
Maya is an industry analyst focused on the manufacturing and warehousing sectors for Intertek Alchemy. She examines emerging workforce trends and best practices in employee training, safety, and operational efficiency, translating complex insights into actionable strategies for employers.
Posts by Maya Allunario
Client Spotlight: MANA Nutrition Leads a Village to Fight World Hunger
Find out how Mana Nutrition uses Intertek Alchemy training solutions to help make ready-to-use therapeutic foods (RUTF) that feed more than 2 million severely malnourished children in Africa.
Maya AllunarioSolidify Your Hazardous Chemical Safety Plans
Chemicals remain one of the most common and dangerous elements in manufacturing sites. And they’re one of the most common sources of injuries and OSHA violations. Keep reading for insights from expert industry analyst Holly Mockus on the importance of training in chemical safety.
Maya AllunarioUSDA Undertakes New Efforts to Curb Salmonella in Poultry
Last month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced new and comprehensive measures designed to reduce Salmonella illnesses associated with poultry products. The agency said the new efforts are needed to help achieve its goal of reducing Salmonella illnesses by 25% in the U.S.
Maya AllunarioEasing the Challenge of Workforce Vaccine Mandates
When the COVID-19 Delta variant began surging in June, OSHA issued an emergency temporary standard (ETS) to protect healthcare workers. Since then, many healthcare organizations have been struggling to gain the full compliance of their doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professions. Guidance from a new vaccine policy handbook can help companies develop their vaccine policies.
Maya AllunarioRetaining Employees from Day One with Effective Training
During a historic labor shortage, manufacturers need to leverage every tool possible to not only recruit new employees but ensure they’ll stick around for a long while. For many successful manufacturers, employee retention starts on day one with effective training.
Maya AllunarioTime to Take a Second Look at Your COVID Relief Eligibility
Since President Biden signed the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) in March, businesses have been using emergency funds to help keep payrolls active and employees working. However, some businesses might be misjudging their eligibility for the relief package.
Maya AllunarioIntertek Alchemy Clients Dominate Food Processing Magazine Top 100 Food and Beverage Companies
Food Processing Magazine has published its Top 100 food and beverage companies for 2021. We are proud to say 68 are Intertek Alchemy clients!
Maya AllunarioMeet the 1,000th Client on Our Enterprise Platform!
We’re excited to announce the 1,000th client on our flagship Enterprise platform – Arca Continental. This latest milestone demonstrates our global growth and ability to forge long-lasting relationships with our customers.
Maya AllunarioJBS Foods Vaccinates Thousands of Frontline Employees with Innovative COVID-19 Training Program
Read how JBS, one of the largest food producers in the United States, is meeting the COVID vaccine challenge head-on with an employee training and education program.
Maya AllunarioDept. Homeland Security Tips for Building an Active Shooter Program
We sat down with Susan Schneider, Branch Chief of Active Assailant Security DHS Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), to learn how to create an active shooter preparedness program that protects and saves lives.
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