What is Security? The term safety is broadly used to refer to the protection of individuals, organizations, and assets against external threats and criminal activities that can be directed to such entities hence rendering them inactive....
Keeping workers safe is an employer’s obligation by OSHA law, and having a visual communication strategy, namely safety signs, is key. Safety signs plays a large part in keeping facilities compliant and employees knowledgeable. It is cri...
Job stress can be defined as the harmful physical and emotional responses that occur when the requirements of the job do not match the capabilities, resources, or needs of the worker. Job stress can lead to poor health and ...
Blood and body fluids such as spit, vomit and feces have germs that can be passed to others. It is important to practice infection control measures to prevent the spread of germs when giving first aid or care. Basic hygiene and handwashing...
With the month of Ramadan beginning this week, the core goals of Health and Safety do not end with the workplace, extending into our own lives to ensure we remain well under all circumstances. As such finding a dietary balance and establis...
Everyone deserves a safe working environment, which is why health and safety procedures are an integral part of any business. These procedures ensure that day to day life at work runs smoothly for employees whether the workplace is in an o...
No matter how small or large a company is, workers in all fields of industry face workplace dangers that can threaten their health and safety. In some industries, such as in the mining and oil industries, the dangers can be evident: exposu...
Temporary works include short-term building projects, building maintenance, renovation, demolition and excavation works. Temporary works can be very minor, short-duration work such as painting and decorating a small office, repairing damag...
Managing Ergonomics Risks When assessing how to manage office ergonomics risks, the following steps should be followed. An ergonomic risk assessment on its own is not enough, it should be used as part of a wider system that considers a...
With your list of jobs and a workforce ready to run, it’s time to dive into the JHA process. You may have an internal form that walks you through the completion of these steps. Make sure your form leads you through the following steps. N...