Why Are Emergency Action Plans Important?

“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” ― Benjamin Franklin In a competitive world in which businesses often find themselves the subject of public scrutiny for their responses to emergency events, it is essential to expect the unexpected. The responsibilities of business ownership are many, and the value of preparedness cannot be overstated.…

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What is Considered Hazardous Waste?

Many businesses have to process hazardous waste and it can be a challenge to know how to manage hazardous waste materials safely and in compliance with RCRA (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act) under the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency). Industries that most commonly come in contact with hazardous waste are Construction, Dry Cleaning, Furniture Repair &…

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When and How to Report a Workplace Injury

Did you know, according to OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), there were 2.8 million reported workplace injuries in 2019? Of those, there were nearly 20,000 claims in Wisconsin alone. To put that into perspective, if those who had reported injuries were seated in Miller Park they would fill nearly half the stadium. If you…

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