The Workplace Safety Investigators or WSI are on the scene again. This time they are investing a groundskeeping accident, taking the audience through the various hazards...

Working in a restaurant can be fast-paced and stressful, and aside from the hazards of people running around, a kitchen can pose many risks to the health and...

Have you ever seen someone doing something ridiculous while they drive, like shaving, putting on makeup, or reading a newspaper? These behaviors seem like obvious...

“Ergonomics: Elements of an Ergonomics Program” is our newest ergonomics online training course available in the Video On Demand format. In the same way you can instantly...

As a remote employee you lose the ability to “pop” your head into a meeting to ask a quick question or bring some immediate issue...

What is HIPAA? HIPAA is the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act which provides individuals with rights regarding confidentiality and security of person health information....

Move over CSI – the Workplace Safety Investigators or WSI are on the scene. In this new bloodborne pathogen training follow along with the investigation of...

There are 10 days left to register for the free webinar on May 26, 2:00pm EST. The webinar will be presenting information on implementing an...

As an adult your mom might not be around  to tell you to pick up after yourself – but that doesn’t mean the sentiment should...

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics of the 645 fatal falls which occurred in 2009, 20% were from ladders. Taking the time to inspect and...

Logitech announced a new webcam for the Panasonic VIERA HDTV, which enables users to make Skype video calls from their television without an attached computer....

Anyone driving a cargo van or delivery truck needs to be aware of the hazards involved with their job. Being on the road day in...

A second Video On Demand forklift safety training course is available called: “Forklift: Forklift Safety“. The OSHA regulation, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.178, covers the safety...

On April 28 (2 p.m. EST) Kirk Berry, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Mastery Technologies, will be hosting a free 30-minute webinar on...

It has been six months since we started our company-wide initiative with Skype. Throughout this time everyone has settled in and found different ways for...

Today, in accordance with the mission of National Public Health Week, remember injury and violence prevention starts in your community. Safety is No accident –...

The Department of Transportation estimates a decrease in traffic fatalities by 25% since 2005, and report the lowest numbers in recorded history (since 1949). These...

As part of National Public Health Week, the American Public Health Association (APHA) wants to remind you injury prevention starts at play! Here at Mastery Technologies,...

According to the most recent numbers reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2009 there were over 3 million total recordable cases of nonfatal...

In their efforts to create a healthier nation, the American Public Health Association (APHA) is using the National Public Health Week (this week April 4th...

The on-demand availability of music and movies has become commonplace with applications such as iTunes and services like Netflix. With a single click you can...

Once we got the hang of using Skype to connect with other employees at Mastery- it seemed like a great way to talk to contractors...

Machine guarding is one of OSHA’s top 10 most frequently cited standards. Machine guarding falls under OSHA’s General Industry Standard 29 CFR 1910, Subpart O. When...

Skype has enhanced their group video calling to allow up to 10 people to collaborate in one video call.  One of the greatest appeals of...

As a sort of kick-off to using Skype we scheduled a meeting for everyone at the main office to meet in the conference room and...

According to the DOT, 56% of terrorist targets in the United States are on commercial and industrial facilities. Facilities housing flammable, corrosive, toxic and reactive...

Slips, trips and falls caused by poorly kept work areas are the leading cause of on-the-job injuries. Everyone needs to take the initiative to keep...

The Job Safety Analysis process allows you to reduce hazards around your workplace. This online Video On Demand course explains the Job Safety Analysis process....

Working long hours on the water may be physically and psychologically challenging. On top of the environmental challenges, working in the maritime industry can be...

A new 8-part Video On Demand series covers managing hazardous material incidents for emergency responders. This course addresses the standards for OSHA’s Hazwoper rule, as...

While many positive outcomes have resulted from our usage of Skype, it is only fair to disclose some of the difficulties we have had with...

At Mastery Technologies we have recently received our renewal as an Authorized Provider of Continuing Education Units (CEUs) by the International Association for Continuing Education...

Compressed gas cylinders pose hazards including fires, explosions and toxic gas exposures. When working with compressed gas cylinders it is important to know how to...

Safety training should not be viewed as a mere requirement your workers must sit through ever year; safety needs to be engrained in your workplace culture....

Once we got everything running we ended up making several adjustments to our set-up to make the most out of the conference room. When we...

One of the major benefits of using Skype as a free service (versus Google’s video chat) was the group calling function. This was especially important...

After some initial tinkering around with Skype we decided to take the leap and equip every employee’s desktop with an HD webcam. The Webcam We...

Could you encounter a hazardous material incident or emergency involving weapons of mass destruction (WMD) during the course of your daily work? Police officers, fire fighters,...

In February of 2003 the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 5- Management of Domestic Incidents was released, and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) was established....

Demonstrate a commitment to safety by providing your employees with safety training most pertinent to your workplace. Accidents happen at work all the time, and...

Banana peels aren’t the only contributing factor to slips, trips and falls. Slips, trips, and falls contribute to over one million emergency room visits a year....

As part of our Skype initiative we are trying to increase usage beyond that between co-workers, and use Skype to connect with contractors, business partners...

Gas prices are on the rise, up to $3.19/gallon according to the U.S. Department of Energy. There are driving practices you can implement in order to...

According to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission “Prevention is the best tool to eliminate harassment in the workplace. Employers are encouraged to take appropriate...

Stories of workplace violence have become all too common in today’s news. Incidents of shootings or other homicides make us aware that tragedy could strike at...

Important safety considerations need to be taken when operating an overhead crane. You might use these machines on a daily basis, making operating tasks seem...

Are you experiencing back pain after shoveling snow? Maybe lifting that water jug at work gave you back pain. According to the Bureau of Labor...

All our lives we are exposed to fire safety messages- from Smokey the Bear telling us to “prevent forest fires” to learning how to “stop,...

Most jobs would be difficult to complete without the use of your hands. Are you doing what you can to prevent hand and finger injuries?...

Job tasks which subject your body to force, repetitive motion, frequent or heavy lifting and vibration put you at risk for musculoskeletal injury. Instead of...