-sheet-sds-faqs</link>
4802. <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4803. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-data-sheet-sds-faqs</guid>
4804. <description>
4805. <![CDATA[ &lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;What products require an SDS?&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Any product that is considered a hazardous chemical requires a safety data sheet. A hazardous chemical, as defined by the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), is any chemical which can cause a physical or a health hazard. This determination is made by the chemical manufacturer, as...]]>
4806. </description>
4807. </item>
4808. <item>
4809. <title>Summer Job Safety for Young People</title>
4810. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/summer-job-safety-for-young-people</link>
4811. <pubDate>Tue, 12 Jun 2018 11:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
4812. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/summer-job-safety-for-young-people</guid>
4813. <description>
4814. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With the school year over, many teens and young adults will begin working at summer jobs. Especially for younger teens, these seasonal employment opportunities may be their first experience in the workforce, and their first real opportunity to learn how, and why, to always put safety first.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to...]]>
4815. </description>
4816. </item>
4817. <item>
4818. <title>15 Tips for Saving Money on Workers’ Compensation</title>
4819. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/15-tips-for-saving-money-on-workers-compensation</link>
4820. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4821. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/15-tips-for-saving-money-on-workers-compensation</guid>
4822. <description>
4823. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;#1. &lt;strong&gt;Start Writing Your Safety Program&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;If you don’t have a safety program, or have thought about starting one but haven’t been able to find the time, get it done.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Why make it a priority?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/law-regs.html&quot;&gt;Federal&lt;/a&gt; and state laws are clear that employers are responsible for providing a...]]>
4824. </description>
4825. </item>
4826. <item>
4827. <title>Manufacturing Safety: Learning from Expensive Lessons in American Industry</title>
4828. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/manufacturing-safety-learning-from-expensive-lessons-in-american-industry</link>
4829. <pubDate>Wed, 30 May 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4830. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/manufacturing-safety-learning-from-expensive-lessons-in-american-industry</guid>
4831. <description>
4832. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;An examination of recent OSHA violations at three American manufacturing facilities, with recommendations for improving safety conditions in your organization.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;More than 12 million Americans work directly in the manufacturing sector, according to the American Manufacturing Association. While the U.S. manufacturing sector is the most productive in the world—by...]]>
4833. </description>
4834. </item>
4835. <item>
4836. <title>Memorial Day Safety</title>
4837. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/memorial-day-safety</link>
4838. <pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2018 10:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
4839. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/memorial-day-safety</guid>
4840. <description>
4841. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;For many Americans, Memorial Day Weekend is the official kickoff to summer vacation season. As you plan your fun for the three-day weekend, remember to put safety first.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;https://share.upmc.com/2016/05/memorial-day-safety-tips/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;University of Pittsburgh Medical Center&lt;/a&gt; offers some helpful safety tips, including:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pool Safety:&lt;/strong&gt; Always supervise weaker...]]>
4842. </description>
4843. </item>
4844. <item>
4845. <title>10 Questions You Need to Ask Before Buying Online Training</title>
4846. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/10-questions-you-need-to-ask-before-buying-online-training</link>
4847. <pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4848. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/10-questions-you-need-to-ask-before-buying-online-training</guid>
4849. <description>
4850. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Essential questions you’ll want to ask any provider before investing in online safety training, and honest answers from the people who sell and support it.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;If you’re interested in moving your safety and compliance training online, you’re on the smart track.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;You already know that online training can solve...]]>
4851. </description>
4852. </item>
4853. <item>
4854. <title>How to Investigate a Workplace Accident</title>
4855. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-investigate-a-workplace-accident</link>
4856. <pubDate>Mon, 21 May 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4857. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-investigate-a-workplace-accident</guid>
4858. <description>
4859. <![CDATA[ &lt;h3&gt;You don&#039;t have to play the blame game.&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;This is, unfortunately, a true tragedy, taken from the files of the National Institute for Occupational Safety &amp;amp; Health’s (NIOSH) Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation (FACE) program:&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A 17-year-old female laborer fell about 26 feet from a residential roof to a...]]>
4860. </description>
4861. </item>
4862. <item>
4863. <title>SDS Management: On–Site Chemical Inventory &amp; Exposure</title>
4864. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/sds-management-on-site-chemical-inventory-exposure</link>
4865. <pubDate>Mon, 21 May 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4866. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/sds-management-on-site-chemical-inventory-exposure</guid>
4867. <description>
4868. <![CDATA[ &lt;h3&gt;It Begins with Chemical Inventory and Ends with Chemical Intelligence&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;With more than three million facilities employing over 30 million workers exposed daily to chemicals, it’s surprising how little most employers know about the chemicals they have on premise.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This paper explores the necessity, the benefits and the process...]]>
4869. </description>
4870. </item>
4871. <item>
4872. <title>Tackling OSHA’s Top 10 Citations: Q &amp; A: Drum &amp; Tumbler Guarding</title>
4873. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-q-a-drum-tumbler-guarding</link>
4874. <pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4875. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-q-a-drum-tumbler-guarding</guid>
4876. <description>
4877. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Q:&lt;/strong&gt; “My question is in regards to the turning barrel of a “tumbler”. Does this need to have a shroud or guard to keep people from making contact with it? We have the shafts, ends and transmission parts completely covered.”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;A:&lt;/strong&gt; “Revolving barrels, containers, and drums must be guarded...]]>
4878. </description>
4879. </item>
4880. <item>
4881. <title>Sales Training: Getting Back to Basics</title>
4882. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/sales-training-getting-back-to-basics</link>
4883. <pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2018 19:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4884. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/sales-training-getting-back-to-basics</guid>
4885. <description>
4886. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Sales training is not just for new hires and salespeople struggling to meet their numbers. The most successful sales managers understand the importance of “getting back to basics” for everyone, and they make refreshers part of their regular process.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;We’ll use ourselves as an example here: Recently, we...]]>
4887. </description>
4888. </item>
4889. <item>
4890. <title>MSHA Final Rule on Examination of Working Places in Mines</title>
4891. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/msha-final-rule-on-examination-of-working-places-in-mines</link>
4892. <pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2018 10:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
4893. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/msha-final-rule-on-examination-of-working-places-in-mines</guid>
4894. <description>
4895. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Last month, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) published a final rule regarding the examinations of working places in metal and nonmetal mines. This amends a rule issued in January, 2017.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.msha.gov/regulations/rulemaking/examinations-working-places-metal-and-nonmetal-mines&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;MSHA&lt;/a&gt;, the revised rule requires that:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;A competent person examine each...]]>
4896. </description>
4897. </item>
4898. <item>
4899. <title>Tackling OSHA’s Top 10 Citations: Q &amp; A: Arc Flash Studies</title>
4900. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-q-a-arc-flash-studies</link>
4901. <pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4902. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-q-a-arc-flash-studies</guid>
4903. <description>
4904. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Q: “When do you need to have an arc flash study conducted? Any tips on starting the process?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A: There is no specific guideline, with the exception of NEC standards: the evaluation of electrical exposure risk, based on particular tasks and scope of work, is a requirement for injury...]]>
4905. </description>
4906. </item>
4907. <item>
4908. <title>Stand Down for Fall Safety</title>
4909. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/stand-down-for-fall-safety</link>
4910. <pubDate>Mon, 07 May 2018 11:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
4911. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/stand-down-for-fall-safety</guid>
4912. <description>
4913. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Preventing falls is a top priority for any construction worksite. Frequently claiming the top spot on OSHA’s top 10 safety violations list, fall accidents and fatalities are nevertheless preventable through a mix of training, safeguards and adherence to best safety practices.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;To raise awareness about these common incidents, OSHA...]]>
4914. </description>
4915. </item>
4916. <item>
4917. <title>How to Match Training by Industry &amp; Employee Group</title>
4918. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-match-training-by-industry-employee-group</link>
4919. <pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4920. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-match-training-by-industry-employee-group</guid>
4921. <description>
4922. <![CDATA[ &lt;div&gt; &lt;p&gt;Having spent a number of years on OSHA’s ‘Ergonomics Team’, which focused on enforcement in long term care facilities and meat processing plants, long term care (LTC) facilities happen to be something of a passion area for me. Historically, the long term care industry leads the nation in...]]>
4923. </description>
4924. </item>
4925. <item>
4926. <title>Worker’s Memorial Day 2018</title>
4927. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/workers-memorial-day-2018</link>
4928. <pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4929. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/workers-memorial-day-2018</guid>
4930. <description>
4931. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As a Nation, we’ve been marking Worker Memorial Week for 47-years. The number of people dying at work has decreased over those years, however, people continue to die.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Today, in the United States of America, 13 workers don&#039;t make it home from the job—that’s the average.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Every so often...]]>
4932. </description>
4933. </item>
4934. <item>
4935. <title>May is National Electrical Safety Month</title>
4936. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/may-is-national-electrical-safety-month</link>
4937. <pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2018 11:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
4938. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/may-is-national-electrical-safety-month</guid>
4939. <description>
4940. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Are your employees following the best safety practices for working with electricity?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Electrical injuries can be serious or even fatal. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics data compiled by the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.esfi.org/resource/workplace-fatalities-and-injuries-2003-2016-644&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Electrical Safety Foundation International&lt;/a&gt; (ESFI):&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The 154 electrical fatalities that occurred [in U.S. workplaces] during...]]>
4941. </description>
4942. </item>
4943. <item>
4944. <title>OSHA 10/30 in New York: Everything You Need to Know</title>
4945. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-10-30-in-new-york-everything-you-need-to-know</link>
4946. <pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4947. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-10-30-in-new-york-everything-you-need-to-know</guid>
4948. <description>
4949. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With the changing laws concerning OSHA 10/30, we want to help remove the confusion so you can start &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/osha-10-30&quot;&gt;OSHA training&lt;/a&gt; as soon as possible.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;First of all, in the city of New York, New York, all OSHA 10-Hour (General Industry | Construction) and OSHA 30-Hour (General Industry |...]]>
4950. </description>
4951. </item>
4952. <item>
4953. <title>Protect Your Office Workers With Good Ergonomics</title>
4954. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/protect-your-office-workers-with-good-ergonomics</link>
4955. <pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2018 11:22:00 -0700</pubDate>
4956. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/protect-your-office-workers-with-good-ergonomics</guid>
4957. <description>
4958. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;While working all day at a computer doesn’t expose employees to the types of serious hazards found on a construction site, poor office ergonomics can nevertheless result in significant worker injuries.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;From carpal tunnel syndrome to chronic low back pain and other musculoskeletal disorders (MSD), workers whose primary tasks...]]>
4959. </description>
4960. </item>
4961. <item>
4962. <title>Robots and Workplace Safety</title>
4963. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/robots-and-workplace-safety</link>
4964. <pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2018 11:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
4965. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/robots-and-workplace-safety</guid>
4966. <description>
4967. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Robots and robot systems have become commonplace in many industries. From massive mechanical arms working on assembly lines to technologically advanced robots that interact with human coworkers, these machines bring unique safety concerns to the workplace.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A recent article in &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/16789-robots-in-the-workplace&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt;Safety + Health&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt; magazine gives...]]>
4968. </description>
4969. </item>
4970. <item>
4971. <title>Tackling OSHA’s Top 10 Citations: Q &amp; A: Safety Data Sheet Availability</title>
4972. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-q-a-safety-data-sheet-availability</link>
4973. <pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4974. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-q-a-safety-data-sheet-availability</guid>
4975. <description>
4976. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from Tackle OSHA’s Top 10.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James, you can listen to the webcast on demand.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;hr /&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Q: “On the SDS sheets, OSHA reads the SDS&#039;s have to be readily accessible or maybe readily available. There&#039;s nothing that says they...]]>
4977. </description>
4978. </item>
4979. <item>
4980. <title>FAQs for OSHA 10 &amp; 30 Hour Training</title>
4981. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/faqs-for-osha-10-30-hour-training</link>
4982. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
4983. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/faqs-for-osha-10-30-hour-training</guid>
4984. <description>
4985. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We’d like to answer your questions about &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/admin/entries/blogEntries/%7Bpage_32%7D&quot;&gt;OSHA 10 &amp;amp; 30&lt;/a&gt; Hour training! Did you know that HSI offers OSHA 10 &amp;amp; 30 Hour training both online and onsite? Here are some Q &amp;amp; A’s dedicated to explaining what OSHA 10 &amp;amp; 30 hour training is, what’s involved...]]>
4986. </description>
4987. </item>
4988. <item>
4989. <title>Spring Yard Work Safety</title>
4990. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/spring-yard-work-safety</link>
4991. <pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2018 11:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
4992. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/spring-yard-work-safety</guid>
4993. <description>
4994. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With longer days and warmer weather, many of us are spending more time working outdoors on our gardens and lawns. Before you grab the edge-trimmer or load up the wheelbarrow, take a moment to ensure you’re following some best practices for safe yard work.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;http://opei.org/getting-ready-for-spring-yard-work-safety-tips-to-remember/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer...]]>
4995. </description>
4996. </item>
4997. <item>
4998. <title>HazCom Signage</title>
4999. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hazcom-signage</link>
5000. <pubDate>Fri, 13 Apr 2018 11:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
5001. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hazcom-signage</guid>
5002. <description>
5003. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Since its implementation in 2015, OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard has made OSHA-compliant hazard pictograms part of the visual landscape in U.S. workplaces. But are you sure your employees know what all the signal words or symbols mean?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;As &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3636.pdf&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;OSHA Brief 3636&lt;/a&gt; explains, HazCom pictograms are...]]>
5004. </description>
5005. </item>
5006. <item>
5007. <title>Lessons from a Life in Safety: #1</title>
5008. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-1</link>
5009. <pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5010. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-1</guid>
5011. <description>
5012. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Trusted Advising. &lt;em&gt;Not &lt;/em&gt;Punitive Policing.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;My &lt;em&gt;first &lt;/em&gt;job out of graduate school was as an OSHA Investigator.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I had an &lt;em&gt;actual&lt;/em&gt; badge! I was a &lt;em&gt;real&lt;/em&gt; safety cop!&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The OSHA job was a good job, one I held for nearly 12 years. In that role, I learned and experienced...]]>
5013. </description>
5014. </item>
5015. <item>
5016. <title>Appreciating 911 Call Takers by Following Best Practices for Emergency Calls</title>
5017. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/appreciating-911-call-takers-by-following-best-practices-for-emergency-calls</link>
5018. <pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2018 11:45:00 -0700</pubDate>
5019. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/appreciating-911-call-takers-by-following-best-practices-for-emergency-calls</guid>
5020. <description>
5021. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;April 8-14 is &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.npstw.org/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week&lt;/a&gt;, a chance to appreciate the unsung heroes who serve our communities answering and dispatching 911 calls.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;2018 is especially significant as it marks the 50th anniversary of the first 911 call:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&quot;[O]n November 8, 1967, House Congressional...]]>
5022. </description>
5023. </item>
5024. <item>
5025. <title>Lessons from a Life in Safety: #2</title>
5026. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-2</link>
5027. <pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5028. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-2</guid>
5029. <description>
5030. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Do More With Less&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;After 12 years working for OSHA, I left for the private sector.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I had convinced a regional medical clinic system to hire me.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Right away, I found my first hazard—a fall protection issue on the roof of its multi-story headquarters.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I applied what I thought...]]>
5031. </description>
5032. </item>
5033. <item>
5034. <title>EHS Compliance and Safety Resources From HSI</title>
5035. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/ehs-compliance-and-safety-resources-from-safetec</link>
5036. <pubDate>Tue, 03 Apr 2018 09:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
5037. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/ehs-compliance-and-safety-resources-from-safetec</guid>
5038. <description>
5039. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;You may have noticed a new look to our HSI website as we fold more content from acquisitions into the site. The improved navigation and content consolidation makes it easier to explore our primary service offerings, with recent dedicated pages for safety data sheet (SDS) management, SDS authoring, on-site...]]>
5040. </description>
5041. </item>
5042. <item>
5043. <title>April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month - 2018</title>
5044. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/april-is-distracted-driving-awareness-month</link>
5045. <pubDate>Fri, 30 Mar 2018 09:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
5046. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/april-is-distracted-driving-awareness-month</guid>
5047. <description>
5048. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Cell phones, navigation screens, car stereos or even eating while behind the wheel…they all add up to distracted driving, and that can lead to serious accidents or fatalities.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.nhtsa.gov/risky-driving/distracted-driving&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;National Highway Traffic Safety Administration&lt;/a&gt; (NHTSA):&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In 2015, 3,477 people were killed, and 391,00...]]>
5049. </description>
5050. </item>
5051. <item>
5052. <title>Lessons from a Life in Safety: #3</title>
5053. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-3</link>
5054. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5055. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-3</guid>
5056. <description>
5057. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Know-It-All-Syndrome&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Now this one is only fun if you say it out loud, and in your most whiney, annoying voice, so go ahead and say it with me now . . . Nana nana boo-boo I know more than you do!!&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Remember that person in high school or college...]]>
5058. </description>
5059. </item>
5060. <item>
5061. <title>Meeting Incident Reporting Requirements</title>
5062. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/meeting-incident-reporting-requirements</link>
5063. <pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2018 10:03:00 -0700</pubDate>
5064. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/meeting-incident-reporting-requirements</guid>
5065. <description>
5066. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Have you submitted your annual workplace injuries and illness report to OSHA yet? If your organization falls into a category where such reporting is required, can you easily access the incident information you need to meet your compliance obligations?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to OSHA:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Many employers with more than 10 employees...]]>
5067. </description>
5068. </item>
5069. <item>
5070. <title>Lessons from a Life in Safety: #4</title>
5071. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-4</link>
5072. <pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5073. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-4</guid>
5074. <description>
5075. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Collaborate, Don’t Separate!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Be on the lookout for collaborative opportunities early and often.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Two jobs ago, I managed to get myself a ‘seat at the table’ of the weekly operations meeting.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I had become a trusted advisor to the manager who lead the operations team, so he allowed a...]]>
5076. </description>
5077. </item>
5078. <item>
5079. <title>Lessons from a Life in Safety: #5</title>
5080. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-5</link>
5081. <pubDate>Thu, 15 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5082. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-5</guid>
5083. <description>
5084. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Larger Than You or Me is WE&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In this career, “stuff” will hit the fan.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;And when it does, try to remember in those moments that &lt;em&gt;something&lt;/em&gt; larger than you is at work.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The last fatality investigation I did with OSHA was an explosion at an ethanol plant.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A...]]>
5085. </description>
5086. </item>
5087. <item>
5088. <title>Bringing the Safety World Together With ISO 45001</title>
5089. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/bringing-the-safety-world-together-with-iso-45001</link>
5090. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2018 10:14:00 -0700</pubDate>
5091. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/bringing-the-safety-world-together-with-iso-45001</guid>
5092. <description>
5093. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In March 2018, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) published &lt;strong&gt;ISO 45001: Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems&lt;/strong&gt; – Requirements with Guidance for Use, the world’s first International Standard addressing &lt;strong&gt;workplace health and safety&lt;/strong&gt;. This standard replaced OHSAS 18001, which was developed in 1999 as a framework to help...]]>
5094. </description>
5095. </item>
5096. <item>
5097. <title>Facts About OSHA 10 &amp; 30 Online Training</title>
5098. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/facts-about-osha-10-30-online-training</link>
5099. <pubDate>Tue, 13 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5100. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/facts-about-osha-10-30-online-training</guid>
5101. <description>
5102. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;HSI is one of the extremely few companies authorized by federal OSHA to provide the 10/30 hour courses online, and one of an even fewer who provides all courses in Spanish. Online training courses for the OSHA Outreach program: OSHA 10-hour for General Industry, OSHA 10-hour for Construction, OSHA...]]>
5103. </description>
5104. </item>
5105. <item>
5106. <title>March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month (Infographic)</title>
5107. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/march-is-workplace-eye-wellness-month-infographic</link>
5108. <pubDate>Fri, 09 Mar 2018 10:18:00 -0800</pubDate>
5109. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/march-is-workplace-eye-wellness-month-infographic</guid>
5110. <description>
5111. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Are your workers following the best practices for keeping their eyes safe?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/eye/default.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)&lt;/a&gt;:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Each day about 2,000 U.S. workers sustain a job-related eye injury that requires medical treatment. About one third of the injuries are...]]>
5112. </description>
5113. </item>
5114. <item>
5115. <title>Online OSHA 10 &amp; 30 Hour Training FAQ</title>
5116. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/online-osha-10-30-hour-training-faq</link>
5117. <pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5118. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/online-osha-10-30-hour-training-faq</guid>
5119. <description>
5120. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;What is OSHA 10 &amp;amp; 30 Hour Training?&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The OSHA Outreach Training Program provides training for workers and employers on the recognition, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards in workplaces.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Through this program, workers can attend &lt;a href=&quot;https://store.pillar.us/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;10-hour&lt;/a&gt; or &lt;a href=&quot;https://store.pillar.us/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer...]]>
5121. </description>
5122. </item>
5123. <item>
5124. <title>Lessons from a Life in Safety: #6</title>
5125. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-6</link>
5126. <pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5127. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-6</guid>
5128. <description>
5129. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Be a Business Language Learner&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;About 2 years ago, a CEO named Trevor asked to meet with me.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Trevor is CEO over a family of companies, across many states and business lines, from construction-to-manufacturing-to-agriculture.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Trevor came to my office and said, “I keep reading in articles that safety starts...]]>
5130. </description>
5131. </item>
5132. <item>
5133. <title>HSI Acquires Vivid Learning Systems</title>
5134. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-acquires-vivid-learning-systems</link>
5135. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2018 13:13:00 -0800</pubDate>
5136. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-acquires-vivid-learning-systems</guid>
5137. <description>
5138. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;HSI is proud to welcome Vivid Learning Systems, one of the nation&#039;s fastest-growing providers of online safety training, to our family of companies.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;By combining the diverse training options of Vivid Learning Systems with the market strength of Summit Training Source and CLMI, HSI can provide even more compliance...]]>
5139. </description>
5140. </item>
5141. <item>
5142. <title>Business Efficiency Through Vendor Consolidation</title>
5143. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/business-efficiency-through-vendor-consolidation</link>
5144. <pubDate>Fri, 02 Mar 2018 13:20:00 -0800</pubDate>
5145. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/business-efficiency-through-vendor-consolidation</guid>
5146. <description>
5147. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Whether you’re at the helm of a small company or a department head looking to save your organization both time and money, vendor consolidation is sound business practice.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Vendor consolidation reduces the number of vendors from which your company purchases goods and services, either by choosing vendors who can...]]>
5148. </description>
5149. </item>
5150. <item>
5151. <title>Lessons from a Life in Safety: #7</title>
5152. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-7</link>
5153. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5154. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-7</guid>
5155. <description>
5156. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Define your line.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;When I accepted my position two jobs ago, my manager told me the leadership team was worried I’d be a “safety cop”.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;It was a fair question. I did carry a real safety badge for much of my career. They were worried I only saw in...]]>
5157. </description>
5158. </item>
5159. <item>
5160. <title>Best Practices: On-Site Chemical Inventories</title>
5161. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/best-practices-on-site-chemical-inventories</link>
5162. <pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5163. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/best-practices-on-site-chemical-inventories</guid>
5164. <description>
5165. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;An on-site chemical inventory is the first step for any business to get a true understanding of all its existing chemicals. Adhering to a few best practices can go a long way towards increasing your organization’s chemical intelligence.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Chemical inventory work doesn&#039;t have to be complex, time-consuming and labor-intensive...]]>
5166. </description>
5167. </item>
5168. <item>
5169. <title>Upcoming OSHA Training Compliance Deadlines for NYC Local Law 196 of 2017</title>
5170. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/upcoming-osha-training-compliance-deadlines-for-nyc-local-law-196-of-2017</link>
5171. <pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2018 13:24:00 -0800</pubDate>
5172. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/upcoming-osha-training-compliance-deadlines-for-nyc-local-law-196-of-2017</guid>
5173. <description>
5174. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Signed into law in October 2017, Local Law 196 enacts new OSHA training requirements for New York City construction workers and supervisors at certain job sites. The first implementation deadline is March 1, 2018.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/buildings/pdf/LL196_SafetyPres.pdf&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Local Law 196&lt;/a&gt; applies to*:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Workers at job sites that require...]]>
5175. </description>
5176. </item>
5177. <item>
5178. <title>Mobility for EHS Management Systems</title>
5179. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/mobility-for-ehs-management-systems</link>
5180. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5181. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/mobility-for-ehs-management-systems</guid>
5182. <description>
5183. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Stefanie V.: &lt;/strong&gt;Good afternoon, and welcome to today&#039;s EHS Today webcast: Mobility for EHS Management Systems, sponsored by SafeTec, an HSI company. My name is Stefanie Valentic, associate editor of EHS Today.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Before we begin, let me explain how you can participate in today&#039;s presentation. First, if at any...]]>
5184. </description>
5185. </item>
5186. <item>
5187. <title>Lessons from a Life in Safety: #8</title>
5188. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-8</link>
5189. <pubDate>Thu, 15 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5190. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-8</guid>
5191. <description>
5192. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Grace is your place.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A long time ago, I was investigating a death.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A maintenance employee had fallen from a ladder after he was shocked while changing a fluorescent light fixture ballast.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I was talking with his co-workers, men who had all worked shoulder-to-shoulder with him for years.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We...]]>
5193. </description>
5194. </item>
5195. <item>
5196. <title>Deadly Flu Season Continues</title>
5197. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/deadly-flu-season-continues</link>
5198. <pubDate>Tue, 13 Feb 2018 10:28:00 -0800</pubDate>
5199. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/deadly-flu-season-continues</guid>
5200. <description>
5201. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The current flu season is grabbing headlines at the regional and national level, as medical groups and hospitals continue to report record numbers of cases.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In a transcript for the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2018/t0202-flu-update-activity.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;CDC Update on Flu Activity&lt;/a&gt;, February 2, 2018, CDC Acting Director Dr. Anne Schuchat speaks...]]>
5202. </description>
5203. </item>
5204. <item>
5205. <title>An Introduction to Environmental Reporting</title>
5206. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/an-introduction-to-environmental-reporting</link>
5207. <pubDate>Tue, 13 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5208. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/an-introduction-to-environmental-reporting</guid>
5209. <description>
5210. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If your organization uses chemicals on the jobsite, there’s a good chance your &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/admin/entries/blogEntries/%7Bpage_31%7D&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;EH&amp;amp;S&lt;/a&gt; personnel have spent a great deal of time crafting environmental reports. With ongoing compliance obligations to often-changing regulations and the public pushing for more accountability on a corporate level, it’s important...]]>
5211. </description>
5212. </item>
5213. <item>
5214. <title>Safety Leadership Orientation</title>
5215. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-leadership-orientation</link>
5216. <pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5217. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-leadership-orientation</guid>
5218. <description>
5219. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s a simple question...&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How do you demonstrate leadership in safety across your organization?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;That’s an incredibly intelligent question for any leader to be asking.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Because when leaders acknowledge that the success of workplace safety begins with management advocacy, they’ve taken an important first step forward.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The transition to...]]>
5220. </description>
5221. </item>
5222. <item>
5223. <title>Inflation Adjustment for OSHA Penalty Amounts</title>
5224. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/inflation-adjustment-for-osha-penalty-amounts</link>
5225. <pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2018 10:36:00 -0800</pubDate>
5226. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/inflation-adjustment-for-osha-penalty-amounts</guid>
5227. <description>
5228. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has adjusted their penalty amounts last month by 2% to reflect current inflation rates.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Beginning January 2, 2018, &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/penalties/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;OSHA&lt;/a&gt; has set the following civil penalty amounts for these violations:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Serious/Other-Than-Serious/Posting Requirements&lt;/strong&gt; = $12,934 per violation&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Failure to Abate&lt;/strong&gt; =...]]>
5229. </description>
5230. </item>
5231. <item>
5232. <title>Lessons from a Life in Safety: #9</title>
5233. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-9</link>
5234. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5235. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-9</guid>
5236. <description>
5237. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Be brave. Be Consistent. Be You.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The safety field has been dominated by ex-military, white males, dating back to the 1970’s and 80’s.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In fact, my first 3 mentors where men who had served the Navy, Army, and Air Force.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Many of those early pioneers are retired or starting...]]>
5238. </description>
5239. </item>
5240. <item>
5241. <title>Hazard Communication: Knowledge to Protect Yourself</title>
5242. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hazard-communication-knowledge-to-protect-yourself</link>
5243. <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5244. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hazard-communication-knowledge-to-protect-yourself</guid>
5245. <description>
5246. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We all know the power of communication, and nowhere is it more mission critical than when communicating hazards in the workplace.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard is a familiar one to most business owners and safety professionals, and the Administration cuts right to the chase on their helpful...]]>
5247. </description>
5248. </item>
5249. <item>
5250. <title>Lessons from a Life in Safety: #10</title>
5251. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-10</link>
5252. <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5253. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lessons-from-a-life-in-safety-10</guid>
5254. <description>
5255. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Be a story collector!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Safety professionals at any career stage accumulate stories quickly, whether humorous, horrific, or, just human—keep collecting and learning from them.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Each story adds another training tool for you to use in our profession, a real world example you can share in support of your efforts...]]>
5256. </description>
5257. </item>
5258. <item>
5259. <title>A Winning Demographic in the War on Drugs</title>
5260. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/a-winning-demographic-in-the-war-on-drugs</link>
5261. <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2018 10:59:00 -0800</pubDate>
5262. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/a-winning-demographic-in-the-war-on-drugs</guid>
5263. <description>
5264. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;January 22-28, 2018 is National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week. This outreach awareness effort was created to help parents and educators get teenagers the information they need to make the right choices, and recent trends show such efforts are paying off.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;For teens and young adults, marijuana and inhalants...]]>
5265. </description>
5266. </item>
5267. <item>
5268. <title>Recent BLS Figures on Workplace Fatalities</title>
5269. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/recent-bls-figures-on-workplace-fatalities</link>
5270. <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2018 11:14:00 -0800</pubDate>
5271. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/recent-bls-figures-on-workplace-fatalities</guid>
5272. <description>
5273. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The Bureau of Labor Statistics posted new data in December regarding deaths from on-the-job injuries for 2016.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to a &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cfoi.pdf&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;BLS news release&lt;/a&gt;, 5,190 deaths occurred in 2016 from workplace injuries, a 7% increase over the previous year:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“This is the third consecutive increase in...]]>
5274. </description>
5275. </item>
5276. <item>
5277. <title>The Safety Professional’s Top Goal of 2018</title>
5278. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-safety-professionals-top-goal-of-2018</link>
5279. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5280. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-safety-professionals-top-goal-of-2018</guid>
5281. <description>
5282. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Baseline&lt;/em&gt;: a minimum starting point used for comparison.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;With the start of a new year, as many of us strive for those little personal improvements, a lot of us are thinking about a ‘baseline’—that’s where we are today.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“I’m going to get fit! I can only do 5 push-ups...]]>
5283. </description>
5284. </item>
5285. <item>
5286. <title>Possible Fines and Penalties for Non-disclosure</title>
5287. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/possible-fines-and-penalties-for-non-disclosure</link>
5288. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5289. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/possible-fines-and-penalties-for-non-disclosure</guid>
5290. <description>
5291. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you are a manufacturer that works with chemicals, you know there are numerous rules and regulations you must follow to ensure the health and well-being of people and the environment. One such requirement is that you must report which chemicals you’re using, how much and in what way...]]>
5292. </description>
5293. </item>
5294. <item>
5295. <title>Five Important Steps to HazCom Compliance</title>
5296. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/five-important-steps-to-hazcom-compliance</link>
5297. <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2018 11:16:00 -0800</pubDate>
5298. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/five-important-steps-to-hazcom-compliance</guid>
5299. <description>
5300. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Regular readers of the HSI blog know that hazard communications (HazCom) is an important part of a company’s EHS obligations. Communicating clearly to your employees, customers and the community about the chemicals and other hazards at your facilities helps keep your workers safe and your organization in compliance.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In...]]>
5301. </description>
5302. </item>
5303. <item>
5304. <title>Tackling OSHA’s Top 10 Citations: 1910.305 Electrical Wiring Methods &amp; 1910.303 General Requirements</title>
5305. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1910-305-electrical-wiring-methods-1910-303-general-requirements</link>
5306. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5307. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1910-305-electrical-wiring-methods-1910-303-general-requirements</guid>
5308. <description>
5309. <![CDATA[ &lt;figure&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://hsiassetstorage.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com/assets/images/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1910.305-electrical-wiring-methods-1910.303-2.jpg&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; /&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from Tackle OSHA’s Top 10.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James, you can listen to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://vividlearningsystems.com/safety-toolbox/tackle-oshas-top-10&quot;&gt;webcast on demand&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;hr style=&quot;margin:0px;border:none;height:3px;padding:0px;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.1);&quot; /&gt;&lt;figure&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://hsiassetstorage.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com/assets/images/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1910.305-electrical-wiring-methods-1910.303-1.jpg&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; /&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The photo on the left is an example of a ground pin that&#039;s...]]>
5310. </description>
5311. </item>
5312. <item>
5313. <title>Allegations of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: No, HR Didn’t Fail. WE did!</title>
5314. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/allegations-of-sexual-harassment-in-the-workplace-no-hr-didnt-fail-we-did</link>
5315. <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2018 19:54:00 -0800</pubDate>
5316. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/allegations-of-sexual-harassment-in-the-workplace-no-hr-didnt-fail-we-did</guid>
5317. <description>
5318. <![CDATA[ &lt;h4&gt;Sexual Harassment in the Workplace, in the News and in Hollywood&lt;/h4&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Right now, leaders are in a unique position to radically change their organizations, for the better. The events of the past six months have made it necessary: The accusations against Harvey Weinstein and others, followed by...]]>
5319. </description>
5320. </item>
5321. <item>
5322. <title>Tackling OSHA’s Top 10 Citations: 1910.212 - Machine Guarding</title>
5323. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1910-212-machine-guarding</link>
5324. <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5325. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1910-212-machine-guarding</guid>
5326. <description>
5327. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from Tackle OSHA’s Top 10.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James, you can listen to the webcast on demand.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;hr /&gt;&lt;p&gt;So with regard to machine guarding, the video above that you&#039;re seeing is actually from a supervisor safety tip video that we have...]]>
5328. </description>
5329. </item>
5330. <item>
5331. <title>New Year’s Eve – Symbols, Revelries and Safety</title>
5332. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/new-years-eve-symbols-revelries-and-safety</link>
5333. <pubDate>Thu, 28 Dec 2017 11:31:00 -0800</pubDate>
5334. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/new-years-eve-symbols-revelries-and-safety</guid>
5335. <description>
5336. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The biggest party night of the year is almost here. No matter how you choose to celebrate New Year’s Eve, make an early resolution to put safety first.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Celebrating the advent of the new year is a tradition that goes back centuries. Special foods, ceremonies and symbols give us...]]>
5337. </description>
5338. </item>
5339. <item>
5340. <title>Winter Driving Mistakes Your Drivers Should Avoid</title>
5341. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/winter-driving-mistakes-your-drivers-should-avoid</link>
5342. <pubDate>Tue, 26 Dec 2017 11:36:00 -0800</pubDate>
5343. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/winter-driving-mistakes-your-drivers-should-avoid</guid>
5344. <description>
5345. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Winter is almost officially here in the U.S. and that means snow-covered roads and icy conditions. Today’s blog post looks at common winter driving mistakes your company’s drivers need to avoid.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://weather.com/safety/auto/news/winter-driving-mistakes&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Weather.com&lt;/a&gt; has a list of 14 mistakes all drivers need to avoid, including:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Skipping...]]>
5346. </description>
5347. </item>
5348. <item>
5349. <title>HSI Learning Systems: MSHA Training Online Now Available in Spanish</title>
5350. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/vivid-learning-systems-msha-training-online-now-available-in-spanish</link>
5351. <pubDate>Tue, 26 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5352. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/vivid-learning-systems-msha-training-online-now-available-in-spanish</guid>
5353. <description>
5354. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;HSI Learning Systems rolls out MSHA Part 46 &amp;amp; MSHA Part 48 online training in Spanish.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;December 15th, 2017 – Pasco, WA&lt;/em&gt;—HSI Learning Systems is the first online training company to offer Mine Safety &amp;amp; Health Administration (MSHA) courses for Part 46 &amp;amp; Part 48 new miner &amp;amp; refresher...]]>
5355. </description>
5356. </item>
5357. <item>
5358. <title>Happy Holidays From All of Us at HSI</title>
5359. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/happy-holidays-from-all-of-us-at-hsi</link>
5360. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2017 09:42:00 -0800</pubDate>
5361. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/happy-holidays-from-all-of-us-at-hsi</guid>
5362. <description>
5363. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Holiday Hours:&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;em&gt; The HSI offices and warehouse will be closed on Monday, December 25, 2017 and Monday, January 1, 2018. The warehouse will also be closed January 2, 2018 for inventory work. Orders placed after noon (Pacific Time) on Friday, December 22, 2017, will be shipped on Tuesday, December...]]>
5364. </description>
5365. </item>
5366. <item>
5367. <title>7-Step Plan to Increase Safety Training Engagement</title>
5368. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/7-step-plan-to-increase-safety-training-engagement</link>
5369. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5370. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/7-step-plan-to-increase-safety-training-engagement</guid>
5371. <description>
5372. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When 75% of safety professionals identify “employee indifference” as the top barrier to excellence safety training, it’s a cry for help across the profession.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Simple: If you want employees to be more engaged with safety training, you actually have to give them an engaging training experience.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hard: Lack of...]]>
5373. </description>
5374. </item>
5375. <item>
5376. <title>Evolving Worldwide Trends in Chemical Regulation</title>
5377. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/evolving-worldwide-trends-in-chemical-regulation</link>
5378. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5379. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/evolving-worldwide-trends-in-chemical-regulation</guid>
5380. <description>
5381. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you manufacture, distribute or work with chemicals, then you probably know a thing or two about regulations and standards. But do you know all of them, and for every state and country? In this ever-expanding global economy, staying up-to-date on current trends around the world is important, not...]]>
5382. </description>
5383. </item>
5384. <item>
5385. <title>Misleading ASHI Survey</title>
5386. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/misleading-ashi-survey</link>
5387. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2017 09:48:00 -0800</pubDate>
5388. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/misleading-ashi-survey</guid>
5389. <description>
5390. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;HSI was recently made aware of a survey seeking ASHI instructor feedback in a way that could be misleading and which made it difficult to identify what organization sent the survey. It was not created or sent by HSI or any HSI company.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We have contacted SurveyMonkey, the platform...]]>
5391. </description>
5392. </item>
5393. <item>
5394. <title>Yes, Your Employees Can Train Online. And They Will Love It.</title>
5395. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/yes-your-employees-can-train-online-and-they-will-love-it</link>
5396. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5397. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/yes-your-employees-can-train-online-and-they-will-love-it</guid>
5398. <description>
5399. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Too many of the environmental health and safety professionals we speak with believe that the workforce they support is not smart enough, or tech savvy enough, to successfully train online.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Based on the experience of our customers, that notion is just flat wrong.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In fact, the biggest obstacle to...]]>
5400. </description>
5401. </item>
5402. <item>
5403. <title>HazCom: Why It Matters</title>
5404. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hazcom-why-it-matters</link>
5405. <pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2017 09:22:00 -0800</pubDate>
5406. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hazcom-why-it-matters</guid>
5407. <description>
5408. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard is an important regulation for any industry where employees work with or around chemicals, which makes it applicable to just about every business.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3111.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;OSHA&lt;/a&gt;:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“[The] Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) is based on a simple concept -- that employees have...]]>
5409. </description>
5410. </item>
5411. <item>
5412. <title>A New Entry for OSHA’s Top Ten</title>
5413. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/a-new-entry-for-oshas-top-ten</link>
5414. <pubDate>Fri, 08 Dec 2017 09:26:00 -0800</pubDate>
5415. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/a-new-entry-for-oshas-top-ten</guid>
5416. <description>
5417. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;OSHA’s Top Ten Most Cited Violations is a familiar list to anyone in EHS. It’s an annual snapshot of the areas of greatest concern for worker safety and compliance adherence, and it rarely changes from year to year. Fiscal Year 2017, however, was different.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This year, coming in at...]]>
5418. </description>
5419. </item>
5420. <item>
5421. <title>Holiday Safety Tips – Griswold Style!</title>
5422. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/holiday-safety-tips-griswold-style</link>
5423. <pubDate>Fri, 08 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5424. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/holiday-safety-tips-griswold-style</guid>
5425. <description>
5426. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;For many of us, the holiday season is rich with nostalgia.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;As a safety professional, my nostalgia starts and stops each year with good ol’ Clark W. Griswold, the character played by Chevy Chase in the classic National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What safety lessons can we learn from the...]]>
5427. </description>
5428. </item>
5429. <item>
5430. <title>Tackling OSHA’s Top 10 Citations: 1926.1053 - Ladders</title>
5431. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1926-1053-ladders</link>
5432. <pubDate>Thu, 07 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5433. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1926-1053-ladders</guid>
5434. <description>
5435. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from Tackle OSHA’s Top 10.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James, you can listen to the webcast on demand.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;hr /&gt;&lt;p&gt;There&#039;s all kinds of different ladders on the market. We see extension ladder on the left, and on the right, we have what&#039;s...]]>
5436. </description>
5437. </item>
5438. <item>
5439. <title>5 Blended-Learning Benefits for Corporate Trainers</title>
5440. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/5-blended-learning-benefits-for-corporate-trainers</link>
5441. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2017 20:58:00 -0800</pubDate>
5442. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/5-blended-learning-benefits-for-corporate-trainers</guid>
5443. <description>
5444. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Blended learning has been a growing part of corporate training for a few years now. According to Training Magazine’s 2017 &lt;em&gt;Training Industry Report&lt;/em&gt;, companies reported that around 34.7% of training hours were delivered with &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-blended-learning-and-why-is-it-important&quot;&gt;blended-learning&lt;/a&gt; techniques in the past year—up 2.7% from just two years ago. &lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt...]]>
5445. </description>
5446. </item>
5447. <item>
5448. <title>Cleaning Products in California and Meeting Right-to-know Regulations</title>
5449. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/cleaning-products-in-california-and-meeting-right-to-know-regulations</link>
5450. <pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2017 09:42:00 -0800</pubDate>
5451. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/cleaning-products-in-california-and-meeting-right-to-know-regulations</guid>
5452. <description>
5453. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Recently passed legislation in California will require more transparency from manufacturers of cleaning products regarding the disclosure of their product ingredients, to both the public and to their employees.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to an &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/16348-cleaning-product-right-to-know-act-becomes-law-in-california&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;article in&lt;em&gt; Safety + Health &lt;/em&gt;magazine&lt;/a&gt;, California’s Cleaning Product Right to Know Act...]]>
5454. </description>
5455. </item>
5456. <item>
5457. <title>Tackling OSHA’s Top 10 Citations: 1910.178 - Powered Industrial Trucks</title>
5458. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1910-178-powered-industrial-trucks</link>
5459. <pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5460. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1910-178-powered-industrial-trucks</guid>
5461. <description>
5462. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from Tackle OSHA’s Top 10.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James, you can listen to the webcast on demand.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;hr style=&quot;margin:0px;border:none;height:3px;padding:0px;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.1);&quot; /&gt;&lt;p&gt;Number six most cited is for forklift operation. Some of the things that I would look for with regard to forklifts, and...]]>
5463. </description>
5464. </item>
5465. <item>
5466. <title>Home and Office Heating Safety</title>
5467. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/home-and-office-heating-safety</link>
5468. <pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2017 09:45:00 -0800</pubDate>
5469. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/home-and-office-heating-safety</guid>
5470. <description>
5471. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When the temperatures drop, the space heaters come out. Before plugging in or otherwise firing up your supplemental indoor heating, be sure you’re following some important safety practices.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Home heating fires are a significant cause of injuries. Between 2013-2015, the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/outreach/heating.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;U.S. Fire Administration&lt;/a&gt; reports that:&lt;/p&gt...]]>
5472. </description>
5473. </item>
5474. <item>
5475. <title>Why Employees Love Online Safety Training in 3 Quotes</title>
5476. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-employees-love-online-safety-training-in-3-quotes</link>
5477. <pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5478. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-employees-love-online-safety-training-in-3-quotes</guid>
5479. <description>
5480. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Last year, workers completed a record-breaking 1.7 million online safety courses with HSI.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The average course rating across all of our safety training titles: 3.8 out of 5 Stars.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How many stars would your employees give your current program? Hold that thought…&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Employees today have certain expectations for the...]]>
5481. </description>
5482. </item>
5483. <item>
5484. <title>OSHA Extends Compliance Date for Electronic Submission of Injury Reports</title>
5485. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-extends-compliance-date-for-electronic-submission-of-injury-reports</link>
5486. <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2017 09:48:00 -0800</pubDate>
5487. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-extends-compliance-date-for-electronic-submission-of-injury-reports</guid>
5488. <description>
5489. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;OSHA has extended the compliance deadline for certain employers to electronically submit reports on workplace injuries and illnesses until December 15, 2017.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/news/newsreleases/national/11222017&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;OSHA’s press release&lt;/a&gt; of November 22, 2017, the administration “has extended the date by which employers must electronically report injury and...]]>
5490. </description>
5491. </item>
5492. <item>
5493. <title>Tackling OSHA’s Top 10 Citations: 1910.147 - Lockout/Tagout</title>
5494. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1910-147-lockout-tagout</link>
5495. <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5496. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1910-147-lockout-tagout</guid>
5497. <description>
5498. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The sixth most cited hazard by OSHA in Fiscal Year 2022 is lockout/tagout or Control of Hazardous Energy (lockout/tagout), general industry (&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.147&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;29 CFR 1910.147&lt;/a&gt;). Lockout/Tagout has been in the Top 10 Most Frequently Cited OSHA Standards for years and it’s worth focusing on in depth...]]>
5499. </description>
5500. </item>
5501. <item>
5502. <title>Thanksgiving Food Safety</title>
5503. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/thanksgiving-food-safety</link>
5504. <pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2017 09:50:00 -0800</pubDate>
5505. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/thanksgiving-food-safety</guid>
5506. <description>
5507. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Big holidays mean big meals, and the granddaddy of them all here in the U.S. is the traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Be sure to follow some simple food safety steps to ensure your turkey dinner is as safe as it is delicious.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.cdc.gov/features/turkeytime/index.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;CDC&lt;/a&gt;...]]>
5508. </description>
5509. </item>
5510. <item>
5511. <title>Your Safety Program Isn’t Special (Here’s Why)</title>
5512. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/your-safety-program-isnt-special-heres-why</link>
5513. <pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5514. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/your-safety-program-isnt-special-heres-why</guid>
5515. <description>
5516. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;For many organizations, the safety training program is sacred: old, tested, believed-in.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Considered a reflection of leadership or part of an organization’s ‘DNA’, such safety programs may be so specific to familiar working environments and procedures that deviation seems inconceivable.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Anchored by injury/accident stories that are repeated year after...]]>
5517. </description>
5518. </item>
5519. <item>
5520. <title>Tackling OSHA’s Top 10 Citations: 1910.134 - Respiratory Protection</title>
5521. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1910-134-respiratory-protection</link>
5522. <pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5523. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1910-134-respiratory-protection</guid>
5524. <description>
5525. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from Tackle OSHA’s Top 10.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James, you can listen to the webcast on demand.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;hr style=&quot;margin:0px;border:none;height:3px;padding:0px;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.1);&quot; /&gt;&lt;p&gt;We have a picture here, of all the different ... many different types, rather, of respirators that employees could be using. The...]]>
5526. </description>
5527. </item>
5528. <item>
5529. <title>Let&#039;s T.A.L.K Safety Infographic</title>
5530. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lets-t-a-l-k-safety-infographic</link>
5531. <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2017 09:40:00 -0800</pubDate>
5532. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lets-t-a-l-k-safety-infographic</guid>
5533. <description>
5534. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Knowing the importance of safety in the workplace and community is just the beginning. Understanding how to prevent and react to emergencies can save lives. In this infographic from HSI, learn how you can &lt;strong&gt;t&lt;/strong&gt;rain, &lt;strong&gt;a&lt;/strong&gt;ct, &lt;strong&gt;l&lt;/strong&gt;earn and &lt;strong&gt;k&lt;/strong&gt;now about workplace safety, chemical compliance and emergency care. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Download...]]>
5535. </description>
5536. </item>
5537. <item>
5538. <title>Construction Safety Infographic</title>
5539. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/construction-safety-infographic</link>
5540. <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2017 09:38:00 -0800</pubDate>
5541. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/construction-safety-infographic</guid>
5542. <description>
5543. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Did you know that construction deaths account for more than 21% of all fatalities in private industry, and falls account for nearly 40% of those deaths? Learn about the top cited OSHA violations, and how most involve the construction industry. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Download this engaging infographic below or check out...]]>
5544. </description>
5545. </item>
5546. <item>
5547. <title>Workplace Injuries and Illnesses Infographic</title>
5548. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/workplace-injuries-and-illnesses-infographic</link>
5549. <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2017 09:26:00 -0800</pubDate>
5550. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/workplace-injuries-and-illnesses-infographic</guid>
5551. <description>
5552. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;According to OSHA, approximately 6,000 employees in the U.S. die from workplace injuries while another 50,000 die from illnesses caused by exposure to workplace hazards. Another 6 million workers suffer non-fatal workplace injuries at an annual cost to businesses of more than $125 billion.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Download this engaging infographic below...]]>
5553. </description>
5554. </item>
5555. <item>
5556. <title>Eye Safety Infographic</title>
5557. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/eye-safety-infographic</link>
5558. <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2017 09:25:00 -0800</pubDate>
5559. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/eye-safety-infographic</guid>
5560. <description>
5561. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Are your workers following the best practices for keeping their eyes safe? Each day nearly 2,000 U.S. workers sustain a job-related eye injury that requires medical treatment, and about 1/3 of the injuries are treated in hospital emergency departments.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Download this engaging infographic below. When you&#039;re ready to t.a.l.k...]]>
5562. </description>
5563. </item>
5564. <item>
5565. <title>AED Infographic</title>
5566. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/aed-infographic</link>
5567. <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2017 09:21:00 -0800</pubDate>
5568. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/aed-infographic</guid>
5569. <description>
5570. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Of the 49,555 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests analyzed in a study by the journal &lt;em&gt;Circulation&lt;/em&gt;, researchers found that nearly 66 percent of cardiac arrest victims survived to hospital discharge after a shock delivered by a bystander. Confirming that bystanders make a critical difference in assisting cardiac arrest victims before emergency...]]>
5571. </description>
5572. </item>
5573. <item>
5574. <title>Electrical Safety Infographic</title>
5575. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/electrical-safety-infographic</link>
5576. <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2017 09:19:00 -0800</pubDate>
5577. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/electrical-safety-infographic</guid>
5578. <description>
5579. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;According to the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI), electrical fatalities in the U.S. in 2016 increased by 15% from the previous year, and over half of all fatal electrical injuries occurred in the construction industry. Yet, there are best practices and tips that workers and people can follow to...]]>
5580. </description>
5581. </item>
5582. <item>
5583. <title>Fire Emergencies Infographic</title>
5584. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/fire-emergencies-infographic</link>
5585. <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2017 09:17:00 -0800</pubDate>
5586. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/fire-emergencies-infographic</guid>
5587. <description>
5588. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Did you know that, on average, U.S. fire departments responded to fire every 24 seconds, and a structure fire every minute? Home fires were responded to every 90 seconds, and a highway vehicle fire every three minutes. Most harrowing is the fact that fires claimed nine lives each and...]]>
5589. </description>
5590. </item>
5591. <item>
5592. <title>Wilderness First Aid</title>
5593. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/wilderness-first-aid</link>
5594. <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2017 09:14:00 -0800</pubDate>
5595. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/wilderness-first-aid</guid>
5596. <description>
5597. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;For those with outdoor leadership responsibilities, training in wilderness emergency care is a must. An important part of preparing for an outdoor adventure is ensuring access to first aid supplies for group and individual use.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Download this engaging infographic by clicking on the image. When you&#039;re ready to t.a.l.k...]]>
5598. </description>
5599. </item>
5600. <item>
5601. <title>Distracted Driving Infographic</title>
5602. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/distracted-driving-infographic</link>
5603. <pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2017 09:10:00 -0800</pubDate>
5604. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/distracted-driving-infographic</guid>
5605. <description>
5606. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;According to the NHTSA, approximately 660,000 drivers are using cell phones while driving during daylight hours, which creates enormous potential for deaths and injuries on U.S. roads. Employers can have a significant impact on driving behavior by making distracted driving awareness part of their company’s workplace safety culture.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Download...]]>
5607. </description>
5608. </item>
5609. <item>
5610. <title>If People Have Such Short Attention Spans, How is it We Can Binge-Watch Netflix?</title>
5611. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/if-people-have-such-short-attention-spans-how-is-it-we-can-binge-watch-netflix</link>
5612. <pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2017 15:25:00 -0800</pubDate>
5613. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/if-people-have-such-short-attention-spans-how-is-it-we-can-binge-watch-netflix</guid>
5614. <description>
5615. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s an honest question. These days you can’t turn around without seeing another article on how short our attention spans are, or how distracted we are at work. The assumption that attention spans are getting shorter and shorter has dramatically shaped the eLearning industry, with directors of learning looking...]]>
5616. </description>
5617. </item>
5618. <item>
5619. <title>Tackling OSHA’s Top 10 Citations: 1926.451 - Scaffolding</title>
5620. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1926-451-scaffolding</link>
5621. <pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5622. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1926-451-scaffolding</guid>
5623. <description>
5624. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from Tackle OSHA’s Top 10.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James, you can listen to the webcast on demand.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;hr /&gt;&lt;p&gt;When I mentioned fall protection earlier, I said in construction settings, the rule is anything six feet and greater, in general industry settings...]]>
5625. </description>
5626. </item>
5627. <item>
5628. <title>Tackling OSHA’s Top 10 Citations: 1910.1200 - Hazard Communication</title>
5629. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1910-1200-hazard-communication</link>
5630. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
5631. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1910-1200-hazard-communication</guid>
5632. <description>
5633. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from Tackle OSHA’s Top 10.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James, you can listen to the webcast on-demand.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;hr style=&quot;margin:0px;border:none;height:3px;padding:0px;background:rgba(0,0,0,0.1);&quot; /&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hazard communication is all about informing employees about the type of hazardous substances that they work with. As a former regulator, things that...]]>
5634. </description>
5635. </item>
5636. <item>
5637. <title>Tackling OSHA’s Top 10 Citations: 1926.501 - Fall Protection</title>
5638. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1926-501-fall-protection</link>
5639. <pubDate>Thu, 02 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5640. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tackling-oshas-top-10-citations-1926-501-fall-protection</guid>
5641. <description>
5642. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from Tackle OSHA’s Top 10.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James, you can listen to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://vividlearningsystems.com/safety-toolbox/tackle-oshas-top-10&quot;&gt;webcast on demand&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;hr /&gt;&lt;p&gt;The interesting thing with &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/admin/entries/blogEntries/%7Bpage_120%7D&quot;&gt;fall protection&lt;/a&gt; is there&#039;s a couple of different fall distance numbers for you to know or remember.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
5643. </description>
5644. </item>
5645. <item>
5646. <title>Top Training Challenges: How do you make the case for safety best practices?</title>
5647. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/top-training-challenges-how-do-you-make-the-case-for-safety-best-practices</link>
5648. <pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5649. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/top-training-challenges-how-do-you-make-the-case-for-safety-best-practices</guid>
5650. <description>
5651. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from our on demand webcast, Troubleshoot Your Training—Live!, hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James and Dr. Todd Loushine.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Dr. Todd Loushine:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Because we believe that or we always state that OSHA compliance is the minimum. When you want to go beyond the minimum...]]>
5652. </description>
5653. </item>
5654. <item>
5655. <title>Top Training Challenges: How do I get employees to buy-in to our safety program?</title>
5656. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/top-training-challenges-how-do-i-get-employees-to-buy-in-to-our-safety-program</link>
5657. <pubDate>Thu, 26 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5658. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/top-training-challenges-how-do-i-get-employees-to-buy-in-to-our-safety-program</guid>
5659. <description>
5660. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from our on demand webcast, Troubleshoot Your Training—Live!, hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James and Dr. Todd Loushine.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Dr. Todd Loushine:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Well, similar to what we had said about management buy-in is that we need to ... As a safety professional, we have...]]>
5661. </description>
5662. </item>
5663. <item>
5664. <title>Make It a Safe Halloween in Your Community</title>
5665. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/make-it-a-safe-halloween-in-your-community</link>
5666. <pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2017 09:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
5667. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/make-it-a-safe-halloween-in-your-community</guid>
5668. <description>
5669. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Before you send your little ghouls and goblins out on Halloween night, be sure they’re prepared for a safe and fun evening.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.cdc.gov/family/halloween/index.htm&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;CDC&lt;/a&gt; offers a list of best Halloween safety practices, including:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Fasten reflective tape to costumes and bags to help drivers see you.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Hold...]]>
5670. </description>
5671. </item>
5672. <item>
5673. <title>Top Training Challenges: How do you make training efficient, effective, and document it properly?</title>
5674. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/top-training-challenges-how-do-you-make-training-efficient-effective-and-document-it-properly</link>
5675. <pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5676. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/top-training-challenges-how-do-you-make-training-efficient-effective-and-document-it-properly</guid>
5677. <description>
5678. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from our on demand webcast, Troubleshoot Your Training—Live!, hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James and Dr. Todd Loushine.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Dr. Todd Loushine:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;I know everybody gets really hyper about training and a lot of the questions revolve around it which is great. I reviewed...]]>
5679. </description>
5680. </item>
5681. <item>
5682. <title>T.A.L.K. Safety With HSI</title>
5683. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/t-a-l-k-safety-with-hsi</link>
5684. <pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2017 09:56:00 -0700</pubDate>
5685. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/t-a-l-k-safety-with-hsi</guid>
5686. <description>
5687. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;At HSI, we want to encourage everyone to t.a.l.k about safety. When businesses and individuals “train, act, learn and know” what it takes to create a robust safety culture in the workplace, community and environment, everyone benefits.&lt;/p&gt;
5688. ]]>
5689. </description>
5690. </item>
5691. <item>
5692. <title>Top Training Challenges: How do you get management support for safety?</title>
5693. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/top-training-challenges-how-do-you-get-management-support-for-safety</link>
5694. <pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5695. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/top-training-challenges-how-do-you-get-management-support-for-safety</guid>
5696. <description>
5697. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from our on demand webcast, Troubleshoot Your Training—Live!, hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James and Dr. Todd Loushine.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Jill James:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Okay, well, I think this is ... In my own personal 20 years of doing this, this is where I&#039;ve failed and succeeded...]]>
5698. </description>
5699. </item>
5700. <item>
5701. <title>Top Training Challenges: How do you begin a safety program?</title>
5702. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/top-training-challenges-how-do-you-begin-a-safety-program</link>
5703. <pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5704. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/top-training-challenges-how-do-you-begin-a-safety-program</guid>
5705. <description>
5706. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from our on demand webcast, Troubleshoot Your Training—Live!, hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James and Dr. Todd Loushine.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Dr. Todd Loushine:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;This question is more for people who are sort of incidental safety professionals and I know we had a lot signed up...]]>
5707. </description>
5708. </item>
5709. <item>
5710. <title>Why Offer Workplace Safety Training?</title>
5711. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-offer-workplace-safety-training</link>
5712. <pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2017 10:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
5713. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-offer-workplace-safety-training</guid>
5714. <description>
5715. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;From compliance obligations to preventing injuries and saving lives, there are a lot of good reasons to offer safety training at your business. Whether your company is a multi-location global conglomerate or a one-room start-up, there are compelling reasons to ensure your employees have the knowledge and skills to...]]>
5716. </description>
5717. </item>
5718. <item>
5719. <title>Top Training Challenges: How do you become OSHA compliant?</title>
5720. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/top-training-challenges-how-do-you-become-osha-compliant</link>
5721. <pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5722. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/top-training-challenges-how-do-you-become-osha-compliant</guid>
5723. <description>
5724. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following is an excerpt from our on demand webcast, Troubleshoot Your Training—Live!, hosted by Chief Safety Officer Jill James and Dr. Todd Loushine.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Dr. Todd Loushine:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Okay, so this is a common question and it&#039;s not a simple, straightforward one either because the OSHA regulations apply based on...]]>
5725. </description>
5726. </item>
5727. <item>
5728. <title>OSHA’s Site-Specific Targeting Program (SST)</title>
5729. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/oshas-site-specific-targeting-program-sst</link>
5730. <pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5731. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/oshas-site-specific-targeting-program-sst</guid>
5732. <description>
5733. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The Site-Specific Targeting Program is OSHA’s primary programmed inspection plan. Its chief purpose is to cover non-construction worksites having 20 or more employees. In the spectrum of OSHA inspections, Site-Specific Targeting is unique in that there is a detailed, objective methodology behind the “neutral” scheduling of inspections under this...]]>
5734. </description>
5735. </item>
5736. <item>
5737. <title>The Shift</title>
5738. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-shift</link>
5739. <pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5740. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-shift</guid>
5741. <description>
5742. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Technology has transformed the way we work in fundamental ways, except for one—occupational health and safety.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Safety remains a reactionary business function, undervalued and often ignored.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;That’s why, when it comes to training, many organizations are still using the tools of the past.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This is the status quo: a...]]>
5743. </description>
5744. </item>
5745. <item>
5746. <title>New OSHA Silica Standard Now in Effect</title>
5747. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/new-osha-silica-standard-now-in-effect</link>
5748. <pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2017 10:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
5749. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/new-osha-silica-standard-now-in-effect</guid>
5750. <description>
5751. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The Respirable Crystalline Silica construction standard, 29 CFR § 1926.1153, became enforceable on September 23, 2017. OSHA’s Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary Thomas Galassi issued a memorandum on September 20 regarding the administration’s enforcement policy.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=INTERPRETATIONS&amp;amp;p_id=31292&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;memorandum&lt;/a&gt;:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&quot;During the first 30 days of enforcement...]]>
5752. </description>
5753. </item>
5754. <item>
5755. <title>Active Shooter Response &amp; Situational Awareness</title>
5756. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-response-situational-awareness</link>
5757. <pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5758. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/active-shooter-response-situational-awareness</guid>
5759. <description>
5760. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&quot;Mom, I&#039;m fairly certain we&#039;ll be having a lock-down drill today at school.&quot; – Kids everywhere right now.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Your student is probably correct.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Today, the horrific event in Las Vegas reminds me of something we can lean into as we pray for the dead, their families, the wounded survivors...]]>
5761. </description>
5762. </item>
5763. <item>
5764. <title>Knock, Knock—It’s OSHA: Programmed Inspections (Part 2)</title>
5765. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/knock-knock-its-osha-programmed-inspections-part-2</link>
5766. <pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5767. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/knock-knock-its-osha-programmed-inspections-part-2</guid>
5768. <description>
5769. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Programmed inspections are OSHA’s lowest enforcement priority, but these inspections outnumber unprogrammed inspections, so it is clear that programmed inspections are a significant part of OSHA’s enforcement strategy. It is OSHA policy that inspections conducted as programmed inspections be primarily in the “high hazard” sectors of employment.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;There are...]]>
5770. </description>
5771. </item>
5772. <item>
5773. <title>Knock, Knock—It’s OSHA: Programmed Inspections (Part 1)</title>
5774. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/knock-knock-its-osha-programmed-inspections-part-1</link>
5775. <pubDate>Thu, 28 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5776. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/knock-knock-its-osha-programmed-inspections-part-1</guid>
5777. <description>
5778. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s no secret that OSHA inspections trigger a fear response for some employers, where employees are sent scrambling to reconcile obvious issues on the shop floor, or wrangle paperwork while stalling an inspection, for example. That’s because, as evidenced by the volume of citations issued each year, many companies...]]>
5779. </description>
5780. </item>
5781. <item>
5782. <title>What’s the OSHA Data Initiative (ODI)?</title>
5783. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/whats-the-osha-data-initiative-odi</link>
5784. <pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5785. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/whats-the-osha-data-initiative-odi</guid>
5786. <description>
5787. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/recordkeeping/odi-background.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;OSHA Data Initiative (ODI)&lt;/a&gt; is a data collection effort to learn more about private-sector occupational injury &amp;amp; illness rates, for evaluation of trends, and statistics. OSHA uses this information to make decisions about enforcement. Each year, the ODI collects injury and illness data from...]]>
5788. </description>
5789. </item>
5790. <item>
5791. <title>How OSHA Evaluates the Safety of Your Business</title>
5792. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-osha-evaluates-the-safety-of-your-business</link>
5793. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5794. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-osha-evaluates-the-safety-of-your-business</guid>
5795. <description>
5796. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The OSHA Data Initiative (ODI) is a data collection effort to learn more about private-sector occupational injury &amp;amp; illness rates, for evaluation of trends, and statistics. OSHA uses this information to make decisions about enforcement. Each year, the ODI collects injury and illness data from approximately 80,000 employers within...]]>
5797. </description>
5798. </item>
5799. <item>
5800. <title>HSI Offering Discounted Courses to Support Hurricane Clean-up</title>
5801. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-offering-discounted-courses-to-support-hurricane-clean-up</link>
5802. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2017 10:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
5803. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-offering-discounted-courses-to-support-hurricane-clean-up</guid>
5804. <description>
5805. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;For environmental clean-up crews in Texas and Florida, they have their work cut out for them in the aftermath of two of the strongest hurricanes ever to impact the United States. Houses, businesses, schools – all face weeks and months of hard work in repairs and outright reconstruction. In...]]>
5806. </description>
5807. </item>
5808. <item>
5809. <title>How-To: Determining State or Federal OSHA Jurisdiction</title>
5810. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-determining-state-or-federal-osha-jurisdiction</link>
5811. <pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5812. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-determining-state-or-federal-osha-jurisdiction</guid>
5813. <description>
5814. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How-To: Determining State or Federal OSHA Jurisdiction &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Did You Know: Employers under state Occupational Safety &amp;amp; Health Administration (OSHA) plans often receive a citation because they have the federal OSHA workplace poster displayed in their workplace, and not the poster from the state OSHA program.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;All U.S. states...]]>
5815. </description>
5816. </item>
5817. <item>
5818. <title>Q &amp; A: State &amp; Federal Training Requirements</title>
5819. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-state-federal-training-requirements</link>
5820. <pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5821. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-state-federal-training-requirements</guid>
5822. <description>
5823. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Q &amp;amp; A: State &amp;amp; Federal Training Requirements&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “Where do I find information about state &amp;amp; federal safety training requirements or standards? The regulatory scheme seems confusing; I don’t know who needs training, when they need it, or on which safety topics?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer: &lt;/strong&gt;Occupational safety training requirements for...]]>
5824. </description>
5825. </item>
5826. <item>
5827. <title>Q &amp; A: The Sound of Quality Online Training</title>
5828. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-the-sound-of-quality-online-training</link>
5829. <pubDate>Thu, 07 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5830. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-the-sound-of-quality-online-training</guid>
5831. <description>
5832. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question: &lt;/strong&gt;“How to avoid auditory boredom. one on-line training used male voice for a few slides, then female voice for a few slides. Other ways to avoid the comment &#039;the voice over put me to sleep&#039;.”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer: &lt;/strong&gt;Some employees are always going to find a reason to complain, but...]]>
5833. </description>
5834. </item>
5835. <item>
5836. <title>Best Practices for Training Employees in Small Businesses</title>
5837. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/best-practices-for-training-employees-in-small-businesses</link>
5838. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2017 10:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
5839. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/best-practices-for-training-employees-in-small-businesses</guid>
5840. <description>
5841. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Just like in large organizations, small businesses also need to ensure their employees are appropriately trained to succeed at their jobs. Not to mention the business’s obligations to stay current with any training requirements mandated by OSHA and other regulatory bodies. Without the big labor pools to cover missed...]]>
5842. </description>
5843. </item>
5844. <item>
5845. <title>Q &amp; A: Management Support for Safety</title>
5846. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-management-support-for-safety</link>
5847. <pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5848. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-management-support-for-safety</guid>
5849. <description>
5850. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question:&lt;/strong&gt; “I don&#039;t seem to get full support from the supervisors when it comes to safety. As long as I&#039;m on site they follow thru with most safety policies but once I&#039;m not there they tend to cut short cuts. Example; they don&#039;t do tailgate meetings when I&#039;m there...]]>
5851. </description>
5852. </item>
5853. <item>
5854. <title>Q &amp; A: Paying Employees to Take Safety Training is Hard</title>
5855. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-paying-employees-to-take-safety-training-is-hard</link>
5856. <pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5857. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-paying-employees-to-take-safety-training-is-hard</guid>
5858. <description>
5859. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;em&gt;“Really trying to get middle management to understand that some training just might need to pull people out of the field and take the time to complete has been a major struggle as they are more concerned with having to pay people to train and not making money.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt...]]>
5860. </description>
5861. </item>
5862. <item>
5863. <title>When is Self-Directed Learning Right for Corporate Training and Development?</title>
5864. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/when-is-self-directed-learning-right-for-corporate-training-and-development</link>
5865. <pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2017 18:17:00 -0700</pubDate>
5866. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/when-is-self-directed-learning-right-for-corporate-training-and-development</guid>
5867. <description>
5868. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Self-directed learning is any process or system that allows individual learners to direct their own learning, depending on their individual needs and interests. Self-directed learning can include tools for learners to discover their learning needs, set goals, find content to meet those goals, get feedback, and discover new topics.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
5869. </description>
5870. </item>
5871. <item>
5872. <title>Emergency Preparedness Resources: Floods</title>
5873. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/emergency-preparedness-resources-floods</link>
5874. <pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5875. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/emergency-preparedness-resources-floods</guid>
5876. <description>
5877. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Floods happen each year and in times of crisis, &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;amp;rct=j&amp;amp;q=&amp;amp;esrc=s&amp;amp;source=web&amp;amp;cd=1&amp;amp;cad=rja&amp;amp;uact=8&amp;amp;ved=0ahUKEwiAx6Kk6_zVAhVCj1QKHT30BGYQFggmMAA&amp;amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fema.gov%2F&amp;amp;usg=AFQjCNGGabbQn8dDhZGbe25cXpEA1ueX_w&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;FEMA&lt;/a&gt; is the best source of information connecting all agencies and methods of resources and help.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We took a few minutes to narrow flood preparation resources down for you with these direct links for you and/or...]]>
5878. </description>
5879. </item>
5880. <item>
5881. <title>Q &amp; A: So You Want to Be a Safety Professional...</title>
5882. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-so-you-want-to-be-a-safety-professional</link>
5883. <pubDate>Sun, 27 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5884. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-so-you-want-to-be-a-safety-professional</guid>
5885. <description>
5886. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question:&lt;/strong&gt; “How can I break into the safety field with my certifications and construction experience, but zero &lt;em&gt;actual&lt;/em&gt; experience as a working safety pro?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer:&lt;/strong&gt; Here’s a blog post about how most people come to find themselves working in safety: The Incidental Safety Professional&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;And I’ve got some advice...]]>
5887. </description>
5888. </item>
5889. <item>
5890. <title>Q &amp; A: How to Get Managers Excited About Safety</title>
5891. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-how-to-get-managers-excited-about-safety</link>
5892. <pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5893. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-how-to-get-managers-excited-about-safety</guid>
5894. <description>
5895. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question:&lt;/strong&gt; How do you get management excited about helping with the training? Can&#039;t do it alone.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer:&lt;/strong&gt; The short answer is that “management” is easily excited by discovering or realizing value, so if you’re having motivational trouble with that tier, it may be because they do not understand the...]]>
5896. </description>
5897. </item>
5898. <item>
5899. <title>Q &amp; A: New to Safety - What do I do!?</title>
5900. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-new-to-safety-what-do-i-do</link>
5901. <pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5902. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-new-to-safety-what-do-i-do</guid>
5903. <description>
5904. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “I&#039;m new in the role of safety and it&#039;s overwhelming ramping up. I&#039;m trying to take one bite at a time but that is nearly impossible. Any ideas?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: You are not alone. Month after month, we hear a different version of your question from folks in your...]]>
5905. </description>
5906. </item>
5907. <item>
5908. <title>Q &amp; A: Employee Safety Responsibility</title>
5909. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-employee-safety-responsibility</link>
5910. <pubDate>Thu, 17 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5911. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-employee-safety-responsibility</guid>
5912. <description>
5913. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “How does accountability apply in your safety?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: That’s a broad question, and I’m not sure how specific you’re wanting to get, but speaking on behalf of Jill and Dr. Loushine, most safety professionals consider personal accountability in the workforce to be important—you won’t find a safety person...]]>
5914. </description>
5915. </item>
5916. <item>
5917. <title>Safety Comes in Many Colors</title>
5918. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-comes-in-many-colors</link>
5919. <pubDate>Wed, 16 Aug 2017 10:28:00 -0700</pubDate>
5920. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-comes-in-many-colors</guid>
5921. <description>
5922. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;You might not think of a construction site as a bright and colorful place, but the orange and yellow safety apparel worn by workers, especially in road work settings, is a common sight throughout the summer construction season. That neon clothing is as much a part of a worker’s...]]>
5923. </description>
5924. </item>
5925. <item>
5926. <title>Q &amp; A: Decline of Manufacturing Injuries</title>
5927. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-decline-of-manufacturing-injuries</link>
5928. <pubDate>Tue, 15 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5929. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-decline-of-manufacturing-injuries</guid>
5930. <description>
5931. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “Can the decline from 1970 to 2009 be attributed to the environment moving from manufacturing environment to a more office based environment for the workforce?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: &lt;a href=&quot;http://oem.bmj.com/content/55/7/485.short&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Yes, certainly&lt;/a&gt;. The gradual introduction of automation in the manufacturing sector also removed personnel from the workforce, year...]]>
5932. </description>
5933. </item>
5934. <item>
5935. <title>Q &amp; A: Top DOT Safety Issues</title>
5936. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-top-dot-safety-issues</link>
5937. <pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5938. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-top-dot-safety-issues</guid>
5939. <description>
5940. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question #1&lt;/strong&gt;: &lt;em&gt;“What is the one most difficult US DOT safety issue to combat?”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/Publications/motor_vehicle_guide.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Motor-vehicle related deaths&lt;/a&gt;. It’s merely an opinion, but to take the focus off of crash/incident reduction seems irresponsible, as vehicle crashes remain the most significant contributor to occupational fatalities.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question...]]>
5941. </description>
5942. </item>
5943. <item>
5944. <title>Q &amp; A: Distance Between Transformers &amp; Electrical Panels</title>
5945. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-distance-between-transformers-electrical-panels</link>
5946. <pubDate>Tue, 08 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5947. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-distance-between-transformers-electrical-panels</guid>
5948. <description>
5949. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “What are the Distance from Transformers and electrical Panels on the shop floor?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: I’ll say there is no hard and fast rule on this, as local building codes are the determining factor behind location of transformers. It’s a given that the accepted standard clearance for electrical panels...]]>
5950. </description>
5951. </item>
5952. <item>
5953. <title>New EH&amp;S Survey Offers Snapshot of the Industry</title>
5954. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/new-eh-s-survey-offers-snapshot-of-the-industry</link>
5955. <pubDate>Thu, 03 Aug 2017 06:32:00 -0700</pubDate>
5956. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/new-eh-s-survey-offers-snapshot-of-the-industry</guid>
5957. <description>
5958. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) published their inaugural “2017 State of Environmental Health &amp;amp; Safety Industry Survey” in July, and it reveals a growing concern with chemical exposure and chemical management issues.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The AIHA survey, which polled 744 EH&amp;amp;S professionals, discovered that, “Chemical exposure and chemical management combined...]]>
5959. </description>
5960. </item>
5961. <item>
5962. <title>Q &amp; A: How to Set Safety Expectations with Contractors</title>
5963. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-how-to-set-safety-expectations-with-contractors</link>
5964. <pubDate>Thu, 03 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5965. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-how-to-set-safety-expectations-with-contractors</guid>
5966. <description>
5967. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “What is the best way to convey safety expectations to contractors working at my site?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: Communication. I’ve got some thoughts on where to start…&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Working safely needs to be a condition of employment and part of performance evaluation. Write the necessary policies and procedures or revisit them...]]>
5968. </description>
5969. </item>
5970. <item>
5971. <title>Q &amp; A: What is the OHSAS 18000 Accreditation?</title>
5972. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-what-is-the-ohsas-18000-accreditation</link>
5973. <pubDate>Tue, 01 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5974. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-what-is-the-ohsas-18000-accreditation</guid>
5975. <description>
5976. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “I have big expectations for our safety program I want to get us the ohsas 18000/18001 accreditation how should I begin?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: First, I love your commitment to occupational health and safety performance.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;OHSAS 18000 is an international occupational health and safety management system specification. It’s also somewhat...]]>
5977. </description>
5978. </item>
5979. <item>
5980. <title>24-7 EMS Disaster Medicine</title>
5981. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/24-7-ems-disaster-medicine</link>
5982. <pubDate>Mon, 31 Jul 2017 16:21:00 -0700</pubDate>
5983. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/24-7-ems-disaster-medicine</guid>
5984. <description>
5985. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;HSI is proud to announce the new 24-7 EMS Disaster and Counter-Terrorism Medicine series.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This unique offering is a library of 48 online lectures covering the most important topics of disaster medi­cine, including mitigation, preparedness, response and specific disaster scenarios such as earthquakes, hurricanes and CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological...]]>
5986. </description>
5987. </item>
5988. <item>
5989. <title>Q &amp; A: Safety Accountability</title>
5990. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-safety-accountability</link>
5991. <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
5992. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-safety-accountability</guid>
5993. <description>
5994. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question:&lt;/strong&gt; “It is pretty easy to instill safety with our workers who work in our fabrication shop, but we have trouble keeping our installers, who move to different sites daily, to follow some of our safety rules. I think they know we cannot watch them all the time.”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer:&lt;/strong&gt...]]>
5995. </description>
5996. </item>
5997. <item>
5998. <title>State of Safety Report Grades States on Preventable Deaths and Accidents</title>
5999. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/state-of-safety-report-grades-states-on-preventable-deaths-and-accidents</link>
6000. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Jul 2017 06:36:00 -0700</pubDate>
6001. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/state-of-safety-report-grades-states-on-preventable-deaths-and-accidents</guid>
6002. <description>
6003. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In late June, the National Safety Council published its annual report that reviews and ranks the efforts states make in enacting measures to reduce preventable deaths and accidents. The report reviews road, home, community and workplace safety. No state received an overall “A” grade, with 11 scoring a failing...]]>
6004. </description>
6005. </item>
6006. <item>
6007. <title>Q &amp; A: How to Fix Boring Training?</title>
6008. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-how-to-fix-boring-training</link>
6009. <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6010. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-how-to-fix-boring-training</guid>
6011. <description>
6012. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question: &lt;/strong&gt;“How do we keep employees engaged in training we must do annually?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer: &lt;/strong&gt;Training programs do get stale, especially for compliance topics that folks have to take annually. This is the status quo situations for many organizations, and it doesn’t have to be this way.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Interactivity is the...]]>
6013. </description>
6014. </item>
6015. <item>
6016. <title>New OSHA Fact Sheet Demonstrates the Wide Range of Workplace EH&amp;S Concerns</title>
6017. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/new-osha-fact-sheet-demonstrates-the-wide-range-of-workplace-eh-s-concerns</link>
6018. <pubDate>Thu, 20 Jul 2017 06:38:00 -0700</pubDate>
6019. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/new-osha-fact-sheet-demonstrates-the-wide-range-of-workplace-eh-s-concerns</guid>
6020. <description>
6021. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you don’t work in a shipyard, you might not have heard about a recently released fact sheet from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Even for workers who don’t work at a dockside jobsite, the sheet provides a great demonstration of just how many components go into...]]>
6022. </description>
6023. </item>
6024. <item>
6025. <title>Q &amp; A: Chemical Management Plans: Lab Safety &amp; HAZCOM</title>
6026. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-chemical-management-plans-lab-safety-hazcom</link>
6027. <pubDate>Thu, 20 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6028. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-chemical-management-plans-lab-safety-hazcom</guid>
6029. <description>
6030. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question:&lt;/strong&gt; “What is the simplest way to have one chemical management plan to address both HazComm and Lab Standard (29CFR 1200 &amp;amp; 1450)?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer: &lt;/strong&gt;An addendum which addresses necessary elements of HAZCOM would be the preference, since CHPs are both critical to compliance with 1910.1450 &lt;em&gt;and &lt;/em&gt;lab-specific.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Are you...]]>
6031. </description>
6032. </item>
6033. <item>
6034. <title>LMS Implementation: A Concrete and Tactical Guide</title>
6035. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lms-implementation-a-concrete-and-tactical-guide</link>
6036. <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2017 20:10:00 -0700</pubDate>
6037. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lms-implementation-a-concrete-and-tactical-guide</guid>
6038. <description>
6039. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Most sales professionals feel that their job is done after the close. Me, I like to keep up with our new LMS clients, right on through implementation and early use. In talking with many of those clients, I’ve learned that the LMS implementation process itself can be a bottleneck...]]>
6040. </description>
6041. </item>
6042. <item>
6043. <title>Q &amp; A: Safety Ownership for Employees</title>
6044. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-safety-ownership-for-employees</link>
6045. <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6046. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-safety-ownership-for-employees</guid>
6047. <description>
6048. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “What is the best way to encourage employees to &quot;own&quot; safety and realize that an effective safety program is a benefit to them?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: This is a cultural concern, and there’s no panacea, no single ingredient to build commitment and ownership. It is all about safety attitudes.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;So...]]>
6049. </description>
6050. </item>
6051. <item>
6052. <title>Q &amp; A: Exempt from OSHA?</title>
6053. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-exempt-from-osha</link>
6054. <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6055. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-exempt-from-osha</guid>
6056. <description>
6057. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “If the state has no written program, is a &#039;public&#039; entity exempt from OSHA? Also, what is your recommendation regarding ensuring compliance across multiple industries /segregated divisions? Thanks!”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: Nope. There are states with OSHA-Approved state plans and states covered by federal OSHA: &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/dcsp/osp/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;OSHA...]]>
6058. </description>
6059. </item>
6060. <item>
6061. <title>Responding to Cardiac Arrest in the Workplace</title>
6062. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/responding-to-cardiac-arrest-in-the-workplace</link>
6063. <pubDate>Tue, 11 Jul 2017 06:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
6064. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/responding-to-cardiac-arrest-in-the-workplace</guid>
6065. <description>
6066. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Some recent surveys have revealed a significant lack of training and preparedness for responding to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) incidents in U.S. workplaces.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A survey commissioned by the American Heart Association concluded that many American workers do not have access to emergency care training, nor do they know the...]]>
6067. </description>
6068. </item>
6069. <item>
6070. <title>OSHA Recommends Water, Rest and Shade for Outdoor Workers</title>
6071. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-recommends-water-rest-and-shade-for-outdoor-workers</link>
6072. <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2017 06:45:00 -0700</pubDate>
6073. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-recommends-water-rest-and-shade-for-outdoor-workers</guid>
6074. <description>
6075. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;For those who work outdoors, the next several months can be a difficult time of year as the weather heats up around the U.S. OSHA’s annual “Water. Rest. Shade.” campaign offers suggestions and resources to help employers and workers keep it cool on their jobsites.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;At &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/heat/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot...]]>
6076. </description>
6077. </item>
6078. <item>
6079. <title>Q &amp; A: How to Record &amp; Report Injuries to Temp Employees</title>
6080. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-how-to-record-report-injuries-to-temp-employees</link>
6081. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6082. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-how-to-record-report-injuries-to-temp-employees</guid>
6083. <description>
6084. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “If we have a temporary employee (from temp agency), said employee was hurt on the job. Note: we supervise this employee in day to day activity. The temp agency sent said employee to temp agency medical facility. This resulted in days away from work. Which company log should...]]>
6085. </description>
6086. </item>
6087. <item>
6088. <title>The Mary Poppins Effect on Safety Training</title>
6089. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-mary-poppins-effect-on-safety-training</link>
6090. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6091. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-mary-poppins-effect-on-safety-training</guid>
6092. <description>
6093. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I’m a salesperson with a fancy title that tries to make me seem less sales-ey. All day, every day, I proclaim that our safety content is the best on the planet.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Word for word, that’s exactly what I say. Because I truly believe it. Look me in the eye...]]>
6094. </description>
6095. </item>
6096. <item>
6097. <title>Safety First When It Comes to Fireworks</title>
6098. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-first-when-it-comes-to-fireworks</link>
6099. <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jun 2017 06:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
6100. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-first-when-it-comes-to-fireworks</guid>
6101. <description>
6102. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;While the breathtaking, sky-filling displays will be left to the professionals, millions of Americans will celebrate the upcoming Independence Day holiday with purchased fireworks right in their own backyards. And that can lead to injuries.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.nfpa.org/public-education/by-topic/wildfire-and-seasonal-fires/fireworks&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;National Fire Protection Association&lt;/a&gt;:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;From 2009-2013, U.S...]]>
6103. </description>
6104. </item>
6105. <item>
6106. <title>Q &amp; A: Safety Attitudes &amp; Safety Engagement</title>
6107. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-safety-attitudes-safety-engagement</link>
6108. <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6109. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-safety-attitudes-safety-engagement</guid>
6110. <description>
6111. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “What should you do when a company&#039;s safety attitude is negatively impacting your morale?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: Love the question. You have two options…&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;Try and change the culture around safety. It may sound impossible, but if you don’t try, who will? You might find colleagues who feel as you...]]>
6112. </description>
6113. </item>
6114. <item>
6115. <title>Q &amp; A: How to change my safety culture?</title>
6116. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-how-to-change-my-safety-culture</link>
6117. <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6118. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-how-to-change-my-safety-culture</guid>
6119. <description>
6120. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question:&lt;/strong&gt; “How do you change the safety culture in the work place when the budget is always the issue held above employee safety?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer: &lt;/strong&gt;Executives get excited about things they understand and see as valuable—your executives do not value safety.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;That means, they need education.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;First, you’ve got to...]]>
6121. </description>
6122. </item>
6123. <item>
6124. <title>Q &amp; A: Safety Manuals</title>
6125. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-safety-manuals</link>
6126. <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6127. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-safety-manuals</guid>
6128. <description>
6129. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “Safety manuals overview or detailed; What is best?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: Think if you proved one or the other…which version do you think will be most read by your intended audience? There’s your answer. But why not have both, to satisfy those folks inclined to go deeper? Write the detailed...]]>
6130. </description>
6131. </item>
6132. <item>
6133. <title>Q &amp; A: How to Minimize the Disruption of Training</title>
6134. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-how-to-minimize-the-disruption-of-training</link>
6135. <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6136. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-how-to-minimize-the-disruption-of-training</guid>
6137. <description>
6138. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “Our turnover rate is very high from our temp agencies; how do we train everyone that comes in and still run production with people in and out constantly?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: You’re ahead of the curve in even asking the question, so kudos—many companies ignore OSHA’s “shared responsibility” doctrine for...]]>
6139. </description>
6140. </item>
6141. <item>
6142. <title>Q &amp; A: Death By PowerPoint</title>
6143. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-death-by-powerpoint</link>
6144. <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6145. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-death-by-powerpoint</guid>
6146. <description>
6147. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “What is the best way to move beyond death by PowerPoint in training?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: Try telling a story…watch the video posted above, for inspiration.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Learn more about &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/safety-training&quot;&gt;workplace safety training&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt; ...]]>
6148. </description>
6149. </item>
6150. <item>
6151. <title>OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week</title>
6152. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/oshas-safe-sound-week</link>
6153. <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jun 2017 06:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
6154. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/oshas-safe-sound-week</guid>
6155. <description>
6156. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;June 12-18, 2017, is OSHA’s inaugural “&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/safeandsoundweek/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Safe + Sound Week&lt;/a&gt;,” and it’s all about recognizing the value of a robust safety culture in the workplace.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;As OSHA explains it:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“Safe workplaces are sound businesses. Successful safety and health programs can proactively identify and manage workplace...]]>
6157. </description>
6158. </item>
6159. <item>
6160. <title>How I Failed as a Safety Manager</title>
6161. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-i-failed-as-a-safety-manager</link>
6162. <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6163. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-i-failed-as-a-safety-manager</guid>
6164. <description>
6165. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How I Failed as a Safety Manager&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;By Peter Jensen Sr.&lt;br /&gt;Published on February 1, 2017&lt;br /&gt;Follow “Safety Pete” on &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-jensen-sr-safety-pete-cusp-708b8320/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;LinkedIn&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I have managed safety for some 30 years, to one extent or another. This includes union and nonunion as well as all trades, from...]]>
6166. </description>
6167. </item>
6168. <item>
6169. <title>Hepatitis C Infection Rate Increasing</title>
6170. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hepatitis-c-infection-rate-increasing</link>
6171. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Jun 2017 06:51:00 -0700</pubDate>
6172. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hepatitis-c-infection-rate-increasing</guid>
6173. <description>
6174. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently announced that the U.S. is seeing a significant upward trend in the number of hepatitis C cases reported.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.cdc.gov/nchhstp/newsroom/2017/Hepatitis-Surveillance-Press-Release.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;CDC’s press release&lt;/a&gt;, the number of new infections reported has almost tripled over the last...]]>
6175. </description>
6176. </item>
6177. <item>
6178. <title>Q &amp; A: Building Confined Spaces</title>
6179. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-building-confined-spaces</link>
6180. <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6181. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-building-confined-spaces</guid>
6182. <description>
6183. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “Confined space: working in construction, when does the space your are building become a confined space? It starts out fine but the finished product is a confined space.”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: There’s gotta be a ‘know-it-when-you-see-it’ factor here, right? Two things to consider in relation to the updated &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/confinedspaces/faq.html&quot...]]>
6184. </description>
6185. </item>
6186. <item>
6187. <title>Q &amp; A: Proving the ROI of Safety Training</title>
6188. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-proving-the-roi-of-safety-training</link>
6189. <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6190. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-proving-the-roi-of-safety-training</guid>
6191. <description>
6192. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “What are the ways that ROI can be determined for Training that we can show Mgmt that shows Training is needed?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: You’re in luck! We have an &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/safety-training/return-on-investment-calculator&quot;&gt;online ROI calculator&lt;/a&gt; for safety training.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;There’s a lot of psychology involved with upsetting the status quo (people get...]]>
6193. </description>
6194. </item>
6195. <item>
6196. <title>Q &amp; A: Two Hands on a Ladder? 1910.21 - 1910.30—Walking Working Surfaces</title>
6197. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-two-hands-on-a-ladder-1910-21-1910-30-walking-working-surfaces</link>
6198. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6199. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-two-hands-on-a-ladder-1910-21-1910-30-walking-working-surfaces</guid>
6200. <description>
6201. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “Can you work on a ladder that is above the height required for fall protection? If yes, can you use two hands to work. If not, can you point to the specific regulation that prohibits this? Thanks!”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: Yes, yes, and there is no specific regulation addressing either...]]>
6202. </description>
6203. </item>
6204. <item>
6205. <title>Q &amp; A: Post-Incident Drug Testing</title>
6206. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-post-incident-drug-testing</link>
6207. <pubDate>Tue, 30 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6208. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-post-incident-drug-testing</guid>
6209. <description>
6210. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “How do I decided when to drug test for an injury?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: “The rule does not prohibit drug testing of employees. It only prohibits employers from using drug testing, or the threat of drug testing, as a form of retaliation against employees who report injuries or illnesses. If...]]>
6211. </description>
6212. </item>
6213. <item>
6214. <title>All the OSHA Acronyms! With Definitions!</title>
6215. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/all-the-osha-acronyms-with-definitions</link>
6216. <pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6217. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/all-the-osha-acronyms-with-definitions</guid>
6218. <description>
6219. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;One of the frustrating things about the government—or any large bureaucratic institution—is the jargon.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Least popular for laymen are acronyms; an acronym (&lt;em&gt;noun&lt;/em&gt;) is an abbreviation formed from the initial letters of other words and pronounced as a word.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Without context, they make knowledge less accessible and can create...]]>
6220. </description>
6221. </item>
6222. <item>
6223. <title>Q &amp; A: Combustible Waste Materials</title>
6224. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-combustible-waste-materials</link>
6225. <pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6226. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-combustible-waste-materials</guid>
6227. <description>
6228. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;em&gt;“&lt;/em&gt;&lt;em&gt;I&lt;/em&gt;&lt;em&gt;s there a rule on size of shred bins with no sprinkler system in the work place?”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer: &lt;/strong&gt;Nope.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;OSHA’s interpretation of “combustible waste materials” is wide, but unless you’re shredding oil rags, there is no specific guidance.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)—where &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/admin/entries/blogEntries/%7Bpage_31%7D&quot;&gt;OSHA&lt;/a&gt; turns for...]]>
6229. </description>
6230. </item>
6231. <item>
6232. <title>The DOL Wants to Hear From You</title>
6233. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-dol-wants-to-hear-from-you</link>
6234. <pubDate>Tue, 23 May 2017 06:56:00 -0700</pubDate>
6235. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-dol-wants-to-hear-from-you</guid>
6236. <description>
6237. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In March, President Trump signed an executive order directing:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“[T]he Director of the Office of Management and Budget to present the President with a plan that recommends ways to reorganize the executive branch and eliminate unnecessary agencies.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.whitehouse.gov/reorganizing-the-executive-branch&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;an article at whitehouse.gov&lt;/a&gt;, the public...]]>
6238. </description>
6239. </item>
6240. <item>
6241. <title>Q &amp; A: Learning Management Systems</title>
6242. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-learning-management-systems</link>
6243. <pubDate>Tue, 23 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6244. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-learning-management-systems</guid>
6245. <description>
6246. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “Do you have any recommendations for a stand-alone training data management tool. A program that tracks training a stand alone program?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: Yes. I recommend acquiring a Learning Management System (LMS).&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We’ve got a good one available to you…&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What you need is an LMS and we have...]]>
6247. </description>
6248. </item>
6249. <item>
6250. <title>Is DIY Safety Training Right for Your Organization?</title>
6251. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/is-diy-safety-training-right-for-your-organization</link>
6252. <pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6253. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/is-diy-safety-training-right-for-your-organization</guid>
6254. <description>
6255. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;You’re ready to take safety training to the next level—that’s a good thing.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Because if you think you need safety training, you’re probably right. In fact, most organizations do, with few exceptions. Not only is the provision of occupational safety training federal law, there are many reasons to develop...]]>
6256. </description>
6257. </item>
6258. <item>
6259. <title>What Is Micro-Learning?</title>
6260. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-micro-learning</link>
6261. <pubDate>Thu, 18 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6262. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-micro-learning</guid>
6263. <description>
6264. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I’ve been in the learning space for so long that I find these conversations about “microlearning” humorous. Because, in the eLearning industry, we rename things and label things to make them seem shiny and new.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;So what’s “microlearning”?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“Microlearning is a way of teaching and delivering content to learners...]]>
6265. </description>
6266. </item>
6267. <item>
6268. <title>Q &amp; A: OSHA Inspections – Employee Interviews</title>
6269. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-osha-inspections-employee-interviews</link>
6270. <pubDate>Thu, 18 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6271. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-osha-inspections-employee-interviews</guid>
6272. <description>
6273. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: &lt;em&gt;“Is there a statue that allows OSHA inspectors to record interviews?”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Answer: Well, yes, there is a “directive” (CPL 02-00-098). However, employee interviews are voluntary and employees have the right to refuse; likewise, &lt;strong&gt;employees must grant their consent to be recorded on audio or video.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=DIRECTIVES&amp;amp;p_id=1670&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot...]]>
6274. </description>
6275. </item>
6276. <item>
6277. <title>Road Construction Season is Here</title>
6278. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/road-construction-season-is-here</link>
6279. <pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2017 06:59:00 -0700</pubDate>
6280. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/road-construction-season-is-here</guid>
6281. <description>
6282. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;You may have already noticed that your state’s department of transportation has been dispatching construction crews to your local roads and highways. During the warm weather road construction season, additional hazards come into play for drivers and roadside workers.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/TS/docs/Workzone/2017_WZ_Resource_Info.pdf&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Oregon Department of Transportation offers...]]>
6283. </description>
6284. </item>
6285. <item>
6286. <title>Q &amp; A: How to Start More Safety Discussions</title>
6287. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-how-to-start-more-safety-discussions</link>
6288. <pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6289. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-how-to-start-more-safety-discussions</guid>
6290. <description>
6291. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “Ideas for improving and encouraging peer-to-peer safety conversations?’&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer: &lt;/strong&gt;Employees get excited about things they see as valuable, right?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;So I think first of opportunities to demonstrate leadership, achieve recognition, earn promotions, assume key roles and responsibilities, etc. Not everybody cares about that stuff, however.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;That’s okay. There...]]>
6292. </description>
6293. </item>
6294. <item>
6295. <title>Q &amp; A: Fatality Audits</title>
6296. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-fatality-audits</link>
6297. <pubDate>Thu, 11 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6298. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-fatality-audits</guid>
6299. <description>
6300. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question: &quot;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Do you recommend that employees have representation (legal) during major injury or fatality audits?&quot;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;“Yeah, that&#039;s always good advice. Finding an attorney who understands labor law is a bit trickier in some regions, but not impossible.&quot;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Seeing how those situations can put members of the workforce under...]]>
6301. </description>
6302. </item>
6303. <item>
6304. <title>Training Accessibility &amp; Design: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Rehabilitation Act</title>
6305. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/training-accessibility-design-americans-with-disabilities-act-ada-and-rehabilitation-act</link>
6306. <pubDate>Wed, 10 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6307. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/training-accessibility-design-americans-with-disabilities-act-ada-and-rehabilitation-act</guid>
6308. <description>
6309. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Providing &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/safety-training&quot;&gt;safety training online &lt;/a&gt;that is accessible to individuals with disabilities is a critical component of any online training program. Fortunately, it’s not very difficult to increase the accessibility of online courses for workers whose disability may affect their capacity to train online. With nearly 57% of people...]]>
6310. </description>
6311. </item>
6312. <item>
6313. <title>Stand-down for Fall Prevention</title>
6314. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/stand-down-for-fall-prevention</link>
6315. <pubDate>Tue, 09 May 2017 07:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
6316. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/stand-down-for-fall-prevention</guid>
6317. <description>
6318. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;While preventing falls where workers use ladders and lifts to carry out their job duties is a year-round task for any organization, OSHA and its partners have declared May 8-12, 2017, as National Safety Stand-Down to prevent falls in construction.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The 4th annual &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=NEWS_RELEASES&amp;amp;p_id=33888&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;National Fall...]]>
6319. </description>
6320. </item>
6321. <item>
6322. <title>Q &amp; A: Whistle Blower Inspections</title>
6323. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-whistle-blower-inspections</link>
6324. <pubDate>Tue, 09 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6325. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-whistle-blower-inspections</guid>
6326. <description>
6327. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: &lt;em&gt;“What criteria is used to determine if an inspection needs to happen when someone whistle blows on the company?”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/as/opa/worker/handling.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Here’s&lt;/a&gt; everything you want to know…&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Federal OSHA Complaint Handling Process&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;OSHA evaluates each complaint to determine how it can be handled best--an off-site...]]>
6328. </description>
6329. </item>
6330. <item>
6331. <title>Q &amp; A: OSHA’s Top 10 Most Frequently Cited Standards</title>
6332. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-oshas-top-10-most-frequently-cited-standards</link>
6333. <pubDate>Thu, 04 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6334. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-oshas-top-10-most-frequently-cited-standards</guid>
6335. <description>
6336. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question:&lt;/strong&gt; “Does OSHA have a &quot;high-risk&quot; hazard list, like combustible dust, or lack of FR clothing in facilities with Flash Fire risks?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer:&lt;/strong&gt; See &lt;a href=&quot;https://blog.dol.gov/2016/10/18/top-10-osha-citations-of-2016-a-starting-point-for-workplace-safety&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;OSHA’s Top 10 Citations of 2016&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Annually, OSHA releases its Top 10 list upon review of citations issued to employers across...]]>
6337. </description>
6338. </item>
6339. <item>
6340. <title>Q &amp; A: OSHA Inspections - Warrants &amp; Denial of Entry</title>
6341. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-osha-inspections-warrants-denial-of-entry</link>
6342. <pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6343. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-osha-inspections-warrants-denial-of-entry</guid>
6344. <description>
6345. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: &lt;em&gt;“can you refuse access if they refuse to sign in?”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: Yes, you can: &lt;em&gt;“…an employer has a right to require that the CSHO seek an inspection warrant prior to entering an establishment and may refuse entry without such a warrant.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;And here’s what happens when you do...]]>
6346. </description>
6347. </item>
6348. <item>
6349. <title>HSI’s Online Safety Engagement Survey Available Now</title>
6350. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/vivids-online-safety-engagement-survey-available-now</link>
6351. <pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6352. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/vivids-online-safety-engagement-survey-available-now</guid>
6353. <description>
6354. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;HSI Learning Systems is live with a new online tool for measuring employee perceptions and attitudes about occupational health and safety.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;With its new &lt;strong&gt;Safety Engagement Survey&lt;/strong&gt;, HSI Learning Systems is helping employers identify important gaps in perception that influence safety culture, and learn more about employee attitudes, like...]]>
6355. </description>
6356. </item>
6357. <item>
6358. <title>Honoring Worker Memorial Day</title>
6359. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/honoring-worker-memorial-day</link>
6360. <pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6361. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/honoring-worker-memorial-day</guid>
6362. <description>
6363. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Shamus and Kortney are Judy’s sons.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Both sons died on-the-job, almost exactly one year apart from each other.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Shamus died in Afghanistan while serving our country; Kortney died at his workplace in Ohio.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Their mother, Judy, was my co-worker for 3 years.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;When Judy told me of her son’s...]]>
6364. </description>
6365. </item>
6366. <item>
6367. <title>Q &amp; A: Portable Ladder - ANSI Standards</title>
6368. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-portable-ladder-ansi-standards</link>
6369. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6370. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-portable-ladder-ansi-standards</guid>
6371. <description>
6372. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question: &lt;/strong&gt;“What is the minimum weight capacity allowed for a portable ladder in general industry?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer: &lt;/strong&gt;Wood, or metal? In relation to portable metal ladders, the 1910.26 standard does state that…&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;1910.26(c)(3)(ii)&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Portable ladders are designed as a one-man working ladder based on a 200-pound load.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;1910.25, covering portable...]]>
6373. </description>
6374. </item>
6375. <item>
6376. <title>Q &amp; A: OSHA Inspections &amp; Subpoenas</title>
6377. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-osha-inspections-subpoenas</link>
6378. <pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6379. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-osha-inspections-subpoenas</guid>
6380. <description>
6381. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: &lt;em&gt;“Are employees required to speak to the inspector?”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: No. Employee interviews are voluntary. However, OSHA can work to secure a subpoena to force an interview, but that is not an immediate outcome. No employee can be compelled to sit for a one-on-one, private interview on site with...]]>
6382. </description>
6383. </item>
6384. <item>
6385. <title>Q &amp; A: Stop Work Order - Hazard Mitigation</title>
6386. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-stop-work-order-hazard-mitigation</link>
6387. <pubDate>Thu, 20 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6388. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-stop-work-order-hazard-mitigation</guid>
6389. <description>
6390. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question: &lt;/strong&gt;“What happens when one suddenly comes upon a previously-unknown hazard—does work have to cease until training is done?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer:&lt;/strong&gt; The answer is, not necessarily. If the hazard can be eliminated immediately, say, for example, when a fire escape route is blocked by boxes, you can clear the exit...]]>
6391. </description>
6392. </item>
6393. <item>
6394. <title>Q &amp; A: Occupational Injury Reporting &amp; Inspection Recording</title>
6395. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-occupational-injury-reporting-inspection-recording</link>
6396. <pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6397. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-occupational-injury-reporting-inspection-recording</guid>
6398. <description>
6399. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question #1&lt;/strong&gt;: &lt;em&gt;1 Can you record questions and answers of the inspection&lt;/em&gt;&lt;em&gt;?&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer #1&lt;/strong&gt;: Yes and no. There’s nothing in statute banning employers from recording the inspection process, with one notable exception: one-on-one interviews with employees are private, but those interviews are voluntary, and your employees have the right...]]>
6400. </description>
6401. </item>
6402. <item>
6403. <title>Q &amp; A: Chlorine Safety</title>
6404. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-chlorine-safety</link>
6405. <pubDate>Thu, 13 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6406. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-chlorine-safety</guid>
6407. <description>
6408. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “We are an electroforming company that uses hydrochloric acid in some of the tanks. Do we need chlorine safety training?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer: &lt;/strong&gt;This answer is based on exposure in your work environments; see &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&amp;amp;p_id=9992&amp;amp;p_text_version=FALSE&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;1910.1000 TABLE Z-1&lt;/a&gt; = 1 ppm, 3 mg/m&lt;sup&gt;3&lt;/sup&gt; Ceiling.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;So we’re talking...]]>
6409. </description>
6410. </item>
6411. <item>
6412. <title>Q &amp; A: Ladders, Bucket Trucks, and Scaffolding</title>
6413. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-ladders-bucket-trucks-and-scaffolding</link>
6414. <pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6415. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-ladders-bucket-trucks-and-scaffolding</guid>
6416. <description>
6417. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Questions:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;(1) &lt;em&gt;“Can you stand on a two sided ladder over the top with a leg on each side?”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: No. This Supervisor Safety Tip for Ladder Safety explains why.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;(2) &lt;em&gt;“Can a bucket truck be moved with the bucket in the cradle but a worker in the bucket...]]>
6418. </description>
6419. </item>
6420. <item>
6421. <title>Unsafe Behaviors</title>
6422. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/unsafe-behaviors</link>
6423. <pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6424. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/unsafe-behaviors</guid>
6425. <description>
6426. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What’s the hazard here?&lt;/strong&gt; The employee is working from an unprotected side or edge without benefit of a fall protection measure.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Let’s just take a moment to acknowledge the concept of Behavior-Based Safety. Ultimately, we don’t know if this employee—dangerously perched on a ledge without benefit of fall...]]>
6427. </description>
6428. </item>
6429. <item>
6430. <title>Q &amp; A: Formaldehyde (formalin) - 1910.1048</title>
6431. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-formaldehyde-formalin-1910-1048</link>
6432. <pubDate>Thu, 06 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6433. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-formaldehyde-formalin-1910-1048</guid>
6434. <description>
6435. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “In regards to the formalin, in the medical clinic we occasionally use the formalin jars for specimens, would we be required to be training on this?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer: &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_id=10075&amp;amp;p_table=STANDARDS&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;1910.1048&lt;/a&gt; is OSHA’s governing standard.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Depending on the amount of formalin present at your facility, and the...]]>
6436. </description>
6437. </item>
6438. <item>
6439. <title>Q &amp; A: OSHA Inspection Scope Limitations</title>
6440. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-osha-inspection-scope-limitations</link>
6441. <pubDate>Tue, 04 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6442. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-osha-inspection-scope-limitations</guid>
6443. <description>
6444. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;em&gt;“What if inspectors question does not relate to the items that spawned inspection? Can the person be told they don&#039;t have to answer?”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: No employer or employee can be compelled to volunteer information, however, OSHA can subpoena for any information deemed necessary to complete an inspection, and...]]>
6445. </description>
6446. </item>
6447. <item>
6448. <title>Fresh Content Matters, Here&#039;s Why</title>
6449. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/fresh-content-matters-heres-why</link>
6450. <pubDate>Mon, 03 Apr 2017 10:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
6451. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/fresh-content-matters-heres-why</guid>
6452. <description>
6453. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Life is full of expiration dates including your food, household products, and believe it or not, even your training content. When something needs to be replaced, you don’t wait until it’s completely useless. We’ve all had that feeling when we’re excited about something only to find out that it...]]>
6454. </description>
6455. </item>
6456. <item>
6457. <title>Scaffold No-No</title>
6458. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/scaffold-no-no</link>
6459. <pubDate>Mon, 03 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6460. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/scaffold-no-no</guid>
6461. <description>
6462. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What’s the hazard here?&lt;/strong&gt; What &lt;em&gt;isn’t&lt;/em&gt; the hazard here is the better question, right? Let’s keep this simple. Each manufactured scaffold comes with load charts explaining the load bearing capacity, and based on how many frames of scaffold height, and taking into consideration if the scaffolding is erected...]]>
6463. </description>
6464. </item>
6465. <item>
6466. <title>Q &amp; A: Walking-Working Surfaces Final Rule</title>
6467. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-walking-working-surfaces-final-rule</link>
6468. <pubDate>Thu, 30 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6469. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-walking-working-surfaces-final-rule</guid>
6470. <description>
6471. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question: &lt;/strong&gt;“What are the new training requirements in 1910.30? I don&#039;t understand who I&#039;m supposed to train and what I&#039;m supposed to train them on.”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer: &lt;/strong&gt;As a result of OSHA’s final rule for walking-working surfaces (1910.30), we updated four of our most popular online courses for compliance with...]]>
6472. </description>
6473. </item>
6474. <item>
6475. <title>April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month - 2017</title>
6476. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/april-is-distracted-driving-awareness-month-1</link>
6477. <pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2017 07:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
6478. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/april-is-distracted-driving-awareness-month-1</guid>
6479. <description>
6480. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Everyone who has been behind a wheel knows that distracted driving is a reality that plagues our roads today. From texting to fiddling with radio settings to eating while driving, distracted drivers present an ongoing hazard.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;At &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.distraction.gov/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;distraction.gov&lt;/a&gt;, a website dedicated to encouraging best practices...]]>
6481. </description>
6482. </item>
6483. <item>
6484. <title>Q &amp; A: Addressing Citations</title>
6485. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-addressing-citations</link>
6486. <pubDate>Tue, 28 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6487. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-addressing-citations</guid>
6488. <description>
6489. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: “How much time do you have to correct the citation?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: Depends on the citation and time set forth, but there’s a 15 business day grace period to allow for the filing of “Notice to Contest”.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How to Comply&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;For violations you do not contest, you must: promptly...]]>
6490. </description>
6491. </item>
6492. <item>
6493. <title>False Fall Protection</title>
6494. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/false-fall-protection</link>
6495. <pubDate>Tue, 21 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6496. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/false-fall-protection</guid>
6497. <description>
6498. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What’s the hazard here?&lt;/strong&gt; Fall hazard. When employees are exposed to falls of greater than 4-feet in general industry settings and greater than 6-feet in construction settings, they must be protected from falling. That means they need fall protection, like personal fall arrest systems, harnesses, etc.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In this case...]]>
6499. </description>
6500. </item>
6501. <item>
6502. <title>Q &amp; A: The 4 D&#039;s of Documentation</title>
6503. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-the-4-ds-of-documentation</link>
6504. <pubDate>Tue, 21 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6505. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-the-4-ds-of-documentation</guid>
6506. <description>
6507. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Question&lt;/strong&gt;: &lt;em&gt;“Can you review the four D&#039;s of documentation?”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Answer&lt;/strong&gt;: &lt;em&gt;“If you &lt;strong&gt;D&lt;/strong&gt;idn’t &lt;strong&gt;D&lt;/strong&gt;ocument it, you &lt;strong&gt;D&lt;/strong&gt;idn’t &lt;strong&gt;D&lt;/strong&gt;o it.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Words to live by, sure, but that may not be super helpful here, so here’s information straight from the OSHA’s inspection field manual…&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/OshDoc/Directive_pdf/CPL_02-00-159.pdf&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Recordkeeping Rule&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;a...]]>
6508. </description>
6509. </item>
6510. <item>
6511. <title>Safety Training Solutions Made Simple</title>
6512. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-training-solutions-made-simple</link>
6513. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6514. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-training-solutions-made-simple</guid>
6515. <description>
6516. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Have you ever found a better way to do something? A breakthrough that made your life easier? A discovery that saved you time, money, or even created more of both?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We know those moments don’t come easy. Progress is only possible when you insist on a different answer, When...]]>
6517. </description>
6518. </item>
6519. <item>
6520. <title>4 Best Practices for Keeping an Organized eLearning Video Library</title>
6521. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/4-best-practices-for-keeping-an-organized-elearning-video-library</link>
6522. <pubDate>Fri, 10 Mar 2017 15:48:00 -0800</pubDate>
6523. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/4-best-practices-for-keeping-an-organized-elearning-video-library</guid>
6524. <description>
6525. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When I looked in my closet this past weekend, I was overwhelmed. I saw items I no longer wear. Am I really going to wear that bridesmaid&#039;s dress again? No, I’m not, but it has sentimental value. Will I ever wear that leopard print spandex top from our Glamour...]]>
6526. </description>
6527. </item>
6528. <item>
6529. <title>Duty to Have Fall Protection</title>
6530. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/duty-to-have-fall-protection</link>
6531. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6532. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/duty-to-have-fall-protection</guid>
6533. <description>
6534. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What’s the hazard?&lt;/strong&gt; Use your laser focus and zoom in on the person working at the top. Do you notice that he is wearing a body harness? Do you also see his lanyard coming from the D-ring at his back, wrapping around to his front? That lanyard is...]]>
6535. </description>
6536. </item>
6537. <item>
6538. <title>Managing OSHA’s Document Management Requirements</title>
6539. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/managing-oshas-document-management-requirements</link>
6540. <pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2017 08:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6541. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/managing-oshas-document-management-requirements</guid>
6542. <description>
6543. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Documentation lies at the heart of an OSHA inspection. From records of routine equipment inspections to incident reports to hazard communications, employers need to know what’s important to keep, and how to easily access it all when that material is requested.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In their article “&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/hr-topics/risk-management/pages/osha-document-retention-requirements.aspx&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Know...]]>
6544. </description>
6545. </item>
6546. <item>
6547. <title>Who is a “Competent Person” as defined by OSHA?</title>
6548. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/who-is-a-competent-person-as-defined-by-osha</link>
6549. <pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6550. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/who-is-a-competent-person-as-defined-by-osha</guid>
6551. <description>
6552. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Alright. We get enough questions about this that it’s time to clear up the big mystery: what is a “Competent Person” and how does OSHA define “Competent Person”?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;It&#039;s not a certification. It&#039;s not a card you carry.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Officially: an OSHA &quot;competent person&quot; is defined as:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&quot;one who is...]]>
6553. </description>
6554. </item>
6555. <item>
6556. <title>Unsafe Walking-Working Surface</title>
6557. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/unsafe-walking-working-surface</link>
6558. <pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6559. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/unsafe-walking-working-surface</guid>
6560. <description>
6561. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What’s the hazard here? &lt;/strong&gt;Perhaps the true hazard here is a serious lack of resources, resulting in this haphazard, makeshift scaffolding arrangement. Practically speaking, the ladder and boards are not being used for their intended purpose, placing this employee at risk of a falling should this contraption fail.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;How...]]>
6562. </description>
6563. </item>
6564. <item>
6565. <title>What’s OSHA’s #1 Unrecognized Hazard?</title>
6566. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/whats-oshas-1-unrecognized-hazard</link>
6567. <pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6568. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/whats-oshas-1-unrecognized-hazard</guid>
6569. <description>
6570. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Death By PowerPoint.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The phrase was first popularized in American military active-duty circles nearly a decade ago (Iraq; Afghanistan), to describe the dangers of oversimplifying critical information, stifling discussion, and generating extreme boredom for all involved.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Or, a “numbing sensation”. Is the title a bit of a stretch? Perhaps.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
6571. </description>
6572. </item>
6573. <item>
6574. <title>OSHA 10- and 30-hour Training for Construction Worker Safety</title>
6575. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-10-and-30-hour-training-for-construction-worker-safety</link>
6576. <pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2017 08:03:00 -0800</pubDate>
6577. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-10-and-30-hour-training-for-construction-worker-safety</guid>
6578. <description>
6579. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Although OSHA requires that all employers are responsible for providing a safe and healthful workplace, it’s no secret that construction work can be dangerous. OSHA’s &lt;a href=&quot;https://blog.dol.gov/2016/10/18/top-10-osha-citations-of-2016-a-starting-point-for-workplace-safety&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;annual Top Ten Violations&lt;/a&gt; list reflects the reality of the construction worksite, where incidents like falls, scaffolding and ladder accidents...]]>
6580. </description>
6581. </item>
6582. <item>
6583. <title>Locked Doors</title>
6584. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/locked-doors</link>
6585. <pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6586. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/locked-doors</guid>
6587. <description>
6588. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What’s the hazard here? &lt;/strong&gt;If this door could speak, I think its story might go something like this...&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Back when this building went up I was installed without a doorknob and got this fancy vertical handle because it was more durable. The whole place was coated with gray...]]>
6589. </description>
6590. </item>
6591. <item>
6592. <title>Driving Performance Improvement Through Short-form Video Training</title>
6593. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/driving-performance-improvement-through-short-form-video-training</link>
6594. <pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2017 14:06:00 -0800</pubDate>
6595. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/driving-performance-improvement-through-short-form-video-training</guid>
6596. <description>
6597. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Organizations understand the need to train their employees, but there are a number of common challenges in designing the right training program. Two of the biggest issues are reinforcing formal learning on the job, and linking learning programs and outcomes back to business results. &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/employee-training-and-development/what-is-microlearning&quot;&gt;Microlearning&lt;/a&gt; using short-form videos...]]>
6598. </description>
6599. </item>
6600. <item>
6601. <title>Understanding Safety Leadership for CEOs &amp; Management Teams</title>
6602. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-safety-leadership-for-ceos-management-teams</link>
6603. <pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6604. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-safety-leadership-for-ceos-management-teams</guid>
6605. <description>
6606. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&quot;I’ve heard that ‘safety starts at the top’, right? Well, I’m at the top—can you help me understand what that means?&quot;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;That was the question a CEO recently asked me.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This question is like winning the lottery for a safety professional, and it’s an incredibly intelligent question for a...]]>
6607. </description>
6608. </item>
6609. <item>
6610. <title>OSHA Approved</title>
6611. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-approved</link>
6612. <pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6613. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-approved</guid>
6614. <description>
6615. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What’s the hazard here? &lt;/strong&gt;The hazard is misinformation. There is no such thing as “OSHA Approved.” Though this term of OSHA Approved is often thrown around regarding various types of tools and equipment and even training, it’s a false claim, an alternate fact. OSHA does not have an approval...]]>
6616. </description>
6617. </item>
6618. <item>
6619. <title>Unprotected Wall Openings</title>
6620. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/unprotected-wall-openings</link>
6621. <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6622. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/unprotected-wall-openings</guid>
6623. <description>
6624. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What’s the hazard here? &lt;/strong&gt;Both employees are exposed to a fall hazard. Both, really? It seems obvious the person standing on the window framing is more at risk of falling, however, the person on the interior is exposed to a fall hazard as well. The situation we have here...]]>
6625. </description>
6626. </item>
6627. <item>
6628. <title>The Cost of an Ineffective Training Program</title>
6629. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-cost-of-an-ineffective-training-program</link>
6630. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2017 19:23:00 -0800</pubDate>
6631. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-cost-of-an-ineffective-training-program</guid>
6632. <description>
6633. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;According to a study by the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), the average cost of losing an employee is six months of their base salary. The average employee salary is $53,000, so the average cost of losing an employee would be $26,500. Employee turnover is inevitable, but don’t...]]>
6634. </description>
6635. </item>
6636. <item>
6637. <title>Top 10 Warning Signs of Safety Training Fatigue</title>
6638. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/top-10-warning-signs-of-safety-training-fatigue</link>
6639. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6640. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/top-10-warning-signs-of-safety-training-fatigue</guid>
6641. <description>
6642. <![CDATA[ &lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;In each training session, at least one employee falls asleep.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You’ve taken to bringing an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to training sessions in case an employee suddenly begins ‘dying’ of boredom.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;When you ask a question about the training topic, no employee has the energy to raise their hand to answer.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;You...]]>
6643. </description>
6644. </item>
6645. <item>
6646. <title>The Possible Impact of Regulatory Reductions on Workplace Safety Enforcement</title>
6647. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-possible-impact-of-regulatory-reductions-on-workplace-safety-enforcement</link>
6648. <pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2017 08:05:00 -0800</pubDate>
6649. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-possible-impact-of-regulatory-reductions-on-workplace-safety-enforcement</guid>
6650. <description>
6651. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;On January 30, President Trump signed an executive order entitled “Reducing Regulation and Controlling Regulatory Costs,” which targets the reduction of the number of regulations issued by the federal government. The order requires federal agencies to eliminate two regulations for each new one introduced.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Trump has been quoted in...]]>
6652. </description>
6653. </item>
6654. <item>
6655. <title>Fan Blade Guarding</title>
6656. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/fan-blade-guarding</link>
6657. <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6658. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/fan-blade-guarding</guid>
6659. <description>
6660. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What’s the hazard here? &lt;/strong&gt;Rotating parts would be the safety terminology. However, getting stuck by one of those fan blades would not be pleasant! The question is, could a person get struck by those blades, based on what we see in this photo? Yes, and that blue guard rail...]]>
6661. </description>
6662. </item>
6663. <item>
6664. <title>Maximizing Your Workforce Training Investment</title>
6665. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/maximizing-your-workforce-training-investment</link>
6666. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6667. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/maximizing-your-workforce-training-investment</guid>
6668. <description>
6669. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The first thing you want to know is who needs what training and then you have to figure out how you will spend your training dollars: whether you will buy training or whether you will build training.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;When you buy training, you can sometimes buy what’s called “on demand...]]>
6670. </description>
6671. </item>
6672. <item>
6673. <title>Why Online Training is a Smart Investment</title>
6674. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-online-training-is-a-smart-investment</link>
6675. <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6676. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-online-training-is-a-smart-investment</guid>
6677. <description>
6678. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Operational Savings&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Workers and their employers pay dearly because of injuries, illnesses, and deaths. They also can have property damage because of an incident. There are lost work days, and the costs for sick pay, insurance payments, and workers’ compensation costs add up quickly for companies of all sizes...]]>
6679. </description>
6680. </item>
6681. <item>
6682. <title>True Stories in Safety Training</title>
6683. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/true-stories-in-safety-training</link>
6684. <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6685. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/true-stories-in-safety-training</guid>
6686. <description>
6687. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In 2011, OSHA fined a company in Illinois called AMD Industries. OSHA fined them $1.2 million dollars. Some of the penalties were issued, “...for the employer&#039;s failures to provide the employees engaged in the hazardous work with the proper training”. The workers were not trained about the hazards of...]]>
6688. </description>
6689. </item>
6690. <item>
6691. <title>What is the cost of not training your employees?</title>
6692. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-the-cost-of-not-training-your-employees</link>
6693. <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6694. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-the-cost-of-not-training-your-employees</guid>
6695. <description>
6696. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The business world has come a long way. Employee training—once considered an optional benefit employers provided to the most promising employees—is now more widely understood as necessary to a company’s success. Yet during the economic downturn, employee training was often the first to go. It was viewed not as...]]>
6697. </description>
6698. </item>
6699. <item>
6700. <title>Truck Crane Safety</title>
6701. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/truck-crane-safety</link>
6702. <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6703. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/truck-crane-safety</guid>
6704. <description>
6705. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What’s the hazard here? &lt;/strong&gt;Well, let’s start by naming what we see here. The photo shows a service truck crane with a person suspended from the hook of the crane near over-heard power lines. Using a crane to lift a person is prohibited unless as the law (29 CFR...]]>
6706. </description>
6707. </item>
6708. <item>
6709. <title>What is eLearning?</title>
6710. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-elearning</link>
6711. <pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6712. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-elearning</guid>
6713. <description>
6714. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;After coming to work for HSI, I was asked in social situations about my new job: “So what do you do?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;At first, I would answer: “I work for HSI Learning Systems…we’re an eLearning provider.”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;And each time I was asked the same follow up question: “What’s eLearning?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;When...]]>
6715. </description>
6716. </item>
6717. <item>
6718. <title>How-To: Supporting Safety &amp; The No Nonsense Approach to Safety Advocacy</title>
6719. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-supporting-safety-the-no-nonsense-approach-to-safety-advocacy</link>
6720. <pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6721. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-supporting-safety-the-no-nonsense-approach-to-safety-advocacy</guid>
6722. <description>
6723. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;We believe you shouldn’t have to ‘sell safety’, and assume that occupational safety and health are the foremost priorities for all organizations. Still, Environmental Health &amp;amp; Safety (EHS) professionals ask us the same question, time after time: How do I get management to ‘buy in’? This Selling Safety Series...]]>
6724. </description>
6725. </item>
6726. <item>
6727. <title>Resolve to Have a Safe 2017</title>
6728. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/resolve-to-have-a-safe-2017</link>
6729. <pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2017 08:07:00 -0800</pubDate>
6730. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/resolve-to-have-a-safe-2017</guid>
6731. <description>
6732. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Diet fads and gym memberships come and go, but a resolution for a safer 2017 for you, your family, and your workplace can yield big returns for the whole year.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Here are just a few best practices and resources to get you started.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h3&gt;LEARN TO USE UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS TO...]]>
6733. </description>
6734. </item>
6735. <item>
6736. <title>How-To: Supporting Safety &amp; The 4 Questions for Return On Investment (ROI)</title>
6737. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-supporting-safety-the-4-questions-for-return-on-investment-roi</link>
6738. <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6739. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-supporting-safety-the-4-questions-for-return-on-investment-roi</guid>
6740. <description>
6741. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;We believe you shouldn’t have to ‘sell safety’, and assume that occupational safety and health are the foremost priorities for all organizations. Still, Environmental Health &amp;amp; Safety (EHS) professionals ask us the same question, time after time: How do I get management to ‘buy in’? This Selling Safety Series...]]>
6742. </description>
6743. </item>
6744. <item>
6745. <title>Healthy relationships at work? Are you kidding me?</title>
6746. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/healthy-relationships-at-work-are-you-kidding-me</link>
6747. <pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6748. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/healthy-relationships-at-work-are-you-kidding-me</guid>
6749. <description>
6750. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Dear 2017,&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I resolve to surround myself with people who fill me up, don’t suck my energy, respect me, and who, at the end of the day, will have my back.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;That sounds healthy to me.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How about you?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Do you have people like that in your personal and...]]>
6751. </description>
6752. </item>
6753. <item>
6754. <title>Emergency Response</title>
6755. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/emergency-response</link>
6756. <pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6757. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/emergency-response</guid>
6758. <description>
6759. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What’s the hazard here?&lt;/strong&gt; Where do we start, right? Let’s focus on the exit door. The sign on the door tells us not to block the exit. That’s true; you can’t block exits or have them locked from the inside when the building is occupied. So, is this exit...]]>
6760. </description>
6761. </item>
6762. <item>
6763. <title>How-To: Supporting Safety &amp; Math That Connects with CEOs</title>
6764. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-supporting-safety-math-that-connects-with-ceos</link>
6765. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6766. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-supporting-safety-math-that-connects-with-ceos</guid>
6767. <description>
6768. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;We believe you shouldn’t have to ‘sell safety’, and assume that occupational safety and health are the foremost priorities for all organizations. Still, Environmental Health &amp;amp; Safety (EHS) professionals ask us the same question, time after time: How do I get management to ‘buy in’? This Selling Safety Series...]]>
6769. </description>
6770. </item>
6771. <item>
6772. <title>How-To: Supporting Safety &amp; The Unseen Return of Occupational Safety Investments</title>
6773. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-supporting-safety-the-unseen-return-of-occupational-safety-investments</link>
6774. <pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6775. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-supporting-safety-the-unseen-return-of-occupational-safety-investments</guid>
6776. <description>
6777. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;We believe you shouldn’t have to ‘sell safety’, and assume that occupational safety and health are the foremost priorities for all organizations. Still, Environmental Health &amp;amp; Safety (EHS) professionals ask us the same question, time after time: How do I get management to ‘buy in’? This Selling Safety Series...]]>
6778. </description>
6779. </item>
6780. <item>
6781. <title>What to Look for When Buying a Learning Management System (LMS)</title>
6782. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-to-look-for-when-buying-a-learning-management-system-lms</link>
6783. <pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6784. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-to-look-for-when-buying-a-learning-management-system-lms</guid>
6785. <description>
6786. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Search around and you’ll quickly notice that a “learning management system” is narrowly defined as “software” for the administration of workforce training and delivery of content.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Yet what most organizations are really looking for when considering an “LMS” is an accountability tool, something that will help them get a...]]>
6787. </description>
6788. </item>
6789. <item>
6790. <title>7 Steps for Developing High-Potential Employees</title>
6791. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/7-steps-for-developing-high-potential-employees</link>
6792. <pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2016 20:57:00 -0800</pubDate>
6793. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/7-steps-for-developing-high-potential-employees</guid>
6794. <description>
6795. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;High-performing employees are the backbone of any organization. The old saying is true: Roughly 80 percent of the growth of any organization is achieved by 20 percent of its workforce. But high-performing employees don’t just fall out of the sky, they start as high-&lt;em&gt;potential&lt;/em&gt; employees or HiPos.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt...]]>
6796. </description>
6797. </item>
6798. <item>
6799. <title>Why is a positive supervisor-employee relationship so important to worker safety?</title>
6800. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-is-a-positive-supervisor-employee-relationship-so-important-to-worker-safety</link>
6801. <pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6802. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-is-a-positive-supervisor-employee-relationship-so-important-to-worker-safety</guid>
6803. <description>
6804. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Why is a positive supervisor-employee relationship so important to worker safety?&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Relationships play a huge role in the culture of a workplace, especially when it comes to safety. Jill James, our resident safety consultant and former OSHA Safety Investigator, fills us in on how a positive relationship between supervisors...]]>
6805. </description>
6806. </item>
6807. <item>
6808. <title>Holiday Electrical Safety</title>
6809. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/holiday-electrical-safety</link>
6810. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2016 08:21:00 -0800</pubDate>
6811. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/holiday-electrical-safety</guid>
6812. <description>
6813. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;For many families, holiday lights in and around the house are a beloved part of the season. If you’re in the midst of holiday decorating, please keep some electrical safety best practices in mind.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.esfi.org/resource/holiday-decorating-safety-342&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI)&lt;/a&gt; offers a number of resources...]]>
6814. </description>
6815. </item>
6816. <item>
6817. <title>HSI Learning System&#039;s Implementation &amp; Pricing</title>
6818. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/vivid-learning-systems-implementation-pricing</link>
6819. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6820. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/vivid-learning-systems-implementation-pricing</guid>
6821. <description>
6822. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If moving your &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/safety-training&quot;&gt;safety training online&lt;/a&gt; sounds like a lot of work, take a breath.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;With HSI, it’s easy to get started, because we do the hard work for you.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;And we’re confident that no other company does as much before or after the sale to set you...]]>
6823. </description>
6824. </item>
6825. <item>
6826. <title>The Incidental Safety Professional</title>
6827. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-incidental-safety-professional</link>
6828. <pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6829. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-incidental-safety-professional</guid>
6830. <description>
6831. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;“What do you do for a living?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Safety... Safety Professional... Safety Engineer... Environmental Health &amp;amp; Safety…Chief Safety Officer...&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“Huh?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Wouldn’t these interactions be easier if you could answer with “accountant”? Everybody understands that one.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Yet, here we are, working in the field of occupational safety, a career that remains...]]>
6832. </description>
6833. </item>
6834. <item>
6835. <title>Thanksgiving Travel Tips</title>
6836. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/thanksgiving-travel-tips</link>
6837. <pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2016 08:24:00 -0800</pubDate>
6838. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/thanksgiving-travel-tips</guid>
6839. <description>
6840. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With millions of Americans traveling more than 50 miles during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday weekend, it’s a good time to put some best practices into play to keep your journey as safe and stress free as possible.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.skyscanner.com/tips-and-inspiration/thanksgiving-travel-tips&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Skyscanner.com&lt;/a&gt; offers a number of useful tips for...]]>
6841. </description>
6842. </item>
6843. <item>
6844. <title>Violence Prevention: Part Two</title>
6845. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/violence-prevention-part-two</link>
6846. <pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
6847. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/violence-prevention-part-two</guid>
6848. <description>
6849. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Sitting around a table in November conjures up all sorts of idyllic images of what a “perfect” Thanksgiving is expected to look, feel, and smell like, with faces of people all happy and loving one another in perfect harmony.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;You went there, didn’t you?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The picture—you have it in...]]>
6850. </description>
6851. </item>
6852. <item>
6853. <title>Preparing to Weather Those Winter Storms Safely</title>
6854. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/preparing-to-weather-those-winter-storms-safely</link>
6855. <pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2016 08:25:00 -0800</pubDate>
6856. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/preparing-to-weather-those-winter-storms-safely</guid>
6857. <description>
6858. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Some advanced preparation will go a long way towards keeping you, your family, and your property safe from winter’s icy, snowy storms.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.ready.gov/winter-weather&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Ready.gov&lt;/a&gt; offers useful tips for before, during, and after winter storm events. To help ensure you’re ready for winter, they suggest:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Before winter...]]>
6859. </description>
6860. </item>
6861. <item>
6862. <title>6 Tips for Identifying Potential High-Performance Employees</title>
6863. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/6-tips-for-identifying-potential-high-performance-employees</link>
6864. <pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2016 21:40:00 -0800</pubDate>
6865. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/6-tips-for-identifying-potential-high-performance-employees</guid>
6866. <description>
6867. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;All organizations want to identify, develop, and deploy their high-performance employees. And no wonder: The top 5% of a company’s employees account for a full quarter (&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.eremedia.com/ere/top-performers-produce-4x-more-output-and-higher-quality-referrals/&quot;&gt;26%, according to ERE Media&lt;/a&gt;) of its productivity.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Still, more is needed than just good intentions and “managerial instinct”—whatever that...]]>
6868. </description>
6869. </item>
6870. <item>
6871. <title>The Complex Levels of Content Curation and Vetting</title>
6872. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-complex-levels-of-content-curation-and-vetting</link>
6873. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2016 19:28:00 -0700</pubDate>
6874. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-complex-levels-of-content-curation-and-vetting</guid>
6875. <description>
6876. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In training and development, content is important. But finding (or creating) quality content is only the first step in the process of building a training library. Content curation (including content vetting) is just as crucial—and worth investing in.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Although many people talk about curation, few have come...]]>
6877. </description>
6878. </item>
6879. <item>
6880. <title>Halloween Decoration Safety</title>
6881. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/halloween-decoration-safety</link>
6882. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2016 08:27:00 -0700</pubDate>
6883. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/halloween-decoration-safety</guid>
6884. <description>
6885. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Whether you’re simply adding a few carved pumpkins to your front porch or going for the full-on Addams Family mansion look, a little advanced planning and good safety practices will help keep your property safe for Halloween.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.travelers.com/resources/home/safety/halloween-safety-tips.aspx&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Travelers Insurance&lt;/a&gt; posted these great ideas for homeowners...]]>
6886. </description>
6887. </item>
6888. <item>
6889. <title>Violence Prevention: Part One</title>
6890. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/violence-prevention-part-one</link>
6891. <pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6892. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/violence-prevention-part-one</guid>
6893. <description>
6894. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When you think of violence prevention, who are you thinking of protecting?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What sort of violence is top of mind as you read this?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Each day we personally experience, witness, or read about violence.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Road rage; bullying; words or body language used to demean, minimize, or trivialize; abuse and...]]>
6895. </description>
6896. </item>
6897. <item>
6898. <title>Stop Me If You’ve Heard This Before (Common Safety Clichés)</title>
6899. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/stop-me-if-youve-heard-this-before-common-safety-clichés</link>
6900. <pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6901. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/stop-me-if-youve-heard-this-before-common-safety-clichés</guid>
6902. <description>
6903. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Here’s a fun conversation starter for any safety professional: “What are your least favorite safety clichés?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Weeks ago, I asked that same question across several LinkedIn safety groups that I participate in, and the question must’ve struck a nerve with my colleagues out there because the responses were numerous.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
6904. </description>
6905. </item>
6906. <item>
6907. <title>Leaders vs. Managers: Two Kinds of Training in Motivating Others</title>
6908. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/leaders-vs-managers-two-kinds-of-training-in-motivating-others</link>
6909. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2016 14:10:00 -0700</pubDate>
6910. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/leaders-vs-managers-two-kinds-of-training-in-motivating-others</guid>
6911. <description>
6912. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A leader not only brings a vision to their team, but motivates them to make their vision a reality. Contrast that picture with what we typically think when we hear the word “manager.” A manager has milestones and expectations, concentrating on the work, the day-to-day, and measures performance based...]]>
6913. </description>
6914. </item>
6915. <item>
6916. <title>Common Safety Clichés &amp; Why They Aren’t Helping</title>
6917. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/common-safety-clichés-why-they-arent-helping</link>
6918. <pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6919. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/common-safety-clichés-why-they-arent-helping</guid>
6920. <description>
6921. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;“He got his fingers caught; he’s in the ER.”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;When I took that call early one morning, my cell phone was positioned between my hands while I was doing push-ups. I had it on speaker phone and I continued to listen and push-up with my healthy hands while the...]]>
6922. </description>
6923. </item>
6924. <item>
6925. <title>Foot Safety on the Job</title>
6926. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/foot-safety-on-the-job</link>
6927. <pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2016 08:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
6928. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/foot-safety-on-the-job</guid>
6929. <description>
6930. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Keeping our feet safe and healthy both at work or at play is a key component in living a healthy life. What can we do at our workplaces to keep our hard-working feet in top shape?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Make comprehensive foot protection part of your safety program.&lt;/strong&gt; Conduct a hazard assessment...]]>
6931. </description>
6932. </item>
6933. <item>
6934. <title>The Journey: What We Do</title>
6935. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-journey-what-we-do</link>
6936. <pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6937. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-journey-what-we-do</guid>
6938. <description>
6939. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;HSI offers online safety training for a safer, smarter workforce.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Our courses can help you reach compliance in 20-minutes, reducing your time in training while quickly covering requirements.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Is the training any good?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Each course hooks the audience with a relevant story, uses interactive exercises throughout, and incorporates concepts...]]>
6940. </description>
6941. </item>
6942. <item>
6943. <title>National Preparedness Month</title>
6944. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/national-preparedness-month</link>
6945. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2016 08:37:00 -0700</pubDate>
6946. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/national-preparedness-month</guid>
6947. <description>
6948. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Each September, National Preparedness Month reminds us that a little advanced planning can make a lifesaving difference in a large-scale emergency.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; href=&quot;https://www.ready.gov/september&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Ready.gov&lt;/a&gt; offers a number of resources such as hashtags, preparedness messaging, and videos to add to your website or social media streams to help...]]>
6949. </description>
6950. </item>
6951. <item>
6952. <title>How to Communicate With Any Personality Type</title>
6953. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-communicate-with-any-personality-type</link>
6954. <pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2016 06:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6955. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-communicate-with-any-personality-type</guid>
6956. <description>
6957. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Everyone exists somewhere on the continuum from introvert to extrovert. That’s a good thing because both the quiet, introspective introvert and the outgoing, assertive extrovert have their place to communicate in the work environment.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Still, leading a team composed of different personality types can be a challenge...]]>
6958. </description>
6959. </item>
6960. <item>
6961. <title>New Zika Prevention Course From HSI!</title>
6962. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/new-zika-prevention-course-from-hsi</link>
6963. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2016 08:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
6964. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/new-zika-prevention-course-from-hsi</guid>
6965. <description>
6966. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;There’s no turning on the news without hearing about the Zika virus. What is this new virus and what do we need to know to help prevent its spread?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.cdc.gov/zika/about/index.html&quot;&gt;Centers for Disease Control&lt;/a&gt;:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Zika is spread mostly by the bite of an infected &lt;em&gt;Aedes&lt;/em&gt; species...]]>
6967. </description>
6968. </item>
6969. <item>
6970. <title>Not All Microlearning is Created Equal</title>
6971. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/not-all-microlearning-is-created-equal</link>
6972. <pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2016 17:17:00 -0700</pubDate>
6973. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/not-all-microlearning-is-created-equal</guid>
6974. <description>
6975. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Einstein once said that any idea “should be as simple as possible—and no more.” He realized that simplicity was a good thing, but like any good thing, there can sometimes be too much of it.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The same advice applies to the &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/employee-training-and-development/what-is-microlearning&quot;&gt;trend of microlearning&lt;/a&gt;. The slogan behind...]]>
6976. </description>
6977. </item>
6978. <item>
6979. <title>Bullying at Work: EEOC Won’t Take It Anymore</title>
6980. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/bullying-at-work-eeoc-wont-take-it-anymore</link>
6981. <pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2016 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
6982. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/bullying-at-work-eeoc-wont-take-it-anymore</guid>
6983. <description>
6984. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The term “workplace harassment” often conjures images of 1950s-style gender-based pestering where men made women feel uncomfortable and powerless through comments and touch that would not fly in today’s workplace - &quot;Mad Men&quot; style.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The issue has become much wider than just gender though, and is recognized by...]]>
6985. </description>
6986. </item>
6987. <item>
6988. <title>Boating Safety</title>
6989. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/boating-safety</link>
6990. <pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2016 08:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
6991. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/boating-safety</guid>
6992. <description>
6993. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As the dry summer weather lingers, boaters need a little extra vigilance when navigating ever-changing rivers and reservoirs as different hazards come into play when water levels change.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; href=&quot;http://www.oregon.gov/OSMB/Pages/index.aspx&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Oregon State Marine Board&lt;/a&gt; reminders boaters that:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&quot;…low water levels can create specific challenges that boaters...]]>
6994. </description>
6995. </item>
6996. <item>
6997. <title>Stay Safe When Working in Hot Weather</title>
6998. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/stay-safe-when-working-in-hot-weather</link>
6999. <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2016 08:44:00 -0700</pubDate>
7000. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/stay-safe-when-working-in-hot-weather</guid>
7001. <description>
7002. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you or your crew are on jobsites outdoors this summer, especially during these recent days of record heat waves, remember to always follow best practices for hot weather work.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/heatillness/index.html?utm_source=Twitter&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;OSHA&lt;/a&gt; reminds employers that they must protect their workers from excessive heat, and suggests that...]]>
7003. </description>
7004. </item>
7005. <item>
7006. <title>What Does OSHA Say About Online Safety Training? - Part 3</title>
7007. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-does-osha-say-about-online-safety-training-part-3</link>
7008. <pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7009. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-does-osha-say-about-online-safety-training-part-3</guid>
7010. <description>
7011. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Before deciding to invest in online safety training, management types often ask a similar question…&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“Is this stuff OSHA certified?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;They’re wondering if online training is a legitimate, recognized method for training delivery, and asking if what they’re about to purchase will satisfy regulatory requirements.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;So let’s unpack this...]]>
7012. </description>
7013. </item>
7014. <item>
7015. <title>What is Blended Learning, and Why is it Important?</title>
7016. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-blended-learning-and-why-is-it-important</link>
7017. <pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2016 18:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
7018. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-blended-learning-and-why-is-it-important</guid>
7019. <description>
7020. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Most trainers and teachers have heard of blended learning. Perhaps you yourself have tried to incorporate it into your training programs. Still, the term has been used so much that it frequently gets misused. Once one understands what blended learning really is, it becomes a lot easier to see...]]>
7021. </description>
7022. </item>
7023. <item>
7024. <title>10 Steps For Growing Your Learning Culture</title>
7025. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/10-steps-for-growing-your-learning-culture</link>
7026. <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2016 07:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
7027. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/10-steps-for-growing-your-learning-culture</guid>
7028. <description>
7029. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Learning cultures don’t just appear out of nowhere; they take time to cultivate. The habits of your employees have to be changed at the same time you are changing the attitudes of your managers and the policies of your company or unit.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Such wholesale change does pay off...]]>
7030. </description>
7031. </item>
7032. <item>
7033. <title>What Does OSHA Say About Online Safety Training? - Part 2</title>
7034. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-does-osha-say-about-online-safety-training-part-2</link>
7035. <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7036. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-does-osha-say-about-online-safety-training-part-2</guid>
7037. <description>
7038. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Before deciding to invest in &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/safety-training&quot;&gt;safety training online&lt;/a&gt;, management types often ask a similar question…&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“Is this stuff OSHA certified?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;They’re wondering if online training is a legitimate, recognized method for training delivery, and asking if what they’re about to purchase will satisfy regulatory requirements.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;So let’s...]]>
7039. </description>
7040. </item>
7041. <item>
7042. <title>The True Cost of Poor Project Management</title>
7043. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-true-cost-of-poor-project-management</link>
7044. <pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2016 16:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
7045. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-true-cost-of-poor-project-management</guid>
7046. <description>
7047. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A study conducted by &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.gallup.com/businessjournal/152429/cost-bad-project-management.aspx&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;PricewaterhouseCooper&lt;/a&gt; found that only a mere 2.5% of companies complete all the projects they set out to do, and about 1 in 6 projects had a cost overrun of 200% or more. We thought it worth following up to see if...]]>
7048. </description>
7049. </item>
7050. <item>
7051. <title>What Does OSHA Say About Online Safety Training? - Part 1</title>
7052. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-does-osha-say-about-online-safety-training-part-1</link>
7053. <pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7054. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-does-osha-say-about-online-safety-training-part-1</guid>
7055. <description>
7056. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Before deciding to invest in online safety training, management types often ask a similar question…&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“Is this stuff OSHA certified?”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;They’re wondering if online training is a legitimate, recognized method for training delivery, and asking if what they’re about to purchase will satisfy regulatory requirements.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;So let’s unpack this...]]>
7057. </description>
7058. </item>
7059. <item>
7060. <title>Fireworks Safety</title>
7061. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/fireworks-safety</link>
7062. <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2016 08:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
7063. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/fireworks-safety</guid>
7064. <description>
7065. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;To help you keep your family and friends safe over the holiday weekend, we&#039;re re-posting our blog about the best practices to follow when using fireworks.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Whether you’re the parent with a packet of sparklers for the kids or a dedicated enthusiast who stocks up on and enjoys some...]]>
7066. </description>
7067. </item>
7068. <item>
7069. <title>Why Your Best Employees Aren’t Always Your Best Leaders</title>
7070. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-your-best-employees-arent-always-your-best-leaders</link>
7071. <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2016 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7072. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-your-best-employees-arent-always-your-best-leaders</guid>
7073. <description>
7074. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When promotion time comes around, it makes sense to look to your best employees for potential leaders. Theoretically if someone has the skills and the work ethic to be a good employee, they should be able to teach, organize, and motivate a team, but this may not necessarily be...]]>
7075. </description>
7076. </item>
7077. <item>
7078. <title>Safety Nerd Pop-Quiz: Caught In &amp; Struck By</title>
7079. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-nerd-pop-quiz-caught-in-struck-by</link>
7080. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7081. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-nerd-pop-quiz-caught-in-struck-by</guid>
7082. <description>
7083. <![CDATA[ &lt;h2&gt;Have a look at this image:&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;figure&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;https://hsiassetstorage.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com/assets/images/blog/Photo_Jun_15__20_07_49-redone.jpg&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; /&gt;&lt;/figure&gt;&lt;h4&gt;Can you...&lt;/h4&gt; &lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;Name the potential hazard&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Name the type of training that would align with the hazard&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Name the OSHA Focus-4 hazard shown in the image&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;&lt;h4&gt;Answers:&lt;/h4&gt; &lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;The elevated dump-box shown is &quot;energized&quot; with gravity. The hazard is a “caught-in” or between (or...]]>
7084. </description>
7085. </item>
7086. <item>
7087. <title>Wanted: Support for Your Great Safety Idea</title>
7088. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/wanted-support-for-your-great-safety-idea</link>
7089. <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7090. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/wanted-support-for-your-great-safety-idea</guid>
7091. <description>
7092. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If you’re in safety, here’s an old cliché you’ll recognize: “Safety starts at the top.”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;You’ve heard that before, along with similar statements. You’ve read articles about this top-down safety emphasis—the topic is covered incessantly. And at some point, you’ve likely listened to a consultant or management-type talk all...]]>
7093. </description>
7094. </item>
7095. <item>
7096. <title>Preventing Dangerous Falls From Heights</title>
7097. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/preventing-dangerous-falls-from-heights</link>
7098. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2016 08:59:00 -0700</pubDate>
7099. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/preventing-dangerous-falls-from-heights</guid>
7100. <description>
7101. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Today&#039;s guest blog is from Jerry Laws of Occupational Health &amp;amp; Safety magazine.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How should you conduct a fall hazards risk assessment? Safety managers frequently overlook exposures that are common to general industry. Fall hazards are found at almost every work site – keep in mind, nearly all OSHA...]]>
7102. </description>
7103. </item>
7104. <item>
7105. <title>Succession Planning: Solving Issues Before They Form</title>
7106. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/succession-planning-solving-issues-before-they-form</link>
7107. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2016 07:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
7108. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/succession-planning-solving-issues-before-they-form</guid>
7109. <description>
7110. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In day-to-day operations and their accompanying challenges in IT, marketing, compliance, and so forth, there often isn’t time to focus on projected problems. In reality though, effective company leadership must face the fact that any organization, including theirs, could experience just one life event — a big client expansion...]]>
7111. </description>
7112. </item>
7113. <item>
7114. <title>Why Tech Businesses Need to Care About Worker Safety</title>
7115. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-tech-businesses-need-to-care-about-worker-safety</link>
7116. <pubDate>Fri, 03 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7117. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-tech-businesses-need-to-care-about-worker-safety</guid>
7118. <description>
7119. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;You know what? You’re right. The risk of occupational injuries and illnesses is lower in the tech industry, statistically speaking. In fact, reportable injuries in the tech sector are 40% lower than the national average. Common sense tells us that the nature of today’s tech work—interfacing with software, mostly—is...]]>
7120. </description>
7121. </item>
7122. <item>
7123. <title>Don’t Forget the Training!</title>
7124. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/dont-forget-the-training</link>
7125. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7126. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/dont-forget-the-training</guid>
7127. <description>
7128. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Why your organization mustn’t ignore a critical piece of HAZCOM &amp;amp; GHS compliance.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I probably don’t have to tell you that the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) is one of OSHA’s most frequently cited violations. And, if you’ve been phasing in implementation, you know that June 1st was a critical...]]>
7129. </description>
7130. </item>
7131. <item>
7132. <title>5 Simple Tips For Creating Unforgettable Training Content</title>
7133. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/5-simple-tips-for-creating-unforgettable-training-content</link>
7134. <pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2016 14:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
7135. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/5-simple-tips-for-creating-unforgettable-training-content</guid>
7136. <description>
7137. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A training program can only be considered effective if employees apply the new behaviors or skills they’ve learned in the workplace. Studies have found that &lt;em&gt;up to 90% of new skills are lost within a year&lt;/em&gt; and so, by that benchmark, a lot of corporate training is ineffective.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt...]]>
7138. </description>
7139. </item>
7140. <item>
7141. <title>6 Traits You Don&#039;t Want in Managers</title>
7142. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/6-traits-you-dont-want-in-managers</link>
7143. <pubDate>Mon, 25 Apr 2016 16:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
7144. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/6-traits-you-dont-want-in-managers</guid>
7145. <description>
7146. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We’ve all had to deal with leaders who have noticeable flaws, and we’ve said we would never be one of those leaders ourselves. Despite those good intentions, bad leaders are all-too-common in the workplace. One study done by Barna Group, in partnership with Leadercast, found that 40 percent of...]]>
7147. </description>
7148. </item>
7149. <item>
7150. <title>Preparing Your Organization for Electrical Compliance</title>
7151. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/preparing-your-organization-for-electrical-compliance</link>
7152. <pubDate>Fri, 22 Apr 2016 09:06:00 -0700</pubDate>
7153. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/preparing-your-organization-for-electrical-compliance</guid>
7154. <description>
7155. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Today&#039;s guest blog is from Jerry Laws of Occupational Health &amp;amp; Safety magazine.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;There were many changes and updates made in the NFPA 70E 2015’s edition relating to electrical safety. Are you and your organization prepared for these latest changes? Do you know what risks your organization may have?&lt;/p&gt...]]>
7156. </description>
7157. </item>
7158. <item>
7159. <title>Hand Safety in the Workplace</title>
7160. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hand-safety-in-the-workplace</link>
7161. <pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2016 09:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
7162. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hand-safety-in-the-workplace</guid>
7163. <description>
7164. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Human hands are versatile and amazing tools. It’s easy to take them for granted, and that can be a dangerous attitude in the workplace. Today’s blog looks at hand safety and how you can help keep them injury-free on the job.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Given how much we use our hands to...]]>
7165. </description>
7166. </item>
7167. <item>
7168. <title>Why we’re not the cheapest...</title>
7169. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/why-were-not-the-cheapest</link>
7170. <pubDate>Thu, 07 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7171. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/why-were-not-the-cheapest</guid>
7172. <description>
7173. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The answer is really simple—we have the best safety training content in the online safety training game.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Please, demo our competitors’ products before taking that statement as fact.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We’re more than comfortable with that.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The reason we have the best safety training content is because we’re invested in creating...]]>
7174. </description>
7175. </item>
7176. <item>
7177. <title>How much does online training cost?</title>
7178. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-much-does-online-training-cost</link>
7179. <pubDate>Thu, 07 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7180. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-much-does-online-training-cost</guid>
7181. <description>
7182. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Great question. Let’s assume that you’re in the market for online training. Naturally, you want to know how much it costs, but you’re having trouble finding a straight answer. As you search around, you find that nearly each provider in the business obscures pricing. And if they’re talking about...]]>
7183. </description>
7184. </item>
7185. <item>
7186. <title>What are my agreement options with HSI?</title>
7187. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-are-my-agreement-options-with-vivid</link>
7188. <pubDate>Tue, 05 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7189. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-are-my-agreement-options-with-vivid</guid>
7190. <description>
7191. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Most agreements for online training are annual, one-year agreements for product and service. We’re no different there—it often makes sense for our business and for our customers. Yet we also offer three-year agreements to the right customers, which does separate us in the marketplace.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;1-Year Agreements:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lock in pricing...]]>
7192. </description>
7193. </item>
7194. <item>
7195. <title>Introverts and Extroverts: Getting the Right Combination for Your Team</title>
7196. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/introverts-and-extroverts-getting-the-right-combination-for-your-team</link>
7197. <pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2016 15:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
7198. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/introverts-and-extroverts-getting-the-right-combination-for-your-team</guid>
7199. <description>
7200. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Suppose your company is putting together a team for a new project – perhaps it’s a new sales team, a product development team, or a marketing team. Naturally, it needs to be a high-performing team, capable of working together to get results while still welcoming innovation.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What...]]>
7201. </description>
7202. </item>
7203. <item>
7204. <title>Things to Do When in Phoenix for the 2016 HSI Conference</title>
7205. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/things-to-do-when-in-phoenix-for-the-2016-hsi-conference</link>
7206. <pubDate>Tue, 29 Mar 2016 09:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
7207. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/things-to-do-when-in-phoenix-for-the-2016-hsi-conference</guid>
7208. <description>
7209. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Spark 2016, the HSI International Conference, is taking place in Phoenix, October 24-26, 2016. While we’re going to fill those three days with lots of informative breakout sessions and networking opportunities, you’ll want to make yourself some time to check out what this vibrant southwestern city has to offer...]]>
7210. </description>
7211. </item>
7212. <item>
7213. <title>TSCA Reform Update: The Senate’s Nomenclature Provision Sets the Stage for Future Ambiguity</title>
7214. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tsca-reform-update-the-senates-nomenclature-provision-sets-the-stage-for-future-ambiguity</link>
7215. <pubDate>Sat, 19 Mar 2016 11:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
7216. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tsca-reform-update-the-senates-nomenclature-provision-sets-the-stage-for-future-ambiguity</guid>
7217. <description>
7218. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With Congress considering the reconciliation of the Senate and House proposals to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) legislation for the first time since 1976, chemical management and how it will be affected by new TSCA rules has become a hot button issue in the chemical manufacturing business. Despite...]]>
7219. </description>
7220. </item>
7221. <item>
7222. <title>Ladder Safety Tips</title>
7223. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/ladder-safety-tips</link>
7224. <pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2016 09:14:00 -0700</pubDate>
7225. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/ladder-safety-tips</guid>
7226. <description>
7227. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With spring officially arriving this weekend, many of us will begin planning the annual maintenance for our houses and yards. Very often, these tasks involve ladders, so let’s spend a moment today reviewing some best practices to stay safe when using this common home and workplace resource.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h3&gt;SELECT THE...]]>
7228. </description>
7229. </item>
7230. <item>
7231. <title>Registration is Open for the 2016 HSI Conference!</title>
7232. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/registration-is-open-for-the-2016-hsi-conference</link>
7233. <pubDate>Tue, 15 Mar 2016 09:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
7234. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/registration-is-open-for-the-2016-hsi-conference</guid>
7235. <description>
7236. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Get Ready for Spark 2016!&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We’re bringing together instructors and Training Center directors to spark new ideas and encourage conversations through interactive sessions and by embracing the G2015 guidelines focus on high quality and improvement. The three-day event will focus on incorporating technology throughout the event to ignite a...]]>
7237. </description>
7238. </item>
7239. <item>
7240. <title>Answers From The Expert</title>
7241. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/answers-from-the-expert</link>
7242. <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7243. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/answers-from-the-expert</guid>
7244. <description>
7245. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Q Who is this?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A My name is Jill.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I work for HSI Learning Systems as Chief Safety Officer. We are a &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/safety-training&quot;&gt;safety training online &lt;/a&gt;company.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I’ve been in the field of safety for 20 years, with 12 years of experience as a Senior OSHA Safety Investigator with...]]>
7246. </description>
7247. </item>
7248. <item>
7249. <title>A Quick Guide to an OSHA Inspection</title>
7250. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/a-quick-guide-to-an-osha-inspection</link>
7251. <pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2016 10:02:00 -0800</pubDate>
7252. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/a-quick-guide-to-an-osha-inspection</guid>
7253. <description>
7254. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s understandable to feel stressed when thinking about being inspected by OSHA. Thankfully, OSHA has made strides to ensure employers have the necessary information to feel adequately prepared.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Along with reference materials such as the OSHA Inspection Fact Sheet, OSHA is now offering a free safety and health consultation...]]>
7255. </description>
7256. </item>
7257. <item>
7258. <title>Trending Now – What You Need to Know About OSHA in 2016</title>
7259. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/trending-now-what-you-need-to-know-about-osha-in-2016</link>
7260. <pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2016 09:17:00 -0800</pubDate>
7261. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/trending-now-what-you-need-to-know-about-osha-in-2016</guid>
7262. <description>
7263. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) could be enacting some of the most significant changes in recent history this year. There are a couple of them in particular that we would like to highlight for you.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Penalties&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Signed into law by President Obama on Nov. 2, 2015, Congress...]]>
7264. </description>
7265. </item>
7266. <item>
7267. <title>Safety Blog Series: Part 3 | You’ve Got the Job. Now What?</title>
7268. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-blog-series-part-3-youve-got-the-job-now-what</link>
7269. <pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7270. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-blog-series-part-3-youve-got-the-job-now-what</guid>
7271. <description>
7272. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Hey, you came back!&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Thanks for sticking with this. The first two posts of this series set an important, albeit daunting, foundational pieces of this safety job.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;My goal for the remainder of the series is to give you deployable tools to pull this job together and help you...]]>
7273. </description>
7274. </item>
7275. <item>
7276. <title>What Makes Occupational Safety a Good Business Investment?</title>
7277. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-makes-occupational-safety-a-good-business-investment</link>
7278. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7279. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-makes-occupational-safety-a-good-business-investment</guid>
7280. <description>
7281. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;From a business perspective, safety programs do not actually generate sales or income and therefore are a financial burden or cost to do business. The cost of a safety program varies greatly but includes compensation and benefits for safety staff members, safety program budget (including audit equipment and costs...]]>
7282. </description>
7283. </item>
7284. <item>
7285. <title>FAQ: Are MDs Exempt from OSHA Training Standards?</title>
7286. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/faq-are-mds-exempt-from-osha-training-standards</link>
7287. <pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7288. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/faq-are-mds-exempt-from-osha-training-standards</guid>
7289. <description>
7290. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In conversation with customers, this question comes up often enough to be addressed, so I’m going into more detail here with a full explanation:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&quot;Are MDs and PhDs exempt from OSHA federal safety training standards?&quot;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;No.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Medical doctors are not exempt from OSHA laws or training requirements. The same...]]>
7291. </description>
7292. </item>
7293. <item>
7294. <title>ICCM 4 Expands SAICM, Updates Regulations</title>
7295. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/iccm-4-expands-saicm-updates-regulations</link>
7296. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2016 12:31:00 -0800</pubDate>
7297. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/iccm-4-expands-saicm-updates-regulations</guid>
7298. <description>
7299. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The ICCM recently held their fourth conference on their comprehensive implementation of their SAICM program. If you’ve kept up with the ICCM throughout its lifetime, you know that this conference is the fourth of five conferences ICCM expects to hold on a global approach to chemical management, with the...]]>
7300. </description>
7301. </item>
7302. <item>
7303. <title>Understanding OSHA 300 Logs</title>
7304. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-osha-300-logs</link>
7305. <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7306. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-osha-300-logs</guid>
7307. <description>
7308. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Forget something this month?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Not taxes.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Not Valentines.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Not Jump Rope for Heart.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The OSHA 300 Log! You’ve got yours posted, right?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;If so, claim your $1000 savings and stop reading this now.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;$1000?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;That’s how much your unadjusted, other-than-serious OSHA penalty will be if you don’t have yours...]]>
7309. </description>
7310. </item>
7311. <item>
7312. <title>What to do in the event of Downed Power Lines (Video)</title>
7313. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-to-do-in-the-event-of-downed-power-lines-video</link>
7314. <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jan 2016 16:41:00 -0800</pubDate>
7315. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-to-do-in-the-event-of-downed-power-lines-video</guid>
7316. <description>
7317. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Would you know what to do in a downed power line or utility wire situation?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; href=&quot;https://pse.com/safety/ElectricSafety/Pages/Downed-Power-Lines.aspx&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;The experts at Puget Sound Energy have made an excellent video&lt;/a&gt; to educate the public on what to do if you are in your car and encounter downed power lines...]]>
7318. </description>
7319. </item>
7320. <item>
7321. <title>Prepare Your Workers for Winter Driving</title>
7322. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/prepare-your-workers-for-winter-driving</link>
7323. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2016 09:36:00 -0800</pubDate>
7324. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/prepare-your-workers-for-winter-driving</guid>
7325. <description>
7326. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With icy roads, cold temperatures, and snow affecting driving conditions, stop those winter driving woes and make sure you and your employees know safe driving techniques during inclement weather.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.ops.fhwa.dot.gov/weather/q1_roadimpact.htm&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;22% of car crashes during the year&lt;/a&gt; are caused...]]>
7327. </description>
7328. </item>
7329. <item>
7330. <title>Safety Blog Series: Part 2 | You’ve Got the Job. Now What?</title>
7331. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-blog-series-part-2-youve-got-the-job-now-what</link>
7332. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7333. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-blog-series-part-2-youve-got-the-job-now-what</guid>
7334. <description>
7335. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Welcome back! So what’s next now that you have this safety position?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In Part I we talked about the power of a checklist; something you can rely on to stay the course, help you focus, and ensure a strong foundation. I offered a few name options for your checklist...]]>
7336. </description>
7337. </item>
7338. <item>
7339. <title>Check for the Absence of Voltage</title>
7340. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/check-for-the-absence-of-voltage</link>
7341. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7342. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/check-for-the-absence-of-voltage</guid>
7343. <description>
7344. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I would like to recount two different fatality incidents that occurred years apart, but which had an important commonality. A very experienced lineman in one case, and a “trouble man” in a second case, were electrocuted because of this phrase—“it’s dead”.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In both cases, all conductors were not checked...]]>
7345. </description>
7346. </item>
7347. <item>
7348. <title>Audits are a Good Thing</title>
7349. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/audits-are-a-good-thing</link>
7350. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7351. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/audits-are-a-good-thing</guid>
7352. <description>
7353. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I never realized the benefits of an audit until later in my career. Audits have commonly been looked on as a nuisance and aggravating in the past. Someone comes into the workplace and “tries to find something wrong”. I suppose that many auditors and consultants have done exactly that...]]>
7354. </description>
7355. </item>
7356. <item>
7357. <title>Employee Safety Training</title>
7358. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/employee-safety-training</link>
7359. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7360. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/employee-safety-training</guid>
7361. <description>
7362. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I had the question asked of me one day, “When should a company provide the &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/admin/entries/blogEntries/%7Bpage_31%7D&quot;&gt;OSHA&lt;/a&gt; required safety training?” I asked a friend of mine who works at one of the Atlanta OSHA field offices and his answer was “before they have an exposure or incident that could...]]>
7363. </description>
7364. </item>
7365. <item>
7366. <title>Troubleshooting Silica Exposure</title>
7367. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/troubleshooting-silica-exposure</link>
7368. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7369. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/troubleshooting-silica-exposure</guid>
7370. <description>
7371. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Here is what I would recommend to any employer looking for help with silica right now. Feel free to share this as you wish.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Federal &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/admin/entries/blogEntries/%7Bpage_31%7D&quot;&gt;OSHA&lt;/a&gt; is in the midst of new rulemaking for silica exposure. Primarily it involves the amount of silica that is/is not safe for...]]>
7372. </description>
7373. </item>
7374. <item>
7375. <title>Scenes From the HSI Guidelines Meetings</title>
7376. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/scenes-from-the-hsi-guidelines-meetings</link>
7377. <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2016 09:42:00 -0800</pubDate>
7378. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/scenes-from-the-hsi-guidelines-meetings</guid>
7379. <description>
7380. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We were traveling around the western U.S. last week, meeting with instructors and Training Center directors during our first round of G2015 guidelines meetings. The team will be hitting the eastern states next week and at the top of February, so there’s still time to sign up for a...]]>
7381. </description>
7382. </item>
7383. <item>
7384. <title>Summit is Celebrating 35 Years of EH&amp;S Training - Share Your Safety Story With Us!</title>
7385. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/summit-is-celebrating-35-years-of-eh-s-training-share-your-safety-story-with-us</link>
7386. <pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2016 09:37:00 -0800</pubDate>
7387. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/summit-is-celebrating-35-years-of-eh-s-training-share-your-safety-story-with-us</guid>
7388. <description>
7389. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;2016 marks Summit Training Source’s 35&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt; Anniversary of doing what we love; helping you, our customers, avoid accidents and incidents and save lives every day on the job. And we want to celebrate this milestone with the people that helped us get here by sharing some of our favorite...]]>
7390. </description>
7391. </item>
7392. <item>
7393. <title>Stay Informed: Proposed Changes to Regulations Prohibiting the Release of Refrigerants</title>
7394. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/stay-informed-proposed-changes-to-regulations-prohibiting-the-release-of-refrigerants</link>
7395. <pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2016 12:28:00 -0800</pubDate>
7396. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/stay-informed-proposed-changes-to-regulations-prohibiting-the-release-of-refrigerants</guid>
7397. <description>
7398. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Emissions cuts are an inescapable fact for businesses in a variety of industries. Since Obama announced the Climate Action Plan in 2013, the EPA has made several steps toward cutting carbon emissions including finalizing the Clean Power Plan and setting new source performance standards (NSPSs) to limit carbon pollution...]]>
7399. </description>
7400. </item>
7401. <item>
7402. <title>Prepare for 2016 With 2015 OSHA Stats</title>
7403. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/prepare-for-2016-with-2015-osha-stats</link>
7404. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2016 03:35:00 -0800</pubDate>
7405. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/prepare-for-2016-with-2015-osha-stats</guid>
7406. <description>
7407. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;To start off the New Year, we wanted to take a moment to look at the top 10 Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) violations for 2015. As you put together your safety plan for 2016, this list is a powerful reminder about where to focus awareness and training...]]>
7408. </description>
7409. </item>
7410. <item>
7411. <title>New TSCA Overhaul Finally Passes in Senate</title>
7412. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/new-tsca-overhaul-finally-passes-in-senate</link>
7413. <pubDate>Sun, 27 Dec 2015 12:19:00 -0800</pubDate>
7414. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/new-tsca-overhaul-finally-passes-in-senate</guid>
7415. <description>
7416. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Passed in 1976, the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) sought to protect ordinary Americans from potentially harmful chemicals used in everyday products. The wide-ranging legislation gave the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the authority to implement rigid reporting, record-keeping, and testing requirements on certain substances. However, because countless new chemicals...]]>
7417. </description>
7418. </item>
7419. <item>
7420. <title>Staying Safe and Beating the Holiday Blues</title>
7421. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/staying-safe-and-beating-the-holiday-blues</link>
7422. <pubDate>Wed, 16 Dec 2015 03:47:00 -0800</pubDate>
7423. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/staying-safe-and-beating-the-holiday-blues</guid>
7424. <description>
7425. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Sometimes the holidays can be overwhelming, and not just because we’re trying to pack so many things into our calendars or worrying about our gift budget. The holiday season has its own set of unique stressors for many people, so today’s blog offers a few tips to help you...]]>
7426. </description>
7427. </item>
7428. <item>
7429. <title>10 Reasons You’re Probably Wrong About Online Safety Training: Part 2</title>
7430. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/10-reasons-youre-probably-wrong-about-online-safety-training-part-2</link>
7431. <pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7432. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/10-reasons-youre-probably-wrong-about-online-safety-training-part-2</guid>
7433. <description>
7434. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Continued from Part 1&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;From experience, we understand that there’s a lot of misinformation about online training and its value as a progressive tool for modern safety programs. While it is true that Online Safety Training isn’t the perfect fit for every organization, this is your opportunity to understand...]]>
7435. </description>
7436. </item>
7437. <item>
7438. <title>Safety First for Pets During the Holidays</title>
7439. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-first-for-pets-during-the-holidays</link>
7440. <pubDate>Fri, 04 Dec 2015 03:52:00 -0800</pubDate>
7441. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-first-for-pets-during-the-holidays</guid>
7442. <description>
7443. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We know our blog readers are superstars when it comes to best practices for safety for themselves and their families, but don’t forget to watch out for those wonderful animal companions we share our homes and lives with. Now that the holiday season is in full swing, here are...]]>
7444. </description>
7445. </item>
7446. <item>
7447. <title>10 Reasons You’re Probably Wrong About Online Safety Training: Part 1</title>
7448. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/10-reasons-youre-probably-wrong-about-online-safety-training-part-1</link>
7449. <pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7450. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/10-reasons-youre-probably-wrong-about-online-safety-training-part-1</guid>
7451. <description>
7452. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;From experience, we understand that there’s a lot of misinformation about online training and its value as a progressive tool for modern safety programs. While it is true that Online Safety training isn’t the perfect fit for every organization, this is your opportunity to understand the benefits and limitations...]]>
7453. </description>
7454. </item>
7455. <item>
7456. <title>Training: the Ultimate Holiday Gift</title>
7457. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/training-the-ultimate-holiday-gift</link>
7458. <pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2015 03:53:00 -0800</pubDate>
7459. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/training-the-ultimate-holiday-gift</guid>
7460. <description>
7461. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As we move ever closer to the holiday season, it’s time to think about what you’re going to give as gifts to friends and family. Here’s an idea to add to the typical list of presents or charitable donations on behalf of the recipient: consider giving the gift of...]]>
7462. </description>
7463. </item>
7464. <item>
7465. <title>The ROI of Online Safety Training</title>
7466. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-roi-of-online-safety-training</link>
7467. <pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7468. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-roi-of-online-safety-training</guid>
7469. <description>
7470. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Let’s start with the bottom line:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Online training is less expensive than traditional live training&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Heightened accountability&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Reduction in time lost to training&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Reduced training admin time&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Higher retention rates&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p&gt;...leading many to adopt an online-only training implementation for their modern safety programs.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;Traditional Training Costs&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;Each year OSHA penalizes companies for...]]>
7471. </description>
7472. </item>
7473. <item>
7474. <title>Online Safety Training FAQs: Return On Investment</title>
7475. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/online-safety-training-faqs-return-on-investment</link>
7476. <pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7477. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/online-safety-training-faqs-return-on-investment</guid>
7478. <description>
7479. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When organizations begin to evaluate workforce training programs, looking for a better way to get things done, most are forced to consider the online training option. That’s why we’re to help answer your frequently asked questions, starting with expectations for return on investment (ROI).&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Q: What sort of ROI...]]>
7480. </description>
7481. </item>
7482. <item>
7483. <title>Conflicting Regulatory Requirements Concerning Pesticides</title>
7484. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/conflicting-regulatory-requirements-concerning-pesticides</link>
7485. <pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2015 09:48:00 -0800</pubDate>
7486. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/conflicting-regulatory-requirements-concerning-pesticides</guid>
7487. <description>
7488. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In 1996, genetically modified crops were introduced to the fields of the world. One of the purported benefits of these genetically modified organisms was the reduced need for pesticides and herbicides. The modified genes were designed to produce the toxins from inside the plant, rather than require application from...]]>
7489. </description>
7490. </item>
7491. <item>
7492. <title>What is safety actually worth?</title>
7493. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-safety-actually-worth</link>
7494. <pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7495. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-is-safety-actually-worth</guid>
7496. <description>
7497. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The absence of safe working conditions can create significant additional costs.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;For example, there are fixed, direct costs related to worker safety. Workers compensation insurance premiums rise with accidents (to cover lost wages, medical expenses, and rehabilitation costs). There are penalties for workplace injuries and legal costs associated with...]]>
7498. </description>
7499. </item>
7500. <item>
7501. <title>Summit Connect Made Easy</title>
7502. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/summit-connect-made-easy</link>
7503. <pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2015 04:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7504. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/summit-connect-made-easy</guid>
7505. <description>
7506. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In Tuesday’s blog, we talked about the LOOP Learning System in response to requests for information submitted in our recent customer satisfaction survey. Today’s post gives you a look at another HSI product that we’ve been receiving questions about: What exactly is Summit Connect?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;SUMMIT CONNECT — AN ONLINE...]]>
7507. </description>
7508. </item>
7509. <item>
7510. <title>Costumes and Carving — Keep It Safe This Halloween</title>
7511. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/costumes-and-carving-keep-it-safe-this-halloween</link>
7512. <pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2015 04:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
7513. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/costumes-and-carving-keep-it-safe-this-halloween</guid>
7514. <description>
7515. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Halloween is a favorite holiday for many children, but it’s one that can make Mom and Dad a little nervous. Today’s blog offers up some tips for parents on how to handle the costumes that might impair vision, the sharp pumpkin carving knives, and the worry about having the...]]>
7516. </description>
7517. </item>
7518. <item>
7519. <title>Corporations Taking a Stand on Toxic Chemicals in the Retail Industry</title>
7520. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/corporations-taking-a-stand-on-toxic-chemicals-in-the-retail-industry</link>
7521. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2015 10:57:00 -0700</pubDate>
7522. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/corporations-taking-a-stand-on-toxic-chemicals-in-the-retail-industry</guid>
7523. <description>
7524. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The day has arrived when customers have begun to demand more environmentally friendly and safe chemicals—which has naturally led to retailers pushing for the same things. In fact, in today&#039;s market, more and more corporations are working to lessen the presence of hazardous chemicals while promoting the use of...]]>
7525. </description>
7526. </item>
7527. <item>
7528. <title>Post-incident Resources for First Responders</title>
7529. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/post-incident-resources-for-first-responders</link>
7530. <pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2015 04:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
7531. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/post-incident-resources-for-first-responders</guid>
7532. <description>
7533. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Assisting in an emergency can be a traumatic experience, even for the pros. Although first responders like EMS, fire, and law enforcement personnel deal with crisis situations on a regular basis, sometimes these highly trained heroes need extra support, especially in incidences that involve violence.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;After the tragic shooting...]]>
7534. </description>
7535. </item>
7536. <item>
7537. <title>10 Benefits of a True Learning Culture</title>
7538. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/10-benefits-of-a-true-learning-culture</link>
7539. <pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2015 13:44:00 -0700</pubDate>
7540. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/10-benefits-of-a-true-learning-culture</guid>
7541. <description>
7542. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Changing the “culture” of any organization is a real challenge. It’s all too easy to focus instead on day-to-day tactical issues (How do we make this meeting shorter? What’s a better email program? How can we take steps out of our workflow?)&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;But, as they say, most...]]>
7543. </description>
7544. </item>
7545. <item>
7546. <title>Distracted Walking Injuries at Home and in the Workplace</title>
7547. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/distracted-walking-injuries-at-home-and-in-the-workplace</link>
7548. <pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2015 04:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
7549. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/distracted-walking-injuries-at-home-and-in-the-workplace</guid>
7550. <description>
7551. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Called a “significant safety threat” by the National Safety Council, distracted walking is a topic that has been coming up more and more, with the rise in injuries paralleling the eight-fold increase in cell phone use in the last 15 years.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;It’s estimated that there were more than 11,00...]]>
7552. </description>
7553. </item>
7554. <item>
7555. <title>OSHA Updates PSM Standards for Retail Exemption</title>
7556. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-updates-psm-standards-for-retail-exemption</link>
7557. <pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2015 09:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
7558. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-updates-psm-standards-for-retail-exemption</guid>
7559. <description>
7560. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has updated its standards on Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals (PSM). Beginning in January of 2016, the federal agency will impose a new interpretation regarding the exemption of retail facilities from chemical compliance.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;When first enacted in 1992, PSM standards...]]>
7561. </description>
7562. </item>
7563. <item>
7564. <title>Is Your Communication Style at Work Effective?</title>
7565. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/is-your-communication-style-at-work-effective</link>
7566. <pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2015 09:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7567. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/is-your-communication-style-at-work-effective</guid>
7568. <description>
7569. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Other than software developers who code from home, we all work with people and must communicate with people every day. It’s important to understand your own communication style and how it affects your colleagues and employees. It’s also important to recognize their communication styles and preferred methods of communication.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
7570. </description>
7571. </item>
7572. <item>
7573. <title>24-7 Fire Offers Chief Jeff Johnson’s New Customer Service Course Series</title>
7574. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/24-7-fire-offers-chief-jeff-johnsons-new-customer-service-course-series</link>
7575. <pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2015 04:13:00 -0700</pubDate>
7576. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/24-7-fire-offers-chief-jeff-johnsons-new-customer-service-course-series</guid>
7577. <description>
7578. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Renowned fire service expert Chief Jeff Johnson has created a four-course series on fire department customer service to educate emergency services officers and would-be officers regarding effective customer service in their industry. Learn how a public service agency can use top-flight service and good communication to improve the strength...]]>
7579. </description>
7580. </item>
7581. <item>
7582. <title>Tightening of GHS Regulations Has a Positive Impact on the Environment</title>
7583. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tightening-of-ghs-regulations-has-a-positive-impact-on-the-environment</link>
7584. <pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2015 11:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
7585. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tightening-of-ghs-regulations-has-a-positive-impact-on-the-environment</guid>
7586. <description>
7587. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Chemicals can have a devastating impact on both human health and the environment, and over the past century, humans have introduced an astounding number of chemical substances into the environment. Some are useful and some are waste, but they all can put our planet and people at risk if...]]>
7588. </description>
7589. </item>
7590. <item>
7591. <title>Preventing Back Injuries in the Workplace</title>
7592. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/preventing-back-injuries-in-the-workplace</link>
7593. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2015 04:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
7594. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/preventing-back-injuries-in-the-workplace</guid>
7595. <description>
7596. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Back injuries are a common problem in the workplace. When discussing ways to prevent back injuries, the key thing to remember is that these problems are much easier to avoid than to fix once the damage is done. Today’s blog offers a few best practices to help avoid injury...]]>
7597. </description>
7598. </item>
7599. <item>
7600. <title>October is Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month (Infographic)</title>
7601. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/october-is-sudden-cardiac-arrest-awareness-month-infographic</link>
7602. <pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2015 04:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
7603. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/october-is-sudden-cardiac-arrest-awareness-month-infographic</guid>
7604. <description>
7605. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Every October, the emergency care world brings Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) to center stage. SCA is a significant health threat and can occur without warning to anyone, at any time. Without early recognition and care from a bystander, the person will not survive.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;For all the details on SCA...]]>
7606. </description>
7607. </item>
7608. <item>
7609. <title>Rake Those Leaves, But Do It Safely!</title>
7610. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/rake-those-leaves-but-do-it-safely</link>
7611. <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2015 04:26:00 -0700</pubDate>
7612. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/rake-those-leaves-but-do-it-safely</guid>
7613. <description>
7614. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;For many around the U.S., autumn’s most visible calling card is the leafy debris covering our yards after the first big windstorm of the season. Although colorful and fun to jump in, those piles of leaves mean yard work and that can mean injuries.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In today’s post, let’s see...]]>
7615. </description>
7616. </item>
7617. <item>
7618. <title>Make Sure Vehicle Inspections Are Part of Your Workplace Safety Plan</title>
7619. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/make-sure-vehicle-inspections-are-part-of-your-workplace-safety-plan</link>
7620. <pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2015 04:27:00 -0700</pubDate>
7621. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/make-sure-vehicle-inspections-are-part-of-your-workplace-safety-plan</guid>
7622. <description>
7623. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Driving safety is a significant consideration for many companies, especially when it comes to complying with FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) or Department of Transportation regulations. Today’s blog post looks at an important area of concern for any organization that has employee drivers and company vehicles — the...]]>
7624. </description>
7625. </item>
7626. <item>
7627. <title>What Factors Influence Toxic Exposure Levels?</title>
7628. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-factors-influence-toxic-exposure-levels</link>
7629. <pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2015 09:22:00 -0700</pubDate>
7630. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-factors-influence-toxic-exposure-levels</guid>
7631. <description>
7632. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;One of the first things to consider when thinking about chemical compliance is controlling exposure levels. Compliance standards are created, in part, to prevent or mitigate toxic chemical effects on employees. While there are no invariable principles that can help a person determine what level a substance becomes poisonous...]]>
7633. </description>
7634. </item>
7635. <item>
7636. <title>New in the 24-7 EMS Library: Medrills Animated Courses</title>
7637. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/new-in-the-24-7-ems-library-medrills-animated-courses</link>
7638. <pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2015 04:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
7639. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/new-in-the-24-7-ems-library-medrills-animated-courses</guid>
7640. <description>
7641. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We’re proud to announce the addition of Medrills animated courses from ArchieMD to our 24-7 EMS library of first responder continuing education courses.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Medrills is a series of short, 3D medical simulation training courses that help reinforce emergency medical concepts and skills. By combining 3D computer graphics from ArchieMD’s...]]>
7642. </description>
7643. </item>
7644. <item>
7645. <title>How to Keep Workers Safe Around Chemicals</title>
7646. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-keep-workers-safe-around-chemicals</link>
7647. <pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2015 12:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
7648. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-keep-workers-safe-around-chemicals</guid>
7649. <description>
7650. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It may surprise you to learn that more than half a million Americans work in laboratories, according to numbers from the Occupational Safety &amp;amp; Health Administration (OSHA). These important jobs can also be quite dangerous because of the chemical hazards in the laboratory environment. Although governed by numerous local...]]>
7651. </description>
7652. </item>
7653. <item>
7654. <title>Some Tips for National Food Safety Awareness Month</title>
7655. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/some-tips-for-national-food-safety-awareness-month</link>
7656. <pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2015 04:32:00 -0700</pubDate>
7657. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/some-tips-for-national-food-safety-awareness-month</guid>
7658. <description>
7659. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Now here’s a topic that’s important to everyone; making sure that the food you prepare and eat is safe and won’t result in an unpleasant episode of food poisoning.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; href=&quot;http://www.foodsafety.gov/keep/basics/index.html&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;foodsafety.gov&lt;/a&gt;, in a typical year, one in six Americans could get a bout of...]]>
7660. </description>
7661. </item>
7662. <item>
7663. <title>Back-to-School Transportation – Ride in Safety Style</title>
7664. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/back-to-school-transportation-ride-in-safety-style</link>
7665. <pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2015 04:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
7666. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/back-to-school-transportation-ride-in-safety-style</guid>
7667. <description>
7668. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Another new school year is about to be in full swing, and with 55 million children and young adults across the United States heading back into the classroom, that means increased road travel and traffic pattern shifts. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This busy time of year can be dangerous, especially regarding the...]]>
7669. </description>
7670. </item>
7671. <item>
7672. <title>Safety Blog Series: Part 1 | You’ve Got the Job. Now What?</title>
7673. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-blog-series-part-1-youve-got-the-job-now-what</link>
7674. <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7675. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-blog-series-part-1-youve-got-the-job-now-what</guid>
7676. <description>
7677. <![CDATA[ &lt;h2&gt;Congratulations! You&#039;ve got the safety job. Now what?&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;Have you recently acquired the role of &quot;safety person&quot; at your company? Are you still baffled as to how &lt;em&gt;this&lt;/em&gt; job landed in your lap? Do you already have a full plate of responsibilities in other areas? Was this role created...]]>
7678. </description>
7679. </item>
7680. <item>
7681. <title>Where to Find Guidance on Assembling Your Workplace First Aid Kit</title>
7682. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/where-to-find-guidance-on-assembling-your-workplace-first-aid-kit</link>
7683. <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2015 04:37:00 -0700</pubDate>
7684. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/where-to-find-guidance-on-assembling-your-workplace-first-aid-kit</guid>
7685. <description>
7686. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Emergencies are a lot easier to deal with when you have the right tools at your fingertips. The workplace first aid kit is a key component of an organization’s overall safety plan, but how does a company go about assembling one that covers all the bases?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Let’s start with...]]>
7687. </description>
7688. </item>
7689. <item>
7690. <title>Respiratory Protection for Surface Miners</title>
7691. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/respiratory-protection-for-surface-miners</link>
7692. <pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7693. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/respiratory-protection-for-surface-miners</guid>
7694. <description>
7695. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Surface mining work presents a host of risks, and airborne contaminants can be one of the most dangerous. Contaminants in the air create respiratory hazards that can lead to severe and even fatal illness.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In the surface mining industry, silicosis is one of the most common respiratory ailments among...]]>
7696. </description>
7697. </item>
7698. <item>
7699. <title>Special Work Conditions and Safe Material Handling for Electrical Workers</title>
7700. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/special-work-conditions-and-safe-material-handling-for-electrical-workers</link>
7701. <pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7702. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/special-work-conditions-and-safe-material-handling-for-electrical-workers</guid>
7703. <description>
7704. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Electric utility work is among the most dangerous types of jobs. Every year, &lt;a href=&quot;http://ehstoday.com/construction/news/occupational-electrical-injury-3991&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;13,000 electrical workers&lt;/a&gt; are injured so severely that they had to take time off work. And electrical violations are consistently among the most commonly cited &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/admin/entries/blogEntries/%7Bpage_31%7D&quot;&gt;OSHA &lt;/a&gt;infractions.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Following safe work practices...]]>
7705. </description>
7706. </item>
7707. <item>
7708. <title>Safety Focus: Elevated Work Safety</title>
7709. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-focus-elevated-work-safety</link>
7710. <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2015 04:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
7711. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-focus-elevated-work-safety</guid>
7712. <description>
7713. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Ladders and scaffolding are important resources in many occupations. They’re also frequent visitors on OSHA’s top ten most-cited violations list, with scaffolding at number 3 in 2014 and ladders coming in at number 7.*&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;SEE ALSO: &lt;/strong&gt;*OSHA&#039;s Top 10: The more things change Safety and Health Magazine&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Whenever...]]>
7714. </description>
7715. </item>
7716. <item>
7717. <title>Remember to Pack Safety When Traveling Abroad</title>
7718. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/remember-to-pack-safety-when-traveling-abroad</link>
7719. <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2015 04:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
7720. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/remember-to-pack-safety-when-traveling-abroad</guid>
7721. <description>
7722. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A trip requires planning – It’s hard enough to make sure you have all of the essentials you need, and a trip to an international destination can make that even more of a challenge.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Here are a couple of tips and tricks to help ensure your safety the next...]]>
7723. </description>
7724. </item>
7725. <item>
7726. <title>Adding Accident Investigation and Disaster Preparedness to Your Safety Mix</title>
7727. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/adding-accident-investigation-and-disaster-preparedness-to-your-safety-mix</link>
7728. <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2015 04:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
7729. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/adding-accident-investigation-and-disaster-preparedness-to-your-safety-mix</guid>
7730. <description>
7731. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s easy to think of safety training in the context of the machines and potentially dangerous settings of the industrial workplace. But aside from learning how to safely use all the equipment required by our jobs, two additional areas of focus should also be added for successful safety planning...]]>
7732. </description>
7733. </item>
7734. <item>
7735. <title>Accident Prevention on Surface Mines</title>
7736. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/accident-prevention-on-surface-mines</link>
7737. <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7738. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/accident-prevention-on-surface-mines</guid>
7739. <description>
7740. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When Roy Mullins went to work on May 28, 2015 at a &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.wkyt.com/home/headlines/KSP-Investigates-Pike-County-Surface-Mining-Accident-305511241.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;surface mine in Kentucky&lt;/a&gt;, he had no idea it would be his last. Tragically, Mullins lost his life while attempting to attach a chain between a tractor trailer and a grader. An investigation...]]>
7741. </description>
7742. </item>
7743. <item>
7744. <title>Beach Safety</title>
7745. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/beach-safety</link>
7746. <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2015 04:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
7747. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/beach-safety</guid>
7748. <description>
7749. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Picture this: It’s beach time. You’ve got your towel rolled out, the sun in your face, and the deep blue water as far as you can see. You’re ready for a day of lounging and swimming; what could possibly go wrong?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Well, a lot of things actually. Which is...]]>
7750. </description>
7751. </item>
7752. <item>
7753. <title>Skills and Best Practices for the Safety Professional</title>
7754. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/skills-and-best-practices-for-the-safety-professional</link>
7755. <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2015 04:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
7756. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/skills-and-best-practices-for-the-safety-professional</guid>
7757. <description>
7758. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Our respect and appreciation for the safety professional knows no bounds here at HSI, but we understand that isn’t the case in every company. Those at the helm of an organization’s safety program are often the unsung hero of their company, and that can make it tough when it’s...]]>
7759. </description>
7760. </item>
7761. <item>
7762. <title>Bloodborne Pathogens Safety | Infographic</title>
7763. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/bloodborne-pathogens-safety-infographic</link>
7764. <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7765. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/bloodborne-pathogens-safety-infographic</guid>
7766. <description>
7767. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In the workplace, accidents involving blood and other body fluids happen every day. But providing aid to victims can put you at risk for exposure to diseases from bloodborne pathogens. This infographic outlines five steps to safely handling accidents involving blood and other body fluids, so you can avoid...]]>
7768. </description>
7769. </item>
7770. <item>
7771. <title>Eye Injury Prevention Month</title>
7772. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/eye-injury-prevention-month</link>
7773. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2015 03:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
7774. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/eye-injury-prevention-month</guid>
7775. <description>
7776. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;July is Eye Injury Prevention Month, and whether we find ourselves at work, at home, playing sports, or anywhere where we need a little extra consideration for keeping the peepers safe, today’s blog has some good suggestions and guidelines.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;IN THE&lt;/strong&gt; WORKPLACE&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;Of course workplace eye safety leaps to...]]>
7777. </description>
7778. </item>
7779. <item>
7780. <title>Fireworks Safety Reminder</title>
7781. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/fireworks-safety-reminder</link>
7782. <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2015 03:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
7783. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/fireworks-safety-reminder</guid>
7784. <description>
7785. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Whether you’re the parent with a packet of sparklers for the kids or a dedicated enthusiast who stocks up on and enjoys some backyard fireworks every Fourth of July, it’s time for a reminder about how to stay safe when using fireworks.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Before heading into this weekend’s Independence Day...]]>
7786. </description>
7787. </item>
7788. <item>
7789. <title>Hydration Alert: Why You Should Drink More Water</title>
7790. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hydration-alert-why-you-should-drink-more-water</link>
7791. <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2015 03:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
7792. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hydration-alert-why-you-should-drink-more-water</guid>
7793. <description>
7794. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Not only is water a precious global resource, it is also the superhero of beverages – no question. Why? Because of the crazy amount of health benefits that come along with the clear, no-calorie liquid, making it essential to your health both on and off the job. And water...]]>
7795. </description>
7796. </item>
7797. <item>
7798. <title>Summer Safety Tips</title>
7799. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/summer-safety-tips</link>
7800. <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7801. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/summer-safety-tips</guid>
7802. <description>
7803. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s the time of year when we break out the BBQs, sunscreen, and swimming trunks.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Let’s review some tips to make sure your summer holiday cookouts, pool parties, and firework celebrations are safely enjoyed with friends and family.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;BBQ&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Summer is peak fire season, and each year, the classic...]]>
7804. </description>
7805. </item>
7806. <item>
7807. <title>Swimming Pool Safety</title>
7808. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/swimming-pool-safety</link>
7809. <pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2015 03:14:00 -0700</pubDate>
7810. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/swimming-pool-safety</guid>
7811. <description>
7812. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A swimming pool is an almost irresistible attraction for children. A pool also requires extra vigilance by homeowners and parents to ensure that everyone stays safe. So now that we&#039;re on the cusp of the official start to summer here in North America, we thought it would be the...]]>
7813. </description>
7814. </item>
7815. <item>
7816. <title>June is National Safety Month - 2015</title>
7817. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/june-is-national-safety-month-1</link>
7818. <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2015 03:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
7819. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/june-is-national-safety-month-1</guid>
7820. <description>
7821. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Talk about an awareness month HSI can get behind…. June is National Safety Month, and, &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; href=&quot;http://www.nsc.org/act/events/Pages/national-safety-month.aspx?utm_medium=(none)&amp;amp;utm_source=(direct)&amp;amp;utm_campaign=NSM)&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;according to the National Safety Council&lt;/a&gt;, it’s a time to “focus on reducing leading causes of injury and death at work, on the road, and in our homes and communities.”&lt;/p&gt...]]>
7822. </description>
7823. </item>
7824. <item>
7825. <title>Electric Utility Grounding: What You Don&#039;t Know Can Hurt You</title>
7826. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/electric-utility-grounding-what-you-dont-know-can-hurt-you</link>
7827. <pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2015 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7828. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/electric-utility-grounding-what-you-dont-know-can-hurt-you</guid>
7829. <description>
7830. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Electric workers, especially lineman, use grounding systems on a regular basis as a protective measure against electric shock. Many electric utility workers have been performing certain grounding principles for decades, but in recent years some safer practices have been discovered. It’s important to stay on top of these changes.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
7831. </description>
7832. </item>
7833. <item>
7834. <title>Understanding the ROI of Online Safety Training</title>
7835. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-the-roi-of-online-safety-training</link>
7836. <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2015 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7837. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-the-roi-of-online-safety-training</guid>
7838. <description>
7839. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Safety professionals often ask us how online safety training can save them money. In other words, they want to know the return on investment (ROI). So we’re answering a few of the most common ROI questions we get here at HSI, to give you a better understanding of how...]]>
7840. </description>
7841. </item>
7842. <item>
7843. <title>What Your Attire Tells Your Clients</title>
7844. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-your-attire-tells-your-clients</link>
7845. <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2015 09:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
7846. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-your-attire-tells-your-clients</guid>
7847. <description>
7848. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Your sales team meets with clients regularly, and to gain business, each person must make a good first impression. Building a client relationship may take time, but that initial encounter is very important. For this reason, what your sales employees wear impacts their jobs.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Learning how to...]]>
7849. </description>
7850. </item>
7851. <item>
7852. <title>Get Ready for Road Work Season</title>
7853. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/get-ready-for-road-work-season</link>
7854. <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2015 03:22:00 -0700</pubDate>
7855. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/get-ready-for-road-work-season</guid>
7856. <description>
7857. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Now that winter has released its grip across the U.S., it’s time for seasonal road repair projects to begin. Let’s take a few moments to today to talk about best practices that will keep road workers and motorists safe.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Transportation departments in Connecticut, New Hampshire, and other states remind...]]>
7858. </description>
7859. </item>
7860. <item>
7861. <title>Thank You HSI Conference Attendees!</title>
7862. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/thank-you-hsi-conference-attendees</link>
7863. <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2015 03:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
7864. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/thank-you-hsi-conference-attendees</guid>
7865. <description>
7866. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A round of applause and a big thank you to everyone who attended this year’s HSI International Conference in Nashville. We hope you came away from the conference with new ideas, strategies, and resources to make your training business even more successful.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We couldn’t have done it without the...]]>
7867. </description>
7868. </item>
7869. <item>
7870. <title>How’s Your Safety Savviness With Upper Management?</title>
7871. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hows-your-safety-savviness-with-upper-management</link>
7872. <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2015 03:26:00 -0700</pubDate>
7873. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hows-your-safety-savviness-with-upper-management</guid>
7874. <description>
7875. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Does your upper management know the importance of EH&amp;amp;S training in your organization?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We’ve all heard the phrase “the devil is in the details”, meaning that small things in plans must be accounted for or they can cause serious problems, right? Applied in the corporate EH&amp;amp;S training space, this...]]>
7876. </description>
7877. </item>
7878. <item>
7879. <title>How to Tell if Someone is a Good Fit for the Job</title>
7880. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-tell-if-someone-is-a-good-fit-for-the-job</link>
7881. <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2015 09:31:00 -0700</pubDate>
7882. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-tell-if-someone-is-a-good-fit-for-the-job</guid>
7883. <description>
7884. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Managers play many roles, and that often includes the job of hiring. They are looking for the missing puzzle piece to complete their team. While filling positions may be part of a manager&#039;s duty, it often requires skills different from those they use every day. For instance, knowing how...]]>
7885. </description>
7886. </item>
7887. <item>
7888. <title>Don’t miss the Workers Memorial Day world premiere of “A Day’s Work”</title>
7889. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/dont-miss-the-workers-memorial-day-world-premiere-of-a-days-work</link>
7890. <pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
7891. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/dont-miss-the-workers-memorial-day-world-premiere-of-a-days-work</guid>
7892. <description>
7893. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;90 minutes before he was killed on his first day of work as a temporary employee, 21-year-old Day Davis texted a picture of himself to his girlfriend, excited for their future. Now Day&#039;s sister, 17-year-old Antonia, searches for answers. An investigation reveals the issues that led to Day&#039;s death...]]>
7894. </description>
7895. </item>
7896. <item>
7897. <title>The Benefits of Having a Management Training Program</title>
7898. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-benefits-of-having-a-management-training-program</link>
7899. <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2015 15:57:00 -0700</pubDate>
7900. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-benefits-of-having-a-management-training-program</guid>
7901. <description>
7902. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;You may think of job training as something employees do when they&#039;re first hired or when they have to complete HR compliance instruction, but it can actually cover much more. In fact, management training, whether it occurs after a promotion or as a continued program, can provide your leadership...]]>
7903. </description>
7904. </item>
7905. <item>
7906. <title>April Brings Awareness to Alcohol Abuse and Distracted Driving</title>
7907. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/april-brings-awareness-to-alcohol-abuse-and-distracted-driving</link>
7908. <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2015 03:36:00 -0700</pubDate>
7909. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/april-brings-awareness-to-alcohol-abuse-and-distracted-driving</guid>
7910. <description>
7911. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)&lt;/a&gt; and the &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.ncadd.org/index.php/programs-a-services/alcohol-awareness-month&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (NCADD)&lt;/a&gt; have marked April as the month to raise awareness for alcohol abuse, with the &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.nsc.org/safety_road/Distracted_Driving/Pages/DDAM.aspx&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;National Safety Council also...]]>
7912. </description>
7913. </item>
7914. <item>
7915. <title>New Courses Available From 24-7 EMS!</title>
7916. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/new-courses-available-from-24-7-ems</link>
7917. <pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2015 03:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
7918. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/new-courses-available-from-24-7-ems</guid>
7919. <description>
7920. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;We’ve expanded the 24-7 EMS library with six new continuing education courses.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h3&gt;&lt;a id=&quot;ebola&quot; name=&quot;ebola&quot;&gt;&lt;/a&gt;EBOLA AWARENESS FOR EMS&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;(course available online only)&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Ebola is a rare and deadly disease that is caused by infection with one of the Ebola virus strains, and there have been several cases in the...]]>
7921. </description>
7922. </item>
7923. <item>
7924. <title>Pay Attention to Electrical Safety and Check Out HSI&#039;s New NFPA 70e Program</title>
7925. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/pay-attention-to-electrical-safety-and-check-out-hsis-new-nfpa-70e-program</link>
7926. <pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2015 03:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
7927. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/pay-attention-to-electrical-safety-and-check-out-hsis-new-nfpa-70e-program</guid>
7928. <description>
7929. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pay Attention to Electrical Safety and Check out Summit’s NEW NFPA 70E Program&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Electricity is such a common part of our lives that many times we forget the risks involved. Even with employees that work with electrical equipment every day, accidents can occur from something as simple as a...]]>
7930. </description>
7931. </item>
7932. <item>
7933. <title>Head, Neck, and Back Injuries — Prevention and Emergency Treatment</title>
7934. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/head-neck-and-back-injuries-prevention-and-emergency-treatment</link>
7935. <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2015 03:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
7936. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/head-neck-and-back-injuries-prevention-and-emergency-treatment</guid>
7937. <description>
7938. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;From typical lower backaches all the way to the sharp pain of an accident-induced case of whiplash; head, neck, and back injuries are never a good time. Today’s blog post explores some training you can implement in your workplace to prevent these types of injuries, as well as what...]]>
7939. </description>
7940. </item>
7941. <item>
7942. <title>Bringing on Temporary Workers for Construction Season</title>
7943. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/bringing-on-temporary-workers-for-construction-season</link>
7944. <pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2015 03:53:00 -0700</pubDate>
7945. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/bringing-on-temporary-workers-for-construction-season</guid>
7946. <description>
7947. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The summer hiring season is just around the corner, and that can mean bringing on temporary workers to your job sites. These workers may or may not be as experienced as your regular employee crews, and may or may not have received the level and quality of safety training...]]>
7948. </description>
7949. </item>
7950. <item>
7951. <title>Looking Ahead: Updated CPR &amp; First Aid Guidelines</title>
7952. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/looking-ahead-updated-cpr-first-aid-guidelines</link>
7953. <pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2015 04:47:00 -0700</pubDate>
7954. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/looking-ahead-updated-cpr-first-aid-guidelines</guid>
7955. <description>
7956. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;BACKGROUND&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Since the first CPR Standards and Guidelines were released in 1975, major updates have been provided about every five years. True to form, the next update is scheduled to occur this fall in October, exactly five years to the month from the release of the current guidelines.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Today...]]>
7957. </description>
7958. </item>
7959. <item>
7960. <title>Hand Injuries in Construction</title>
7961. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hand-injuries-in-construction</link>
7962. <pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2015 04:50:00 -0800</pubDate>
7963. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hand-injuries-in-construction</guid>
7964. <description>
7965. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A construction site can be a real epicenter for hand injuries.&lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; href=&quot;http://ehstoday.com/ppe/protective-clothing/fits-like-a-glove-protecting-hands-0801&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt; A 2011 article in EHS Today&lt;/a&gt; cites some scary statistics about the frequency and the expense of such incidents:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;From the CDC&lt;/em&gt; -- Hand construction injuries send more than 1 million workers to the...]]>
7966. </description>
7967. </item>
7968. <item>
7969. <title>Workers Compensation &amp; Workplace Safety: Making Dollars &amp; Sense Of It</title>
7970. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/workers-compensation-workplace-safety-making-dollars-sense-of-it</link>
7971. <pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2015 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7972. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/workers-compensation-workplace-safety-making-dollars-sense-of-it</guid>
7973. <description>
7974. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In the second of a two-part series on speaking the language of company leadership to leverage safety efforts, HSI’s Chief Safety Officer, Jill James, fills us in on how to communicate the impact of workplace safety on workers compensation costs.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;Safety in Savannah&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;Magnolia leaves, beautiful city squares and...]]>
7975. </description>
7976. </item>
7977. <item>
7978. <title>Are You Prepared for New OSHA Reporting Requirements?</title>
7979. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/are-you-prepared-for-new-osha-reporting-requirements</link>
7980. <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2015 04:52:00 -0800</pubDate>
7981. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/are-you-prepared-for-new-osha-reporting-requirements</guid>
7982. <description>
7983. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;This may be a recap for you, but we wanted to reiterate the importance of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) new reporting requirements that went into effect January 1, 2015. Previously, all employers under the federal jurisdiction of OSHA were required to report all workplace fatalities and...]]>
7984. </description>
7985. </item>
7986. <item>
7987. <title>Healthy Hearts, Exercise, and What to Do in Case of Strains and Sprains</title>
7988. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/healthy-hearts-exercise-and-what-to-do-in-case-of-strains-and-sprains</link>
7989. <pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2015 04:55:00 -0800</pubDate>
7990. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/healthy-hearts-exercise-and-what-to-do-in-case-of-strains-and-sprains</guid>
7991. <description>
7992. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We hope you spent some time during Heart Month learning a little more about heart health and the easy things you can do to keep yours in top shape. On our own blog, we offered up some food for thought in these Heart Month posts:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;We asked some of...]]>
7993. </description>
7994. </item>
7995. <item>
7996. <title>EEI and OSHA Reach Settlement on Final Rules Affecting Electric Utilities</title>
7997. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/eei-and-osha-reach-settlement-on-final-rules-affecting-electric-utilities</link>
7998. <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2015 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
7999. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/eei-and-osha-reach-settlement-on-final-rules-affecting-electric-utilities</guid>
8000. <description>
8001. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;After months of gathering information and forming the necessary arguments, &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.eei.org/Pages/default.aspx&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Edison Electric Institute&lt;/a&gt; (EEI) has reached a settlement agreement with OSHA resolving EEI&#039;s challenge to the final rules for electric power generation, transmission and distribution.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;EEI worked with OSHA, the &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.ibew.org/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;IBEW...]]>
8002. </description>
8003. </item>
8004. <item>
8005. <title>3 Things Linemen Can Do To Avoid Musculoskeletal Disorders</title>
8006. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/3-things-linemen-can-do-to-avoid-musculoskeletal-disorders</link>
8007. <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2015 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
8008. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/3-things-linemen-can-do-to-avoid-musculoskeletal-disorders</guid>
8009. <description>
8010. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s not uncommon for lineworkers to experience back and knee pain, especially later in life after they’ve been working for years climbing poles, repairing cables, digging holes, and handling heavy materials.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This pain is often caused by repeated stress on muscles, tendons and ligaments from overwork or overstrain. Known...]]>
8011. </description>
8012. </item>
8013. <item>
8014. <title>Prevent Heart Disease by Keeping That Heart Healthy!</title>
8015. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/prevent-heart-disease-by-keeping-that-heart-healthy</link>
8016. <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2015 04:59:00 -0800</pubDate>
8017. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/prevent-heart-disease-by-keeping-that-heart-healthy</guid>
8018. <description>
8019. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Did you know that some health conditions and lifestyle factors can put people at a higher risk for developing heart disease? According to the &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.cdc.gov/VitalSigns/CardiovascularDisease/index.html&quot; title=&quot;Centers for Disease Control and Prevention&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Centers for Disease Control and Prevention&lt;/a&gt;, the two main reasons people have heart disease or...]]>
8020. </description>
8021. </item>
8022. <item>
8023. <title>Do You Understand the Symptoms and Risks of Cardiovascular Disease?</title>
8024. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/do-you-understand-the-symptoms-and-risks-of-cardiovascular-disease</link>
8025. <pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2015 05:01:00 -0800</pubDate>
8026. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/do-you-understand-the-symptoms-and-risks-of-cardiovascular-disease</guid>
8027. <description>
8028. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We talk a lot on our blog about sudden cardiac arrest, but today let’s look at a broader topic in heart health. The &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.cdc.gov/features/heartmonth/&quot; title=&quot;CDC lays out some scary statistics from the American Heart Association about cardiovascular disease in their article on Heart Month:&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;CDC lays...]]>
8029. </description>
8030. </item>
8031. <item>
8032. <title>Fall Protection – Construct Safety at Your Site!</title>
8033. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/fall-protection-construct-safety-at-your-site</link>
8034. <pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2015 05:03:00 -0800</pubDate>
8035. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/fall-protection-construct-safety-at-your-site</guid>
8036. <description>
8037. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In the workplace, the Occupational Safety &amp;amp; Health Administration (OSHA) reports that fall&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; protection had nearly $20 million in penalties across all industries and topped the list of OSHA’s most frequently cited standards during fiscal year 2014, with hazard communication and scaffolding holding the second and third positions.&lt;/p&gt...]]>
8038. </description>
8039. </item>
8040. <item>
8041. <title>Get Your CEO To Support Safety With “The Curve” Approach</title>
8042. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/get-your-ceo-to-support-safety-with-the-curve-approach</link>
8043. <pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2015 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
8044. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/get-your-ceo-to-support-safety-with-the-curve-approach</guid>
8045. <description>
8046. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;The Pitfalls Of Safety Lingo&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;Do you ever feel when you open your mouth to talk about safety, the person on the receiving-end looks at you as if you had three-heads? Especially when it’s your company executive or an operations manager?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I know that’s how I felt...]]>
8047. </description>
8048. </item>
8049. <item>
8050. <title>We&#039;ve Got Your Heart - February is Heart Month</title>
8051. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/weve-got-your-heart-february-is-heart-month</link>
8052. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2015 05:05:00 -0800</pubDate>
8053. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/weve-got-your-heart-february-is-heart-month</guid>
8054. <description>
8055. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;February is Heart Month, when we focus national attention on cardiovascular health. And that got us to thinking about healthy hearts and the workplace.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We spend a lot of our lives on the job. A &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.gallup.com/poll/175286/hour-workweek-actually-longer-seven-hours.aspx&quot;&gt;2013-2014 Gallop poll&lt;/a&gt; revealed that &lt;em&gt;“adults employed full time in the U.S. report...]]>
8056. </description>
8057. </item>
8058. <item>
8059. <title>How to Make Your EHS Program More Successful</title>
8060. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-make-your-eh-s-program-more-successful</link>
8061. <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2015 05:11:00 -0800</pubDate>
8062. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-make-your-eh-s-program-more-successful</guid>
8063. <description>
8064. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;You know that successful &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/solutions/ehs-environmental-health-and-safety&quot;&gt;EH&amp;amp;S programs&lt;/a&gt; can encompass several elements to help ensure employee, product, and property safety through reduced risk, which may vary depending on your work environment and your workforce, as well as your preferences for administering and managing your program. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;But another factor that...]]>
8065. </description>
8066. </item>
8067. <item>
8068. <title>Drug Testing in the Workplace and Medical Marijuana – the Controversy</title>
8069. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/drug-testing-in-the-workplace-and-medical-marijuana-the-controversy</link>
8070. <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2015 05:18:00 -0800</pubDate>
8071. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/drug-testing-in-the-workplace-and-medical-marijuana-the-controversy</guid>
8072. <description>
8073. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/10987-medical-marijuana-and-workplace-safety&quot;&gt;Safety + Health Magazine&lt;/a&gt; took an in-depth look last summer at an issue that many safety professionals across the country are facing now that new laws in their states have gone into effect at the top of the year.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;With marijuana for medical use becoming widespread as more...]]>
8074. </description>
8075. </item>
8076. <item>
8077. <title>The Importance of Living an Active &amp; Healthy Life – Your Heart Will Thank You!</title>
8078. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-importance-of-living-an-active-healthy-life-your-heart-will-thank-you</link>
8079. <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2015 05:20:00 -0800</pubDate>
8080. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-importance-of-living-an-active-healthy-life-your-heart-will-thank-you</guid>
8081. <description>
8082. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Your heart wants you to be healthy! Why? Because heart disease is a major problem; it is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. According to the&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt; &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/statistics.htm&quot; title=&quot;Centers for Disease Control and Prevention&quot;&gt;Centers for Disease Control and Prevention&lt;/a&gt; (CDC)...]]>
8083. </description>
8084. </item>
8085. <item>
8086. <title>Spanish-language OSHA 10-hour Online Course Now Available in Both General Industry and Construction!</title>
8087. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/spanish-language-osha-10-hour-online-course-now-available-in-both-general-industry-and-construction</link>
8088. <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2015 05:23:00 -0800</pubDate>
8089. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/spanish-language-osha-10-hour-online-course-now-available-in-both-general-industry-and-construction</guid>
8090. <description>
8091. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The Spanish-language version of Summit’s OSHA 10-hour online course is now available. Summit’s Online OSHA 10 (and 30) hour general industry or construction training allows you to consistently train all of your workers globally, any shift, any day, and any time, and is the most efficient way to obtain...]]>
8092. </description>
8093. </item>
8094. <item>
8095. <title>Our Favorite Blog Posts of 2014</title>
8096. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/our-favorite-blog-posts-of-2014</link>
8097. <pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2014 05:25:00 -0800</pubDate>
8098. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/our-favorite-blog-posts-of-2014</guid>
8099. <description>
8100. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We can&#039;t believe how fast this year has flown by! To recap, last week we talked about the most viewed blogs by you, so this week we thought it&#039;d be fun to take a look at some of our personal favorite topics on the blog. It’s hard to choose.....]]>
8101. </description>
8102. </item>
8103. <item>
8104. <title>OSHA&#039;s 2014 SST Inspection Program Enters Final Months</title>
8105. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/oshas-2014-sst-inspection-program-enters-final-months</link>
8106. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
8107. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/oshas-2014-sst-inspection-program-enters-final-months</guid>
8108. <description>
8109. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;An excerpt from HSI’s guide to understanding OSHA inspections found its way to the pages of Occupational Health &amp;amp; Safety (OHS) online magazine.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;The article, OSHA’s 2014 SST Inspection Program Enters Final Months, appeared as the safety industry journal’s cover story on December 26th.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;With insights on...]]>
8110. </description>
8111. </item>
8112. <item>
8113. <title>Create A Safer Workplace This Year By Trying Something New</title>
8114. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/create-a-safer-workplace-this-year-by-trying-something-new</link>
8115. <pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
8116. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/create-a-safer-workplace-this-year-by-trying-something-new</guid>
8117. <description>
8118. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“If you do what you always did, you will get what you always got.”&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;HSI’s resident safety pro, Jill James, fills us in on how to change up our routine to get better results and safer workplaces in 2015.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why Is This Not Working?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;What is it you are...]]>
8119. </description>
8120. </item>
8121. <item>
8122. <title>About The NFPA 2015 70E Standard Revision</title>
8123. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/about-the-nfpa-2015-70e-standard-revision</link>
8124. <pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
8125. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/about-the-nfpa-2015-70e-standard-revision</guid>
8126. <description>
8127. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;For 2015, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has brought forward a critical revision to its standard for electrical safety in the workplace (70E).&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;First developed at the request of the Occupational Safety &amp;amp; Health Administration (OSHA), a revision to the 70E standard is now published every three years...]]>
8128. </description>
8129. </item>
8130. <item>
8131. <title>Most Popular Blog Posts of 2014 – Do You See Your Favorite?</title>
8132. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/most-popular-blog-posts-of-2014-do-you-see-your-favorite</link>
8133. <pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2014 05:26:00 -0800</pubDate>
8134. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/most-popular-blog-posts-of-2014-do-you-see-your-favorite</guid>
8135. <description>
8136. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Can you believe it? The year 2014 is already coming to a close… and 2015 is starting in just a few short weeks! With that in mind, we wanted to do a recap of the blog posts that you liked best throughout the year.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;So without further ado, here...]]>
8137. </description>
8138. </item>
8139. <item>
8140. <title>Resources to Help You Avoid OSHA’s Top 10 Most-Cited Violations</title>
8141. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/resources-to-help-you-avoid-oshas-top-10-most-cited-violations</link>
8142. <pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
8143. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/resources-to-help-you-avoid-oshas-top-10-most-cited-violations</guid>
8144. <description>
8145. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;OSHA’s list of the top 10 most frequently cited violations hasn’t changed much in the past years.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;But, according to Patrick Kapust, deputy director of OSHA’s Directorate of Enforcement Programs, the list still comes in handy for employers to use as a guide for evaluating their own worksites.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;For...]]>
8146. </description>
8147. </item>
8148. <item>
8149. <title>Applying Path-Goal Theory to Corporate Training</title>
8150. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/applying-path-goal-theory-to-corporate-training</link>
8151. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2014 11:01:00 -0800</pubDate>
8152. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/applying-path-goal-theory-to-corporate-training</guid>
8153. <description>
8154. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Path-goal theory was developed by Robert House. It is a system of leadership that emphasizes the setting and achieving of goals. Leaders must clarify the paths to goals and remove obstacles to performance for employees. They also must provide the information, support, and other resources, like training, so employees...]]>
8155. </description>
8156. </item>
8157. <item>
8158. <title>Options for Confined Space Training Online or Onsite</title>
8159. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/options-for-confined-space-training-online-or-onsite</link>
8160. <pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2014 05:36:00 -0800</pubDate>
8161. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/options-for-confined-space-training-online-or-onsite</guid>
8162. <description>
8163. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A lot of things can go wrong when working in tight spaces, and not just bumping your head on a low ceiling or getting claustrophobic. Confined work spaces can be very dangerous as they are not necessarily designed for people, but are large enough for workers to enter and...]]>
8164. </description>
8165. </item>
8166. <item>
8167. <title>Don’t Fall For Scaffolding Safety Shortcuts</title>
8168. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/dont-fall-for-scaffolding-safety-shortcuts</link>
8169. <pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
8170. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/dont-fall-for-scaffolding-safety-shortcuts</guid>
8171. <description>
8172. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In November, there were two major reminders of why fall arrest systems are so vital to the safety of those working on swing scaffolds, both involving window washers.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The first of the two incidents occurred in New York City on November 12. Two men were standing on a scaffold...]]>
8173. </description>
8174. </item>
8175. <item>
8176. <title>HSI Conference Agenda — a Preview of the Professional Development Track</title>
8177. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-conference-agenda-a-preview-of-the-professional-development-track</link>
8178. <pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2014 05:41:00 -0800</pubDate>
8179. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hsi-conference-agenda-a-preview-of-the-professional-development-track</guid>
8180. <description>
8181. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;From instructional design theory to high performance CPR to using the LOOP to rev up your classes, the &lt;em&gt;Professional Development for Emergency Care Trainers&lt;/em&gt; track at the 2015 HSI International Conference is all about the emergency care instructor. Our experts will “teach the teacher” to help you make your...]]>
8182. </description>
8183. </item>
8184. <item>
8185. <title>New Products in Safety: How Dual-Hazard Clothing Helps Fulfill OSHA’s Revised 1910.269 Ruling</title>
8186. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/new-products-in-safety-how-dual-hazard-clothing-helps-fulfill-oshas-revised-1910-269-ruling</link>
8187. <pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
8188. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/new-products-in-safety-how-dual-hazard-clothing-helps-fulfill-oshas-revised-1910-269-ruling</guid>
8189. <description>
8190. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In April 2014, OSHA published a revision to the 1910.269 ruling. The revision applies to employers that work with electric power generation, transmission, or distribution lines or equipment.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Under the revised rule, OSHA now designates flame resistant and arc-rated clothing as PPE, as opposed to the former standard that...]]>
8191. </description>
8192. </item>
8193. <item>
8194. <title>Q &amp; A with the Expert: Why A Positive Supervisor-Employee Relationship Is Crucial to Safety</title>
8195. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-with-the-expert-why-a-positive-supervisor-employee-relationship-is-crucial-to-safety</link>
8196. <pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
8197. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/q-a-with-the-expert-why-a-positive-supervisor-employee-relationship-is-crucial-to-safety</guid>
8198. <description>
8199. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Relationships play a huge role in the culture of a workplace, especially when it comes to safety. Jill James, our resident safety consultant and former OSHA Safety Investigator, fills us in on how a positive relationship between supervisors and employees can decrease the number of work-related accidents.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Q. Why...]]>
8200. </description>
8201. </item>
8202. <item>
8203. <title>Hazard Communications - Infographic</title>
8204. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hazard-communications-infographic</link>
8205. <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2014 12:50:00 -0800</pubDate>
8206. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hazard-communications-infographic</guid>
8207. <description>
8208. <![CDATA[ &lt;h3&gt;HAZARD COMMUNICATIONS VIOLATIONS&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;p&gt;Hazard Communications is the second most cited OSHA violation, with maximum penalties exceeding $126,000. With 32 million workers having the potential of being exposed to chemicals on a daily basis, understand the impact of HazCom violations across all industries in the U.S. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Download this engaging...]]>
8209. </description>
8210. </item>
8211. <item>
8212. <title>Winterize Your Workplace With HSI’s Winter Preparation Package</title>
8213. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/winterize-your-workplace-with-hsis-winter-preparation-package</link>
8214. <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2014 05:38:00 -0800</pubDate>
8215. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/winterize-your-workplace-with-hsis-winter-preparation-package</guid>
8216. <description>
8217. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Wintertime means freezing temperatures and icy roads, pavement, and sidewalks that can change any workplace environment from safe to dangerous in just a few hours. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, 38% of all driving accidents from October to March are weather-related, so taking some extra precautions during...]]>
8218. </description>
8219. </item>
8220. <item>
8221. <title>Getting Smart About Antibiotics</title>
8222. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/getting-smart-about-antibiotics</link>
8223. <pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2014 05:39:00 -0800</pubDate>
8224. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/getting-smart-about-antibiotics</guid>
8225. <description>
8226. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have declared November 17-23, 2014 as their annual “&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.cdc.gov/getsmart/week/index.html&quot;&gt;Get Smart About Antibiotics&lt;/a&gt;” week, “to raise awareness of the threat of antibiotic resistance and the importance of appropriate antibiotic prescribing and use.”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Why an awareness week about something so commonplace? &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.cdc.gov/getsmart/week/overview.html&quot;&gt;The...]]>
8227. </description>
8228. </item>
8229. <item>
8230. <title>Winter Workers: Beware of the Cold</title>
8231. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/winter-workers-beware-of-the-cold</link>
8232. <pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2014 05:43:00 -0800</pubDate>
8233. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/winter-workers-beware-of-the-cold</guid>
8234. <description>
8235. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s not just in the winter months that workers are exposed to cold stress, but it is a lot more likely… especially in the more north and south regions of the world. Workers who are exposed to extreme cold or work in low temperature environments may be at risk...]]>
8236. </description>
8237. </item>
8238. <item>
8239. <title>The Seven HACCP Principles</title>
8240. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-seven-haccp-principles</link>
8241. <pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
8242. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-seven-haccp-principles</guid>
8243. <description>
8244. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The first principle in HACCP is to conduct a hazard analysis. This involves studying the production process of a food and developing a list of hazards that are likely to cause injury or illness if they are not controlled. Food hazards can be biological, such as bacteria or viruses...]]>
8245. </description>
8246. </item>
8247. <item>
8248. <title>Halloween Safety Tips — Be Careful Out There Tonight!</title>
8249. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/halloween-safety-tips-be-careful-out-there-tonight</link>
8250. <pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2014 05:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
8251. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/halloween-safety-tips-be-careful-out-there-tonight</guid>
8252. <description>
8253. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With so many children out after dark and lots of costume parties for the adults, it’s going to be a busy, and potentially dangerous, night on the roads. A press release from the Oregon State Police shares that:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“According to NHTSA [National Highway Traffic Safety Administration], almost half of...]]>
8254. </description>
8255. </item>
8256. <item>
8257. <title>Oil and Gas Industry Safety Concerns</title>
8258. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/oil-and-gas-industry-safety-concerns</link>
8259. <pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2014 05:56:00 -0700</pubDate>
8260. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/oil-and-gas-industry-safety-concerns</guid>
8261. <description>
8262. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Workers in the petroleum and energy sectors know that oil and gas work can be dangerous business. According to an article in the January edition of &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/9666-drilling-down&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt;Safety + Health&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt; by the National Safety Council:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“The Bureau of Labor Statistics shows a record number of deaths in the oil...]]>
8263. </description>
8264. </item>
8265. <item>
8266. <title>A Closer Look at the 2015 HSI Conference: a Sneak Peek at Track One -- Grow Your Business</title>
8267. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/a-closer-look-at-the-2015-hsi-conference-a-sneak-peek-at-track-one-grow-your-business</link>
8268. <pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2014 05:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
8269. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/a-closer-look-at-the-2015-hsi-conference-a-sneak-peek-at-track-one-grow-your-business</guid>
8270. <description>
8271. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The conference planning team is working hard on finalizing all the details and presentations for our keynotes and breakout sessions for the 2015 HSI International Conference, April 29 – May 1, at the Sheraton Music City in Nashville, TN. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Today’s blog takes a quick look at our “Grow...]]>
8272. </description>
8273. </item>
8274. <item>
8275. <title>October is Eye Injury Prevention Month</title>
8276. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/october-is-eye-injury-prevention-month</link>
8277. <pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2014 06:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
8278. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/october-is-eye-injury-prevention-month</guid>
8279. <description>
8280. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Never skimp on safety when it comes to protecting your eyes. October is &lt;strong&gt;Eye Injury Prevention Month&lt;/strong&gt;, and Health &amp;amp; Safety Institute wants to provide you with some safety tips so you can be safe and avoid injuries that may damage your ability to see. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to the...]]>
8281. </description>
8282. </item>
8283. <item>
8284. <title>Are you a fire hazard in your workplace?</title>
8285. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/are-you-a-fire-hazard-in-your-workplace</link>
8286. <pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8287. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/are-you-a-fire-hazard-in-your-workplace</guid>
8288. <description>
8289. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Fires account for approximately 3% of workplace fatalities each year. Additionally, they cost businesses billions of dollars in property damage, lost productivity, and higher insurance premiums.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Workplace fires happen every day, and you could be the cause if you’re not careful. Here’s what you may doing wrong...&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;You’re using...]]>
8290. </description>
8291. </item>
8292. <item>
8293. <title>Pandemics — Ebola and Enterovirus in the News</title>
8294. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/pandemics-ebola-and-enterovirus-in-the-news</link>
8295. <pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2014 06:03:00 -0700</pubDate>
8296. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/pandemics-ebola-and-enterovirus-in-the-news</guid>
8297. <description>
8298. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We’ve been hearing a lot on the news over the last few weeks about two virulent diseases. Because of these stories, and with cold and flu season well underway here in North America, a quick blog reminder about universal precautions seemed in order. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.cdc.gov/vhf/ebola/outbreaks/2014-west-africa/index.html&quot;&gt;According to the CDC&lt;/a&gt;...]]>
8299. </description>
8300. </item>
8301. <item>
8302. <title>Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness – Get Educated and Spread the Word!</title>
8303. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/sudden-cardiac-arrest-awareness-get-educated-and-spread-the-word</link>
8304. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2014 06:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
8305. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/sudden-cardiac-arrest-awareness-get-educated-and-spread-the-word</guid>
8306. <description>
8307. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.hrsonline.org/About-HRS#axzz3EvRerZMV&quot;&gt;Heart Rhythm Society&lt;/a&gt; (HRS) in Washington, DC, an organization dedicated to improving the care of patients by advancing research, education, and optimal health care policies and standards, has put together &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.hrsonline.org/News/Sudden-Cardiac-Arrest-SCA-Awareness#axzz3EL5kyNse&quot;&gt;an informative webpage in honor of Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) Awareness Month&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Their “Apples and Oranges”...]]>
8308. </description>
8309. </item>
8310. <item>
8311. <title>It’s Fire Prevention Week</title>
8312. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/its-fire-prevention-week</link>
8313. <pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2014 06:06:00 -0700</pubDate>
8314. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/its-fire-prevention-week</guid>
8315. <description>
8316. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;October 5-11, 2014 is &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.nfpa.org/safety-information/fire-prevention-week&quot;&gt;Fire Prevention Week&lt;/a&gt; and the &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.nfpa.org/press-room/news-releases/2014/nfpa-announces-theme-for-fire-prevention-week-2014&quot;&gt;National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) picked a great theme for this year’s safety focus&lt;/a&gt;:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;“Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives: Test Yours Every Month!”&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“Nearly 3,000 people continue to die in fires each year, with most of those deaths...]]>
8317. </description>
8318. </item>
8319. <item>
8320. <title>Training Spotlight Part Two – Faqs for OSHA 10 &amp; 30 Hour Training</title>
8321. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/training-spotlight-part-two-faqs-for-osha-10-30-hour-training</link>
8322. <pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2014 06:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
8323. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/training-spotlight-part-two-faqs-for-osha-10-30-hour-training</guid>
8324. <description>
8325. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We’d like to answer your questions about OSHA 10 &amp;amp; 30 Hour training! Did you know that HSI offers OSHA 10 &amp;amp; 30 Hour training both online and onsite? Here are some Q &amp;amp; A’s dedicated to explaining what OSHA 10 &amp;amp; 30 hour training is, what’s involved, and...]]>
8326. </description>
8327. </item>
8328. <item>
8329. <title>The Hazards of Air Emissions and How to Help Prevent Them</title>
8330. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-hazards-of-air-emissions-and-how-to-help-prevent-them</link>
8331. <pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2014 06:14:00 -0700</pubDate>
8332. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-hazards-of-air-emissions-and-how-to-help-prevent-them</guid>
8333. <description>
8334. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) works to establish air quality standards to protect public health and the environment and tracks the emissions from the sources of these pollutants, including how much of each pollutant (or the pollutants that form them) is emitted from various pollution sources. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Since implementation...]]>
8335. </description>
8336. </item>
8337. <item>
8338. <title>Keeping It Safe in Manufacturing</title>
8339. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/keeping-it-safe-in-manufacturing</link>
8340. <pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2014 06:17:00 -0700</pubDate>
8341. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/keeping-it-safe-in-manufacturing</guid>
8342. <description>
8343. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The construction industry is usually top of mind when it comes to accidents in the workplace, but the equipment and processes used in the manufacturing sector can cause their share of accidents and incidents as well. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;In an article in the July, 2014 edition of &lt;em&gt;Plant Engineering&lt;/em&gt;, author...]]>
8344. </description>
8345. </item>
8346. <item>
8347. <title>Preparing For FDA Rule on Protecting Food Chain</title>
8348. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/preparing-for-fda-rule-on-protecting-food-chain</link>
8349. <pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8350. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/preparing-for-fda-rule-on-protecting-food-chain</guid>
8351. <description>
8352. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Ever heard of food terrorism? It’s a term used to describe the poisoning of a nation’s food supply, and it became a greater point of focus for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.allgov.com/departments/department-of-homeland-security?detailsDepartmentID=571&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Homeland Security report&lt;/a&gt; concluded that...]]>
8353. </description>
8354. </item>
8355. <item>
8356. <title>Protecting Against the Top 4 Construction Hazards</title>
8357. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/protecting-against-the-top-4-construction-hazards</link>
8358. <pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8359. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/protecting-against-the-top-4-construction-hazards</guid>
8360. <description>
8361. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;On OSHA’s website you can find a “Quick Card” listing the top four construction hazards, and ways to protect against them. We found OSHA’s list to be a great tool for construction workers, so we decided to pass it on. Here’s the list, along with some extra resources we’ve...]]>
8362. </description>
8363. </item>
8364. <item>
8365. <title>Safe Use of Personal Fall Arrest Systems</title>
8366. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safe-use-of-personal-fall-arrest-systems</link>
8367. <pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8368. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safe-use-of-personal-fall-arrest-systems</guid>
8369. <description>
8370. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;On OSHA’s website you can find a “&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/Publications/3216-6N-06-english-06-27-2007.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;Quick Card&lt;/a&gt;” listing the top four construction hazards, and ways to protect against them. We found OSHA’s list to be a great tool for construction workers, so we decided to pass it on. Here’s the list, along with...]]>
8371. </description>
8372. </item>
8373. <item>
8374. <title>Safety from Day 1</title>
8375. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-from-day-1</link>
8376. <pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8377. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-from-day-1</guid>
8378. <description>
8379. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;This article is dedicated to my daughters Laura and Emma.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;By “Day 1” I mean right after the delivery of that bouncing baby boy or girl. As parents we are charged with keeping our children safe in too many ways to count. Kids watch, absorb and then mimic everything...]]>
8380. </description>
8381. </item>
8382. <item>
8383. <title>Safety Management Systems a la Disney</title>
8384. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-management-systems-a-la-disney</link>
8385. <pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8386. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-management-systems-a-la-disney</guid>
8387. <description>
8388. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s hard to turn off your hazard awareness radar when you’re a safety professional. I constantly find myself scanning for threats and how others practice safety, whether I’m at my neighbor’s house, grocery store, Home Depot or even on vacation at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom with my family. While...]]>
8389. </description>
8390. </item>
8391. <item>
8392. <title>The One-Two Punch of Risk Management</title>
8393. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-one-two-punch-of-risk-management</link>
8394. <pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8395. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-one-two-punch-of-risk-management</guid>
8396. <description>
8397. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Managing risk involves identifying hazard exposures, and reducing the frequency and severity of an occurrence (injury, damage, etc). The Holy Grail of the safety professional is the pursuit of zero incidents. Some hold fast to the philosophy that zero incidents is an achievable goal, and in some cases it...]]>
8398. </description>
8399. </item>
8400. <item>
8401. <title>Understanding ADA Compliant Design Characteristics</title>
8402. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-ada-compliant-design-characteristics</link>
8403. <pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8404. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/understanding-ada-compliant-design-characteristics</guid>
8405. <description>
8406. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Complying with ADA design standards not only benefits individuals with disabilities, but also enhances the overall design, functionality and value of a training course. That’s why practicing universal design is a key component to overall design success.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Video&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Interesting videos can dramatically improve instructional design; they are an excellent...]]>
8407. </description>
8408. </item>
8409. <item>
8410. <title>Motorcycle Safety Tips</title>
8411. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/motorcycle-safety-tips</link>
8412. <pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8413. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/motorcycle-safety-tips</guid>
8414. <description>
8415. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;During the 15 years that I’ve been riding a motorcycle, I have seen and heard of many accidents. When people first find out that I ride a motorcycle they always bring up how they know someone who either laid down their bike, or how some driver ran into a...]]>
8416. </description>
8417. </item>
8418. <item>
8419. <title>What Works in Real Life, Works in Online Training</title>
8420. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/what-works-in-real-life-works-in-online-training</link>
8421. <pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8422. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/what-works-in-real-life-works-in-online-training</guid>
8423. <description>
8424. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;At heart we are all educators. We see or read interesting tidbits of information and oftentimes our reaction is to forward, tweet, post, snap pictures, and share with the world what we just learned. We want our family, friends, and strangers to be as informed as we now are—but...]]>
8425. </description>
8426. </item>
8427. <item>
8428. <title>The Benefits of Online Training</title>
8429. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-benefits-of-online-training</link>
8430. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8431. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-benefits-of-online-training</guid>
8432. <description>
8433. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Online training is an educational solution that uses electronic media to deliver content. Incorporating many different types of technology, online training is an ever-evolving method of providing education.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;One study looked at online training trends between February 2013 and March 2014. Here are the most common answers to some...]]>
8434. </description>
8435. </item>
8436. <item>
8437. <title>HIPAA and the HITECH Act 2013 – FAQs</title>
8438. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/hipaa-and-the-hitech-act-2013-faqs</link>
8439. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8440. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/hipaa-and-the-hitech-act-2013-faqs</guid>
8441. <description>
8442. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Breaches and health information privacy complaints are on the rise and public concern has significantly increased over recent years. Consequentially more federal and state regulations have come into place along with greater enforcement and high legal liabilities for violations of HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules. Legally, healthcare related organizations...]]>
8443. </description>
8444. </item>
8445. <item>
8446. <title>How to Conduct the “Ideal” Safety Audit</title>
8447. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-conduct-the-ideal-safety-audit</link>
8448. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8449. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-conduct-the-ideal-safety-audit</guid>
8450. <description>
8451. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A safety audit is like peeling back the roof of your facility and peering down at the maze of activity – everything from lifting practices, forklift driving, wearing PPE, confined space entry, locking out or tagging energy sources before maintenance, housekeeping, chemical exposure controls, chemical storage, use of safety...]]>
8452. </description>
8453. </item>
8454. <item>
8455. <title>A Serious Look at Serious Injuries and Fatalities</title>
8456. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/a-serious-look-at-serious-injuries-and-fatalities</link>
8457. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8458. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/a-serious-look-at-serious-injuries-and-fatalities</guid>
8459. <description>
8460. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Is it luck, a solid safety system, low hazard work or a combination of all of those things? Although recordable incidents have been steadily going down across all industries, the number of serious injuries and fatalities (SIF) has increased. Why? This trend does not align itself with Heinrich’s triangle...]]>
8461. </description>
8462. </item>
8463. <item>
8464. <title>Not Having a Safety Training Program is Risky Business</title>
8465. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/not-having-a-safety-training-program-is-risky-business</link>
8466. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8467. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/not-having-a-safety-training-program-is-risky-business</guid>
8468. <description>
8469. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;“There’s a time for playing it safe and a time for…&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;risky business.”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;While Tom Cruise’s character in “Risky Business” may disagree, when it comes to workplace safety, there’s no room for risky business.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to statistics, Washington State had twice as many fatalities than the national average last...]]>
8470. </description>
8471. </item>
8472. <item>
8473. <title>Lead, Follow or Get Out of the Way</title>
8474. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/lead-follow-or-get-out-of-the-way</link>
8475. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8476. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/lead-follow-or-get-out-of-the-way</guid>
8477. <description>
8478. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Lead, follow, or get out of the way.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;That was the motto of my grade school police patrol training camp. Little did I know that at the age of twelve I was being groomed to be a safety leader. At that time my sixth grade teacher picked the patrol...]]>
8479. </description>
8480. </item>
8481. <item>
8482. <title>Making Safety Stick</title>
8483. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/making-safety-stick</link>
8484. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8485. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/making-safety-stick</guid>
8486. <description>
8487. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As an employer you’ve just sent several employees through a day and a half of hazard recognition training. Upon their return you place a copy of their training certificate in their training file. No more worries about these employees. You can expect them to use their new knowledge to...]]>
8488. </description>
8489. </item>
8490. <item>
8491. <title>Managing the Safety Risks of a Construction Contractor</title>
8492. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/managing-the-safety-risks-of-a-construction-contractor</link>
8493. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8494. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/managing-the-safety-risks-of-a-construction-contractor</guid>
8495. <description>
8496. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Very few construction contractors self-perform all of the necessary trades to complete a project. A general contractor (GC) is commonly hired by an owner to coordinate construction and self-perform some but not all of the necessary work.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;For instance, a GC may complete just the concrete work for a...]]>
8497. </description>
8498. </item>
8499. <item>
8500. <title>No Room for Silence with Workplace Safety</title>
8501. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/no-room-for-silence-with-workplace-safety</link>
8502. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8503. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/no-room-for-silence-with-workplace-safety</guid>
8504. <description>
8505. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Having a 5-year-old and an 8-year-old that know how to push each other’s buttons, I know the value of silence. Silence can truly be a blessing but can also prove to be an obstacle that prevents safety performance from achieving greatness.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A while back I watched a well-produced public...]]>
8506. </description>
8507. </item>
8508. <item>
8509. <title>Supervisor Safety Liability: 4 Common Exposures</title>
8510. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/supervisor-safety-liability-4-common-exposures</link>
8511. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8512. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/supervisor-safety-liability-4-common-exposures</guid>
8513. <description>
8514. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The responsibilities and expectations placed on supervisors are enormous at times—production, workforce management, quality control, budgets, and of course safety. These “deliverables” communicated to them by management require the supervisor to work within the employer’s system to effectively perform their duties. Does he/she bend the rules from time to...]]>
8515. </description>
8516. </item>
8517. <item>
8518. <title>The Cost of Non-Compliance on Family</title>
8519. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-cost-of-non-compliance-on-family</link>
8520. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8521. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-cost-of-non-compliance-on-family</guid>
8522. <description>
8523. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;You can’t put a price tag on human life. (Well, unless you’re an insurance company.) The financial impact of non-compliance on employers can be huge, from a $110 million fine for environmental violations to a $1.7 million HIPAA related fine. But this post covers a more personal story involving...]]>
8524. </description>
8525. </item>
8526. <item>
8527. <title>The Safety Professional Behind the Curtain</title>
8528. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-safety-professional-behind-the-curtain</link>
8529. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8530. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-safety-professional-behind-the-curtain</guid>
8531. <description>
8532. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I’ve been a safety and health professional for more than 20 years now. Had I known what skills were needed to be an effective safety leader, I think I would have reconsidered becoming one a long time ago. The formula goes something like this:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;salesman + psychologist + motivational...]]>
8533. </description>
8534. </item>
8535. <item>
8536. <title>The Human Side of Safety</title>
8537. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/the-human-side-of-safety</link>
8538. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8539. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/the-human-side-of-safety</guid>
8540. <description>
8541. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The knock on the front door was much harder and faster than typical for a visitor.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“I think your garage is on fire” blurted the home owner’s neighbor when he opened the door. Running through his house, the owner opened the service door to the garage and confirmed that...]]>
8542. </description>
8543. </item>
8544. <item>
8545. <title>Tips For Preventing Driver Fatigue</title>
8546. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-preventing-driver-fatigue</link>
8547. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8548. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/tips-for-preventing-driver-fatigue</guid>
8549. <description>
8550. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Have you ever been so hungry that you literally started dreaming about pizza the second you fell asleep?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;I have. After a college football game. In my car. While driving.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;It was my sophomore year at Washington State University (GO COUGS!) and I was on my way home from...]]>
8551. </description>
8552. </item>
8553. <item>
8554. <title>Workplace Respiratory Hazards and Protection</title>
8555. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/workplace-respiratory-hazards-and-protection</link>
8556. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8557. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/workplace-respiratory-hazards-and-protection</guid>
8558. <description>
8559. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;You may not know it, but that headache you’re experiencing could be a result of breathing air at work. When inhaled, dust, vapors, gas, mist, and fumes can contribute to a multitude of problems not only in the lungs but throughout the entire body.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Air quality in the workplace...]]>
8560. </description>
8561. </item>
8562. <item>
8563. <title>4 Things “A Christmas Story” Can Teach Us About Cold Weather Safety</title>
8564. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/4-things-a-christmas-story-can-teach-us-about-cold-weather-safety</link>
8565. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8566. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/4-things-a-christmas-story-can-teach-us-about-cold-weather-safety</guid>
8567. <description>
8568. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It’s wintertime, and in most areas of the country the lower temperatures have us shivering and searching for our warmest coats! The winter season can be beautiful and has its share of fun activities, but it can also pose hazards to our health. From frostbite to hypothermia, winter weather...]]>
8569. </description>
8570. </item>
8571. <item>
8572. <title>6 Snacks that Help Increase Work Productivity</title>
8573. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/6-snacks-that-help-increase-work-productivity</link>
8574. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8575. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/6-snacks-that-help-increase-work-productivity</guid>
8576. <description>
8577. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;As the Snickers® advertisements say… you’re not you when you’re hungry. I’ll be the first to admit to that. When I’m hungry I get tired, impatient and my brain has a hard time staying focused. And in the middle of the workday, tired, impatient and unfocused is the last...]]>
8578. </description>
8579. </item>
8580. <item>
8581. <title>Battling an Unseen Danger: Cancer Among Firefighters</title>
8582. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/battling-an-unseen-danger-cancer-among-firefighters</link>
8583. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8584. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/battling-an-unseen-danger-cancer-among-firefighters</guid>
8585. <description>
8586. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Firefighters risk their lives for our safety every day, in more ways than one. Although smoke and fire take many lives, cancer is a silent killer proving to be just as lethal.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to a 2013 &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/updates/upd-10-17-13.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;NIOSH study&lt;/a&gt;, there is a scary relationship between firefighting...]]>
8587. </description>
8588. </item>
8589. <item>
8590. <title>Jump Start Training: The Key to Knowledge Retention?</title>
8591. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/jump-start-training-the-key-to-knowledge-retention</link>
8592. <pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8593. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/jump-start-training-the-key-to-knowledge-retention</guid>
8594. <description>
8595. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Training, safety, compliance, OSHA, regulatory, procedures, mandatory, required, policy… bored yet? The minute I start to hear these words my brain wants to shut off. As an instructional designer who predominantly works in the safety compliance training world, that’s not a good emotional state.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Each time I write and...]]>
8596. </description>
8597. </item>
8598. <item>
8599. <title>Are You Transporting Dangerous Goods the Right Way?</title>
8600. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/are-you-transporting-dangerous-goods-the-right-way</link>
8601. <pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2014 06:19:00 -0700</pubDate>
8602. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/are-you-transporting-dangerous-goods-the-right-way</guid>
8603. <description>
8604. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;With tons of hazardous materials and wastes being transported throughout Canada and across the United States every year, it is important to ensure the safety of this travel. These shipments can include everything from explosives, flammables, corrosive or toxic chemicals to spent reactor fuel, low-level radioactive wastes, and disease-causing...]]>
8605. </description>
8606. </item>
8607. <item>
8608. <title>Chemical Safety: What Not To Do</title>
8609. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/chemical-safety-what-not-to-do</link>
8610. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8611. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/chemical-safety-what-not-to-do</guid>
8612. <description>
8613. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;When I was little, one of my favorite games to play with my cousin Erica was something we made up and referred to as “Potions.” Here’s how you play:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Step 1: Search the house, gathering as many non-consumable liquids as you can find.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Step 2: Mix them all together...]]>
8614. </description>
8615. </item>
8616. <item>
8617. <title>Emergency Response: What To Do When Disaster Strikes</title>
8618. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/emergency-response-what-to-do-when-disaster-strikes</link>
8619. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8620. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/emergency-response-what-to-do-when-disaster-strikes</guid>
8621. <description>
8622. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It seems not a week goes by without another report of a natural disaster or act of mass violence. Shootings, earthquakes, flooding… the reports can be overwhelming. Sometimes it may seem like you are helpless to these types of events, but you don’t have to be.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Although learning how...]]>
8623. </description>
8624. </item>
8625. <item>
8626. <title>Heat Stress Prevention</title>
8627. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/heat-stress-prevention</link>
8628. <pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8629. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/heat-stress-prevention</guid>
8630. <description>
8631. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;A day at the zoo should be spent taking pictures of giraffes and fighting for the best whale-watching spot at the underground glass window, not sprawled out on a bench trying not to throw up and feeling like you’re going to pass out. But that’s where I found myself...]]>
8632. </description>
8633. </item>
8634. <item>
8635. <title>How to Prepare for a Surprise OSHA Inspection</title>
8636. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-a-surprise-osha-inspection</link>
8637. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8638. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-a-surprise-osha-inspection</guid>
8639. <description>
8640. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;An OSHA inspection can happen at any time. You won’t have advance warning that an inspector is going to show up, so it’s crucial to always be ready. Here are some ways you can prepare:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h2&gt;Know What To Expect&lt;/h2&gt; &lt;p&gt;When an OSHA inspector arrives, they should show you their...]]>
8641. </description>
8642. </item>
8643. <item>
8644. <title>7 Steps to Kick-Start Your Yearly Safety Training Plan</title>
8645. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/7-steps-to-kick-start-your-yearly-safety-training-plan</link>
8646. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8647. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/7-steps-to-kick-start-your-yearly-safety-training-plan</guid>
8648. <description>
8649. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;So it’s time for you to plan out your safety goals and training for the year. But with so many things to consider when planning safety training, it can be difficult to decide what goals and topics are most important for your organization. Implementing an organized approach to safety...]]>
8650. </description>
8651. </item>
8652. <item>
8653. <title>Preventing Sexual Harassment in 3 Steps</title>
8654. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/preventing-sexual-harassment-in-3-steps</link>
8655. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8656. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/preventing-sexual-harassment-in-3-steps</guid>
8657. <description>
8658. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Sexual harassment affects the morale, health and performance of those subjected to it. The anxiety and stress produced by sexual harassment commonly lead to reduced workplace efficiency and productivity. Sometimes the effects of sexual harassment can even cause employees to leave their job. On top of that, sexual harassment...]]>
8659. </description>
8660. </item>
8661. <item>
8662. <title>Protecting Against the Top 5 Utility Line Worker Hazards</title>
8663. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/protecting-against-the-top-5-utility-line-worker-hazards</link>
8664. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8665. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/protecting-against-the-top-5-utility-line-worker-hazards</guid>
8666. <description>
8667. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Electrical utility line work is dangerous, and there are many hazards that come along with this type of work. Electrical utility safety experts Danny Raines and Jim Vaughn were able to sit down with us and discuss today’s top electrical utility hazards for line workers.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Failure to identify job...]]>
8668. </description>
8669. </item>
8670. <item>
8671. <title>A Recipe for a Workplace Accident</title>
8672. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/a-recipe-for-a-workplace-accident</link>
8673. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8674. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/a-recipe-for-a-workplace-accident</guid>
8675. <description>
8676. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I still believe my mom has the best recipe for banana bread. She, of course, inherited it from her mother and slightly modified it over the years to make it better. “The secret…” she told me when I was young, “…is to add one extra over-ripe banana for a...]]>
8677. </description>
8678. </item>
8679. <item>
8680. <title>Aerial Lift Safety</title>
8681. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/aerial-lift-safety</link>
8682. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8683. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/aerial-lift-safety</guid>
8684. <description>
8685. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Aerial lift vehicles are common to many workplaces because of their ability to elevate an individual to perform work in high places. Types of aerial lift devices include aerial ladders, vertical towers and aerial platforms (often referred to as cherry pickers or bucket trucks). Aerial lifts are beneficial and...]]>
8686. </description>
8687. </item>
8688. <item>
8689. <title>Better Online Safety Training Does Impact Your Safety Program</title>
8690. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/better-online-safety-training-does-impact-your-safety-program</link>
8691. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8692. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/better-online-safety-training-does-impact-your-safety-program</guid>
8693. <description>
8694. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Take a look at the title. What do we mean by “better”? And why do we need to include the affirmative “does impact”?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Let’s take the second question first. Formal, mandatory safety &lt;a href=&quot;https://hsi.com/admin/entries/blogEntries/%7Bpage_3%7D&quot;&gt;training &lt;/a&gt;for general industry has existed for at least 40+ years, since the creation of &lt;a...]]>
8695. </description>
8696. </item>
8697. <item>
8698. <title>Creating A Drug Free Workplace</title>
8699. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/creating-a-drug-free-workplace</link>
8700. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2014 00:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8701. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/creating-a-drug-free-workplace</guid>
8702. <description>
8703. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The economic cost of drug abuse is significant. In 1998 the annual costs associated with drug abuse stood at $143.4 billion. By 2007 costs had reached $193 billion.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 set federal guidelines for a Drug-Free Workplace program, providing a way for employees to get...]]>
8704. </description>
8705. </item>
8706. <item>
8707. <title>Traveling for Labor Day? Expect to Have Company!</title>
8708. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/traveling-for-labor-day-expect-to-have-company</link>
8709. <pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2014 06:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
8710. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/traveling-for-labor-day-expect-to-have-company</guid>
8711. <description>
8712. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Attention all road warriors: a little patience will go a long week this upcoming Labor Day Weekend. &lt;a href=&quot;http://newsroom.aaa.com/2014/08/nearly-35-million-traveling-labor-day-says-aaa-highest-since-recession-driven-decline/&quot;&gt;According to AAA&lt;/a&gt;, we should expect that:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“34.7 million Americans will journey 50 miles or more from home during the Labor Day holiday weekend, the highest volume for the holiday since...]]>
8713. </description>
8714. </item>
8715. <item>
8716. <title>Upcoming Change for ASHI and California EMSA Approval</title>
8717. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/upcoming-change-for-ashi-and-california-emsa-approval</link>
8718. <pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2014 06:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
8719. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/upcoming-change-for-ashi-and-california-emsa-approval</guid>
8720. <description>
8721. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The following change in policy will affect those ASHI instructors and training centers teaching ASHI &lt;em&gt;Pediatric&lt;/em&gt; to satisfy Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) regulatory requirements in California. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;HSI has determined that the operational cost of maintaining the California EMSA regulatory approval for ASHI’s &lt;em&gt;Pediatric&lt;/em&gt; program is not fiscally...]]>
8722. </description>
8723. </item>
8724. <item>
8725. <title>3 Key Elements of Effective Leadership</title>
8726. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/3-key-elements-of-effective-leadership</link>
8727. <pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2014 15:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
8728. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/3-key-elements-of-effective-leadership</guid>
8729. <description>
8730. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Ask any employee what the benchmarks of a good leader are and you’ll probably wind up with a handful of clichés, some standard characteristics and a few “outside the box” traits. Everything from exceptional communication skills to being brutally honest for the sake of the employee’s progress fall in...]]>
8731. </description>
8732. </item>
8733. <item>
8734. <title>AED Placement and Management in Your Facility</title>
8735. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/aed-placement-and-management-in-your-facility</link>
8736. <pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2014 06:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
8737. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/aed-placement-and-management-in-your-facility</guid>
8738. <description>
8739. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The old real estate adage also applies to an important consideration for your company’s automated external defibrillator (AED): it’s all about location, location, location.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Does your company keep its lifesaving device(s) in an easy-to-access, visible spot? OSHA’s informational booklet, &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/Publications/3185.html&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt;Saving Sudden Cardiac Arrest Victims in the Workplace&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, offers...]]>
8740. </description>
8741. </item>
8742. <item>
8743. <title>CPR Certification for Teachers and Students – Does Your School Require CPR?</title>
8744. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/cpr-certification-for-teachers-and-students-does-your-school-require-cpr</link>
8745. <pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2014 06:44:00 -0700</pubDate>
8746. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/cpr-certification-for-teachers-and-students-does-your-school-require-cpr</guid>
8747. <description>
8748. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We’ve posted in our blog before about CPR certification requirements in our school systems. Whether it’s just the teachers or select staff, or whether a district makes CPR a requirement for high school graduation, we’re all for it.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Different states have different laws, and many have made CPR and...]]>
8749. </description>
8750. </item>
8751. <item>
8752. <title>Workplace Drug Testing — Helping Stop Accidents Before They Happen</title>
8753. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/workplace-drug-testing-helping-stop-accidents-before-they-happen</link>
8754. <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2014 06:47:00 -0700</pubDate>
8755. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/workplace-drug-testing-helping-stop-accidents-before-they-happen</guid>
8756. <description>
8757. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Many people who have made it to the final stages of the job application process are familiar with pre-employment drug screening. Post-accident, random, return to duty, and reasonable suspicion are also reasons why an organization might drug test its employees. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Why all the testing? To put it plainly...]]>
8758. </description>
8759. </item>
8760. <item>
8761. <title>National Safety Month, a Reminder That Safety Should Always Come First</title>
8762. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/national-safety-month-a-reminder-that-safety-should-always-come-first</link>
8763. <pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2014 07:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
8764. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/national-safety-month-a-reminder-that-safety-should-always-come-first</guid>
8765. <description>
8766. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;June marks the time of year that the National Safety Council celebrates &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.nsc.org/nsc_events/Nat_Safe_Month/Pages/home.aspx&quot; title=&quot;National Safety Month 2014&quot;&gt;National Safety Month 2014&lt;/a&gt; to bring attention to different key safety issues around the workplace each week. The theme for this year is &quot;&lt;strong&gt;Safety: It takes all of us,&lt;/strong&gt;&quot; which was inspired...]]>
8767. </description>
8768. </item>
8769. <item>
8770. <title>Responding to Heat Illnesses</title>
8771. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/responding-to-heat-illnesses</link>
8772. <pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2014 06:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
8773. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/responding-to-heat-illnesses</guid>
8774. <description>
8775. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Last month, we talked about how to protect yourself and your employees when working in hot, sunny conditions. Sometimes, even with all the right precautions, the heat gets us anyway.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Do you know what to do in the event of heat exhaustion, heat cramps, or heat stroke?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Heat exhaustion&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br...]]>
8776. </description>
8777. </item>
8778. <item>
8779. <title>Summertime Eye Safety – Save Your Sight From Bright Lights and Glare</title>
8780. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/summertime-eye-safety-save-your-sight-from-bright-lights-and-glare</link>
8781. <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2014 06:56:00 -0700</pubDate>
8782. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/summertime-eye-safety-save-your-sight-from-bright-lights-and-glare</guid>
8783. <description>
8784. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Your eyes are your windows to exploring the life around you… so it’s best not take them for granted. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each day, an estimated 2,000 workers suffer eye injuries on the job, which not only robs many of their sight, but...]]>
8785. </description>
8786. </item>
8787. <item>
8788. <title>DOT Training – Driver Wellness is Important for the Safety of Everyone on the Roads</title>
8789. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/dot-training-driver-wellness-is-important-for-the-safety-of-everyone-on-the-roads</link>
8790. <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2014 06:57:00 -0700</pubDate>
8791. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/dot-training-driver-wellness-is-important-for-the-safety-of-everyone-on-the-roads</guid>
8792. <description>
8793. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Anyone considering a career as a commercial driver knows you need a special classification of driving license to be employed. A written test and a drive with a transportation official to demonstrate the appropriate skills? Of course you’ll have to do that to get your license, but did you...]]>
8794. </description>
8795. </item>
8796. <item>
8797. <title>2015 HSI International Conference Dates Announced (Including Keynote Speaker)!</title>
8798. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/2015-hsi-international-conference-dates-announced-including-keynote-speaker</link>
8799. <pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2014 06:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
8800. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/2015-hsi-international-conference-dates-announced-including-keynote-speaker</guid>
8801. <description>
8802. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Mark your calendars for April 29 – May 1, 2015 and plan to join us in Nashville, Tennessee for the 2015 HSI International Conference.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This conference is all about success. How do you define success for your training business? More customers for your training center? More students who remember...]]>
8803. </description>
8804. </item>
8805. <item>
8806. <title>Safety Doesn’t Just Apply at Work, Off-the-job Safety is Just as Important</title>
8807. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-doesnt-just-apply-at-work-off-the-job-safety-is-just-as-important</link>
8808. <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2014 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
8809. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/safety-doesnt-just-apply-at-work-off-the-job-safety-is-just-as-important</guid>
8810. <description>
8811. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Having the ability to do more outdoor activities is one of the many perks of summer. Just take a look outside on a beautiful sunny day; people are doing all kinds of things under the sun in the nice, warm weather. For us safety-savvy citizens, this brings up the...]]>
8812. </description>
8813. </item>
8814. <item>
8815. <title>Flooding Can Happen in a Flash – Are You Prepared?</title>
8816. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/flooding-can-happen-in-a-flash-are-you-prepared</link>
8817. <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2014 07:03:00 -0700</pubDate>
8818. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/flooding-can-happen-in-a-flash-are-you-prepared</guid>
8819. <description>
8820. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Flooding threatens regions in the United States from coast to coast – nearly every day. And when a disaster like this strikes, panic and confusion often follow close behind. The key is to be prepared; knowing what to do before a flood will increase your chance of survival. &lt;/p&gt...]]>
8821. </description>
8822. </item>
8823. <item>
8824. <title>Protect Yourself From Heat Illness When Working Outside This Summer</title>
8825. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/protect-yourself-from-heat-illness-when-working-outside-this-summer</link>
8826. <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2014 07:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
8827. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/protect-yourself-from-heat-illness-when-working-outside-this-summer</guid>
8828. <description>
8829. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Working outdoors this summer? It’s all about water, rest, and shade.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Those are the words of wisdom from OSHA, as they launch the fourth year of their &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/heatillness/index.html?utm_source=Twitter&quot;&gt;awareness campaign to help keep workers safe&lt;/a&gt; when worksites are outdoors under the summer sun.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;OSHA makes special note of the...]]>
8830. </description>
8831. </item>
8832. <item>
8833. <title>Protect Yourself From the Sun When Working Outside</title>
8834. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/protect-yourself-from-the-sun-when-working-outside</link>
8835. <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2014 07:06:00 -0700</pubDate>
8836. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/protect-yourself-from-the-sun-when-working-outside</guid>
8837. <description>
8838. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It strikes when you least expect it – especially in the summer. As the weather gets warmer, so does the potential for danger; a simple, beautiful summer day can also be your worst enemy. The culprit? The sun.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;With all of the opportunities for summer-related functions and recreational activities...]]>
8839. </description>
8840. </item>
8841. <item>
8842. <title>Working to Protect Temporary Workers</title>
8843. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/working-to-protect-temporary-workers</link>
8844. <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2014 07:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
8845. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/working-to-protect-temporary-workers</guid>
8846. <description>
8847. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=NEWS_RELEASES&amp;amp;p_id=26046&quot;&gt;OSHA recently issued a press release&lt;/a&gt; concerning their new alliance with the American Staffing Association as they “work together to further protect temporary employees from workplace hazards.”&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The release contains a powerful quote from Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health Dr. David Michaels, who perfectly...]]>
8848. </description>
8849. </item>
8850. <item>
8851. <title>Be Safe on the Roads This Memorial Day Weekend!</title>
8852. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/be-safe-on-the-roads-this-memorial-day-weekend</link>
8853. <pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2014 07:11:00 -0700</pubDate>
8854. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/be-safe-on-the-roads-this-memorial-day-weekend</guid>
8855. <description>
8856. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;We know you’re getting ready to grab your picnic baskets, pack up the kids, and motor off to a fun-filled Memorial Day weekend.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;And so do your local state troopers and law enforcement officers, who want to remind everyone to use their seat belts properly and practice best driving...]]>
8857. </description>
8858. </item>
8859. <item>
8860. <title>Eye Safety at Work — What Can You Do?</title>
8861. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/eye-safety-at-work-what-can-you-do</link>
8862. <pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2014 07:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
8863. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/eye-safety-at-work-what-can-you-do</guid>
8864. <description>
8865. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It doesn’t matter what you do for a living; your eyes are an important tool. Today’s blog offers some tips for keeping those peepers in good working order, and some first aid advice on what to do for severe eye injuries.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.ishn.com/articles/98143-how-to-protect-vision-in-the-workplace&quot;&gt;ISHN magazine&lt;/a&gt; offers some thoughts from &lt;a...]]>
8866. </description>
8867. </item>
8868. <item>
8869. <title>Celebrate Earth Day With Health &amp; Safety Institute</title>
8870. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/celebrate-earth-day-with-health-safety-institute</link>
8871. <pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2014 07:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
8872. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/celebrate-earth-day-with-health-safety-institute</guid>
8873. <description>
8874. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;I remember when I was a kid, Earth Day meant that we would all be getting a little pine tree sent home with us to plant in the yard and that we all got to spend a little more time outside for recess – which was awesome for us...]]>
8875. </description>
8876. </item>
8877. <item>
8878. <title>Expecting the Unexpected: Resources for Springtime Weather Emergencies</title>
8879. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/expecting-the-unexpected-resources-for-springtime-weather-emergencies</link>
8880. <pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2014 07:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
8881. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/expecting-the-unexpected-resources-for-springtime-weather-emergencies</guid>
8882. <description>
8883. <![CDATA[ &lt;h4&gt;TORNADO SEASON IS HERE, ARE YOU PREPARED?&lt;/h4&gt; &lt;p&gt;Spring is upon us, giving us all more opportunities for outdoor activities, but it also brings with it crazy weather patterns, like lightening, thunderstorms, flooding, and, more specifically, tornados. Tornado season is here, and we want to make sure you are prepared.&lt;br...]]>
8884. </description>
8885. </item>
8886. <item>
8887. <title>CPR and OSHA’s Latest Electrical Power Regulation</title>
8888. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/cpr-and-oshas-latest-electrical-power-regulation</link>
8889. <pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2014 07:19:00 -0700</pubDate>
8890. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/cpr-and-oshas-latest-electrical-power-regulation</guid>
8891. <description>
8892. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;OSHA has scheduled April 11, 2014 as the publication date for its final rule (regulation) on Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution; Electrical Protective Equipment.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to a &lt;a href=&quot;https://s3.amazonaws.com/public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2013-29579.pdf&quot;&gt;pre-publication PDF available online&lt;/a&gt;: &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“OSHA last issued rules for the construction of transmission and distribution installations in 1972. Those...]]>
8893. </description>
8894. </item>
8895. <item>
8896. <title>Focus on Alcohol Awareness and Distracted Driving for the Month of April</title>
8897. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/focus-on-alcohol-awareness-and-distracted-driving-for-the-month-of-april</link>
8898. <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2014 07:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
8899. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/focus-on-alcohol-awareness-and-distracted-driving-for-the-month-of-april</guid>
8900. <description>
8901. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.cdc.gov/features/alcoholawareness/&quot;&gt;Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)&lt;/a&gt; and the &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.ncadd.org/index.php/programs-a-services/alcohol-awareness-month&quot;&gt;National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (NCADD)&lt;/a&gt; have marked April as the month to raise awareness for alcohol abuse, with the &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.nsc.org/safety_road/Distracted_Driving/Pages/DDAM.aspx&quot;&gt;National Safety Council also recognizing April as Distracted Driving Month&lt;/a&gt;. These are important...]]>
8902. </description>
8903. </item>
8904. <item>
8905. <title>Mold and Latex Allergies in the Workplace: What to Do</title>
8906. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/mold-and-latex-allergies-in-the-workplace-what-to-do</link>
8907. <pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2014 07:22:00 -0700</pubDate>
8908. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/mold-and-latex-allergies-in-the-workplace-what-to-do</guid>
8909. <description>
8910. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;In addition to the seasonal pollen-inspired sneezing and runny eyes you’ll see among your employees beginning this time of year, sometimes those pollens or other irritants can do more serious damage, like generating a full-blown asthma attack.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/asthma/&quot;&gt;According to the CDC&lt;/a&gt;:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“Millions of people suffer from allergies caused...]]>
8911. </description>
8912. </item>
8913. <item>
8914. <title>Healthcare Worker Training and Hazardous Chemicals</title>
8915. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/healthcare-worker-training-and-hazardous-chemicals</link>
8916. <pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2014 07:23:00 -0800</pubDate>
8917. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/healthcare-worker-training-and-hazardous-chemicals</guid>
8918. <description>
8919. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/updates/upd-02-19-14.html&quot;&gt;National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)&lt;/a&gt; has recently published some interesting survey results about healthcare workers and their interaction with hazardous chemicals.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;According to their article in the &lt;a href=&quot;http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ajim.22305/abstract&quot;&gt;American Journal of Industrial Medicine&lt;/a&gt;, “healthcare workers who routinely come in contact with hazardous chemicals on...]]>
8920. </description>
8921. </item>
8922. <item>
8923. <title>Blended Learning CPR Training Course Builds the Confidence to Respond</title>
8924. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/blended-learning-cpr-training-course-builds-the-confidence-to-respond</link>
8925. <pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2014 07:27:00 -0800</pubDate>
8926. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/blended-learning-cpr-training-course-builds-the-confidence-to-respond</guid>
8927. <description>
8928. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Thanks so much to ASHI instructor and safety director Chris Wulfeck for letting us know about his student hero Zack Russell. &lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;Chris writes:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;“Zack is a welder at Jet Machine and Manufacturing in Cincinnati, OH. On February 8, 2014, he was sitting down for dinner with his family...]]>
8929. </description>
8930. </item>
8931. <item>
8932. <title>Heart Month — Shining a Light on Women’s Health</title>
8933. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/heart-month-shining-a-light-on-womens-health</link>
8934. <pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2014 07:29:00 -0800</pubDate>
8935. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/heart-month-shining-a-light-on-womens-health</guid>
8936. <description>
8937. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;It goes against the old stereotype, but it’s true: &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heart-disease/in-depth/heart-disease/art-20046167&quot;&gt;As the Mayo Clinic points out&lt;/a&gt;, more women than men die of heart disease each year. Here’s the challenge: heart disease symptoms for women are different than they are for men. As we wrap up this year’s heart month...]]>
8938. </description>
8939. </item>
8940. <item>
8941. <title>Heart Month 2014 is Here and We Have Instructor Resources!</title>
8942. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/heart-month-2014-is-here-and-we-have-instructor-resources</link>
8943. <pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2014 07:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
8944. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/heart-month-2014-is-here-and-we-have-instructor-resources</guid>
8945. <description>
8946. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The opening paragraph of this year&#039;s &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2014/01/31/presidential-proclamation-american-heart-month-2014&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot; title=&quot;American Heart Month Presidential Proclamation&quot; rel=&quot;noreferrer noopener&quot;&gt;American Heart Month Presidential Proclamation&lt;/a&gt; makes it clear that heart disease remains an ongoing health issue in the U.S.:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&quot;Maintaining a strong heart is key to a long and healthy life. The number one...]]>
8947. </description>
8948. </item>
8949. <item>
8950. <title>Setting the Record Straight on OSHA Recordkeeping</title>
8951. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/setting-the-record-straight-on-osha-recordkeeping</link>
8952. <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2014 07:31:00 -0800</pubDate>
8953. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/setting-the-record-straight-on-osha-recordkeeping</guid>
8954. <description>
8955. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;If your company has more than 10 employees or isn’t otherwise exempt, you’re probably aware that you have an OSHA deadline coming up.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=INTERPRETATIONS&amp;amp;p_id=28631&quot;&gt;February 1 is the deadline&lt;/a&gt; for submitting your required &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/recordkeeping/&quot;&gt;OSHA recordkeeping forms&lt;/a&gt; to report any occupational illnesses or injuries at your establishment.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;“Under the...]]>
8956. </description>
8957. </item>
8958. <item>
8959. <title>OSHA and Worker Safety in Hospitals</title>
8960. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-and-worker-safety-in-hospitals</link>
8961. <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2014 07:33:00 -0800</pubDate>
8962. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/osha-and-worker-safety-in-hospitals</guid>
8963. <description>
8964. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Many of our emergency care instructors are based in the broader healthcare field, especially in hospital settings, and today’s blog post is for you and your fellow caregivers.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;One of the most challenging environments to work in, hospitals are a common venue for worker injuries. &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.osha.gov/dsg/hospitals/&quot;&gt;According to OSHA&lt;/a&gt;:&lt;/p&gt...]]>
8965. </description>
8966. </item>
8967. <item>
8968. <title>Workplace Risks: Flammable Liquids and Burn Injuries</title>
8969. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/workplace-risks-flammable-liquids-and-burn-injuries</link>
8970. <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2014 07:36:00 -0800</pubDate>
8971. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/workplace-risks-flammable-liquids-and-burn-injuries</guid>
8972. <description>
8973. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Fuels, solvents, cleaners, paints, adhesives – it would be hard to find a modern manufacturing facility that doesn’t use flammable liquids as part of its production process. Flammable liquids pose a high risk if handled improperly, and have the potential to cause catastrophic fires or explosions, which can lead...]]>
8974. </description>
8975. </item>
8976. <item>
8977. <title>Avoiding the Flu: Tips From the CDC</title>
8978. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/avoiding-the-flu-tips-from-the-cdc</link>
8979. <pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2014 07:37:00 -0800</pubDate>
8980. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/avoiding-the-flu-tips-from-the-cdc</guid>
8981. <description>
8982. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;The news is full of stories about the virulence of this season’s flu outbreak and, judging by the empty cubicles and desks around our offices, it looks like they aren’t kidding.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;How can you keep yourself, your family, co-workers, and colleagues safe this flu season?&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/preventing.htm&quot;&gt;Centers for...]]>
8983. </description>
8984. </item>
8985. <item>
8986. <title>Dealing With Extreme Cold, Hypothermia, and Frostbite</title>
8987. <link>https://hsi.com/blog/dealing-with-extreme-cold-hypothermia-and-frostbite</link>
8988. <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2014 07:39:00 -0800</pubDate>
8989. <guid>https://hsi.com/blog/dealing-with-extreme-cold-hypothermia-and-frostbite</guid>
8990. <description>
8991. <![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;2014 is coming in COLD. Across the U.S., temperatures are plummeting and wind chills arecolder than we&#039;ve seen for a long time.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) [&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/coldstress/&quot;&gt;source&lt;/a&gt;] remind us that extreme cold weather is a dangerous situation that can bring on health emergencies in...]]>
8992. </description>
8993. </item>
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