Items Tagged with 'Safety profession'

“Any form of competition that creates an ‘us vs. them’ mentality tends to get people fired up,” says veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk, who shares how to use this common drive to get workers more involved in safety efforts.

Michael Gunlund shares how he got into the EHS field.

Joshua Franklin shares how he got into the EHS field.

"Although it has an unfavorable connotation, gossip isn't always negative," says veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk, who shares how focusing on "good" gossip can inspire us – and others.

Stephen Thompson shares how he got into the EHS field.

Barb Law shares how she got into the EHS field.

Aurora, CO — Occupational safety and health professionals are in need of expanded continuing education training and resources, say researchers from the Colorado School of Public Health after results of a recent survey show that more than 3 out of 5 are required to perform duties outside their primary area of expertise.

For women in safety, a mentor can offer guidance and open doors. Three women share their stories.

“Speaking before an audience, especially a large one, can be intimidating,” says veteran safety pro turned professional speaker Richard Hawk, who offers five tips for conquering “those notorious butterflies” in your stomach.

Barry W. Simmonds shares how he got into the EHS field.