Recreational and medical marijuana use laws have been enacted in many states. Much has been written regarding the conflict between these state statutes, which permit marijuana operations, versus federal law, which considers such operations illegal. Businesses and other organizations have had to educate themselves on how these marijuana laws affect their employment practices, transportation rules, … Continued
Despite recall frequency and the potential for extraordinary costs, most companies don’t adequately plan, prepare, practice for or buy insurance against product recall events. In addition to proper insurance coverage, careful planning is essential in managing the risk of a recall. Costs from a product recall can easily cascade into the millions. In addition to … Continued
As mentioned in Cutting Costs: by Adding Safety to Your Strategic Initiatives, Mt. Macrina Manor reversed skyrocketing insurance costs by revitalizing a complete team approach to keeping employees safe and healthy. The Challenge When faced with the challenge of changing a culture in an organization of 100 or more employees, an all hands on deck … Continued
Where does the safety and well-being fit into a company’s goals and strategic initiatives? We often hear of companies promoting wellness to assist employees in pursuing healthier lifestyle goals. Step programs and healthy eating coaching are two example programs prevalent today in the workplace; employers assist employees in making healthy choices and gain, too, through … Continued
Radon gas is responsible for 21,000 lung cancer deaths per year, or 58 deaths per day. It carries approximately 1,000x the risk of death as any other EPA carcinogen. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that nearly one out of every 15 homes in the United States has an unsafe level of radon gas. All homeowners … Continued
In a recent update to its record keeping web page, OSHA has indicated it will not be ready to receive electronic workplace injury and illness reports by the established July 1, 2017 deadline. The obligation for employers in certain industries to electronically submit injury and illness data is a new requirement contained in the final … Continued
Regardless of where they live, nearly all Americans are likely to face severe winter weather at some point in their lives. Winter storms can range from moderate snow over a few hours to a blizzard with blinding, wind-driven snow that lasts for several days. Many winter storms accompany dangerously low temperatures and strong winds, ice, … Continued
