April 2021

group of multiethnic colleagues writing paper

Owner involvement fosters a healthy safety climate part 2

The previous safety blog discussed the importance of owner involvement. Without it, fostering a strong safety climate is nearly impossible. What steps can owners and top management take? Active Presence Owners and top management presence on-site demonstrate safety buy-in and provides the foundation for a strong safety climate: Participate and lead employee orientation; site orientations […]

Owner involvement fosters a healthy safety climate part 2 Read More »

patient care, white male, 3d model

Three modes of interpretation for medical interpreters

I have spoken about this in the past, but I believe this is worth considering once again. Healthcare interpreters need to be proficient and the three modes of interpretation. What are they and when are they needed? 1 Consecutive Interpreting By far the most common and preferred method of interpreting for medical interpreters is consecutive

Three modes of interpretation for medical interpreters Read More »

Hazwoper

In the beginning of 2020, our company was contracted to provide several English and Spanish 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) classes required for some construction crews to work on site. I began the first class in Newark, Delaware. Just before heading out, I had been following the news on the fast-spreading coronavirus.

Hazwoper Read More »

group of multiethnic colleagues writing paper

Owner involvement fosters a strong safety climate part 1

I have had many conversations with frustrated safety people. They were hired for the wrong reason. I often hear a focus on “legal compliance” with OSHA® standards instead of best practices to keep people safe. Many companies know that they need compliance to avoid OSHA fines. Therefore, they create a safety department, and hire one

Owner involvement fosters a strong safety climate part 1 Read More »

Special Course

Request for Customized Course

Archway also bridges the gap in communication by offering a wide variety of interpreting and translation services.

Contact Us