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Sep 26, 2022
Suicide Prevention in the Workplace: Mental Health Awareness / Knowing the Signs

It can be easy to get caught up in our own lives, problems, and stresses and therefore barely focus on what’s going on in the lives of those around us. But, it’s vitally important for employers and employees alike to be aware and know the signs of potential mental illness in themselves and others.

Sep 20, 2022
Suicide Prevention in the Workplace: Prioritizing a Safe Workplace Environment

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, construction occupations have the highest rate of suicide, as well as the highest number of suicides, across all occupational groups. Safety Evolution is standing up with The Construction Industry Alliance For Suicide Prevention & Associated Builders and Contractors to combat these statistics and spread awareness.

Aug 23, 2022
What are the OSHA Requirements for Scaffolding & Best Practices?

Did you know that Scaffold violations are number five on the “2022 Top Five OSHA Violations” list?

How do you keep your workers safe while they are working on scaffolds and how do you monitor scaffolds erected by another company?

What is the key to avoiding scaffold violations on your worksites?

Jul 26, 2022
What Is An EMR Rating or Experience Modification Rate?

What is an EMR you may be asking? Does a world filled with acronyms and formulas leave you scratching your head? When it comes to your EMR or Experience Modification Rate, it’s not the time to be dismissive!

Your company’s EMR affects your bottom line AND your ability to be competitive when bidding for jobs. So, let's dig in !!

Jul 13, 2022
How Is TRIR Calculated? Get Your Rating Now With Our TRIR Calculator!

Do you believe that one small thing can have a BIG impact? Well, when it comes to your TRIR score, believe it!!

How can one small number called TRIR, calculated by a pretty simple formula, have so much importance? Why is it vital to the continued improvement of your safety program?

Jun 27, 2022
Short, Focused, & Meaningful Safety Inspections Strengthen Safety Programs!

The goal of every safety management system should always be continuous improvement. We have all been doing site, quality control and equipment inspections for ages. Sometimes our inspection program achieves the desired goal. Sometimes it feels like we are standing still…. Incidents keep reoccurring and repairs are not completed. So how do we ensure that our inspection hit the mark? How can we be sure that our inspections are a strong link in our Safety Program?