EHS Webinars

Thursday September 09, 2010
When Disaster Strikes - Will You Be Prepared?

Using best practices from both EHS and HR management, you will learn how to:

• Develop a disaster and emergency preparedness program including sample policies
• Communicate effectively with employees during and after an emergency to minimize stress and anxiety
• Stress the importance of good relationships and how to communicate with local and state government including the fire department and emergency management services
• Ensure your plan is updated and ready to go at a moment’s notice

You never know when disaster will strike, so learn how to plan, prepare, and deal with natural and manmade emergencies.

Peter Zaidel manages KPA’s EH&S compliance offerings. He monitors OSHA changes and heads up KPA’s learning management and content development. Peter holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Resource Management and Environmental Engineering from Penn State University.

Kathryn Carlson is the Product Director for HotlinkHR. Kathryn has over 25 years of human resources management experience and is a certified HR professional. For the past 8 years Kathryn has focused on developing HR software and programs to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and ensure compliance for companies ranging from small businesses to international corporations.

Thursday September 16, 2010
BP has a Dismal Safety Record, Do You?

OSHA statistics show BP ran up 760 “egregious, willful” safety violations, while Exxon had one comparable citation. How does this compare to automobile dealers? KPA delivers annually over 9,000 inspections visits to over 2,800 dealerships. Of all these clients, Group 1 Automotive and Penske Automotive Group are taking the lead in compliance management,, these groups have effectively managed their compliance scores to an unbelievable 97% to 98%, have held this level of compliance consistently, and essentially implemented virtually spot free facilities in less than one year.

• The risks, costs and savings associated with having a safety plan (or not)
• How a safety plan impacts your loss control
• What are the elements of an effective safety program

Eric is the Vice President of Product and Business Development at KPA. Prior to joining KPA, Eric worked as a field chemist and project manager for a hazardous waste disposal contractor across the US. Eric earned his B.S. in Environmental Toxicology from the University of California at Davis in California.