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Safety Observations in High-Turnover, Mobile Workforces: A Smarter Approach

By Michael Harper in SSC News & Information

12/17/2025

In many industries, safety leaders face a persistent challenge: how do you capture meaningful safety observations when your workforce is constantly changing, widely distributed, or rarely sits at a desk? This is where a simpler, more accessible approach becomes essential.

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Why Every Safety Manager Needs a Centralized Inspection Repository in 2026

By Michael Harper in SSC News & Information

11/24/2025

By 2026, "I think the latest Confined Space checklist is in that shared drive somewhere" will no longer be an acceptable answer when OSHA shows up unannounced. This article reveals why we're at the breaking point for decentralized checklists, the hidden costs of inaction, and how Simple Safety Coach gives you the necessary tools to excel.

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Simple Safety Coach Product Development Process

By Mike Harper in SSC News & Information

08/06/2020

Great safety software isn't built in isolation-it's shaped by real users, real challenges, and continuous feedback. See how Simple Safety Coach evolves through collaboration, ensuring every feature delivers practical value and fits how your business actually works.

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What We Built Into Simple Safety Coach, and Why

By Susen Trail in SSC News & Information

07/21/2020

Safety shouldn't rest on one person's shoulders. Discover how transparency, employee engagement, and easy-to-use tools transform safety from a silo into a shared responsibility, creating a sustainable culture where everyone plays a role.

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Why Did We Create Simple Safety Coach?

By Susen Trail in SSC News & Information

07/05/2020

Built from real-world safety experience, not theory. Discover how Simple Safety Coach was shaped by years of incident investigations, consulting, and user feedback to solve the everyday challenges Safety Managers face and drive meaningful, sustainable improvements.

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Wisconsin Safety Council's Annual Conference

By Mike Harper in SSC News & Information

04/04/2019

Join Simple Safety Coach at the Wisconsin Safety Council Annual Conference! Visit us at booth #1208 to explore new features, preview our roadmap, and see how we can help accelerate safety performance and ROI in your organization.

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Incentivize Employees with an Automated Engagement Program

By Mike Harper in SSC News & Information

01/11/2019

Drive engagement with built-in safety incentives. Simple Safety Coach's points program rewards employees for safety actions, increases participation, and provides a clear record of contribution-making recognition, accountability, and performance reviews easier and more meaningful.

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Enhancements to Accident and Safety Observation Reporting

By Mike Harper in SSC News & Information

01/10/2019

Turn your safety data into actionable insights. Enhanced reporting in Simple Safety Coach delivers powerful search filters, downloadable PDFs, and detailed accident analytics-making it easier than ever to analyze trends, share results, and drive smarter safety decisions.

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Restricting Access to File Cabinet Folder and Files

By Mike Harper in SSC News & Information

01/10/2019

Keep your safety documents organized-without sacrificing control. The latest Simple Safety Coach update adds role-based folder restrictions to the Electronic File Cabinet, so you can centralize critical files while ensuring only the right people have access.

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Introducing Simple Safety Coach Version 1.6

By Mike Harper in SSC News & Information

07/24/2018

Simple Safety Coach 1.6.0 expands access and usability-supporting users without email, adding a Message Center, improved account management, and smarter navigation. Built from your feedback, this update makes safety management more accessible, connected, and efficient for every team member.

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