Our Safety Blog & Newsletter
TSS is committed to helping businesses, communities and individuals create safe environments — regardless of whether you're a client. Visit our safety blog, and sign up for our free, monthly newsletter to find information covering many topics related to workplace, community and in-home safety.
If you would like to participate in one of our webinars or attend a TSS-sponsored event, you can view what we have coming up on our calendar.
DERs Matter!
The role of the DER, or Designated Employer Representative, in a drug testing program is not only essential for compliance (especially in federal/DOT testing programs), but also for fostering a safe workplace. The DER is the main point of contact for whomever conducts...
Tips for safe snow shoveling
For many of us, winter is synonymous with shoveling snow. It’s one of those chores that seems to come at the most inconvenient times, and you want to get it over with as quickly as possible. But shoveling is an extremely strenuous, labor-intensive task, and should not...
Be prepared for a DOT audit
| By Ginny Clay, Operations Manager All companies who work in a Department of Transportation Modality (FMCSA, FAA, USCG, FTA, etc.), should expect to have a Drug and Alcohol Audit by that modality at some time in their existence. Some modalities audit every two years,...
Looking Back 25 Years (Part 3)
| By Renee Schofield, CEO As TSS continued to grow in the early years, we realized it was time to think about a larger space. We were quickly outgrowing our 12-foot by 12-foot abandoned x-ray room at Ketchikan Medical Clinic. I had hired one staff member, so now two...
Meet the Collector: Abbie Smith
Hello, my name is Abbie Smith, and I am employed at TSS-Ketchikan. I started to work here in May 2024 as a certified drug screen collector. I like to learn new things every day and I am happy that I can do that at TSS. In addition to performing drug tests, I've...
10 Teen Driving Safety Tips
Learning to drive is an exciting experience. It’s a stepping stone and a big accomplishment as a teenager. As fun as it can be, we need to understand the importance of being safe on the road. Accidental injuries, including car accidents, are the leading cause of death...
Pedestrian Safety: Beware of the risks that come with the changing season
Pedestrians taking to the streets this time of year are especially vulnerable as they face dark mornings and early evenings as well as wet or icy road conditions. With a lot more people walking around in the dark, it’s not surprising that motor vehicle accidents...
Get ready for 2025
| By Ginny Clay, Operation Manager As 2024 comes to an end, we want to thank you for your continued business. To further be of service to you through the next year. Please bring your attention to the following: The 2025 enrollment package with the price list and...
TSS: Celebrating 25 years in business
| By Renee Schofield, CEO November marks TSS - The Safety Specialist's 25th year in business. Throughout the next 12 months, we have committed to doing more, giving more, and celebrating more in many different ways. The TSS team is working hard on our celebration...
October Fire Safety Tips
There is no good time to have a fire in your business or home. Every year, we read about fires that occur as the temperatures dip. Many of those fires are caused by improper usage of space heaters, overloading of outlets or home maintenance issues. Proper attention in...
Red Ribbon Week 2024
Each year, communities across the country and our team at TSS, commemorate Red Ribbon Week October 23rd - 31st. The mission of this annual campaign is to help kids stay drug-free, so they can be the best they can be now and into the future. Keep in mind, that research...
Find a Community Health Fair Near You
Ketchikan Community Health Fair - November 4-15, 2024 TSS, Inc. Ketchikan has been a participant in the Ketchikan Community Health Fair for more than two decades. A Health Fair is a great way to get a snapshot of what is going on in your body and what you may...
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