Construction projects involving trench and excavation operations present life-threatening risks to employees. Following a recent series of trench collapses in the Midwest, OSHA has issued a trade release urging workplaces to take the necessary steps to protect workers from trenching and excavation hazards. With 11...
Employment practices liability (EPL) claims—such as alleged discrimination, harassment, or wrongful termination—can be complex and costly, leaving employers impacted with financial and reputational fallout. Taking steps to reduce EPL exposures and promote a positive workplace culture can help prevent such claims and related lawsuits. Here are...
In most cases, the transition from hiring to onboarding an employee is straightforward. However, in some instances, employers may find themselves in a position where they must rescind a job offer. This is a difficult situation for both the employer and the newly hired candidate....
What is Conscious Unbossing Just as workplaces have evolved in recent years, workers’ expectations and aspirations have, too. Younger professionals are rejecting traditional career paths, specifically middle management roles. Generation Z (Gen Z) respondents to a survey by global recruitment company Robert Walters shared that middle...
If you are a safety officer, you understand the importance of investigating accidents or incidents thoroughly as soon as they occur. Investigating the cause of even minor accident will help identify the hazards so they can be eliminated thus helping to prevent a repeat occurrence....
Small businesses in all industries face the potential of lawsuits. These disputes can require substantial money, time and effort, and they can damage a company’s reputation, regardless of the case’s merits or outcome. Considering these ramifications, it is vital for business leaders to take steps...
The construction industry is continuously moving toward digitization, adopting advanced technology such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT) and Building Information Modeling software. These innovations help to automate tasks, reduce waste and improve efficiency, productivity and safety. However, this shift also brings significant...
A safety committee is crucial for creating and maintaining a safe workplace culture. These committees bring together employees, management and safety professionals to proactively address workplace hazards. There are several organizational benefits to implementing a safety committee. They can provide a safer work environment, increase employee...
Return-to-work (RTW) programs are intended to help support employees as they reintegrate back into the workforce after experiencing occupational illnesses or injuries. These programs may entail having injured employees return to work with shortened hours, lighter workloads or different tasks (also known as transitional duties)...
Around 27% of U.S. workers quit their jobs in 2023, which, according to a common turnover calculation, cost employers nearly a trillion dollars to replace. Unfortunately, turnover is expected to climb this year, and labor experts predict another form of the “Great Resignation” to take...