Most of us recognize that clear communication is necessary for a supervisor to be successful. We often think of communication as a dialogue between two people, but there is more to it than that. What...

When do construction workers meet “status” for coverage under section 902(3) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (the Longshore Act) (33 U.S.C. Section 901 et seq.)?

On average, organizational change efforts achieve desired objectives less than 30% of the time. When frontline resources aren’t engaged or involved, the rate of success drops to less than 10%. In...

Not everyone is meant to be a supervisor, nor are all supervisors qualified for the job. However, many people find themselves in that position solely because they have worked in a field/industry for...

Successful safety managers require regulatory knowledge, support from all levels of the company, and numerous hard and soft skills. A safety manager must get buy-in for ideas and earn respect from...

Workers on foot, or “pedestrians,” are a common in maritime facilities. Be it a welder walking to the deck plates, a longshoreman on the pier apron hooking up cargo, or someone working at a marine...

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 highlight...

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 more...

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...