Convergence 2/13/20 Convergence 2/13/20

The Future of Safety - ISO 45001

Rumor in the EHS compliance world has it that ISO 45001 is the standard for safety in the near future. This new international standard is going to be the basis for all safety management systems implemented globally, not because companies want to, but because customers will demand it. The delicate dance between safety and the bottom line is finally coming to an end, and this new standard directs top management to implement systems company-wide.

Convergence 1/8/20 Convergence 1/8/20

How Toy Giant Hasbro's Culture Contributes to Global Sustainability

Convergence 11/4/19 Convergence 11/4/19

“B” the Change: B Corporations – Business Forces for Good

Society’s most challenging problems cannot be solved by government and nonprofits alone. The B Corp community works toward reduced inequality, lower levels of poverty, a healthier environment, stronger communities, and the creation of more high quality jobs with dignity and purpose. By harnessing the power of business, B Corps use profits and growth as a means to a greater end: positive impact for their employees, communities, and the environment.

Convergence 10/1/19 Convergence 10/1/19

Boulder, Colorado Case Study: International Day for Disaster Reduction

In 1989, the UN General Assembly designated the International Day for Disaster Reduction to promote global culture of risk-awareness and disaster reduction. This includes disaster prevention, mitigation and preparedness. The International Day for Disaster Reduction is recognized annually on October 13.

Convergence 9/4/19 Convergence 9/4/19

Leverage the “Smarter” Phone

Texting while driving is one of the most dangerous and prominent distractions in a commercial vehicle. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), using a cellphone while driving leads to 1.6 million car accidents per year. More than 40 states have addressed the dangers of mobile device usage by making texting while driving illegal. Ensuring employees are following the law while also guaranteeing the company is in compliance with OSHA standards is vital.

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convergence is an environmental, health, safety and social management consultancy that specializes in multi-country (international) projects and programs. We are able to meet our clients’ needs on a global scale while recognizing the important regional differences that our clients face in conducting business. We are one of the leading international EHS audit consultancies; and our country health and safety legal compliance tools for offices, retail and service sectors, known as CORE, are the foremost resource of its kind.