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FACILITY SAFETY
The Next Generation of Workers Should Not Have to Choose Between Safety, Comfort and Convenience
Technology and digital platforms have evolved in ways to help protect employees.
TBY TITO WARREN
he future of employee safety requires a holistic point of view. Today, smart leaders recognize this and increasingly look for a safety provider that can meet the needs of their workforce when it comes to proper protective equipment
and how they can access these essentials. Employees and safety professionals have higher expectations when it comes to selecting the right safety partner and there are several components they should take into consideration when making this decision: the right products, an efficient and easy-to-use fulfillment program
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and expert service and support. While it is important to consider the product quality companies are able to provide, it is equally important to consider expertise, support and ability to customize for a well-rounded partnership. Recent technologies and advancements in both product and safety-program solutions can help workers and managers focus on protecting their employees without worrying about the administrative tasks that usually come with managing a program.
In this article, we explore important aspects safety
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