At McNeil & Co., we are committed to proactive risk management and working to keep our clients and community as safe and well-trained as possible. As we identify new challenges and best practices in our industry, we host regular information sessions to share these insights.
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Preventing the Spread of Outdoor Fires
The time of year is upon us that we see a spike in the number of brush related fires in much of the country. Join us as we discuss the hazards and best practices associated with brush fire response.
Proposed OSHA Emergency Response Rule Overview
In February OSHA published a proposed rule that will revise the 29 CFR 1910.156 “Fire Brigade” standard to make it a multi-discipline “Emergency Response” standard that would require fire departments, EMS agencies and other rescue services to comply to a wide range of responder safety and health initiatives. In this presentation we will provide a general overview of what this proposed rule requires, we will discuss how you can evaluate its effect on your agency and how to provide your input during the current public comment period.
Four-Legged Calls for Help
First Responders get called to every type of call. These can include various animals. Let’s discuss some of these types of emergencies while keeping in mind, that they may not like that we are there to help.
Crisis Intervention For First Responders
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Responses when we find people experiencing a mental health or behavioral crisis can be challenging and even dangerous for responders and victims alike. During this presentation we will take some time to consider the best practices and strategies for responding to those in crisis and how to best get them access to the help they need.
Heads Are Spinning On Busy Roadways
It’s getting to be that time of the year when everyone starts to travel for vacation and there are more vehicles on the roadways. Let’s review some important tips to stay safe when responding to incidents on busy roadways.
Be Smart About Fireworks
With summer in the US comes celebrations where we see the use of fireworks. Most fireworks injuries and deaths are preventable. In this presentation ways we can educate our communities and urge consumers to celebrate safely this holiday by following the rules and important safety tips. We will also discuss considerations for how to manage responses when things go wrong.