Workforce Solutions News Archive
Going Wireless to Stop Accidents
A wireless RFID system can be your safety net when toeing the line of training, awareness and respect for equipment and processes...
L'Oreal forklift operators work safer with a net
A system of mesh and pallet stops keeps inventory from falling and protects people and products from harm...
Five Tips to Winning the Future Talent War
As the economy recovers, seismic workforce changes are looming that will intensify the competition for labor...
Top Supply Chains Have Top-Level Support
The supply chain function is now widely recognized as an important part of the business, and two-thirds of the companies in a recent poll have senior supply chain representation in the boardroom...
Castell Relocates Headquarters
Industrial safety specialist Castell is now operating at its new U.S. headquarters in Chicago....
OSHA Seeks Input on Combustible Dust Hazards
The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) has scheduled a virtual stakeholder meeting for June 28 to seek input about combustible dust workplace hazards...
enVista Debuts Courses for Supply Chain Executives
Enterprise and supply chain consulting services firm enVista introduces enRichment, an ongoing series of professional development and training courses for supply chain professionals and executives...
OSHA Proposes Revisions to Slip-and-Fall Standards
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to require improved worker protection from tripping, slipping and falling hazards on walking and working surfaces...
Clearing the Air
Explosion-proof industrial vacuums can help facilities combat combustible dust hazards...
Are Your Employees Getting Ready to Bolt?
As the economy improves, so will your employees' chances of finding jobs elsewhere. Make sure you're keeping your workers actively engaged in the company...
Associated Material Handling Helps Develop Future Talent
To help educate the future workforce about opportunities in material handling, Associated Material Handling (Associated) recently participated in a project consulting course included in Northern Illinois University’s (NIU) executive MBA program...
How Much Are You Worth?
MHM's exclusive 2010 Salary Survey reveals that the average salary for material handling managers is $80,084...
Security Within the Four Walls
A security program can help improve the safety of employees, assets and operations, while reducing operational costs...
7 Recruiting Trends for 2010
Companies looking to rebuild the workforce this year will confront new challenges in the labor market...
What Keeps You Awake At Night?
Material handling managers endure many sleepless nights so the rest of us can sleep soundly...
OSHA Cites C&W Industries for Safety Violations
OSHA has proposed $59,250 in penalties against C&W Industries in Union Springs, Ala., for a number of safety violations, including unguarded machinery, insufficient training and certification for lift truck operators and inadequate fire prevention...
OSHA Releases Date for Combustible Dust Meetings
OSHA has scheduled two informal meetings to solicit comments and suggestions on combustible dust hazards in the workplace...
Combustible Dust: What You Need to Know
Prepare for OSHA’s new combustible dust standard by learning about dust explosions and how to prevent them...
New Flooring Standard Gets Traction
A new floor safety standard stresses proper floor maintenance and employee training...
Changing the Rules
Regulatory plans that were shelved or put on hold are making a comeback in 2010...
9 Ways to Keep Your Career Resolution
Quality tools are useful both on and off the plant floor. Here’s how to use continuous improvement to enhance your career...
Bulk Containers Go Lean
A major automotive brake supplier uses bulk containers to support 5S lean manufacturing...
From Training to Enforcement
Without question, lift truck safety is a critical concern for fleet owners and managers. Without proper systems in place, an operation is at high risk for accidents and potential damages to the facility, merchandise, equipment fleet and, worst of all, employees...
Safety By Design
Raymond’s new lift truck training program focuses on pedestrian safety...
OSHA Regulatory Agenda to Impact Material Handling Operations
Earlier this week, OSHA released its fall 2009 regulatory agenda, which details the government’s 29 major regulatory projects designed to promote safe workplaces...
