Companies that make employees’ safety and health a priority often invest in formal safety programs that are directed by a safety manager or, in the case of many large companies, a team of safety...

Do your supervisors play a key role in the foundation and success of your company’s safety program? Too often, companies rely strictly on their safety staff to ensure safety protocol is maintained....

It may seem like the word "mindful” and its derivatives have been skyrocketing in popularity in the last few years. However, the words "mindful or mindfulness" can be traced back to the fifth century...

“It’s not polite to stare!” is something we were probably told by our parents when we were younger. While this applies in many social situations, realistically if we follow this instruction in...

The term "quiet quitting" has gone viral. In the third quarter of 2022, its global online search frequency increased by more than 9,000%! In this episode, we describe what it means, discuss its...

"Let's turn inflation over to the post office. That will slow it down." –Mo Udall (1922-1998), former U.S. Representative from Arizona

Do you want to know the secret to being a successful leader in today's workplace? If you answered "yes," then keep reading. In today's blog, we will explore what the most in-demand soft skills are...

The intricacies and nuances of the Longshore Act can be complex and challenging to understand. From time to time, Longshore Insider pops the hood and takes a closer look at some of the most pertinent...

One of the most important things a supervisor can do to show employees respect, is to actively listen to them in conversation.  In this episode, we take on the topic of active listening and...

Supervisors are more focused than ever on creating a positive employee experience. High levels of employee satisfaction can lead to increased productivity and retention. On the other hand, employees...

Supervisors are ideally positioned within the organization. Since they interface between management, the workforce, and valued clients, they are at the epicenter of important activities. That...

Many employees experience the strain that comes with trying to achieve a balance between their personal and professional lives. Supervisors who learn how to empower their employees with quality...

Across a number of industries, serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs) have been trending upwards since the onset of the pandemic.  In this episode, we provide listeners with five suggestions to...

Two concepts common to work operations which are typically used for different purposes and reasons are safety and common sense. While seemingly unrelated, these concepts sometimes come crashing...

First, let's define SIF. A Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) is an event that is either an injury or near-miss that can result in or has the potential to result in a fatal or life-altering illness or...

Employers ensure their liability for the illness, injury, or death of employees that occur in the course and scope of employment and arise out of the employment. Land-based maritime workers are...

Not all supervisors lead investigations.  For those who do, gathering facts and developing a list of recommendations that prevent reoccurrence is essential.  To that end, we’ve highlighted several...

Supervising remote work isn't always easy. It can be a challenging transition for supervisors and employees accustomed to onsite, face-to-face teamwork. In addition, group meetings, one-on-ones, and...

Leadership in the workplace is not just about how you lead the organization. A critical error of many supervisors is thinking that it's all about themselves and how they lead. Now, more than ever,...

Project management applies knowledge, skills, and techniques to ensure the overall success of a project. While there are different approaches to managing projects, successful project managers follow...