The aging of the United States working population means a swell in retirements in approaching years. Here's how to save all that accumulated knowledge and leadership experience in-house following their departure.
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are common amongst many construction safety workers across the globe and indeed across many industries within major capital projects; though, operators in manufacturing environments are especially exposed to acquiring these injuries due to many circumstances specific to their profession.
Contextual AI enhances construction safety policies in today’s tech-centric business environment on major capital projects. What kind of safety leader are you? Distractions that are related to employees engaged in mobile devices while driving can lead to severe injury not just to the driver but innocent bystanders can potentially lose their lives.
The advice may not have been specific, but oilpatch contractor Matthew Linnitt states he knew what he was "supposed" to do: lie on official records about an event that could have killed him, or someone would be fired.
Last year, shared scooters accounted for more than 38 million trips by Americans in more than 100 towns, according to the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO), a nonprofit association. Those excursions accounted for almost 50% of the 84 million trips – which more than doubled from 2017 – taken on “shared micro-mobility” alternatives that also included both station-based and dockless bikes.
The best safety leaders aren't chained to their desks. Rather, they are present in the moment. Are you? Here's a likely scenario: You are a safety manager and have earned the reputation as a problem solver. Your reputation sets the standard of human performance factors.
Working in the construction industry on major capital projects is a tough, sometimes hazardous job. Globally, the construction industry accounts for 7% of hiring. However, it's responsible for between 30% and 40% of all work-related deaths. The value is at its most eminent in developing countries.
In the oil & gas industry, uncertainties are unavoidable and if they are not recognized correctly, they may lead to unfortunate circumstances such as accidents. Constant process in the oil & gas industry requires people who carry out operations and maintenance of oil & gas factories, normally within 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Safety leadership and safety training must be the top priority for every company. The ultimate aim is to avoid serious injuries and fatalities. However, even a minor injury to one person can hurt the morale of the entire organization. Safety is about so much more avoiding big OSHA fine.