Tomorrow (April 22nd) is Earth Day!   Like a lot of people, you might be thinking about what it means to recognize Earth Day and what you can do to help our environment. Sometimes, the challenges associated with being good stewards of the environment can seem insurmountable. But it does not have to be. There… Read More

The popularity of electric bikes (e-bikes) and electric scooters (e-scooters) is increasing in almost every major city in the US. A report by Mordor Intelligence LLP in June 2021 states that the North American e-bike market value will double from 2020 to 2026. The markets for these devices continue to trend up with the increase… Read More

(Originally published March 2017.) At your company, who handles your environmental health and safety program? Is there a team whose job it is to ensure that your company is compliant? How do you even know if you’re up to date with the most current regulations? Through my work with clients across many different industries, I… Read More

(Originally published January 2019.) While we hope the worst-case scenario never happens, the best thing we can do is be prepared for it. That is something I experienced first-hand during a recent hockey game, where a plan – and a team – came together to save the life of a friend and teammate. During a… Read More

Is your staff trained in First Aid and CPR? Do you have adequate first aid kits? Does your staff know where to find your AED and how to use it in an emergency? Operating during a global pandemic looks different compared to less than a year ago. One thing hasn’t changed though: When staff is… Read More

AND MUCH MORE THAN YOU MAY THINK (Originally published May 2021.) As we mark a year of businesses operating during a worldwide pandemic, it is a good time to give your facilities and operations a thorough review. Are you overlooking – or delaying – improvements needed to achieve or maintain regulatory compliance? Have you moved… Read More

(Originally published February 2021.)With a new month comes a fresh start; an opportunity to look at your emergency response plan to ensure that you’re prepared. At Turnkey Compliance Solutions, we have expanded our CPR AED and First Aid training program to meet the needs of our clients, especially those with changing operations due to Covid-19…. Read More

As employers continue to navigate the unique challenges of the Coronavirus pandemic, one thing is clear: Stronger workplace guidance is being issued by the US Department of Labor, and employers should be prepared. Earlier this year, OSHA alerted employers of updated worker safety guidelines for coronavirus protection programs to mitigate and prevent the spread of… Read More

On November 1st, clocks must be moved back one hour to mark the end of Daylight-Saving Time. While this change will result in (most) people getting an extra hour of sleep, it is also important to note that those who work very early hours as people tend to do in the AEC industries, will be… Read More

The New York State Department of Conservation (NYSDEC) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), whose leaders oversee the State’s Climate Action Council, recently appointed members to the newly created “Just Transition” Working Group as well as six (6) Advisory Panels that will work alongside the Council to implement changes intended… Read More