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Feb. 6, 2014
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The News
The Holy Grail of Safety: A Single, All-Encompassing Safety Leading Indicator
Good and bad news on the topic of leading indicators for safety. First, the bad news: A single, all-encompassing safety leading indicator is like the fountain of youth - it probably does not exist. However, there is some good news: There is a single leading indicator that seems to stand above all the rest with regard to its ability to explain and predict workplace injuries. Read more...
Training in Native Language Makes Workplaces Safer
If you have ever visited a foreign country where you speak little or none of the language, you know how confusing it can be. In terms of safety training, comprehension increases when learners can give their complete attention to the content without first needing to mentally convert the information into their first language. Read more...
Firms Must 'Prioritize Resource Efficiency Or Die'
Companies could face a 40 percent gap between available water supplies and water needs by 2030, and some critical materials could be in short supply as soon as 2016. The Carbon Trust says these challenges remain largely unaddressed, leading to disruptions to supply, growing regulatory requirements, volatile fluctuation of prices, and threatening the viability of existing business models. Read more...
How Intuit Innovates by Challenging Itself
We know that questioning can trigger innovative thinking. But the key - and challenge - to truly changing the status quo is identifying the right question. Read more...
Global Warming Battle Is Over Market Share, Not Science
This debate is no longer about whether global warming is real (it is) or whether humans are the most likely cause (you are), but rather, some very interesting and different questions that might be more professionally relevant to finance: How is this going to affect business? What are the investing consequences? Who will be the financial winners and losers of climate change? Read more...
Business Leaders in Davos Keen To Mainstream Circular Economy
The concept of the circular economy is so simple and attractive, but because the economy has been built on the false notion that there is an endless supply of cheap materials, moving towards a cradle to cradle system is proving fiendishly difficult. Read more...
Burberry Commits to Phasing Out Toxic Chemicals from Supply Chain
The luxury brand Burberry Group PLC announced its commitment this week to removing all hazardous chemicals from its supply chain by Jan. 1, 2020. To achieve this goal, Burberry will set up "mechanisms for disclosure and transparency" for the hazardous chemicals used in its supply chain. Read more...
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W. R. Grace & Co., Columbia, MD
W. R. Grace & Co. is seeking a Regulatory Specialist for its corporate environmental health and safety (EHS) department in Columbia, MD. The position will be responsible for development and maintenance of a uniform process for responding to customer inquiries involving EHS, product stewardship, and sustainability. The ideal candidate will also lead and/or support EHS and product stewardship data collection, reporting and recordkeeping. Key responsibilities of the Regulatory Specialist are participating in the development of a uniform process for responding to customer inquiries involving EHS, PS and sustainability. A Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent in Engineering, Chemistry, or Environmental Science is required. The preferred candidate will have 2 to 4 years experience in environmental management or product stewardship in the chemical or specialty chemical industry, along with knowledge of International and US Federal, state, and local environmental and transportation laws, regulations, rules and standards. Tracking code 1299-266
Stella-Jones Inc., Pittsburgh, PA
Stella-Jones, a leading North American producer and marketer of industrial pressure treated wood products, specializing in the production of railway ties and timbers, as well as wood poles supplied to electrical utilities and telecommunications companies, has an immediate opening in our US headquarters, in downtown Pittsburgh, PA for a Corporate Environmental Manager. Principal responsibilities include completing all tasks associated with air and water permitting, waste management and environmental compliance, conducting facility inspections, performing facility audits and training and implementing procedures as needed for compliance. Requirements include a BS in Environmental or Safety Science, 3-5 years EHS consulting or corporate EHS management experience (manufacturing industry preferred), ISO 14001 / OSHAS 18001 implementation experience.
Parsons Corp., Denver/San Francisco, Seattle
Parsons, an engineering, construction, technical, and management services firm, is looking for a Safety Director in the West Coast. The SH&E Director will assist senior GBU operational management in meeting established Corporate and GBU safety and risk goals and objectives. Qualified candidates will have demonstrated past experience in a supervisory safety management role supporting design and construction on major capital programs of $200 million or greater in the US. If you are looking to join a strong company and a major player in the Construction and Engineering Industry, this may be the job for you. This position reports to the VP of SH&E Shared Services. Minimum requirements include having a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) with a 4-year degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field, advanced degree in related field, license and/or professional certification, and a minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a Safety Manager supporting US EPC projects of $200 million or related industry experience.
Kone Corp., Washington, D.C.
KONE is one of the global leaders in the elevator and escalator industry. They are looking for an EHS Director. The purpose of the position is to direct safety and environmental hazard activities for their assigned region. Through data analysis, injury and illness review, along with audit findings the incumbent is responsible for implementing corrective actions to maximize job-site safety, while minimizing workplace hazards. In addition, the incumbent will participate in the development and implementation of required programs, policies and procedures within their region. A bachelors degree in engineering, industrial hygiene, or safety health is required. CIH, CSP, OSHA 500/501 certifications preferred. 5-10 years of construction safety experience preferred.
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