Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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AI for Workplace Safety: An Introduction
By Phil Molé, MPH We talk with a lot of EHS professionals, and we hear a wide range of opinions about artificial intelligence (AI). Many of them say they hear a lot about AI, but don’t know what to make of it. Some have told us they want to learn more about AI and its […]
Safe Can’t Wait. Neither Can AI
By Phil Molé, MPH EHS professionals can’t afford to ignore artificial intelligence (AI). Ask any EHS leader why they do what they do, and the answer is simple: it’s about getting people home safely at the end of every day. That’s not just a job description—it’s a calling. DOWNLOAD OUR NEW WHITE PAPER: “Why EHS […]
How Porter Logistics Scaled Safely and Smartly with VelocityEHS
By Phil Molé, MPH As supply chains grow more complex and regulatory expectations rise, third-party logistics providers are under increasing pressure to stay efficient, compliant, and responsive. For Porter Logistics, a fast-growing 3PL based in Atlanta, that challenge became very real as their footprint expanded to over 750,000 square feet and tens of thousands of […]
OSHA Renews Their National Emphasis Program (NEP) on Amputations
By Phil Molé, MPH OSHA has recently revised and renewed it’s NEP on amputations in the manufacturing sector. In fact, OSHA’s latest Amputation NEP is now in effect and actively being used to target inspections. If you’re in an industry sector targeted under OSHA amputations NEP, you’ll need to make sure you’re prepared for a […]
Job Safety Analysis (JSA): The Essential Occupational Health and Safety Management Tool
At the heart of every occupational health and safety (OH&S) regulation and management system standard is the goal of identifying and controlling workplace hazards. Job Safety Analysis (JSA) is one of the most valuable and essential tools for achieving this goal, providing safety professionals with a structured approach to identifying, assessing, and controlling job hazards […]
AI for Contractor Safety: How VelocityEHS is Enhancing Compliance and Leading the Industry
VelocityEHS is once again raising the bar for contractor safety, control of work, and permit-to-work management with all new AI-driven contractor compliance and verification capabilities, part of the VelocityEHS Contractor Safety solution. Contractor safety is a top priority for EHS professionals across virtually every industry as employment of contingent workers including contractors and temporary workers […]
Top Five Reasons to Invest in EHS Software
By Phil Molé, MPH Are you interested in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) software? You’ve come to the right place! Investing in EHS software delivers significant capabilities and benefits that enhance compliance, safety, and operational efficiency. Here are the top five reasons to consider implementing EHS software at your organization. 1. EHS Software Can Help […]
The Invaluable Accuracy of 3D Motion Capture in Ergonomics Assessments
By Phil Molé, MPH Ergonomics is experiencing a significant shift, thanks in large part to 3D motion capture technology. In the past, manual musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) risk assessments and their results were riddled with human error and inconsistent, subjective judgments, and inefficiencies in the process. Advancements were made in 2017, when Humantech Inc and Kinetica […]
6 Holiday Safety Tips: Managing Workplace Risks So You Can Enjoy the Season
By Phil Molé, MPH The holidays are here! You’re likely making a list, checking it twice, and making plans to be with the special people in your life. And no doubt, you’re still hard at work right up to the holidays, which is all the more reason to make sure you’re not overlooking important safety […]
Improving Job Safety Analysis Using Semi-Quantitative Risk Factors
By Greg Duncan, MELP, CSP, Sr. EHS & ESG Content Manager at VelocityEHS Job safety analysis (JSA) is one of the most widely relied-upon methods EHS professionals use to identify, assess, and control the hazards of job tasks. Job safety analysis is so valuable in performing this core occupational health and safety (OH&S) management function […]