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The Considerable Challenge of Setting Goals
ArticleInside most companies it may seem at times that we are virtually awash in goals, targets, objectives, incentives and other means of spurring us to action. Like many things in life, “too much of a good thing” can be counterproductive, but there is no question carefully formulated goals are critical to environmental, health and safety (EHS), and sustainability programs. -
Humanizing Your EHS Dashboard
Article SponsoredHaving the right perspective about our EHS data enables us to unlock its maximum benefit to our EHS culture. When we remember that real people are behind those statistics, we can fully understand the true cost of poor safety performance. -
A Transformational Journey of SKF USA to EHS Leadership
Article SponsoredLearn how SKF USA got their recordable incident rate to zero, transitioned from reactive to proactive risk analysis and assessment, expanded global quality best practices, and more. -
Lessons from the Audit Trail on Speaking Truth to Power
Article SponsoredLearning to speak truth to power, in a way that makes power listen, is a lifelong endeavor. Today’s young EHS professionals, especially women, face the daily challenge of getting their message heard by everyone from the boardroom to the janitor’s closet. Sincerity and passion are great, but they will only get you so far. These lessons from the audit trail may help you get your message across. -
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Using Materiality to Clarify Sustainability Priorities
ArticleThe demand for information is overwhelming and made more difficult by the varying needs of a wide range of stakeholders. Faced with limited resources in a world where some disclosures are mandatory and others are not, how do you break through the “noise”? In a word, materiality. -
Measuring the Effectiveness of Your Training Program
ArticleWhen it comes to evaluating training effectiveness at your organization, what methods do you use? Learn how the Kirkpatrick Model works and how it can drive insights for your organization. -
Putting It All Together: Why AEP published its first combined CSR and Annual Report
ArticleLearn how American Electric Power developed a strategy to address stakeholders' concerns by demonstrating the relationship between its financial and environmental performance. -
Giving EHS Risk Equal Footing in Financial Discussions
ArticleWhen is an EHS project with no apparent visible economic return more important than a significant capital project? How do you quantify the value of a human life, something which is priceless? How do you value the reputational risk of a significant notice of violation, not just its dollar amount? -
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Work is a Purpose, Not a Place
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Good Safety Metrics Change Behavior
ArticleWhile companies tend to pay close attention to metrics such as recordable incidents, tracking leading indicators may be more effective at improving workplace safety. -
Using Mindfulness to Create a Safe and Healthy Workplace
ArticleWell-known organizations, such as General Mills, Aetna, Intel and Google, have long recognized the benefits of mindfulness meditation. Why are these household names investing in these types of programs? -
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What We Can Learn from the Fair Labor Association's Foxconn Audit
ArticleIn February, 2012 the Fair Labor Association (FLA), a multi-stakeholder organization focused upon workers’ rights, inspected three large factories in China, where Foxconn assembles products for leading electronics manufacturers. What can you learn from this audit to protect the workers in your supply chain and the potential risks to your brand? -
Which EHS Risks Should You Invest In?
ArticleNothing is more important that a human life but as EHS professionals, we often have to make judgments and recommendations around how much safety is enough? Are EHS risks all the same?
