During the pandemic, many employers were faced with the daunting task of preparing their facilities for employees returning to the workplace. As we all navigated the ‘new normal’ of living and working in the COVID-19 era, controls such as social distancing, face coverings, reduced occupancy, and more frequent and robust cleaning regiments were implemented to […]
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Cutting Costs and Improving Productivity with Ergonomics
Ergonomics = the science of designing the job for the worker, rather than forcing the working to fit the job. With so many back-to-work concerns in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, creating and implementing an ergonomics improvement process can feel rather low priority. In fact, the emotional toll of the COVID-19 pandemic, which is […]
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What’s the proper way to use respiratory protection and personal protective equipment?
Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) offers a sense of security during this COVID-19 pandemic. But do you and your workers actually know how to properly fit, use and maintain PPE? Your instinct might be to respond, “Sure, it can’t be that hard, right?” But think again. The impacts of improper fit, usage and maintenance can […]
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EPA Announces Temporary Policy during COVID-19 Pandemic
On March 26, the EPA issued a temporary policy that applies retroactively beginning on March 13, 2020 regarding enforcement of environmental legal obligations during the COVID-19 pandemic. In essence, and with certain limitations, the EPA has suspended environmental enforcement action. It’s important to note that this policy does not apply to activities carried out under […]
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COVID-19 Shutdown Regulatory Checklist
What are the regulatory implications associated with shutdown of processes? Although many communities are implementing Shelter-In-Place orders, environment, health and safety (EHS) compliance is expected to be maintained by applicable regulatory agencies. We’re answering questions for clients planning a plant closure, curtailment, or shortening of hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Navigating the shut-down process […]
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