Daylight Savings kicked in for most Americans this weekend, requiring most to “fall Back” and subtract and hour from their clocks.   Even though the time change in the Fall “adds” an hour of sleep the weekend of the change, the abrupt change in light exposure can negatively impact an individual’s circadian rhythm.  Upsets to the circadian rhythm can result in sleep difficulties including loss of sleep, fatigue and mood changes.

September is National Preparedness Month!

According to NSC Injury Facts,  In 2023 there were a total of 75,104 weather events reported by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) resulting in 3,875 injuries and 877 deaths.  The top three weather events which caused the most deaths in 2023 were Heat, Wildfire and Tornado.  The top three weather events which caused the most injuries in 2023 were Heat, Tornado and Winter Weather.  Know the risks in your region and prepare a plan.  Talk to your family and your employees, ensure they know their roles in the event of an emergency.

June 28 – July 4, 2024 is National Fireworks Safety Week!

Celebrate responsibly and prevent burns and fires during National Fireworks Safety Week!

June is National Safety Month! Week One is all about Safety Engagement - Read on!

I am proud to announce that I will be presenting "Is Stretch and Flex Worth the Effort?" at the 2024 Global Learning Summit by BCSP on May 7, 2024! GLS is set to provide high-quality professional development to all workers with SH&E responsibilities by removing the barriers of high cost and geographic location. Cost of registration is only $25 - register today at bcspgls.com!

According to the CDC, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States amounting to nearly 2,200 deaths per day. It is important for everyone to understand and control the risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease. It is also important for everyone to recognize the signals of a heart attack and stroke and know what to do in the event of a cardiac emergency.