We Are Off!

We Are Off!

We Are Off! " The Scope Up and Coming A new year brings new opportunities. With a new presidential administration I think this year and the next couple of years will be busy for occupational environmental, health and safety professionals. New executive orders...
Flu and Cold Season

Flu and Cold Season

Flu and Cold Season October 28, 2020 " The Scope What You Might Not Have Known It’s that time of year in the northern hemisphere, the flu and cold season.  Given the COVID-19 pandemic, no doubt we are exhausted about all things virus related.  Simply...
Occupational injuries are costly

Occupational injuries are costly

The neighbor got a new fence.  It was a quick installation as it was completed in two days.  One day for removing the old fence and one day for installing the new metal chain link fence. Before I knew it, the project was wrapped up by mid-afternoon on the second day. ...
Stop … and take a breath.

Stop … and take a breath.

The world as we knew it has drastically changed in relation to this global pandemic.  The uncertainty alone can force the action of re-prioritizing tasks, perhaps relabeling environmental programs as lower priority.  As a result, existing gaps could grow causing a...
A stormwater program team, makes all the difference!

A stormwater program team, makes all the difference!

World Water Day is March 22, 2020!  Water.  It is refreshing, it is significant, it corrodes.  Water is essential for those industries that heavily depend on it, while pleasant for those who don’t.  In fact, it is crucial for human survival.  However, more often...
Don’t Be Caught In An Awkward Position

Don’t Be Caught In An Awkward Position

In 2018, Liberty Mutual reported that overexertion injuries accounted for 23% of total injuries that year.  How cognizant are you of your bodily position throughout the work day? Better yet, how about your employees? Ergonomic hazards could wreak havoc on a business,...