Objective: To assure understanding of and adherence to safe practices for email use. Email has become one of the most commonly used methods of communication in the workplace, and many organizations’ policies include standards and requirements for email correspondence. If used incorrectly, email can harm your computer or your organization.Work email is for work: The email account provided by your employer is for use in communicating with colleagues, vendors, clients, suppliers, or other parties about
What is a poison? A poison is defined as any product or substance that can harm someone if it is used in the wrong way, by the wrong person or in the wrong amount. Nearly 82 people in the United States are killed each day related to accidental poisoning. Another 1,900 are treated in emergency departments. Examples of possible poisons include:Some household productsChemicals in the workplace or environmentDrugs; prescription and over-the-counterHerbal, illegal or animal medicinesSnake bitesInsect
Objective: To promote safe stair use behaviors to minimize fall risks Many falls occur on stairs. Employers are responsible to follow construction requirements to make stairs and handrails as safe as possible. However, employees also have a responsibility to use safe behaviors to minimize the risk of a fall.Safe BehaviorsAlways use the handrails when ascending and descending stairs.Do not rush on the stairs.Be cautious and focused, not distracted. (For example, do not use your cell phone while on
Objective: To assure that your organization is prepared for an active shooter incident and is taking proactive steps to minimize the chances or effectiveness of a shooter on the premises No workplace is immune to the risks of an active shooter incident. However, there are steps that you can take to assure that your organization is prepared for the worst.Emergency Action Plan Preparing an emergency action plan helps all employees to understand the proper procedures for dealing with an active shooter
HammerLoop update! Hello fellow MBA members! HammerLoop was recently just displayed to the roughly 500 members of the Northern California chapter of ABC (Associated Builders and Contractors), through a large press email! This is something we are proud of. In the next 2 weeks, we will be at the San Rafael chamber of commerce's 'Level Up' event, we will be guiding construction workers through profile sign-ups through the Canal Alliance, and we have multiple events through ABC geared toward onboarding
The links were filled with Marin Builders Association golfers at the 2025 Marin Builders Annual Golf Classic - Luau on the Links! This perennially sold out event, held on August 25th at the beautiful StoneTree Golf Club in Novato, hosted over 150 guests including players, volunteers, and sponsors. Warm Northern California weather encouraged everyone to enjoy a day of golf, sportsmanship, new connections, and delicious food & refreshments. A portion of the event proceeds benefit the Marin Builders