Winter storms can be unpredictable, but there are best practices follow to increase effectiveness when faced with battling snow and ice in your community. Click here for the latest MSI Safety Bulletin “Best Practices for Snow Emergencies.”
The Domestic Violence Policy Act for Public Employers requires that all public employers implement a written policy and train employees on the provisions. Click here for the latest bulletin outlining the NJ Civil Service Commission’s directive on the uniform domestic violence policy. Click here for the new MEL Domestic Violence Model Policy and other Model Policies.
Protecting children is everyone’s responsibility and MEL has developed training and resources to help public officials, communities and volunteers better understand the issues surrounding child abuse. These materials include a new Protecting Children Model Policy, training programs, a video, and printed materials all designed to increase awareness about the causes and effects of child abuse, […]
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has released a virtual tool kit for First Responders on how to protect themselves from exposure to illicit drugs. The tool kit includes short training videos and sharable infographics that cover protection when illicit drugs may be present and when they are present, what PPE to wear, […]
The MEL Safety Institute’s 2020 Classroom Training information is now available. The Course Catalog for 2020 includes a variety of programs including a new class on “Dealing with difficult people.” To view and download the Class Request Announcement and Catalog, the Class Request Form and the 2020 Training Needs Assessment Guide please click here or navigate […]
The New Jersey Indoor Air Quality Standard, N.J.A.C. 12:100-13 (2007), sets standards for indoor air quality in existing buildings occupied by public employees during their regular working hours. A requirement of the Standard is for public employers to identify a Designated Person who has the knowledge necessary to perform the duties defined in the Standard. […]
The results of the MEL Mobile APP Survey found that 99% of respondents feel the app is helping them to acheive their goals and they find the subject specific push notifcations useful. Click here to read more.
Schools will open in just a few short weeks. Now is the time to make sure your crossing guards and properly trained and prepared to help keep our children safe. Click here for the latest MSI Safety Bulletin and visit our special School Crossing Guards web page that contains many additional resources.
New Jersey has been plagued with severe weather and hurricane season has just begun. To ensure the safety of your employees and community, please review the bulletin on Hurricane Preparedness, the safety briefing on Lightening, and learn more about our Emergency Restoration Services.
The MEL Cyber Task Force would like to let all MEL members know about FREE cybersecurity resources available to them. Click here for a new bulletin with important links and resources. Please work with your Risk Management Consultant on implementing any cybersecurity programs or policies, and feel free to reach out to your JIF Executive […]