Getting Started

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 […]

If you’ve read any newspapers or watched any news programs during the last 10 years, you’ve probably heard reports about a class of chemicals called perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, more commonly referred to as PFAS or “forever chemicals.” Managing PFAS is more important than ever. But what exactly are PFAS, why are they important, and […]

By Phil Molé, MPH The term “mixed authentication” in the context of EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) software refers to the availability of multiple methods of user authentication to access the software platform. While login and authentication may not be the first features companies consider when evaluating EHS software, it’s an important factor that can […]

Introduction In today’s digital landscape, businesses rely on a diverse range of software solutions to remain competitive and adapt to evolving operational challenges. Whether it’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems for supply chain management and logistics, customer relationship management (CRM) software for sales and marketing, HR management platforms for recruitment, payroll, and performance tracking, or […]

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 […]

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 […]

In the evolving world of risk management, understanding where your organization stands on the maturity curve is crucial for advancing your safety systems.  At this year’s VelocityEHS User Conference, Jeff Sanford, Senior Global Enterprise Account Executive at VelocityEHS, moderated a panel discussion during, “Risk Management: Align Tactics to Each Point Along the Maturity Curve.” Featuring […]

By Phil Molé, MPH It’s been a busy year for new regulations, so you might not have heard about MSHA’s 2024 respirable crystalline silica final rule that lowers exposure limits to respirable silica for mine workers and establishes new requirements for mine operators to protect the safety of their employees. The requirements of the final […]

Changes occurring within an organization’s operations are inevitable, and it’s imperative that the crucial process of Management of Change (MOC) procedures be completed to assess and address the risks or unintended consequences that stem from changes made.   MOC is a systematic method for identifying and controlling safety, health and environmental risks associated with planned […]

By Phil Molé, MPH After years of preparatory work, OSHA recently published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on heat injury and illness prevention that will affect many outdoor and indoor US worksites. Employers across different industries will need to understand the potential requirements in OSHA’s new heat injury and illness proposed rule and start […]