Certainty is excited to introduce three of the latest automation-enhancing features to the Certainty platform. Check out what we have in store. […]
An Essential Guide to HIRA
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) is a critical process for identifying potential hazards and managing workplace risks. This guide walks you through the four essential steps of HIRA and offers practical examples to help create a safer work environment. […]
The Comprehensive Guide to Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR)
Explore the effectiveness of conducting Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), the components of performing a PSSR, and what the process looks like in common industries. […]
Guide to Pre-Shipment Inspections
Summary: Pre-shipment inspections (PSI) serve as a critical final quality gate that verifies products meet all specifications, standards, and contractual requirements before they leave the facility. When integrated with quality frameworks like ISO 9001 and ISO 2859-1 sampling standards, PSI provides systematic, evidence-based verification that protects both the manufacturer and the customer. Implementing digital pre-shipment […]
How Risk-Based Thinking Aligns with ISO 9001:2015 Requirements and Other Global Quality Assurance Regulations
Summary: Risk-based thinking is a foundational principle of ISO 9001:2015 that requires organizations to identify, assess, and address risks and opportunities throughout their quality management system. Rather than treating risk management as a separate activity, ISO 9001:2015 embeds it into every process — from planning and operations to performance evaluation and improvement. Adopting risk-based thinking […]
Understanding Industrial Hygiene and How It Fits Within Worker Health and Safety
Uncover what industrial hygiene is and what impact it has on overall business health and safety management. […]
Tailoring Safety Training for Multilingual and Multicultural Workforces
As work environments become increasingly global, the diversity of the workforce grows, bringing a rich mix of languages, cultures, and experiences. According to a study by McKinsey, companies in the top quartile for racial and ethnic diversity are 35% more likely to outperform their competitors. However, this diversity also presents unique challenges in safety management. […]
Understanding FSMA 204 Compliance and Its Impact on Food Safety
Summary: FSMA 204 is an FDA regulation that establishes enhanced traceability recordkeeping requirements for companies involved in manufacturing, processing, packing, or holding foods on the Food Traceability List. Compliance requires maintaining Key Data Elements and Critical Tracking Events throughout the supply chain, enabling rapid identification and removal of contaminated products during recalls. Quality teams that […]
ESG and The Evolving Regulatory Landscape
The integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations into corporate strategy has become a defining feature of the 21st-century business landscape. This shift reflects a broader societal awakening to the interconnectedness of economic activity with global challenges such as climate change, social inequality, and ethical governance. […]
Audit vs. Inspection: Learn Their Key Differences
Summary: Audits and inspections are both essential quality management activities, but they serve fundamentally different purposes within a quality management system. Audits evaluate the effectiveness of management systems and processes against standards like ISO 9001, while inspections verify that specific products or operations meet defined requirements on the production floor. Understanding when to deploy each […]
