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Protecting Stockroom and Loading Dock Workers During the Pandemic
As the novel coronavirus makes its impact around the world, frontline workers have been acknowledged and appreciated. Rightly so, retail workers have been regarded as essential alongside healthcare workers and first responders. Retail employees that work in stockrooms and on loading docks especially play an important role in ensuring that people continue to receive the…
Laura Myers | June 5, 2020 | Industry News, Safety Solutions | PPE, Reopening Series, Safety, Safety Signs, Social Distancing, Workplace Safety | 3 min read
Reopening Workplaces Safely with a Return-to-Work Team
With so much uncertainty about the lasting impact of COVID-19 and regions beginning to lift stay at home orders, companies need to be prepared to welcome employees back. One way organizations can focus on how to best decrease the spread of the virus and lower the impact on the workplace is by putting together a…
Jesse Allred | June 3, 2020 | Industry News, Safety Solutions | Reopening Series, Safety, Social Distancing, Workplace Safety | 3 min read
5 Ways Construction Sites Can Work Safely Amid COVID-19
As COVID-19 continues to affect every state in the United States, construction crews are continuing to work on houses, roads, and buildings across the country. Construction firms, generally deemed as essential businesses, are having to change way they operate to protect themselves and the public. Like with any workplace hazard, employers should assess the hazards…
Jesse Allred | May 29, 2020 | Industry News, Safety Solutions | Construction Safety, Facility Marking, Floor Marking, Health, OSHA, Reopening Series, Safety, Safety Signs, Social Distancing, Workplace Safety | 3 min read
Resuming Elective Healthcare During the COVID-19 Pandemic
When the COVID-19 pandemic first began to impact countries around the world earlier this year, non-essential healthcare procedures and elective surgeries were postponed partly to ensure that sufficient supplies were kept available for hospitals to treat coronavirus patients. Surgery and other medical care is deemed “elective” if the procedure can be delayed, without causing significant…
Laura Myers | May 28, 2020 | Industry News, Safety Solutions | Health, Healthcare, PPE, Reopening Series, Safety, Safety Signs, Social Distancing, Workplace Safety | 3 min read
Back to Operations: Manufacturing Safety During the COVID-19 Outbreak
As more businesses are given permission to reopen, many manufacturing facilities are returning to normal operations. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, however, the way that workers must be protected has changed and manufacturing must now incorporate new health and safety policies. While these policies will be implemented differently in each facility, all manufacturers can protect…
Jesse Allred | May 21, 2020 | Safety Solutions | Health, OSHA, PPE, Reopening Series, Safety, Social Distancing, Workplace Safety | 3 min read
Reopening Gyms: Health + Safety Tips for Fitness Clubs
As more businesses are given the green light to reopen, health and fitness clubs are beginning to plan how they will safely welcome their members back. Although it’s exciting to work out again, this is a gradual return under specific circumstances. Any reopening of fitness centers must include health and safety protocols that are applicable…
Laura Myers | May 20, 2020 | Industry News, Safety Solutions | Health, Reopening Series, Safety Signs, Safety Tips, Social Distancing, Workplace Safety | 4 min read
Celebrating National EMS Week 2020
Sunday marks the 46th annual National EMS Week honoring the lifesaving efforts of first responders, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and all emergency medical services personnel. Ready Today, Preparing for Tomorrow is the theme of the 2020 EMS Week, presented by the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) in partnership National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians…
Jesse Allred | May 15, 2020 | Industry News | Healthcare | 2 min read
Reopening Retail: Social Distancing for Shoppers
Brick-and-mortar retailers have been hit particularly hard by the current coronavirus pandemic. As states slowly begin to allow certain workplaces to reopen, retailers need to bring their employees back, keep customers safe, and adapt operations to a new normal, all while adhering to local government guidelines. It’s a time of uncertainty, but there are a…
Laura Myers | May 14, 2020 | Safety Solutions | Facility Marking, Health, Reopening Series, Safety Signs, Social Distancing, Workplace Safety | 3 min read
Social Distancing for Casinos: Don’t Gamble on Safety
As casinos and resorts closed by the coronavirus begin to reopen, implementing proper safeguards to ensure a safe gaming environment is critical for public health and safety. Casino owners and workers should follow federal, state, and local protocols for preventing the spread of the coronavirus. The Nevada State Gaming Control Board, which regulates the most…
Jesse Allred | May 12, 2020 | Industry News, Safety Solutions | Floor Signs, Health, Reopening Series, Safety Signs, Social Distancing, Wall Signs, Workplace Safety | 3 min read
How Restaurants Can Practice Social Distancing
As parts of the country begin to reopen and customers start looking to eat out again, restaurants have an important role in keeping their communities safe. OSHA, the CDC, and the FDA have all issued guidance on preparing your workplace, including safety tips specifically for restaurants, and food and beverage businesses to protect their workers…
Jesse Allred | May 5, 2020 | Safety Products, Safety Solutions | Floor Marking, Health, Reopening Series, Safety Signs, Social Distancing, Workplace Safety | 3 min read
Meet Our Spring 2020 Scholarship Winner
Our eighth scholarship competition has come to a close and for another year, we are astounded by the volume of impressive applicants from across the country. Since opening our scholarship competition, we have enjoyed supporting scholars representing a wide range of backgrounds, locations, and ambitions. This year we have had the privilege to read so…
CSS Editorial Staff | May 1, 2020 | Company Updates | Scholarship | 6 min read
National Electrical Safety Month 2020: Electrical Safety Wherever You Work
Each May the Electrical Safety Foundation International (EFSI) commemorates National Electrical Safety Month with a campaign to educate people about reducing the number of electrically related fires, fatalities, injuries, and property loss. On average, there are approximately 2,000 non-fatal electrical injuries at work each year, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).…
Jesse Allred | April 30, 2020 | Industry News | Electrical Safety, Safety, Social Distancing, Workplace Safety | 2 min read
World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2020
The annual World Day for Safety and Health at Work has one focus this year: stopping the pandemic. On April 28, workers and employers are encouraged to consider the current global pandemic and its impact on the world of work. Even in times of crisis, employers have a duty to ensure safe and healthful working…
CSS Editorial Staff | April 24, 2020 | Industry News, Safety Solutions | Health, Healthcare, Social Distancing, Workplace Safety | 3 min read
Thanks for Making MODEX 2020 a Success
Thank you to everyone who attended and stopped by our MODEX booth last month! We enjoyed meeting so many new people and had a successful first time exhibiting at the 2020 MODEX Trade Show. If you missed us at the show or didn’t get a chance to stop by, check out the video below to…
CSS Editorial Staff | April 8, 2020 | Company Updates | Labeling | < 1 min read
Observing National Public Health Week 2020
Today kicks off the 25th annual National Public Health Week! Each year the American Public Health Association (APHA) recognizes the contributions of public health and highlights issues important to improving the nation’s health. Together, we can build healthy neighborhoods, healthy communities, and ultimately a healthy country. This year’s National Public Health Week—Looking Back, Moving Forward—is…
Jesse Allred | April 6, 2020 | Industry News | Health, Healthcare, Social Distancing, Workplace Safety | 3 min read
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