Harvard’s recent Anti-Bullying Policy (the Policy) has many good elements. It is missing important elements regarding the definition of bullying and how the Policy should work. There are lessons in this. 

To effectively and holistically approach the problem of occupational accidents, injuries and fatalities needs a major and complete review and assessment.

A sturdy foundation is essential in construction to ensure the stability and integrity of the entire building. Similarly, when managers take the time to get to know their employees, they establish a solid foundation of trust and lay the groundwork for optimal performance. 

Safety and health pros have been known as teachers, among many roles, for decades and decades. But it’s a touchy subject and the role doesn’t get the attention it serves. Why?

When it comes to managing the risk associated with employee safety, the risk manager usually looks to the safety department to address that area.

Though convinced that we have made strides with equipment and safer processes, I am equally convinced that we are stuck on a hamster wheel.

The highest rate of injury is seen with workers between the ages of 18-24, who are experiencing emergency-room injuries at a rate of 2.3 injuries per 100 full-time equivalents — a factor that may be driving the youngest working generation away from these positions.

The largest percentage of job roles held by women in the construction industry are those in management roles, overtaking sales occupations. To celebrate this and Women in Construction Week™ from March 3-8, 2024, let’s explore the latest developments in the industry for women. 

To make any permanent significant change to companies’ organizational systems, practices, or procedures, one has to modify the culture.

Almost 70% of safety pros work for corporations with deep pockets, revenues in the billions, resources that run wide and deep, with often large EHS staffs.