Your Six-Step Action Plan for Implementing ISO 45001

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In this article, we outline an ISO 45001 Six-Step Action Plan for Safety Management. STEP 1 – Become Familiar with the ISO 45001 Standard and the Concept of OSH Management Systems First of all, what is ISO 45001? Well, ISO 45001 is an international standard that sets the standard for Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) … Read more

What Does a Safety Officer Do?

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What is a Safety Officer? A Safety Officer is a vital member of any organization, tasked with the critical responsibility of ensuring the well-being and safety of all employees. They are the guardians of the workplace, charged with identifying and mitigating hazards, and implementing policies and procedures to protect employees from injury or harm. But … Read more

Conducting a Risk Assessment

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INTRODUCTION Risk assessments play a major role in organizations by reducing operational risks, improving safety performance and achieving objectives. There are several individuals involved in this process with various factors to consider – but it all comes down to three core elements: identifying risks, analyzing them, and ultimately evaluating those same hazards for further action. … Read more

Heavy Equipment Safety – A Few Tips

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Introduction: Heavy equipment is an essential part of many construction and industrial operations, but it also poses significant risks to those who operate and work around it. The safe operation of heavy equipment is the responsibility of everyone involved, from the operators to the supervisors and the on-foot workers. Proper training and adherence to safety … Read more

Electrical Protective Equipment – A Few Tips

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Introduction: Electrical Protective Equipment (PPE) is an essential aspect of workplace safety for electric power industry workers. PPE is worn to prevent exposure to electrical hazards. Electrical Protective Equipment falls into two categories: Electrical PPE (PPE) and Insulating Protective Equipment (IPE). In this article, we will discuss the care and use of electrical protective equipment, … Read more

10 Common Office Hazards

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Introduction: The office may seem like a safe and comfortable environment, but there are still hazards that can cause harm to employees. From ergonomic issues to fire hazards, it is important to be aware of the potential risks and take steps to mitigate them. In this article, we will explore 10 common office hazards and … Read more

How to Safely Handle, Store, and Dispose of Lithium Batteries

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Introduction Driven by modern technology, lithium batteries are now ubiquitous and power many of the devices in our everyday lives: from smartphones to electric cars. While they provide immense convenience, it’s important to remember that if not managed correctly these batteries present a risk. In this article we’ll look at the common uses of lithium … Read more

Personal Protective Equipment for Construction

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Introduction Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is an essential aspect of safety in the construction industry. It plays a vital role in protecting workers from potential hazards on the job site. PPE includes a wide range of equipment and clothing that helps to safeguard the body, head, feet, eyes, ears, and lungs. In this article, we … Read more

What is Behavior Based Safety?

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Behavior-based safety is a method of identifying and correcting safety hazards in the workplace through the analysis of employee behavior. The goal of behavior-based safety is to reduce or eliminate accidents and injuries by changing the way employees behave on the job. The fundamental premise of behavior-based safety is that most accidents are caused by … Read more