Lance Roux

Avoid Safety Complacency Through Mindfulness

Mindfulness of Safety Complacency In the November 2014 issue of Professional Safety, Robert Pater explored strategies for expanding mindful safety. With so many accidents caused..

Four Best Practices for Loading Dock Safety

Loading docks areas are always full of activity in warehouses and distribution centers. The dock itself is a recessed inlet in a facility where trucks are loaded and unloaded with..

Industry Groups Oppose OSHA Intervention In Drug Testing Policies

Industry groups recently began voicing opposition to what they deem to be OSHA’s intrusion into drug testing programs and other employee safety policies. The Occupational Safety..

The Components of an Effective Safety Management System

Safety of both employees, clients and other people who may move through a place of business on a regular basis is always of the utmost concern regardless of the industry that..

An Overview of OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Programs

OSHA's Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) is a cooperative assistance and recognition program among labor forces, management and OSHA that is intended to recognize work sites with..

The Importance of Providing First Aid Training to Your Employees

Companies that take safety seriously protect their workers from all kinds of potential injuries, preserving the well-being of those workers and their families as well as keeping..

How To Choose A Safety Expert Witness

If you have a case involving negligence, you may need a safety expert witness to evaluate the safety measures in place at the time of the accident against reasonable best..

How to Be A Great Safety Leader - Safety in the Workplace

Safety in the workplace is only as good as the people organizing it. A good leader influences others to reach a goal and makes a positive impact on attitudes and behaviors. In..

Protecting Workers From the Ebola Virus

Now that Ebola has claimed its first victim on America soil, everyone has questions about the disease and how to protect themselves. The Occupational Safety and Health..