Construction, a physically demanding and historically male-dominated industry, has seen a surge of women entering the workforce in recent years. While this increased diversity brings valuable skills and perspectives, it also raises important concerns around safety for women in construction. Best Practices for Promoting Safety and Inclusivity To address the challenges faced by women in […]
At SMART Safety, we are here to make sure your employees stay safe when working on ladders. Take a look at these tips and make sure you have a ladder safety plan in place. 1. Importance of Ladder Safety on Construction Sites When it comes to construction sites, ensuring ladder safety is of paramount importance. […]
Increase Profitability by Improving Safety What is EMR? EMR = PROFIT! The Experience Modification Rate is the number that insurance carriers use to calculate your company’s risk. The higher your risk the higher your EMR, and correspondingly – the more you pay for your Workers’ Compensation (WC) Insurance. In high risk industries like construction, manufacturing, […]
Mental health in the workplace is a pressing issue that has gained significant attention in recent years. Despite the efforts to raise awareness and promote a supportive environment, the stigma surrounding mental health persists. This article sheds light on the existing challenges, provides insights into the consequences of mental health stigma, and explores potential solutions […]
The Importance of National Consensus Standards and Recommendations Warehousing and storage facilities play a vital role in the supply chain, ensuring efficient storage and distribution of goods. However, safety is a paramount concern in these environments, as the storage of various materials and the operation of machinery pose potential risks. To address these concerns, enforcement […]
Ensuring workplace safety is crucial for the well-being of employees and the overall success of any organization. Among the common workplace hazards, slips, trips, and falls pose significant risks. Addressing these dangers head-on is essential to create a secure work environment. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore effective strategies to mitigate slips, trips, and […]
What is EMR? In general, the Experience Modification Rate (EMR) is a number that insurance carriers use to determine a company’s risk. The higher the risk, the higher the EMR and Workers’ Compensation insurance premiums. In fact, it is somewhat like our credit history. And it follows us everywhere. As such, it can have either […]
Construction Industry Insight Construction is one of the oldest and most important industries in the world. Plus, it’s one of the most complex, with a range of stakeholders and regulations to follow. However, construction safety is vital in this dangerous industry. Further, the construction industry has been facing challenges for the last few years. To […]
Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS): a method by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to reduce the spread of Covid-19 In December 2021, a federal appeal regarding the Biden Administration’s mandate-or-test emergency vaccine rule made a shocking decision. A Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals with a three-judge panel overturned the blockage that kept the rule from […]
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is responsible for the development of standards for products, services, processes, systems and personnel in the U.S. and has worked hard to create the most effective, safe standards for operations. In 2018, ANSI released an update to the aerial work platform standard, ANSI A92.22, that will go into effect […]
