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Yes, Accidents Happen. But Employees Can Help Prevent Them.
Regarding workplace safety, most company-provided training focuses on proper equipment operation, safe lifting techniques, wearing needed personal protective equipment (PPE), and other task-oriented points. While these are undeniably critical areas to cover, they don’t discuss the need for employees to take action if they see something unsafe. As a result, there’s a dangerous blind spot…
Battling Cultural and Language Barriers in the Workplace?
Good communication is essential if you want an efficient, productive workforce. While many employees, managers, and company leaders will have little issue understanding one another, cultural and language barriers can hinder communication in the workplace. Language barriers and cultural differences may lead to misinterpretations or misunderstandings. When these happen, confusion may occur, causing members of…
How to Handle a No-Call/No-Show Employee
Few things derail a shift – and overall productivity – like no-call/no-show employees. The lack of notice makes adjusting to the absence in advance impossible. Plus, the ambiguous nature of these incidents leaves managers with additional questions, such as whether the employee is abandoning their job or if something terrible happened to them that prevented…
Your Spring Refresh: Why PPE Isn’t Optional
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for worker safety. PPE like goggles, hard hats, steel-toed boots, and similar items shield employees from specific workplace hazards, reducing the odds that incidents will cause injuries or deaths. In many cases, PPE isn't optional in workplaces. For example, requirements outlined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)…
Four Questions Excellent Leaders Ask Underperforming Employees
Managing an underperforming employee is often challenging. However, it’s far easier to get results by asking the right questions. When a leader asks a question, the worker reveals more about their mindset, difficulties, motivation, or sources of uncertainty. As a result, it’s far easier for leaders to determine appropriate corrective actions. While many questions can…
