Better Workforce Blog

In this manufacturing safety article, you’ll find info on industrial safety topics and compliance in manufacturing, along with checklists and best practices.

What’s the most dangerous job in America in 2020? How did the COVID-19 pandemic change things? Here’s what data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics has to say.

“The benefits of our EHS program exceed its costs.” That’s a statement that 54% of participants in a recent survey agreed with. And that’s great news for safety professionals. But there’s room for improvement.

Selling a vehicle over the internet? Be aware of the Federal Trade Commission’s Cooling-Off Rule, which gives buyers 3 days to cancel, among other things.

Do you know who “owns” your organization’s onboarding process? In other words: Can you name which person or people are responsible for helping new employees feel comfortable, prepared, and productive? If you can, great—you’re one step closer to optimizing your onboarding procedures. But if you’re not sure who currently owns onboarding, don’t worry; it doesn’t mean you need to […]

Here are some practical ways to plan for and prevent heat-related illnesses—while continuing to fight against COVID-19 infection in the workplace.

Think carefully before you take action against an employee for speaking up about workplace health and safety concerns.

To advocate for change, safety professionals need to have a seat at the table. And to gain that seat, they need to speak the language of the others at the table.

There are important distinctions between furloughed and laid-off employees, and legal considerations for asking either to return to work post-COVID outbreak.