Audit checklists are indispensable tools for ensuring compliance and identifying risks across various industries, but designing them in Excel often introduces inefficiencies and errors. This blog post explores 11 common mistakes made when building audit checklists in Excel and offers actionable solutions, including how Certainty Software’s tools streamline the process and eliminate these pitfalls. […]
Safety Management
OSHA Finalizes Its Ruling on Revised Construction PPE Standard
Set to take effect on January 13, 2025, the new standard aligns with the PPE requirements already in place for the general industry under Subpart E of OSHA’s safety standards. […]
[Podcast] Compliance Talks Episode 2: Why Workplace Injuries Go Unreported and How to Change It
In this debut episode of Compliance Talks, we dig into the true cost of non-compliance—financial penalties, operational disruptions, and reputational damage—and explore how Certainty Software’s automation is changing the way enterprises tackle these challenges. […]
[Podcast] Compliance Talks Episode 1: The Cost of Enterprise Non-Compliance (How Automation Prevents These Steep Costs)
In this debut episode of Compliance Talks, we dig into the true cost of non-compliance—financial penalties, operational disruptions, and reputational damage—and explore how Certainty Software’s automation is changing the way enterprises tackle these challenges. […]
How to Perform a Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
A Job Safety Analysis (JSA) is a critical process for identifying and controlling workplace hazards. This guide walks you through each step of the JSA process, providing practical insights and tools to enhance your organization’s safety program. […]
An Essential Guide to HIRA
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) is a critical process for identifying potential hazards and managing workplace risks. This guide walks you through the four essential steps of HIRA and offers practical examples to help create a safer work environment. […]
The Comprehensive Guide to Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR)
Explore the effectiveness of conducting Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), the components of performing a PSSR, and what the process looks like in common industries. […]
Understanding Industrial Hygiene and How It Fits Within Worker Health and Safety
Uncover what industrial hygiene is and what impact it has on overall business health and safety management. […]
Tailoring Safety Training for Multilingual and Multicultural Workforces
As work environments become increasingly global, the diversity of the workforce grows, bringing a rich mix of languages, cultures, and experiences. According to a study by McKinsey, companies in the top quartile for racial and ethnic diversity are 35% more likely to outperform their competitors. However, this diversity also presents unique challenges in safety management. […]
Understanding FSMA 204 Compliance and Its Impact on Food Safety
Ensuring food safety is critical in today’s complex food supply chain. FSMA 204, a key regulation under the FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act, enhances traceability to quickly identify contamination sources. This post explores the importance of FSMA 204, its benefits for consumers and businesses, and the severe risks of non-compliance. Learn how to safeguard public health and streamline your compliance efforts with effective traceability systems. […]
Audit vs. Inspection: Learn Their Key Differences
Explore the crucial differences between audits and inspections in our latest post. Understand how each plays a distinct role in enhancing management system integrity, from strategic audits that align with broad objectives to detailed inspections focused on immediate compliance and safety. […]
10 Workplace Electrical Safety Tips Every Safety Manager Should Know
Safety managers play a pivotal role in mitigating electrical risks in the workplace. This article explores 10 critical electrical safety tips that every safety manager should implement to ensure a safe working environment, prevent accidents, and foster a culture of safety that goes beyond compliance. From understanding the risks in various work settings to adopting comprehensive safety standards, these tips are indispensable for safeguarding employees against electrical hazards. […]
How to Make an Audit and Inspection Checklist in Microsoft Excel
Businesses that perform regular internal audits and inspections often rely on checklists to cover their processes. Using Excel for checklists can streamline the data collection process, resulting in easy-to-follow lists that save time and maintain accuracy. This step-by-step guide will help you create audit checklists in Excel from scratch. […]
EU Passes Nature Restoration Law: A Milestone for Biodiversity and Climate Action
The European Union has made history by passing a landmark law to restore and protect nature across its land and sea areas. The Nature Restoration Law, which was approved by the European Parliament on February 27, 2024, is the first continent-wide, comprehensive law of its kind. It is a key element of the EU Biodiversity Strategy, which aims to halt and reverse the loss of biodiversity and ecosystem services by 2030. […]
What to Include in Incident Reporting
An incident report is a document that records any workplace incident, whether that be an event, situation, or condition that causes or could cause injury, damage, or disruption to an organization’s operations. Incident reports are essential for ensuring a safe working environment, managing risks, and complying with legal and regulatory requirements. […]
