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This article is sponsored by EcoAct. With hurricanes in Southern California and Canadian wildfire smoke creating eerie orange skies over New York City and the American south, last summer saw such an alarming number of global warming consequences that the Secretary-General of the United Nations declared a new state of “global boiling.” Recently and notably,…

While some might enjoy walking in a winter wonderland, if facilities managers aren’t careful, their employees’ journey could include slip, trip, and fall injuries, which can be costly for employers and employees. However, there are ways to be prepared for what Mother Nature has in store. What Are Slips, Trips, and Falls? The Occupational Safety…

The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction’s Center for Safer Schools has awarded $35 million in safety grants to 230 school districts and charter schools. The funding will be used for safety equipment, training, and services for students in crisis. Safety equipment covered by this grant includes items such as cameras, vape detectors, radios, and…

Follow these tips to create strong infection control practices. Infection control is a cornerstone of a well-run healthcare facility, as the occupants must be kept safe from the various pathogens within. Here are five vital components to a robust infection control program. 1: Hand Washing and Hygiene  A person’s hand touches many different surfaces and…

What can facility managers do to minimize damage caused by a common failure in the system, utility single-phasing? We’ve all experienced power outages. They can be stressful, frightening, and costly. Common causes of power loss are environmental conditions such as severe wind, lightning strikes and storms, wildlife, trees, and vehicular accidents. Conductor failure, insulation failure,…

As we kick off 2024, this is a critical time for the construction industry, with new challenges and also opportunities for companies to be nimble. Understanding what lies ahead can help organizations prepare and ensure their processes are in line with the rest of the industry, and position them for success. These are just some…