How Should My Business Plan for Active Shooter Incidents in the Workplace?

Active shooter events are unfortunately part of our world, and employers are becoming increasingly worried about how an active shooter may impact their workplace. Why is this data important? It shows that employers need to be aware of active shooter preparedness and prevention. However, preparing your business for an active shooter incident can be overwhelming,…

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Will Forklift Certification Help Me Get a Better Job or Higher Pay?

Did you know that the average forklift operator salary ranges from $35K to $50K? Want to learn how getting forklift certified can help open more job opportunities and ensure job safety? Keep reading to learn how these simple steps can change your life. What Does Forklift Certification Mean? Forklift certification refers to the certification proof…

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What Topics Are Covered in a Defensive Driving Course?

When it comes to safety, most safety managers do everything in their power to prevent distracted driving amongst their company drivers. However, they can’t control the behavior of every person behind every wheel on the road. That’s why it’s critical your company emphasizes continuous education on these seven defensive driving training topics. One of the…

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Do I Need Hands-On Training to Pass Forklift Certification?

Forklifts are responsible for nearly 40,000 serious injuries in the workplace every year. But despite training requirements that operators learn the basics before getting behind the wheel, many new operators report feeling completely overwhelmed and unable to operate a forklift correctly after their initial certification. That’s because proper training doesn’t come from simply reading an…

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What’s Included in OSHA 10-Hour Construction Training?

OSHA 10-hour training will show you how to have a safe workplace. You’ll learn about hazards and how to avoid them. Not only will you learn about your rights as an employee, but also about your responsibilities. Take OSHA 10-hour training so you and your employees can work more safely and follow OSHA standards. OSHA…

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What is OSHA 10-Hour Training and Who Should Take the Course?

Safety Counselling offers OSHA 10-hour classes in person at our training facility, and in person at client’s places of business throughout New Mexico. Courses are scheduled regularly, so contact us today to see when we can schedule a class at your place of business or when or next class is in Albuquerque. OSHA 10-Hour Training…

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What Is Forklift Training and Certification, How Do I Get Certified and Why it is Smart to Get It?

Forklifts often go unnoticed, but they’re workhorses at any active job site. Warehouses, construction areas, loading docks—these machines are everywhere! Forklifts help workers move pallets, heavy loads, and equipment. Plus, they do it with ease and incredible speed. Although forklifts are convenient, they are not toys. They are heavy machinery—several tons each—and can cause significant…

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What are the Benefits of OSHA Training and OSHA Compliance?

OSHA stands for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. OSHA was created by the United States Department of Labor. When they were first created, their goal was to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for both women and men by setting standards, enforcing them, and providing training, outreach, education, and assistance. OSHA determines which safety…

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