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Arc Blast vs. Arc Flash
Written By: Jordan Hollingsworth Electrical hazards pose significant risks in industrial and commercial environments, particularly when dealing with high-voltage systems. Two of the most dangerous and often misunderstood hazards are arc blasts and arc flashes. These...
What is PPE in Construction?
Written By:Jon Ludrick Personal protective equipment plays a critical role in protecting construction workers from injury and illness. From hard hats to steel-toed boots, PPE serves as the last line of defense against workplace hazards. Understanding what PPE is, why...
Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO): An Overall Guide
Lockout/tagout, commonly referred to as LOTO, is one of the most critical safety procedures used to protect workers from hazardous energy. Whether you are working in manufacturing, construction, utilities, or general industry, an unexpected equipment startup can lead...
An Overall Guide to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Written By: Kent Huber Standard operating procedures, often referred to as SOPs, are essential for creating consistency, improving safety, and ensuring compliance in any workplace. Whether you operate in construction, manufacturing, healthcare, or general industry,...
Electrical Fire: An Overall Guide
Written By: Harvey Galberth Electrical fires are one of the most dangerous and often overlooked hazards in the workplace. Whether you operate in construction, manufacturing, warehousing, or office environments, faulty electrical systems can quickly escalate into...
Warehouse Safety
Written by Jon Ludwick Warehouses are fast-paced environments where people, equipment, and materials move constantly. While this efficiency is necessary to keep supply chains running, it also introduces safety risks. Without proper warehouse safety practices,...
General Contractor: What It Is, What They Do, & Salary
Written by Kevin Scholz, CHST, SMP If you work in construction or plan to start a building project, you have likely heard the term general contractor. But what is a general contractor, and what do they actually do on a job site? Whether you want to hire one, become...
Welding Safety
Written By: Kent Huber Welding is a critical skill across construction, manufacturing, fabrication, and maintenance industries, but it also comes with serious risks when proper controls are not in place. Welding safety focuses on protecting workers from physical...
Electrical Hazards: What They Are, Causes, & How to Protect Your Workplace
Written By: Mike Martin Electrical hazards are one of the most common and most dangerous workplace safety risks across nearly every industry. From construction sites and manufacturing plants to offices and warehouses, electricity powers daily operations while also...
Gryphon Investors Acquires Safety Management Group
San Francisco, CA - January 8, 2026 Establishes New Platform for Outsourced Safety Services Gryphon Investors (“Gryphon”), a leading middle-market private investment firm, today announced that it has acquired Safety Management Group (“SMG” or the “Company”), a...
What Is PPE in Healthcare?
Written by: Reginald Fields Personal protective equipment (PPE) is one of the most essential defenses healthcare workers rely on every day. Whether a healthcare worker works in a clinic, hospital, long-term care facility, laboratory, or emergency response setting, PPE...
Chemical Hazards: What It Is, Types, & Examples
Chemical hazards are one of the most common and misunderstood risks workers face in almost every industry. Whether you’re in manufacturing, construction, laboratories, healthcare, or even an office setting, you interact with chemicals daily. Understanding what...
First Aid At Work: What It Is & 5 Basic Tips
Written by Chris Mitchell Director, Health & Pharma | CSP, CHST Workplace incidents don’t come with a warning. Whether it's a contractor injury on a large construction site or a chemical exposure in a lab, what happens in the first three minutes can change...
Industrial Hygiene: The Overall Guide
Industrial hygiene is one of the most critical yet often overlooked components of workplace safety. It is the science of identifying, evaluating, and controlling workplace environmental stressors or hazards that could affect workers' health and well-being. By...
What Is PPE? Everything You Need to Know
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) has been a cornerstone of workplace safety for decades. From industrial worksites to healthcare facilities, PPE acts as the last line of defense against serious injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. Over time, as industries and...
Top 10 Most Common Safety Violations
Safety violations in the workplace happen more often than most people realize—and they’re rarely intentional. Whether it’s a missed training, a damaged guardrail, or an outdated label, these gaps in compliance can put workers at risk and expose companies to serious...
What Is HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment)?
Written by Randy Gieseking, President | Safety Management Group In high-risk industries, there’s no room for guesswork. Whether you're managing a construction site, a manufacturing facility, or a large utility project, one thing is certain: safety and compliance...
OSHA General Duty Clause: The Overall Guide
Written by Chris Mitchell Director, Health & Pharma | CSP, CHST OSHA exists to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for employees across the United States. By setting and enforcing standards and offering training, outreach, and assistance, OSHA plays a...
OSHA 300 Logs: Requirements, Recordkeeping, & How to Prepare
Written by Duane Freyberger, Vice President, Client Strategy | Safety Management Group When it comes to workplace safety, record keeping isn’t just a box to check. It’s a fundamental part of a company’s responsibility to protect its people and comply with the law. The...
EHS Manager: Role, Responsibilities, & What Makes a Great One
Written by Duane Freyberger, Vice President, Client Strategy Every workplace, no matter the industry, benefits from having someone who understands how safety, health, and the environment intersect with operations. That person is the EHS Manager. In today’s regulatory...
Slips, Trips, and Falls: What It Is, Causes, and Prevention
Written by Mark Steinhofer Director, SMG U | CSP, CHST, CUSP, PhD Most people don’t fall because they’re careless. They fall because they’re comfortable. Slips, trips, and falls happen during the routine—on the walk to the breakroom, across the shop floor, or...
NFPA 70E: What It Is, The Purpose, & Training
NFPA 70E is the National Fire Protection Association’s standard for electrical safety in the workplace. It outlines best practices to protect workers from electrical hazards, such as arc flashes and shock. This standard is essential for maintaining compliance and...
Personal Fall Arrest System: What It Is, The Purpose, and Components
Written by Mike Martin Vice President, Services | CHST, CUS Personal fall arrest systems are a direct result of personal falls continuing to be one of the leading causes of workplace injuries and fatalities, especially in construction, utility work, and industrial...
How Does OSHA Enforce Its Standards?
By Mike Martin, CHST, CUSP Vice President, Services | CHST, CUSP When it comes to workplace safety, most companies understand that OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is the top regulatory authority. But understanding how OSHA enforces its standards...