Tag: Professional Development

Electric Vehicles

More Charging Options Needed At Work, Say Electric Vehicle Drivers

Employers that provide charging stations for electric cars will boost the shift to EVs, make themselves more attractive to potential hires, finds Ipsos and EVBox Group survey.
healthier buildings

Buildings Of The Future: A Guide To Creating Healthier Buildings

Download this guide to creating healthier buildings from Schneider Electric, and discover where wellness and productivity intersect.
NACOSH

U.S. Department Of Labor Schedules NACOSH Meeting

A meeting of the National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health will be held June 22 via teleconference and WebEx.
Walking-Working Surfaces

OSHA To Clarify Handrail, Stair Rail Requirements

Proposed rule clarifies previous requirements for handrails and stair rail systems, provides flexibility in the transition to OSHA’s newer requirements.
health and safety

Reopening Day Is Almost Here. Are You Ready?

How to exceed the high health and safety expectations of your occupants as they return to your buildings.
remote workforce

Tech Companies Push Remote Work Global

A new report from Velocity Global reveals 65% of U.S. companies will increase or maintain global remote workforces this year.
construction safety

Construction Safety And Health Advisory Committee Members Named

The 15 ACCSH members will advise and assist the assistant secretary on occupational safety and health in construction standards.
COVID-19 testing guidance

New COVID-19 Testing Guidance Helps Protect Employees, Customers

As CDC lifts masking requirements, a new report provides steps to develop customized COVID-19 testing plans to reduce spread of COVID-19 in the workplace.
cleaning and disinfection

View Our Advancing Cleaning & HVAC Tools For Disinfection Webinar

View this free video webinar and learn about workplace cleaning and disinfection solutions, and how effective they are for removing coronavirus.​
Building Information Management

UK, U.S. To Collaborate On Improving The Built Environment

The National Institute of Building Sciences will work with the Centre for Digital Built Britain on the development of the U.S. National Building Information Management (BIM) Program.
competencies

7 Modern Competencies Define Workplace Success In Next Decade

Competencies that were most valued over the past decade are likely to be overtaken by a new set of skills, reveals new research from PSI.
facility managers hybrid workplace

The COVID-19 Aftermath: What’s The Impact On Facility Managers?

In the wake of COVID-19, hybrid workplaces may present the best solution for both organizations and employees.
virtual conference

NIBS Opens Call For Speakers For Building Innovation 2021

The National Institute of Building Sciences' September virtual conference will feature tracks on Resilience, Technology, and Workplace.
Smart Building Technology

10 Predictions For Smart Building Technology In 2021 And Beyond

Download this free white paper from Verdantix and explore the key trends that will impact the smart building space in 2021 and beyond.

USGBC Develops New Pilot Credits In Response To COVID-19

USGBC’s LEED Safety First credits are helping facility management teams provide healthy spaces and assisting with building reentry.
Ventilation Standard

Updated Healthcare Facility Ventilation Standard Published

The updated edition of ANSI/ASHRAE/ASHE Standard 170, Ventilation of Health Care Facilities offers guidance, regulation, and mandates to healthcare facilities designers.
Hurricane Preparedness

Are You Ready? National Hurricane Preparedness Week

With the Pacific hurricane season starting May 15 and the Atlantic season on June 1, this week the EPA is helping the public prepare and plan for hurricanes.
working from home

Working From Home: Is Distance Destroying Dialogue?

A new study reveals that employees are more than twice as likely to avoid discussing concerns with remote colleagues.
Building Safety Month

Virtual Building Safety Month Celebration Begins

The International Code Council's 41st annual awareness campaign about building safety features free resources and events for the public.
Capital Planning

Did You Miss Our 5 Ways To Better Strategic Capital Planning Webinar?

This free video webinar features an expert panel discussing five concrete ways to improve your capital planning processes.
Energy Incentives Webinar, Power Grid

Learn How To Capture Energy Incentives And Strengthen The Power Grid

Join us for this free webinar and learn how to to open new revenue streams, reduce energy costs, and advance sustainability goals at your facility with virtually no disruption to productivity.
facility resilience

Watch This: The Role Of Facilities Management In Handling Emergencies And Maintenance

This video webinar provides actionable strategies to safeguard your assets, protect lives, and ensure operational continuity.

[VIDEO] Job Order Contracting: Accelerating the Projects that Matter

This proven single-solicitation process accelerates project delivery while satisfying local bidding requirements. Learn all about Gordian’s JOC solutions .

Infrastructure Upgrades For Energy And Labor Savings: Scaling For Growth

How Arway Linen and Uniform is reducing water and energy consumption by 51%.