Active Shooter Statistics
In the United States, active shooting incidents seem to increase as the years progress. The FBI defines an active shooter as “an individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined and populated area.” Within the year 2021 alone, there were 61 active shootings. These shootings resulted in 103 deaths and […]
HAZWOPER Training 101
It’s no secret that working in the environmental industry can be dangerous. Every day, workers face the risk of being injured or even killed while on the job. That’s why it’s so important for all environmental workers to receive HAZWOPER training. This training provides workers with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely work in […]
Run Hide Fight – Active Shooter Training
In today’s world, it is more important than ever to be prepared for an active shooter situation. An active shooter is a person who enters a public place with the intent of causing harm. Active shooter situations are becoming more and more common, and it is important that you know how to react if you […]
Confined Space Training Requirements
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), all employees who work in or around confined spaces must be properly trained to safely work in these environments. This may include training on recognizing and identifying confined spaces, understanding the hazards associated with confined spaces, and knowing how to have a confined space entry and […]
What is an Activity Hazard Analysis?
Every day, we go through several activities without giving them a second thought. We get dressed, drive to work, sit at our desks all day, and drive home. But what if something went wrong during one of these activities? What if we got in an accident while driving? Or cut ourselves while getting dressed? That’s […]
How To Get Boom Lift Certified
Boom lifts are used to elevate workers to high places. They can be used for a variety of tasks, including construction, inspection, and maintenance. Being certified to operate a boom lift requires training, written exams and practical skills demonstrations in order to be deemed competent. This goes for other equipment as well. With the right […]
How To Get Scissor Lift Certified
It’s no secret that the job market is tough these days. With so many people out of work, it can be hard to find a good job that pays well. But if you’re willing to put in the extra effort, there are still plenty of opportunities out there. One such opportunity is becoming scissor lift […]
What is the difference between OSHA 10 and OSHA 30?
The US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has a training program for employees working in specific fields. The Outreach Training Program is a two-tier training course that includes the 10-hour and 30-hour courses. Many people are still perplexed by the distinction between OSHA10 and 30 , despite the fact that they’re […]
How to Replace Your Lost OSHA Card
OSHA cards are issued by the Department of Labor (DOL) as physical proof that someone successfully completed a 10 or 30-hour course of OSHA’s Outreach Training Program. The program’s purpose is teaching workers to recognize and avoid a range of work-related health and safety hazards. These cards are given for completion of any one or […]
How to Develop an Emergency Action Plan
As hard as employers try to make their workplaces safe, emergencies arise from time to time. For example, in 2020, the BLS reported 2.7 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses. And 2021 brought natural disasters galore. These examples highlight how important emergency preparation is for all businesses. Having an emergency action plan in place is the best […]
