OSHA Recordkeeping Updates
- On January 7, 2019
Written by: Darcy Cook of Safety Trainers What are the changes is OSHA’s recordkeeping requirements for the manufacturing industry? OSHA has adopted a new electronic data submission rule that took effect January 1, 2017. The new rule requires certain categories of employers (see applicability thresholds below) to electronically submit injury and illness data that they […]
Read MoreChallenges and Solutions for Workforce Development
- On January 3, 2019
By: Ted Bauer Turning new hires or training current workforce into effective employees requires structure, standardization, and planning. That means developing and implementing an effective training plan that includes ongoing skills development for the entire workforce. Your company’s success depends on it.
Read More5 Ways to Solve Your Workforce Shortage
- On December 17, 2018
It seems that everyone is struggling with a workforce shortage these days. This is primarily a result of low unemployment, retiring baby boomers, and lack of interest or negative understanding about manufacturing careers. There are ways to solve this challenge for your company. Some are strategies that you can tackle now and will be able […]
Read MoreLean in the Fast Lane
- On December 7, 2018
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Read MoreSafety and Compliance is liking eating a bowl of alphabet soup!
- On November 7, 2018
Written by: Darcy Cook, Safety Trainers OSHA, DOT, NFPA, ISO, FDA, NIOSH, ANSI, and EPA just to name a few. Who regulates you? Who has the authority? Where do you begin? And, why do all the agencies have a different interpretation of the regulations? OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and you can […]
Read MoreMassMEP Promotes Kathie Mahoney to Center Director
- On November 5, 2018
For more information contact: John Killam, MassMEP, johnk@massmep.org Shari Worthington, PR Counsel, Telesian Technology, sharilee@telesian.com November 5, 2018 – Worcester, MA – MassMEP, the Massachusetts Manufacturing Extension Partnership, has announced the promotion of Kathie Mahoney to MassMEP Center Director. In this new position, Ms. Mahoney is responsible for leading and developing a team of professional […]
Read MoreKaren Carswell Joins MassMEP as Project Manager for Western Region of Massachusetts
- On October 19, 2018
Worcester, MA – MassMEP, the Massachusetts Manufacturing Extension Partnership, has announced that Karen Carswell has joined the organization as a Project Manager for the Western Region of Massachusetts. Ms. Carswell comes to MassMEP from Qnect where she served as a Marketing and Business Development Consultant; her work focused on lean methodologies and customer testimonials for […]
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