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Accident Investigation: Root Cause Analysis
Over the years, managers and leaders have written thousands of articles about the very complicated causes of accidents in the workplace. The consensus of opinion is that there is not normally one single cause of an accident or an incident. Instead, there are normally a combination of factors that contribute to the accident. These all…
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Linkedin profile tips and Job search
With the advancing world, how we live and work is constantly changing. Many industries that used to be labor-run are now automated, so working in a leadership position in any industry now is not how it used to be. There are many jobs that have become common due to the popularity of the internet, creating…
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Effective Communication Skills: LISTENING
An important aspect of enhancing one’s communication skills is becoming a good listener. People tend to place the emphasis on speaking as the most important aspect of communication, but this is not necessarily so. Breaking down the percentage of time spent throughout the day for an average person engaged in one of the four aspects…
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Effective Communication Skills: NONVERBAL
Another aspect of effective communication is a basic understanding of body language. Studies have shown that more than 50 percent of a spoken message’s meaning can be determined by nonverbal gestures. It is claimed that only 15 percent of what is said is verbal and at least 85 percent of interpersonal communications are nonverbal. For…
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Job Interview Ultimate Guide
A job interview is obviously something that must occur when seeking a job as a security guard, and many people get very stressed out over a job interview. This job guide will help you relax and be prepared for the interview. Major Considerations During a Job Interview Make a Connection with the Interviewer Depending on…
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Quit Ignoring Employee Health
In the current world, with COVID, many EHS professionals find themselves talking more and more about employee health, being in charge of health aspects of employees that they never considered part of their jobs. This is a great time to talk about the H in EHS. As EHS professionals, we all know our responsibilities in…
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Successfully Persuade People That Workplace Injuries Are Preventable
Before you try and introduce the concept of a zero injury workplace, you will need to spend some time putting some thought and planning into the possible obstacles you will face. Think about the people who are going to be affected by a different safety regime and identify the people who are likely to resist…
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Incident Report Writing Guide
Objectivity is vital when writing a report. A judge or investigator probably won’t dismiss the validity of a report if you’ve made a grammatical mistake. But if your report lacks objectivity, it may be viewed as a document full of opinion over facts. Providing specific details is the key to writing an objective report. When…
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Preventing Tech and Mechanic Injuries
Based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics injury and illness report, automotive techs and mechanics experience 13,150 nonfatal occupational injuries and illnesses resulting in valuable time away from work. Auto mechanics and technicians work with dangerous machinery, tools and chemicals, often in cramped spots, which puts them at greater risk for a workplace injury. Just…
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Ignoring Workplace Safety
Within the confines of many companies, safety information is prominently displayed in common areas like lunchrooms and locker rooms. Despite these visual cues, a concerning trend persists where workers seemingly dismiss or overlook these critical safety measures. In the daily routine of entering shared spaces, employees often ignore the signs plastered across the walls, neglecting…