Wordsmyth.net defines awakening as a “coming to keen awareness”.
The below articles are “awakenings” Dave Weber (our founder) has realized during his 43 year safety career.
“A Rising Tide Lifts All Ships” – It is preferrable to invest a safety career with a company that is growing and profitable. Such a company has money for raises, equipment and machinery upgrades, training, adequate safety staff, and quality employees. I have worked for companies that were not doing well financially. Often the […]
“Choose Your Friends Carefully” – A new safety manager needs to quickly build a strong support base. Making friends with certain key people at your new company will go a long way towards making you successful. Years ago a grizzled old safety professional gave me the best piece of advice I’ve ever received. […]
“Deadly Distractions” – A few weeks ago I was shocked by what I saw near my home! On the side of the busy road, a woman with a sign was waving at drivers as they drove by. She was attempting to get their attention so they’d read her sign and visit her employers’ […]