The vast majority of employers I have worked with over the years have written an employee health and safety program that is generally specific to their operations. Unfortunately, there are many times that an important piece is missing.

The snow is slowly beginning to recede around my homestead, which is an inevitable sign of spring. I know there are a lot of folks in the audience with much greener surroundings and maybe even having mowed the lawn once or twice—boy, do I envy you.

How many times have you heard that question? I'd be a wealthy man if I had a dime for each time I had to explain the reasons to an individual or group.

I received notice of the upcoming conference hosted by the Maine Indoor Air Quality Council and it reminds me of the importance of indoor air quality and the obvious ramifications the air we breathe at work has on our health.

I have reviewed hundreds of construction jobsites over the years. Inevitably, owners ask me what can be done about the illegal use of subcontractors. Specifically, they vent about their competition classifying their employees as subcontractors and th...

When you put on an annual gathering for over 30 years, you’re definitely doing something right. The Safety Council of Northern New England is presenting its 38th Annual NH Conference so it's fair to say they've got it down pat.

Last time, we talked about what a safety culture is. I mentioned that a successful company will integrate safety with business goals, creating a balance between all aspects of the organization, which allows the company as a whole to mature in the sa...

Last time, we talked about the ways in which having a safer culture can help reduce injuries. But what is a safety culture?

After we recently wrote about safety culture and consciousness, it occurred to me that not everyone really knows what we mean when we say “culture based safety.” With all the talk of buy-in, it is difficult to ask employees for it if you do not under...

I received a message recently from fellow MEMIC Safety Management Consultant, Greg LaRochelle. Greg’s note touches on the human side of employee health and safety.