Tool Shed: Resource Management

Resource Management

Resource management is the efficient and effective development of an organization's resources when they are needed. Such resources may include the financial resources, inventory, human skills, production resources, or information technology (IT) and natural resources. This area contains resources applicable to the essential components of a comprehensive project management plan to execute and monitor a project successfully.

PA imapInvasives

Western Pennsylvania Conservancy

Resources regarding Pennsylvania invasive species control

Plant Invaders of Mid-Atlantic Natural Areas

US FIsh and Wildlife Service

This guide should be used as an introduction to invasive plants and the impacts they are having on natural habitats and ecosystems. Plants not included here should not be assumed to be non-harmful.

PA Game Commission Battles Invasive Plants

Timesleadervideo

Members of the Pennsylvania Game Commission speak about their project to battle invasive plants in the area.

Responding to Employee's COVID-19 Diagnosis

SHRM

Updated guidance has provided some additional considerations employers should keep in mind as they address a positive coronavirus case.

What to Do If You Have a COVID-19 Confirmed Positive Worker

US FDA

This summary, derived from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations, outlines key steps that employers and workers can take to help prevent and slow the spread of COVID-19 and support continuity of essential operations if workers are diagnosed with, or exposed to, COVID-19, or show symptoms associated with COVID-19.

Guide to Creating a Return to Work Action Plan

Risk Strategies Company

As businesses are allowed to resume operations, the question then is: How will business owners know it is acceptable to reopen? The following are some best practices to keep in mind when creating an action plan.

Cleaning of Tools to Help Prevent Spread of COVID-19

Milwaukee

Should a tool need to be cleaned that does not have blood or visible bodily fluids on it, Milwaukee® recommends the following protocol. This protocol is subject to the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control (“CDC”), OSHA, and those of State and Local health departments. Please follow applicable guidelines of these agencies.

Response: For locations with confirmed cases of COVID-19

Squarespace

In the event that you become aware of someone at your work location or project site that has a confirmed case of COVID - 19, it is important to be mindful of other workers at the same location. The following checklist outlines the considerations to be made in the event other employees start showing symptoms.

COVID-19 Reopening Guidance

International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions

"The principles and considerations outlined in the following publication were compiled from attractions operators around the world in consultation with an epidemiologist. They are designed to provide approaches for you to consider as you reopen your attraction in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Not all of these considerations will apply to your operation or facility type

COVID-19 Employee Response Plan

City of Sarasota

Sample response plan if an employee were to test positive for COVID-19. Outlines scenario, public health measure, human resource measure, and communication process.

5 Keys to Lean Maintenance and Improving Maintenance Productivity - Part 1

Assetivity

This is the first in a series of 6 articles on improving Maintenance Productivity through the use of Lean Maintenance techniques.

5 Keys to Lean Maintenance and Improving Maintenance Productivity - Part 2

Assetivity

In this article, we will tackle the first of these 5 keys to Lean Maintenance and Maintenance Productivity Improvement - Doing the Right Work.

5 Keys to Lean Maintenance and Improving Maintenance Productivity - Part 3

Assetivity

In this article, we will tackle the second of the 5 keys to Lean Maintenance and Maintenance Productivity Improvement - Doing the Work Right.

5 Keys to Lean Maintenance and Improving Maintenance Productivity - Part 4

Assetivity

This is the fourth in a series of articles on improving Maintenance Productivity through the use of Lean Maintenance techniques - Continuous Improvement.

5 Keys to Lean Maintenance and Improving Maintenance Productivity - Part 5

Assetivity

This is the fifth in a series of six articles on improving Maintenance Productivity through the use of Lean Maintenance techniques - Environment for Success.