☕Be like a surgeon

Good morning! Safety isn’t just a priority—it’s the foundation we build on every day. Let’s stay vigilant, stay smart, and make every moment count.

THIS WEEK’S TIPS

This week’s safety upgrades:

• Checklist Manifesto and Worker Safety

• Beat the Winter Blues - Tips and Tricks

• Chemical Safety Board - Good Year Update

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

This Weeks Professional Development Tip

• Confusion: Your Brain's Secret Weapon For Personal Growth

Safety Knights here with a Dad Joke.

Now that we have your attention - check out our Ergonomics Summit, running November 11-15th

Whether looking to improve workplace safety, reduce injury risks, or enhance productivity, Ergo Summit is designed to help professionals like you advance ergonomic practices.

Visit www.ErgoSummit.com to register to help make your organization safer and healthier!

Say Your Name Like a Surgeon

The key to safer workplaces might just start with something as simple as saying your name. In The Checklist Manifesto, Atul Gawande found that when surgical teams introduced themselves, complications dropped by 35%—all because people felt empowered to speak up when they spotted issues. This “activation phenomenon” shows that knowing everyone’s name creates a ripple effect: it encourages open communication and confidence to voice concerns, even in critical moments. For leaders, prioritizing introductions and fostering a culture where every voice matters could be the first step in preventing avoidable workplace risks.

Gamify Your Training

Retention rates for an 8-hour class is only 10-20% after one week. Longer sessions can lead to cognitive overload, making it harder for learners to retain information - why are we still doing this?

Training should be palatable and memorable - so why not give them something exciting to engage with? We're talking Gamification here people. Imagine turning your training into an engaging game of Family Feud or Jeopardy. Now you can!

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Half of Workers Aren’t Reporting On-the-Job Injuries

Nearly half of workers seriously harmed at work in the past two years didn’t report it, according to a new report from Lloyd’s Register Foundation. Gallup interviewed around 147,000 workers in 142 countries, revealing that roughly 667 million workers have experienced significant job-related harm, with 49% keeping incidents under wraps.

Why the silence? Common reasons include fear of retaliation, lack of management response, and beliefs that pain is simply part of certain jobs. Safety training, or lack thereof, is also key—62% of workers (80% in agriculture) never received safety training. Those with training, however, were more likely to report injuries, underscoring the need for safety education in the workplace.

As National Safety Council’s Sarah Ischer puts it, fostering a secure environment isn’t just about minimizing risks; it’s about building a space where workers feel safe, supported, and engaged.

Winter is Coming—Don’t Let the Blues Win!

As the days grow shorter and the winter chill sets in, many of us prepare for the seasonal slump. While cozy nights by the fire may sound appealing, for around 10 million Americans, the colder months can trigger seasonal affective disorder (SAD), affecting mood, productivity, and workplace safety. Let’s take action! Here are some effective tips to share with your colleagues to help combat the winter blues and keep our workplace thriving.

Your Ergo Solution.

Overexertion is costing companies $12.49 BILLION each year and feeding into a much larger problem! That’s why we’ve partnered with 3motionAI to enhance workplace safety with their Risk Flashlight solution. Together, we’re empowering EHS professionals to tackle these costly problems at the root, building a safer, more equitable workplace.

Steps to Take:

1. Learn more about 3motionAI: Read, here

2. Show company leadership how you can protect the bottom line.

3. Earn the respect you deserve by making a real impact.

NEWS
Your Virtual Water Cooler

• MSHA, NIOSH Will Announce New Guide to Address Opioid Disorders in Mining Industry

• Chemical Safety Board eyes ‘tomorrow’s successes’ after a ‘good year’

• NYC Department of Buildings issues excavation safety advisory

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