The nature of the world we live in means we're facing a constant barrage of news across many different mediums. So, if the worst were to happen and there's an unfortunate incident at one of your facilities, would you know how best to respond when the media come calling?
Over the past year, the U.S. has faced an unprecedented number of natural disasters. Last July, the west coast experienced one of the most destructive wildfire seasons ever recorded in the western United States, resulting in $32 billion in damages. August’s derecho brought strong winds and tornadoes across the midwestern United States, resulting in billions in damages.
Did you know that just a few key behavioral traits are represented in about 86% of accidents? Fortunately, Chris Loomis of Loomis Safety Education will be discussing each of these in the opening session of this year's ChemEdge Trade Show and Conference on August 11.
While many of us are gearing up for summer vacation, Members of Congress are preparing for an extended district work period during August recess. When senators and representatives are in their home states and districts for summer recess, it’s the perfect time for NACD members to invite them to take a facility tour or convene a town hall with employees. By doing so, they can see first-hand why we need their support.
Addressing climate change and environmental injustice have been key priorities for President Biden since he took office. In the first month of his presidency, he signed multiple executive orders establishing the National Climate Taskforce, the White House Environmental Justice Interagency and Advisory Councils, and the Justice40 Initiative. Moving forward, it is apparent that under the progression of the new administration, environmental justice, and climate-focused policies will become integrated into all government activities.
American businesses have been facing a maritime shipping crisis for more than a year, and there has been little action from the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) to address it. From the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been immense strain on the United States shipping system. Ports across the U.S. continue to suffer from severe congestion causing cargo ships to experience significant delays in unloading cargo and, ultimately, delivering product in a reasonable time.
The past year has proven just how important digitalization has become to business; without it, few of us would have been able to function quite as well as we have during such a difficult period.
Over a year ago, we all witnessed the immediate social and economic implications of the coronavirus. In nearly every aspect of our lives, the world changed as we knew it.
Do you know what your state laws are regarding marijuana use? Are you aware of the differences between marijuana, hemp, and cannabidiol (CBD)? Have you been able to craft an effective workplace drug testing policy that can cope with the constantly changing legislation?
NACD’s first-ever Congress Connect meeting took place in early May, once again putting our membership in direct contact with lawmakers and members of Congress.