Category: Training

Training is the number one element in accident, incident, and illness avoidance. Check the articles here frequently for the latest and best tips on techniques, trends, programs and equipment. We offer explanations for group, one-one, or self-directed situations, in both general and specific work activities. Your training will be both easier and more effective if you do.

Legal Issues in Training: Q & A

Compliance with employment laws and regulations often impacts training in a variety of important ways. Here are three specific issues. Q. Is it permissible to exclude employees from training if they are expected to retire soon? A. Especially in light of the economy, it is understandable that an employer would want to invest its training […]

The Sandwich Generation

As we approach the holiday season and spending extra time with our families, it’s a good time to remember that November is also National Family Caregivers Month. This observance may not seem to be directly safety-related, but the added stress that your workers may feel from their caregiving responsibilities at home may lead to increased […]

Workplace Cancer Risks

Give your workers this quick overview of three common workplace cancer risks. Customize the information to the risks faced by your employees. Though your workers might associate cancer worries with the food they eat or the air they breathe, the truth is that there are cancer risks in the workplace, including: UV exposure for outdoor […]

How to Engage Reluctant Learners

When it comes to safety training, you can’t afford to leave any trainees behind. Reluctant learners can be difficult to engage, but you have to succeed. Here are some suggestions. "There are a myriad of reasons why learners don’t want to attend or participate in training," says Jill Greenbaum, Ed.D., a coach, instructional designer, and […]

How to Make Safety Training Sessions More Effective

Help your safety trainers help trainees learn more, quicker, and better with these tips from training experts. Conducting effective training is no easy task for trainers. They can always use some extra help. Here are some suggestions from three training consultants that you can share with your trainers to help achieve these critical goals: Improve […]

The Case for Training, Part 2

Last week we gave you some good tips on how to make the case for training, which we’ll continue this week. To review the problem: One of the first challenges trainers face is a resistance to training from both employees and management. Employees are frustrated about taking time away from their jobs, and managers aren’t […]

The Case for Training: Part 1

This month, we’ll give you some good tips on how to make the case for training, which we’ll continue in November. Convince management and employees that training is crucial. One of the first challenges trainers face is a resistance to training from both employees and management. Employees are frustrated about taking time away from their […]

The Good News About Breast Cancer

Early detection of breast cancer means almost 100% chance for survival. Make sure your employees know the facts. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month (www.nbcam.org), so it’s a good time to give a brief wellness training on this topic. According to the American Cancer Society (ACS – www.cancer.org), more than 200,000 women a year—and 2,000 […]

Free Report for Safety Professionals: 12 Ways to Boost Workplace Safety

The Safety Daily Advisor announced today the release of a free report for safety professionals, 12 Ways to Boost Workplace Safety, which will help managers learn how to provide guidance and leadership to their employees. This exclusive special report offers a wealth of information on tips such as stressing safety training, becoming a hazard detective, […]

The Air at Work

October is Healthy Lung Month, which is a good time for you to discuss airborne hazards and how your employees can protect their lungs. Start by discussing what causes lung disease on the job. The American Lung Association lists several workplace breathing hazards: Dusts Environmental tobacco smoke (secondhand smoke) Gases Solvent mists and vapors Welding […]