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The Danger of Deepfakes
Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Deepfakes Explained - Deepfakes refer to sophisticated forgeries of an image, video or audio recording. Deepfakes have been around for years-you can even find a version of them in social media applications. For instance,...
Securing Cargo for Safe Transportation
Thursday, January 28, 2021
This article focuses on Federal Guidelines for securing cargo, but this is also a very good guide for non-DOT cargo securement. Shifting cargo is one of the most common hazards in commercial transportation. Not only can...
2020, What a Year!
Sunday, January 3, 2021
What is there left to say? You don't need me to tell you about the COVID pandemic and how catastrophic it has been or enumerate the ways the coronavirus has taken over our lives. We're all tired of lockdowns,...
De-icing Outdoor Walking Surfaces in Winter
Wednesday, December 30, 2020
Keeping outdoor walking surfaces-such as parking lots and sidewalks-clear of ice in the winter is a crucial practice at many workplaces. Not only does ice removal offer aesthetic benefits, it can also help keep you,...
IRS Announces 2021 Standard Mileage Rates
Monday, December 28, 2020
On December 22, 2020, the IRS issued the 2021 optional standard mileage rates, which are used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes. The 2021...
CDC Announces Shorter Quarantine Guidelines After a COVID-19 Exposure
Thursday, December 3, 2020
During a recent media briefing, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced an update to quarantine guidelines, offering options for shorter quarantine periods. - - The CDC’s updated guidance allows...
What You Can Do to Avoid the Flu
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
COVID-19 Guidance on Ventilation in the Workplace
Monday, November 9, 2020
OSHA is committed to protecting the health and safety of America’s workers and workplaces during these unprecedented times. The agency will be issuing a series of alerts designed to keep workers safe. Ensuring adequate...
New CDC Guidance Makes Contact Tracing More Difficult for Employers
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
- Posted on Thursday, October 29, 2020 Employers will have to revise their COVID-19-related safety policies and practices to meet new guidelines from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on what it...
The Most Dangerous Time to Drive As we 'Fall Back' to Shorter Days, Take Extra Care on the Road
Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Shorter days, fatigue, compromised night vision, rush hour and impaired drivers are some of the risks we face when driving at night. These risks become especially pronounced moving into the weekend, with fatal crashes...