Starting at a new company as an EHS manager Back to the blogIn this post: Assess the current state of affairs Build strong relationships with workers Devise a plan of action Starting at a new company in the EHS field can be extremely challenging. My colleagues...
How to build an EHS dashboard
How to build an EHS dashboard Back to the blogIn this post: Signs of a poor safety culture Key aspects of an effective safety culture Ideas to improve safety culture in the workplace An EHS dashboard is a tool that shows you important data about the status of your...
Benefits of RCRA certification
Benefits of RCRA certification Back to the blogIn this post: Benefits for EHS professionals Benefits for employers EHS professionals ensure that their workplaces comply with regulatory requirements, often across multiple agencies. One of these standards is the...
Optimize your EHS materials management system
Optimize your EHS materials management system Back to the blogIn this post: Figuring out your supply needs Tracking your inventory of EHS materials Storing the inventory of supplies There are a lot of hidden struggles that come with managing EHS supplies for an...
How to calculate TRIR and decrease it
How to calculate TRIR and decrease it Back to the blogIn this post: Determine your TRIR Interpret the result Consider limitations of TRIR Improve your site’s TRIR over time The total recordable incident rate (TRIR) is a measure of the number of recordable incidents...
Optimizing your vendor management process
Optimizing your vendor management process Back to the blogIn this post: Careful vendor selection Effective contract negotiation Monitoring vendor performance Comprehensive risk mitigation Successful vendor management goes beyond merely selecting and evaluating...
How to restructure your EHS reporting process
How to restructure your EHS reporting process Back to the blogIn this post: Review the current reporting process Collect employee and supervisor feedback Revise your process and documents Announce and execute changes Revisit and evaluate the process When we think of...
Leveraging technology to enhance EHS programs
Leveraging technology to enhance EHS programs Back to the blogIn this post: The importance of technology in EHS Finding technology solutions Training and support Benefits of using technology in EHS programs As an experienced EHS professional, I’ve seen firsthand the...
Create a monthly safety report
Create a monthly safety reportTopics covered Injury metrics Key performance indicators Safety wins Safety challenges Blog » Create a monthly safety reportOne of the more tedious areas of EHS management is deciding how you’ll report your performance to senior...
Creating a site-specific safety plan
Creating a site-specific safety planTopics covered Identify hazards Set goals Document processes Train employees Monitor performance Blog » Creating a site-specific safety planHaving a site-specific safety plan is a no-brainer for any workplace. By following these...