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Safety and SecurityWinter Safety Stats and Resources to Keep Your Team Safe From Winter ThreatsWhether your employees are working remotely or in the office, winter brings safety risks and operational challenges for which your organization should be prepared.
Emergency Management6 Winter Storm Preparations Every Business Should MakeSafeguarding your people and business from winter threats starts with understanding the risks and having a plan.
Safety and SecurityHow to Keep Your Remote Employees Safe and Connected This WinterKeep your remote employees safe, productive, and engaged this winter with these safety best practices.
Safety and Security5 Tips for Improved Productivity This WinterProductivity doesn’t have to suffer when bad weather hits. Here are 5 tips to improve employee productivity this winter.
Safety and SecurityThe Many Hazards of Winter Weather to BusinessesThere are many winter hazards that can trip up your business. You need to be prepared for more than the occasional snow flurry. Read this article to learn the four hazards that every business—no matter where they are located—needs to plan for this winter.
Emergency ManagementThe Role of Communication in Crisis ManagementRead this article to learn how to create a crisis management plan and explore the role communication plays in keeping people safe and businesses running before, during, and after a crisis.
CommunicationsUnderstanding the Impact of California AB 685 on Emergency CommunicationAssembly Bill 685 will take effect beginning January 1, 2021, and impacts the vast majority of the nearly one million businesses currently operating in the state of California.
Emergency ManagementThinking Beyond the Simple Text BlasterWhen you need to communicate critical information to employees, a one-way text messaging tool doesn't compare to emergency communication software.
Emergency ManagementUsing a Wildfire Map to Protect Your BusinessWhen used correctly, a wildfire map can be a valuable resource for your business. This article discusses the three types of wildfire maps—and when to use each one.- CommunicationsMinimizing Employee Uncertainty and Anxiety (“Coffee With An Expert” RECAP)AlertMedia recently hosted our first-ever “Coffee With An Expert” —a live Q&A session on minimizing COVID-19 induced anxiety in the workplace.
Safety and SecurityHow to Scale Back Reopening When Cases SurgeBusinesses must be ready to react when cases surge in their area. This article will discuss how to scale back reopening when it becomes time.
Safety and SecurityHow Local Threat Monitoring Can Protect Your People During a HurricaneModern threat monitoring capabilities can show you the storm as it's approaching and help you identify and communicate with at-risk employees.
CommunicationsHR’s Role in Safety: How HR Wins With Effective Emergency CommunicationAs organizations around the world adapt to a new way of working and an evolving business landscape, HR's role in safety has never been more important.
Safety and SecurityHow and When to Restart Business TravelIn this article, we will unpack the key questions your organization needs to be asking when planning necessary or future business travel.
Safety and SecurityWhat to Do When an Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19Your organization will likely have a confirmed case of COVID-19 at some point. Do you know what to do if an employee tests positive for COVID-19?
CommunicationsHow to Reopen Your Business Safely [+4 Questions to Ask Before You Do]The decision of whether to reopen is weighing heavily on the minds of many businesses today. Reopen your business with confidence by asking these four questions.
Safety and SecurityKeeping Your Employees Healthy and Productive in a Remote Working EnvironmentIn this post, we discuss the challenges that employees face in a remote working environment, the solutions your company should implement, and the tools you need to make those solutions possible.
CommunicationsDuty of Care at Work: Your Company’s Responsibility to Keep Employees SafeAlthough it may seem that duty of care at work is a meaningless fad, the reality is that it has tangible implications for every company, of any size.
CustomersIt’s Safety First for Marquette and Its Property ManagersThis customer spotlight describes how property management company, Marquette, uses AlertMedia's lone worker safety solution to ensure the well-being of their employees.
Safety and SecurityProtecting Your Lone Workers During a PandemicFor most lone workers, working remotely is not an option. Learn how you can keep your lone workers and those they work with safe during a pandemic.
Safety and SecurityTravel Risk Management: What Your Company Needs to KnowBusiness travel can provide many unique benefits, but it also brings huge risks. That’s where travel risk management comes in. Read this article to learn how you can keep your business travelers safe and connected at all times.
Safety and SecurityPrioritizing Caseworker Safety: Interview With an ExpertThis interview with a Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) program development expert gives in-depth advice on how the State of Texas is prioritizing caseworker safety.
CommunicationsCoronavirus Business Preparation: 5 Do’s and Don’tsIn the sea of information regarding Coronavirus, though, it can be hard to identify what your organization can do to prepare for the spread of the disease. In this post, we will discuss the practical steps you can take today to prepare your business for the Coronavirus.
Safety and SecurityLone Worker Risks: How to Protect Your PeopleFrom violent attacks and health risks to work-related injuries, there are numerous threats to employee safety. And those risks are only amplified when employees are working by themselves. As a result, lone worker safety is a top concern for organizations.
Safety and SecurityWhy A Panic Button App Isn’t EnoughLone workers such as social workers, real estate agents, home healthcare providers, service techs, and parole officers are vulnerable to various dangers on the job. Isolation, unknown clients, and entering dangerous environments are a few of the risks they face. Organizations have a moral and legal responsibility to keep those workers safe and informed. While…
Safety and SecurityHow to Prevent the Top 10 OSHA ViolationsOSHA regularly publishes a list of its most frequently cited violations. In this post, we'll provide tips and best practices to help you keep workers safe and avoid OSHA violations.
Emergency ManagementThe Three Types of Travel Safety MapNot all maps are created equal. In this post, we'll walk you through the three different types of travel safety maps—and when to use each one.
Safety and SecurityWhat to Look for in a Business Travel Safety AppEvery time your employees travel, they face a list of risks. Learn how a travel safety app can help your organization keep your business travelers safe.
Safety and SecurityAre You Doing Enough to Keep Your Lone Workers Safe?If you have lone workers on staff, it’s your obligation to keep them as safe as every other employee. Are you doing enough?
Safety and SecurityHow to Manage Business Travel Risks in the WinterTraveling for business in the winter can make a bad season for productivity even worse. In this post, we'll discuss how to mitigate the risks of winter travel and how to keep employees safe, engaged, and productive throughout.
Safety and SecurityKeep Traveling Employees Safe with Emergency Weather AlertsDue to the unpredictability of mother nature, you must be prepared to react quickly when bad weather strikes. By equipping traveling employees with emergency weather alerts, you can ensure that they have the most up to date information available.
Safety and Security5 Safety Tips for Working in Cold WeatherWorking in cold weather can be very dangerous, even if your employees are not exposed continually. Here are 5 safety tips for anyone working in cold weather.
Safety and SecurityTechnological Alternatives to Close ProtectionClose protection is a luxury best reserved for very specific situations. For most organizations, there are new technologies that can help keep your people safe at all times.- Emergency ManagementFour Steps To Prepare Your Business For WinterThe economic impact of a simple snowstorm can be upwards of $1 billion. Use this guide to winter storm preparation to minimize the impact on your business.
Emergency Management4 Tips to Ensure Corporate Travel SecurityTraveling for business introduces a host of unique problems. Following these four corporate travel security tips will get you headed in the right direction.
Emergency ManagementRun Hide Fight: Pros and ConsIn this blog post, we evaluate the most common method taught in the United States to mitigate active shooters: “Run, Hide, Fight.” Although this method is widely taught, the way it is taught has become highly controversial.
Emergency ManagementWhat to Put in Your Active Shooter Response PlanMost companies never want to think about the potential for an active shooter event at their workplace. But with no active shooter response plan, companies fail to provide their employees with the proper protection and safety.
Safety and SecurityA University’s Duty of Care: What You Need to KnowDuty of care is one of the fastest-developing areas of law. Recently, courts have taken up the question: what is a university’s duty of care to students?
Safety and SecurityActive Shooter Preparedness: 5 Steps Every Business Can TakeActive shooter preparedness should be a priority for every company concerned about employee safety. Here are 5 important steps every business can take.
Safety and SecurityWhat You Need to Know about Active Shooter Drills at WorkFinding the right type of exercise for your business is crucial for protecting your employees. Learn about the various types of active shooter drills.
Safety and SecurityHow Lone Worker Safety Monitoring Can Transform Your OrganizationLone worker safety monitoring ensures that even when your lone workers are unaccompanied, they are never truly alone.
Emergency ManagementHow to Conduct a Fire Drill at WorkThis guide will help you and your business react to fires better by outlining a process for how to conduct a fire drill at work.
Emergency ManagementWhat Employees Should Do in a Workplace FireA workplace fire can become a nightmare scenario for any organization. This blog will provide you with tips on how employees should react during a fire or emergency.
Safety and Security5 Gaps in Your Lone Worker Safety Program [Webinar Recap]In this webinar, we address some of the common gaps that are found in lone worker programs and important things to consider while selecting a lone worker safety system.
Emergency ManagementHow to Mitigate Workplace ViolenceThere are many types of workplace violence, from verbal abuse to homicide. How can you mitigate these risks to make your workplace safe?
Emergency ManagementWhere There’s Smoke: Fire Risks in the WorkplaceWhile workplace fires are sometimes out of an organization’s control, understanding risk will help dramatically reduce the likelihood a fire will occur.
Safety and SecurityWhen Lone Workers Should Flee DangerSome professions are filled with unsung heroes, women and men who are on the front lines and in the trenches day in and day out. These roles often demand that workers venture out on their own into dangerous neighborhoods and environments. Employers are essentially asking their people to confront the possibility of harm with bravery…
Safety and SecurityHow a Lone Worker Safety Program Can Benefit Your OrganizationBuilding out a comprehensive lone safety program and properly training your workers is a proactive measure every organization should take.
Safety and SecurityHow Smartphones Can Save LivesSmartphones can do much more than send and receive calls in an emergency. Now your employees' phones can provide instant access to help when emergencies occur.
Safety and SecurityAll You Need to Know About Lone Worker Safety DevicesThis guide provides a comprehensive overview of the various lone worker safety devices available for employers looking to protect their lone workers.
Safety and SecurityAddressing the Dangers Faced by Caregivers in the FieldHomecare workers are essential to so many people, but unfortunately, they face some significant vulnerabilities while out in the field. Find out more here.
Safety and SecurityHow to Create an Inclement Weather Policy for Your BusinessLearn the importance of an inclement weather policy to your business and understand what you should think about as you're creating yours.
Safety and SecurityHow to Protect Your Lone Workers In 5 StepsConsider these 5 tips to make sure your employees are safe when they’re not in the office, to help them feel protected, and to improve their focus on the job at hand.
Safety and SecurityDuty of Care: The Three Types of EmployersThe most successful companies are those that go above and beyond when it comes to their employees’ health by fulfilling their employer's duty of care.
Safety and SecurityDuty of Care Case Law And Your BusinessIn this post, we will summarize the key concepts you need to understand to protect your company from liability.
Communications8 Driving Safety Tips for EmployeesKeeping your drivers and those around them safe is a responsibility every employer should take seriously. Read this article to learn the top 8 driving safety tips for employees.
Safety and SecurityHow to Improve Lone Worker SafetyThe safety of your lone workers should be a top priority. In this post, we'll discuss proactive strategies organizations should employ to keep their people safe in the field.
Safety and SecurityCreating a Duty of Care PolicyEvery organization has some level of responsibility for their employees’ well-being when they’re on the job. However, it’s not enough to just hope that your employees are safe.
Emergency Management3 Post-Hurricane Safety Precautions for Facility ManagersFacilities managers are usually the first to return after a hurricane. This article details 3 post-hurricane safety precautions they should keep in mind.
Safety and SecurityThe Massive Effort to Keep People Safe During InaugurationWith so many in attendance for the inauguration, officials want to be prepared. An emergency alert system will play a key role in keeping people safe.
Safety and Security5 Reasons It’s Time to Let Employees Work RemotelyThinking of extending remote working for more employees in 2017? Here are 5 reasons why it would be worth the risk.
Safety and SecurityIs It Safe for Employees to Travel Abroad? How Companies Can Use Incident Communications Software to Protect ThemselvesThe more mobile we become, the greater the need to leverage technology to keep us connected. While you hope to never need it, incident communications software can be a valuable tool for companies and a lifeline for employees.
Safety and SecurityYour Emergency Notification Software: Building Resilience through MonitoringMaintaining a resilient business with regular operations before, during, and after an unexpected event requires emergency notification software.
Safety and SecurityMore Protection in the Workplace: A Brief Guide to Employee SafetyEmployee safety is crucial to employee satisfaction and minimizing liability. Through preventative measures, you can keep your workers safe. Consider the questions in this article when investing in protection for your employees.
Safety and SecurityLet Us Keep the Lookout: 5 Sources You Should Track Through Monitoring CenterAlertMedia's Monitoring Center makes it easy to manage your emergency response by helping you stay current on important and breaking events that affect your business.
CommunicationsHow to Use Mass Communications to Effectively Reach Your Audience GloballyYour communications platform is the hub for every important piece of information monitored, exchanged, and managed.
Company NewsNew at AlertMedia: Monitoring Services and Mapping EnhancementsANNOUNCING: Updated monitoring services. We have improved our ability to deliver a customized, comprehensive approach to monitoring and employee safety tracking.- Safety and SecurityFive Winter Fire Causes and How to Prevent ThemIn addition to implementing an emergency alert communication system, here are a few things you can do to stay safe while keeping warm during the winter.