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ISO 45001 Certification for Manufacturers: Why 70% Fail (And How to Succeed)

ISO 45001 for Manufacturers: Why OSHA Compliance is Your Essential First Step to Occupational Health and Safety Certification The critical OSHA compliance foundation that most ISO consultants ignore – and why it's essential for certification success Every year, thousands of manufacturing companies pursue ISO 45001 certification. Most of them approach it the wrong way. They hire expensive ISO consultants who promise quick certification. They focus on creating impressive documentation packages. They implement management systems that look good on paper but [...]

By Russell Carr|2025-07-24T17:15:36-05:00July 24th, 2025|Hazardous Waste Management, OSHA Health & Safety, OSHA Texas Laws & Regulations, Safety Training, Texas OSHA Compliance|Comments Off

Why Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Compliance is The First Step for ESG

ESG for Manufacturers: Why EHS Compliance is Your Essential First Step to Environmental, Social, and Governance Success If you're a small to medium-sized manufacturer, you've probably started hearing more about "ESG" and "sustainability requirements" from customers, investors, or industry peers. Maybe a major client has started asking about your environmental practices, or you've noticed competitors highlighting their sustainability credentials and ESG reporting. Perhaps you're exploring new markets where ESG performance seems to be a prerequisite for doing business, or you're [...]

By Russell Carr|2025-07-24T17:10:41-05:00July 24th, 2025|Good To Know, Government Regulation, Hazardous Waste Management, OSHA Health & Safety, OSHA Texas Laws & Regulations, Safety Training, Texas Environmental Regulations, Texas Hazardous Materials Regulations, Texas OSHA Compliance|Comments Off

10 Reasons Why OSHA compliance is so difficult for small manufacturers (and how to overcome them)

Navigating Complex OSHA Regulations: A Constant Challenge for Small Manufacturers Introduction Small manufacturers face a perfect storm when it comes to OSHA compliance. Unlike their larger counterparts with dedicated safety departments and substantial budgets, smaller operations must navigate complex regulatory requirements with limited resources and expertise. The challenge extends beyond simply understanding regulations—it involves implementing comprehensive safety programs while maintaining operational efficiency and profitability. In our experience working with hundreds of small manufacturers since 2003, we've witnessed firsthand how these [...]

By Russell Carr|2025-07-24T09:34:13-05:00July 22nd, 2025|Good To Know|Comments Off

Heat Stress Guidance & Compliance Reminder

While Texas has given us a break with relatively mild temperatures this summer, the forecast shows we're about to enter the real heat of the season. With several months of intense weather ahead, now is the perfect time to refresh your heat stress prevention strategies. As your EHS partner, we want to ensure your team stays safe and productive during these challenging conditions. Heat-related illnesses are 100% preventable when proper precautions are in place – and that's exactly what we're [...]

By Russell Carr|2025-07-21T17:47:15-05:00July 21st, 2025|Good To Know|Comments Off

How Manufacturers Can Attract and Retain Employees

Manufacturers attract and retain top talent with robust safety program Understanding the Manufacturing Labor Shortage Crisis The manufacturing industry is grappling with a severe labor shortage that has worsened over recent years. This issue isn't just about vacant positions; it affects the overall productivity and morale of your current workforce. Existing employees often face increased workloads, leading to burnout and higher turnover rates. For manufacturing leaders, this creates a cycle that's hard to break: fewer workers mean more stress on [...]

By Russell Carr|2025-05-08T16:45:28-05:00April 3rd, 2025|OSHA Health & Safety, OSHA Texas Laws & Regulations, Safety Training, Texas OSHA Compliance|Comments Off

Will The Trump Administration Disband OSHA?

Hello and welcome. Alright, I've been looking forward to creating this video. As the owner of a safety consulting company, I've been very interested and even concerned to try to monitor and find out what's going to happen with workplace health and safety regulations, OSHA in particular, given the new administration's promises to reduce government and rollback regulation. Now that we're about 30 days into the new administration, today is February 6th and we've got 30 days of [...]

By Russell Carr|2025-02-11T15:32:00-05:00February 11th, 2025|Good To Know|Comments Off