Tag: Safety

AI Fire And Life Safety

AI In The Fire And Life Safety Domain

A cautiously optimistic outlook on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in the fire and life safety industry.

Florida School District Deploys Critical Communication Systems

Due to frequent hurricanes, Martin County, Florida schools often double as storm shelters, making it challenging for radio frequencies to penetrate the heavy metal and concrete walls.
Safety Award

NSC Names 2024 Green Cross For Safety Award Finalists

Safety leadership award winners will be announced next month at the Green Cross Celebration, held during the 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo.
Pittsburgh Public Schools

Critical Infrastructure Upgrades On Deck At Pittsburgh Schools

$300,000 Renew America’s Schools Prize could unlock up to $15.3 million to support energy efficient and safe learning environments across 20 Pittsburgh area schools.
Summer Olympics, BMX

What’s The Most Dangerous Event In The Summer Olympics?

If you're among the more than 32 million people around the world watching the 2024 Summer Olympics, you might be surprised to learn which sport poses the greatest threat of bodily injury to its athletes.
Extreme Weather

Keeping Your Facility Mold-Free In Extreme Weather

Resolving water issues can be costly, but mold is a secondary concern that can rear its ugly head long after water leakage is remedied.
Radford National Safety Council

Zachary M. Radford Is New NSC Vice President Of Government Affairs

The transportation and safety policy expert, former Hill staffer brings more than two decades of law, policy, and communications experience to the National Safety Council.
snow removal partner

How To Find The Best Commercial Snow Removal Partner

To find the best commercial snow removal partner, facilities need to look for green flags, and avoid red flags.
Trauma-informed healthcare facilities

Improve Healthcare Facilities By Creating Human-Centered Spaces

Trauma-informed healthcare facility design represents an opportunity to improve care, clinician well-being, and even the bottom line.
extreme heat

New Rule Would Protect Indoor, Outdoor Workers From Extreme Heat

Proposed rule would require employers to develop an injury and illness prevention plan to control heat hazards in workplaces affected by excessive heat.
workplace injuries

Fatigue Remains Top Risk For Workplace Injuries

Workplace violence is considered least likely risk for workplace injuries, but concern significantly increased from 2020 to 2023, according to the National Safety Council.
abandoned buildings

Bringing Abandoned Buildings Back To Life

Adaptive reuse of abandoned buildings can bring new life to a community and its economy. However, these projects can present special challenges to facility managers.
Storm Shelter Doors

Storm Shelter Doors: Balancing The Code Requirements

Implementation and understanding of comprehensive severe weather solutions such as storm shelter doors, and adherence to codes and requirements is necessary to mitigate risks and protect lives in the face of severe weather.
Emergency Management

Emergency Management: Preparing For Threats Against The Clock

Emergency preparedness is challenging for any business, but having the right tools can make a difference.
DEI, Workplace Injury Prevention

NSC Report Explores DEI, Workplace Injury Prevention

Research examines why diversity, equity and inclusion should be foundational to musculoskeletal disorder prevention and provides equitable solutions to minimize worker risks.
OSHA

What OSHA’s Walkaround Rule Means For Employers

OSHA's new Walkaround Rule addresses who may accompany agency inspectors, employers, and workers during an on-site investigation.
secret service

U.S. Secret Service Publishes Guide On School Safety

The school safety guide, released this month, is a toolkit for strengthening K-12 bystander reporting programs.
Hazard Communication Standard

Standard Updated To Better Protect Workers, First Responders

Changes to OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard will improve the quality of information on labels, safety data sheets.
building safety professionals

Building Safety Month Week Three: Learning From The Pros

International Code Council’s 44th annual Building Safety Month campaign continues into its third week with insight into the roles and responsibilities of building safety professionals.
Elevator Service, Elevator Maintenance

Four Things Your Elevator Service Company Wants You To Know

Keeping elevators running smoothly is crucial for daily operations of most facilities. Find out what elevator service providers would like facility managers to know to ensure success.
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%.