Read our latest articles on compliance, recycling, inspections, and field practices from JEM's experience working with facilities across the industry.
How does regret affect us? Regret can be a painful experience because it involves an emotional state that often includes blaming oneself for the outcome of an incident. Consider the circumstances involved in the event. Perhaps you were under extreme pressure to complete a task…
Read More
Stormwater runoff is water from rainfall or snowmelt that does not soak into the ground. It flows over impervious or hard surfaces and sloped terrains directly into waterbodies or Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4s). As it flows, it collects sediment and pollutants including: heavy…
Read More
Have you ever experienced feelings of danger before an incident occurred? The ability to perceive or to have an understanding of what is happening around you is a concept known as situational awareness. Situational awareness is defined as “having an accurate perception of one’s surroundings,…
Read More
During the cold weather months, we depend on heat to keep us warm. The fuel used to create heat is also responsible for many deaths from the by-product produced. This by-product is carbon monoxide (CO) which is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless toxic gas. Every…
Read More
As the new year begins, many people will make personal resolutions pertaining to their safety and well-being. Are you making similar resolutions for your business? The start of the new year is a good time to refocus priorities on the safety of the company and…
Read More
Compressed air tools are used in many workplaces. Compressor machines, pneumatic tools, hoses, electric connections, and accessory parts all present potential hazards. Compressed air can be extremely dangerous if misused, not properly maintained, if safety precautions are not implemented, or there is horseplay in the…
Read MoreHow often have you exclaimed, “Wow, that was a close call!” or someone has said to you, “You were just lucky!”? A “close call” incident is referred to as a near miss. Can you think of an example of when you or a coworker had…
Read More
Unsafe working conditions can be present in every workplace. These are hazards that have the potential to cause injury or death to employees or customers, and occur when the work environment is too dangerous for employees to perform job tasks. Dangerous environmental conditions may include…
Read More
Every year, many workers miss work due to conditions from exposure to cold weather while working outdoors. When it comes to working in cold weather, it is very important to take the necessary precautions to avoid injuries and illnesses that are prone to working in…
Read More
Every day, we are confronted with situations that require us to make choices. These situations may involve work, career, family, or health. Our choices are likely influenced by our surroundings and are often made under pressures of everyday life. How many times have you heard…
Read More