This blog describes the Community Right to Know Law (RTK) of New York City, which protects the public from the release of hazardous chemicals. … Read More
Safety Stratus Blog
The 6-Step Safety Observation Blueprint
Whether voluntarily or not, companies will often have to conduct some form of worksite safety inspection. In its most simplified form, the process of performing a safety inspection involves observing and recording any unsafe behaviors, conditions, or hazardous situations that … Read More
Safety Management Leadership Systems
Most safety management systems, such as ANSI Z10, are not revolutionary concepts. Recent developments, however, have improved their effectiveness and comprehensiveness. Despite these innovations, a safety management system by itself will not keep people safe, in the same way that … Read More
How to Ensure Respiratory Protection for Workers
Stories are continually emerging about workers facing the consequences of inadequate respiratory protection. If workers are misinformed about the dangers they face in their occupation, it can have disastrous effects. That is exactly why the Occupational Safety and Health Administration … Read More
How To Avoid Pencil Whipped Safety Inspections & Observations
The phrase “pencil whipping” is commonly used in the safety industry to describe the practice of completing inspection forms or checklists without conducting a thorough inspection (e.g., “checking the box”). There are various reasons one might “pencil whip” an audit/inspection, … Read More
Safety Inspections & Observations: A Walkthrough
Safety inspections are critical to ensure that workplaces, buildings, equipment, and other resources are safe for employee use. As the understanding and recognition of hazards and methods for mitigating or preventing them have grown, regulations and standards have been put … Read More
