Safety, Health, and Environmental Services at EI2

10/06/2026

This summer, interns with Usher's New Look partnered with us to prepare for careers in the live entertainment industry. Through customized OSHA 10-Hour General Industry training, interns learned how to recognize and prevent hazards commonly found on concert tours, from stage equipment and material handling to lasers, pyrotechnics, heat stress, and hydration.

The training helped participants build a strong safety mindset before hitting the road, empowering them to protect themselves and look out for one another in fast-paced touring environments. As one intern put it, “You’ve got to be prepared for the unexpected.”

We're proud to support the next generation of entertainment professionals by showing that safety isn't an add-on, it's an essential part of every successful production.

Read the full story and watch the video: https://oshainfo.gatech.edu/prepares-ushers-interns-for-safety-on-tour/

Usher Usher's New Look

09/23/2026

We still have seats in our upcoming *inaugural* OSHA 510 en Español and we're so eager to help Spanish-speaking construction professionals enhance their safety knowledge (and learn from one of the best trainers!) The OSHA 510 is a highly popular course, and this offering is going to be🔥🔥! Please share with any in your networks who ready for their next step! Register here for the October 26-30 class. https://pe.gatech.edu/courses/osha-510-occupational-safety-and-health-standards-construction-industry-spanish

09/15/2026

Heat stress remains one of the most serious hazards facing agricultural workers, especially during Georgia's hottest months.

Join us for Hot Days. Safe Ways. Protecting Agriculture Workers in GA from Heat Stress to learn practical strategies for recognizing heat illness, preventing heat-related injuries, and creating safer working conditions in the field.

This free webinar is ideal for agricultural employers, supervisors, safety professionals, and anyone committed to protecting Georgia's workforce.

Register today!
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09/10/2026

Reserve your spot in one of our upcoming free trainings on Warehouse Safety! https://oshainfo.learningcart.com/content/Harwood-Trainings.aspx

08/28/2026

So excited we can't even wait for the pretty professional marketing brochure (whoops) - the Georgia Tech OTIEC will be offering our first SPANISH OSHA 510 in October at our Atlanta campus! October 26-30 - spread the word and sign-up today!

Este curso cubre las normas, políticas y procedimientos de OSHA en la industria de la construcción. Proporcionará una comprensión básica de las normas y principios de seguridad aplicables, con énfasis en aquellas áreas de la construcción que son las más peligrosas. Al completar el curso, lo...

08/27/2026

Dr. Jenny Houlroyd, Manager, Occupational Health Services, is an expert in silica-related disease. She spoke with Bloomberg Law about the unique challenges Georgia workers face because it isn’t tracked the same way it is in other states.

The rise of engineered stone countertops comes with a hidden cost. Workers who cut and fabricate these materials face serious health risks from exposure to silica dust, which can cause silicosis, a potentially fatal lung disease.

Jenny Houlroyd, an environmental health and safety specialist and occupational safety instructor, spoke with Bloomberg Law about the unique challenges Georgia workers face because silica-related disease isn’t tracked or addressed the same way it is in other states.

“There is really no way under the current framework for us to know if there are cases and how many people would be diagnosed, which is why there’s such an urgency from researchers,” Houlroyd says.

“We know there are these gaps in surveillance, and we know that because of those gaps in surveillance, there are probably a large number of undocumented cases.”

Learn more about the regulatory challenges surrounding silica exposure and the growing need to better protect workers from this preventable illness: https://vist.ly/5g4ka

08/17/2026

Heat illness can happen quickly, especially during physically demanding work or in hot, humid conditions. Our heat safety videos share practical steps employees and supervisors can use to stay safe:

✅ Recognize the warning signs of heat stress
✅ Drink water regularly and take appropriate breaks
✅ Use shade, cooling, and protective equipment
✅ Watch out for coworkers who may be struggling
✅ Know when to stop work and get help

A safe workplace starts with awareness, preparation, and looking out for one another.

🎥 With extreme temperatures expected this week, watch our heat safety videos and share them with your team: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOcEr-guU-hHajHKX1PtZuA

08/05/2026

Sustainability Cohort Information Session Webinar

Friday, August 14 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Could improving efficiency and reducing waste help your manufacturing operation lower costs and strengthen performance?

Join our partner Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership - Gamep at Georgia Tech webinar to learn more about the Sustainability Cohort, a grant-funded program that helps manufacturers implement pollution prevention strategies and sustainable manufacturing practices. Bring your questions for the live question-and-answer segment and discover how the cohort can support your sustainability goals.

Register now: https://gamep.org/sustainability-cohort-information-session-webinar/

07/08/2026

Energy Management and Reporting Course

Tuesday, July 21 | 10 a.m.

Are you a supplier that reports energy and emissions data? Join an information session to learn more about the four-month Energy Management and Reporting Course, which provides strategies and tools to help suppliers meet reporting requirements, reduce energy use, and track emissions.

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Offered in partnership with the Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership - Gamep at Georgia Tech and Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business Ray C. Anderson Center for Sustainable Business at Georgia Tech.

07/02/2026

Happy 250th Birthday, America!

As we celebrate this historic Independence Day, let's make safety part of the celebration. Fireworks can create unforgettable memories—but they can also cause serious injuries when not used properly. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), thousands of people are injured by fireworks each year, with burns to the hands, fingers, face, and ears among the most common injuries.

For important safety tips visit https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety-Education-Centers/Fireworks

Let's honor America's 250th birthday with celebrations that are fun, memorable, and safe for everyone.

🎇 Stay safe. Celebrate responsibly. Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸