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This article on GHS Label aims to give an overview/basic background to help you understand how the system works. At the end of this overview, you will be provided with the GHS guide by OSHA (PDF) which will contain in detail, everything you need to be able to implement the GHS system. NOTE: You may not … Read more
An incident is an event that could lead to the loss of, or disruption to, an organization’s operations, services, or functions. If not managed an incident can escalate into an emergency, crisis, or disaster. Incident management is therefore the process of limiting the potential disruption caused by such an event, followed by a return to … Read more
JHA (Job hazard analysis) or JSA (Job safety analysis) is a step-by-step process adopted to determine the hazards involved in a particular job task and the safety measures necessary to eliminate the hazard or mitigate its effect if exposed to it. According to OSHA, “Job hazard analysis is a technique that focuses on job tasks … Read more
DART rate is said to provide more insight into the effect of incidents on the organization than the TRIR (Total Recordable Incident Rate). This is because it does not just take into account all the recordable incidents, but it considers the details of the outcome of the incidents. What is the DART Rate DART rate is one … Read more
A safety harness is a form of personal protective equipment designed to protect workers from falling from height and sustain the worker for rescue. The safety harness is an attachment between a stationary and non-stationary object and is usually fabricated from rope, cable, or webbing and locking hardware. Some safety harnesses are used in combination … Read more
In this article, we will be considering the risk assessment process, but before then let’s answer this pertinent question – What Is Risk Assessment? What Is Risk Assessment Risk assessment is a risk management process that involves identifying potential hazards and analyzing what could happen if the hazard results in an accident. Risk assessment is … Read more
Every workplace, residential building, school, or factory is at risk of fire, but how prepared are you? A fire risk assessment is not just a legal requirement; it’s a life-saving process that could mean the difference between safety and catastrophe. In this article, we’ll explore what fire risk assessment is, why it matters, and how … Read more
Qualitative risk analysis methods are used to quantify risk associated with a particular hazard. Qualitative risk analysis methods are the most basic form of risk assessment, categorizing potential risks based on either nominal or ordinal scales. It involves evaluating the potential losses from a given risk using a combination of known information about the situation, knowledge … Read more
Fire extinguishers are crucial first-response tools for controlling small fires before they escalate into major disasters. As a Fire Safety Consultant, one of my responsibilities is ensuring that organizations comply with fire extinguisher regulations that protect lives, property, and continuity of operations. In this comprehensive guide, we will examine the fire extinguisher regulations in the … Read more
Fire safety in kitchens is a topic that can never be overemphasized. With high heat, open flames, oils, and electrical appliances all present in one space, the risk of fire in kitchens—especially commercial ones—is incredibly high. That’s where the Class K fire extinguisher becomes not just relevant, but essential. As a certified fire safety consultant … Read more