Are You Storm-Ready?
Hurricane Preparedness Week Starts on May 1st
Hurricane Preparedness Week is observed every year in the United States from May 1-7. This week underscores the necessity of preemptive measures to mitigate the devastating impacts of hurricanes. As specialists in assessing and managing risks associated with natural disasters, we know that proactive planning can be an essential step in safeguarding lives, properties, and businesses against catastrophic events like hurricanes.
By leveraging this dedicated week to raise awareness and promote preparedness strategies, we can empower others to fortify their resilience against the destructive forces of hurricanes. If you’re in a hurricane-prone area, encourage your loved ones and community members to develop evacuation plans, assemble kits with emergency supplies, locate and safeguard important documents and medications, and take other necessary precautions.
Wildfire Community Preparedness Day 2025
May 3rd is Wildfire Community Preparedness Day, a campaign that serves as a vital initiative to raise awareness and empower communities to take action against the devastating impact of wildfires.
Each year, recognition of this day actively encourages those living in wildfire-prone areas to complete projects that can help make their homes and communities safer from wildfire. For us, supporting this event means advocating for safer communities and environments, as well as fostering a culture of resilience in the face of wildfire threats. Motivate your friends and family to take measures such as assembling emergency go-bags with essentials such as medications, extra contacts or glasses, a change of clothes, water, batteries, and flashlights. Through education, collaboration, and proactive measures, we can work together to minimize the risk of wildfires and protect lives, property, and natural resources.
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Upcoming Speaking Engagements
Rimkus Webinar
May 7, 2025 – Online
“Roof Collapse: Investigations and Causes” presented by Jordan R. Kays, P.E., S.E., R.R.C., Principal Consultant, Rimkus.
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Borneo ADR Week
May 7, 2025 – Kuching, Malaysia
“Minds Mash – Common Issues in Construction Claims” presented by Nick Barham, MEng (Hons), CEng, FIStructE, MICE, Technical Director – Technical Services (Asia), Naz A. Rahim, MSc, B. (Hons) QS, B. (Hons) Legal Studies, CIPAA Adjudicator (AIAC), MRICS, CQS (BQSM), MRISM, Director, Quantum, Ashish Chakravarti, PGDip, BEng (Civil), Associate Director, Delay, Rimkus.
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Society of Construction Law Australia (SoCLA) National Conference
May 21-23, 2025 – Brisbane, Australia
“Everyone’s a construction expert – or so they think!” presented by Dominique Halloran, Technical Director – Delay ANZ, Hinds Blunden, a Rimkus Company.
“‘Complex and Impenetrable’ – does program delay analysis need to be so hard?” presented by Yazeed Abdelhadi, Director, Delay, Rimkus.
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5th Annual European Medical Device Human Factors and Usability Engineering Conference
May 21, 2025 – Schönefeld, Germany
“Engaging the Younger Generation: Considerations for Usability Testing With Pediatric Populations and Their Lay Caregivers” presented by Jennifer Soosaar, Ph.D., Director, Human Factors Practice, and Kimberley Alexander, MPhil, Senior Human Factors Consultant, Core Human Factors, a Rimkus Company.
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Rimkus CE/CLE Webinar
May 22, 2025 – Online
“Good Faith, Bad Faith, No Faith at All” presented by Robert T. Foster, JD., Vice President, National Accounts, Rimkus.
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Recalls can be the result of manufacturing defects, design issues, or unexpected and unintended user behaviors – for many manufacturers, issues due to user behavior can be particularly challenging.
Our Human Factors group can provide the expertise to analyze user behavior. We can help predict potential misuses before they happen or identify ways to address unexpected misuses when they are discovered in the field.
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“We have a team of experts with education and experience in human factors engineering, ergonomics, psychology, user experience (UX), anthropology, biomechanics, kinesiology, and safety. This collective proficiency ensures our ability to meticulously assess products, their warnings, and instructions. Moreover, our extensive expertise allows us to adeptly curate specialized teams and harness a diverse toolkit.”
Offering extensive experience in safety, forensic sciences, and failure analysis, Rimkus has a diverse group of qualified professionals to conduct accident investigations involving products, equipment, and materials.
Rimkus uses specialized investigative techniques to analyze the full spectrum of the product cycle. We examine the entire life cycle, from inception to end use, including design, manufacturing, materials installation, training, operation, and maintenance.
About Rimkus
Rimkus is a global leader in forensic engineering, life sciences, and built environment solutions, offering a highly qualified team of experts who help clients address complex challenges. Our comprehensive investigations and assessments, supported by sound methodology, science, and state-of-the-art technology, help clients make informed decisions related to a wide range of claims, projects, and the development of products. Our experts are trained to explain multifaceted issues in a manner that makes them understandable to clients and juries, contributing to equitable resolutions and a better, safer world for all.
