NSI LogoA new course entitled Creating a Safety Plan in the Age of COVID-19 has been added to the Natural Stone University. This course reviews suggested practices for pandemic response and business continuity and is designed to help companies create a plan for protecting employees while also providing a productive work environment.  This course is offered free to the industry.

Presenters are: Tamara Parris, Safety with a Purpose (Moderator); Leanne Coffman, The Safety Training Solution; Pedro Maciel, X-Factor of Safety; Steven Stelpflug, Wordwerks Consulting.

Overview: The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we do business in the stone industry. This session will discuss COVID-19 and how it impacts both workshop and front office employees.  Review the suggested practices for pandemic response and business continuity.  Come away with a plan for creating a workplace that will help protect employees while also providing a productive work environment. 


Learning Objectives:

  • Discuss the COVID-19 virus and how a pandemic impacts the way we do business.
  • Review suggested pandemic management practices and procedures.
  • Learn about resources that are available to help businesses during this time.
  • Create an emergency action plan that will assist company in responding to infectious disease threats.
  • Discuss business continuity plans and their relevance in pandemic response.


This course is based on the Original Podcast Recording: Safety with a Purpose Podcast- SWP#14- COVID-19- Know Your Facts & Have a Safety Plan.

Many Natural Stone University safety training courses are available free to the industry.


For a full list of safety training titles, browse www.edu.naturalstoneinstitute.org.