Using hand and power tools on the job can increase the risk to team members in manufacturing environments. While they can help individuals perform tasks that would be much more difficult by hand, they can also become hazardous if they are use incorrectly. OSHA provides several recommendations for hand tool… Read more
How and When to Announce You Quit
Not every job is going to last forever. There may be dozens of reasons, if not more, that someone may want to leave a job. You may be dissatisfied with the working conditions or the job you’re doing, you may have an opportunity come up that you weren’t expecting, or… Read more
Interview Questions to Address Teamwork Skills
Very rarely in an office does someone really have the luxury of working independently without interacting with other members of the staff. For this reason everyone needs to have some level of interpersonal skills to survive in a typical office environment. If your company relies on successful teamwork it is… Read more
Evaluating OSHA Regulations – Fall Protection
According to OSHA, falls in the workplace contribute to a high number of worker’s compensation claims each year. It is an employer’s responsibility to ensure that falls are preventable in their facility. Falls can affect not only manufacturing or warehouse workers but also those who work in office environments as… Read more
5 Resume Tips to Land the Perfect Job
Your resume is the first impression you will have on a potential employer. You need to create a document that will draw them in and entice them to call you. Unfortunately, there is no one right way to write a killer resume so many job seekers have trouble deciding what… Read more
OSHA Insights – What is Personal Protective Equipment?
OSHA oversight is important for the safety of our permanent and temporary workforce. Among the many things they govern, personal protective equipment is important in maintaining safety of employees. Here is some information about personal protective equipment and what it means for you and your staff. What is personal protective… Read more
The Benefits of Employee Recognition
Employee morale and engagement is one of the biggest issues facing employers today. Keeping your team productive ensures your company’s success and ability to compete in your business space. Before you revamp your employee recognition programs it may help to think of a few of the most important motivators for… Read more
OSHA Insights – Employer Responsibilities to Protect Temporary Workers
There has long been some debate about how facilities should treat temporary workers when it comes to safety and the requirements established by OSHA. In a statement made by Dr. David Michaels, the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational safety and health said “Host employers need to treat temporary workers… Read more
Are Your Job References Saying Good Things About You?
Job references are a necessary means of communicating your job experience to a future employer. Any company interested in hiring you should check with your references before making a job offer. But how do you know that the people who are being called are providing quality references for your past… Read more
OSHA Insights – Portable Fire Extinguishers
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has several requirements in place for businesses to maintain a safe and productive work environment for their staff. In the event of a fire emergency companies are expected to have portable fire extinguishers available. OSHA requirements are clear and concise and non-compliance could results… Read more