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38 PalletCentral • January-February 2020 palletcentral.com Managing the Changing Drug & Workforce Safety Issues In recent years, employers have experienced workplace violence and issues with substance abuse at record rates, both of which have OSHA implications. Workplace violence does not have to result in an injury, an act of assault or homicide, to be considered violent. Incidences of bullying, harassment and intimidation, or impairment on the job, can be precursor events. Because OSHA must be notified of injuries/ illnesses arising from such occurrences, employers need to understand the new rules and best practices on prevention. Hear from OSHA safety expert and attorney, Adele Abrams, Esq., CMSP, on regulations and on best practices that businesses can integrate into their programs to create a safe and positive workplace culture. Adele is president of the Law Office of Adele L. Abrams P.C. and recognized as a national expert on occupational safety and health. She represents employers and contractors nationwide in OSHA and MSHA litigation, and provides safety and health training, auditing, and consultation services. She also co-authors several safety-related textbooks, and is a regular contributor to many trade publications, including PalletCentral. Health Care for Manufacturers Finding affordable health care for employees for wood packaging manufacturers can be challenging. Hear from Eric Bassett on how manufacturing facilities, via NAM Health Care, can bring affordable health care to your employees. Eric Bassett is senior partner and the central market business leader for Mercer Health & Benefits. Eric began his career with Mercer twenty-one years ago working with some of its largest clients. Eric's experience includes, developing health care strategies that support overall business objectives and providing a framework for benefits decision-making. Panel Sessions Industry Consolidation, Private Equity, and Transition Impacting the Pallet Business Advocacy is more important than ever as new players enter the industry and the old guard transitions. Hear from member panelists including: Bernie Kamps, Kamps Pallets; Howe Wallace, PalletOne; and Mike Hachtman, Relogistics Services. This session is sponsored by the NWPCA Political Action Committee (PalletPAC). 2020 Cyber Security Outlook Cyber criminals are continuing to organize and grow — into groups, syndicates and national and international networks. And their attacks are evolving faster than most businesses can manage alone. It's more important than ever for businesses owners, C-level managers, HR practitioners, and those in finance, security and IT to understand how to prevent breaches and what to do when one occurs. Presentation from Carrie Kerskie, president and CEO of Griffon Force, shares how you can help protect your business against data breaches and identity theft. Carrie is trainer, author and consultant on the topics of identity theft, fraud and data privacy. She is the author of books, "Your Public Identity" and "Because Nothing is Private Anymore." She has contributed to numerous publications including AgingCare.com and Naples Daily News. Workforce 2020 to 2030 Are you ready to prosper in an even tougher labor market? Chaille Brindley, publisher of Pallet Enterprise, Pallet Profile and Recycle Record, joins us this year to share recent trends, labor survey key results, automation and best practices in human resources. Chaille offers a bird's eye view of the issues that matter to companies and manufacturers, plus a peek at the trends that are changing the way businesses manage their workforce. Sales Tool You Can Use What is the environmental footprint of wood packaging? What drives your customers' purchasing decisions regarding pallets? Over the years, NWPCA and the Pallet Foundation have researched and gathered many tools to inform your customers as they make these important decisions. Panelists include: Rick Bergman, USDA Forest Products Lab, to provide a timely update on the life cycle assessment research. Glenn Meeks, Woodview Media, shares strategies on how to use these tools to help you sell more product. Session is sponsored by the Pallet Foundation.