"Leaders who refuse to listen will eventually be surrounded by people who have nothing helpful to say."
Andy Stanley (b 1958)
Author and Pastor
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The Neuroscience Of Personal Safety
Why do so many people still get hurt at work even though we do so much to try and keep them safe? Research estimates that up to 95% of our everyday actions are subconscious. So, if we want to keep ourselves safe, we have to be aware of how our subconscious mind works and ensure we have the safest skills and habits possible.
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AUSIMM Bulletin
Pruitt Unveils Controversial ‘Transparency’ Rule Limiting What Research EPA Can Use
EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt moved Tuesday to limit what science can be used in writing agency regulations. The sweeping change could have significant implications for scores of decisions on everything from the toxicity of household products to the level of soot that power plants can emit.
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The Washington Post
3 Unique and Interesting Strategies to Deal with Unwanted Plastic
Coinciding with Earth Day, there were several interesting articles about how to keep plastic where it belongs, recover it, and recycle it: Scientists accidentally created a mutant enzyme that eats plastic bottles, and believe it can be deployed on an industrial scale; The revolutionary Giant Ocean Cleanup Machine is about to set sail, and expects to recover 5,000 kg of plastic each month; Want to keep plastic out of the ocean in the first place? Look to these 10 rivers that are the source of 90% of ocean plastic.
The Guardian, Fast Company, Deutsche Welle
How to Cure a Bad Case of Metric Fixation
History professor Jerry Muller reminds us that not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted. The author is not against metrics, but metric fixation which clouds judgement and has unintended consequences.
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strategy+business
Rise in Car Crashes Uncovers a Startling Trend
In theory, driving has never been safer. Improved car design means that cars have more safety features than ever before, and new drivers have to be educated before they ever take a car out solo. And yet, paradoxically, driving in North America is more dangerous than it’s been for quite a few years.
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Safe Start
Teamsters Sue Drug Manufacturers Over Opioid Crisis
The union sued in Ohio and Virginia where many Teamsters work. The group points out that its members are more vulnerable to this crisis as they work in physically demanding jobs are at particularly high-risk because prescription opioids have been commonly prescribed to treat on-the-job injuries.
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EHS Today
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2018 EHS Compliance Management Conference
LAST DAY to save $100 off registration and take advantage of NAEM's discounted hotel room rate that expires today!
May 15-17, 2018
Sheraton Austin Hotel at the Capitol; Austin, Texas
Keynote: Gina McCarthy, Former Administrator, The United States Protection Agency
This year's agenda will focus on risk management, auditing and emerging trends and how insights from key metrics can impact overall business strategy. Get advice from Gina McCarthy and participate in thoughtful discussions about what you should be doing to build a stronger compliance program.
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2018 Sustainability Management Conference
Register today to receive $200 off registration.
July 30 - August 1, 2018
Omni Providence Hotel; Providence, Rhode Island
Register for this year’s Sustainability conference to learn the latest sustainability trends, approaches, tools, and partnerships in water, greenhouse gas, waste, circular economy and chemical management.
You’ll hear best practices on the social side of sustainability such as employee engagement and diversity and inclusion. Plus, learn how companies are operationalizing SDGs and how you can too.
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2018 EHS & Sustainability Management Forum
Register by 5/31 to receive up to $400 off registration.
October 23-26, 2018
Louisville Marriott Downtown; Louisville, Kentucky
The EHS & Sustainability Management Forum is the largest annual gathering of EHS and sustainability managers, directors and vice presidents. With two days of peer-led interactive sessions and keynote presentations, this is the premier event dedicated to showcasing best practices in EHS and sustainability management.
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Using Risk Ranking to Drive EHS Insights
TODAY!
Thursday, April 26, 2018
1:00 -2:00 p.m. (ET)
FREE for NAEM Members
Learn how incorporating risk management techniques into incident management processes can improve safety rates and overall operations. Join us for this micro-learning webinar to get quick insight on effective risk management.
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How to Optimize Your Software Implementation
Thursday, May 10, 2018
1:00 -2:00 p.m. (ET)
FREE
Join NAEM for a discussion of the key takeaways from the latest publication on how to optimize the software implementation process.
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2018 EHS & Sustainability Software Implementation Report
Published March 2018
Free Report!
If you're looking to implement a new software system this is the report you won't want to miss with tips and recommendations for a successful launch. This report was written by NAEM without any influence of any 3rd party vendors. However, thanks to the sponsorship support of our software vendors we are able to offer it to you for free.
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Industrial Hygienist
Lam Research Corp.; Fremont, California
Lam Research is an American corporation that engages in the design, manufacture, marketing, and service of semiconductor processing equipment used in the fabrication of integrated circuits. They are looking for an industrial hygienist. The ideal candidate will develop a Lam IH Exposure Assessment and Monitoring Plan to include all occupational health risk factors as well as Management of Change related to new processes and chemistries. S/he will assess work place for occupational health hazards by observing work conditions, assessing records, conducting interviews, perform sampling and monitoring of chemical or physical agents and assist in procedures that establish work practices to ensure effective control measures for occupational health hazards. S/he will also prepare accurate and complete technical reports of survey findings, and provides recommendations on how to correct hazardous conditions and oversee the development, planning, and implementation of industrial hygiene and health policies, procedures, business processes and prevention initiatives. A Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering preferred along with 8 years of IH/EHS engineering or related experience with at least 5 years of semiconductor experience. Knowledge of health and safety regulations and requirements a plus. In-depth knowledge of chemistry and EH&S issues associated with semiconductor industry is a plus. Masters or related work experience is desirable. CIH certification desired.
Corporate Safety, Health & Environmental (EHS) Audit Manager
Cabot Corp.; Boston, Massachusetts
Cabot Corporation is an American specialty chemicals and performance materials company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The company operates in over 20 countries with 36 manufacturing plants, eight research and development facilities and 28 sales offices. They are looking for an EHS Manager. The ideal candidate will manage Cabot's SH&E audit programs and activities to determine effectiveness of facility SH&E programs and compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards. S/he will develop, implement and oversee corporate SH&E audit and assessment programs and Lead and guide scheduled and ad hoc audits conducted at Cabot sites globally covering various SH&E topics (environmental, hazardous materials, process safety, employee safety and health, etc.), including security, and property protection. Knowledge of safety, health and environmental compliance requirements, hazardous materials management techniques and governmental requirements, audit and assessment techniques. Familiarity with the Responsible Care® Management System is helpful. Experience and capability to develop SH&E audit programs, and participate / lead SH&E audits at manufacturing sites a plus. MS or BS in science discipline. BEAC certification preferred.7+ years of related experience.
Director of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)
Johnsonville LLC; Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin
Johnsonville the nation’s No. 1 producer of brats, Italian sausage, smoked-cooked links and fresh breakfast sausage links, is a leader in the food manufacturing industry. They are looking for an EHS Director. The Director of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) will strategically plan, direct, and lead the implementation of safety and environmental protection programs and policies for Johnsonville, LLC. In balance with overall business objectives and consistent with the product quality process, the successful candidate will also be responsible for advising and working with Johnsonville Safety Leaders and Plant Coordinators on a daily basis regarding safety management, regulatory compliance and safety and environmental related operational issues. Responsibilities include providing strategic leadership by creating and implementing long-term safety and environmental initiatives to continuously improve company safety performance and compliance and nurturing Johnsonville’s safety culture such that each member “owns” their own safety and the safety of fellow members. A BS or BA in Engineering, Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Science or related technical discipline is required. Master’s Degree a plus. Professional certification in safety (CSP) preferred. A minimum of 8 years’ experience leading safety, compliance, and environmental programs in a food processing and/or light manufacturing company is required.
Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager
The American Chemistry Council (ACC); Washington, D.C.
The American Chemistry Council, a trade association representing the world’s leading chemical and plastics manufacturers, currently has an opportunity for a Manager, Environment, Health & Safety in its Plastics Division. ACC represents its members on public policy issues; coordinates the industry’s research and testing programs; and administers Responsible Care®, the industry’s environment, health, safety and security performance improvement initiative. The position is responsible for developing and implementing strategies that advance positive science-based positions on environment, health and safety issues for all polyurethane markets. The position is also responsible for managing environment, health and safety outreach programs, developing and updating literature and coordinating research projects as well as carrying out these projects in cooperation with the Center for Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) members, American Chemistry Council (ACC) staff and member groups, key downstream customer organizations and their members, regulatory and legislative bodies, and the polyurethane customer community to help bring awareness to users of MDI, TDI and polyols used in manufacturing polyurethane. The position reports directly to the Senior Director, CPI. Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field, three to five years professional experience, preferably in an industrial product safety, regulatory, trade association or government relations environment and at least two years’ experience working in a trade association, regulatory agency or health, safety and environmental consulting/business experience. Working knowledge of environment, health and safety regulations and statutes as well as experience with the regulatory processes and guidance development, developing and writing regulatory comments, position papers and/or other written responses to government initiated public policy positions are a must.
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