Ubong Edet

A seasoned Health and Safety Professional with over a decade of hands-on experience in Occupational Health and Safety, UBONG EDET brings unmatched expertise in health and safety management, hazard prevention, emergency response planning, and workplace risk control. With a strong passion for training and coaching, he has empowered professionals and organizations to build safer, more compliant work environments. Certified in globally recognized programs including NEBOSH, ISO standards, and OSHA regulations, he combines technical know-how with practical strategies to drive health and safety excellence across industries. Whether designing comprehensive HSE management systems or delivering impactful safety training, he] is committed to promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement. www.linkedin.com/in/ubongedet

Practical Ergonomics for Remote US Workers: How to Prevent Back Pain While Working from Home

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Lighting Ergonomics

Working from home has become the norm for many US professionals. While remote work offers flexibility and eliminates commutes, it also introduces ergonomic challenges—especially back pain. With poorly designed home workspaces, long hours, and a lack of office infrastructure, remote workers are at risk for musculoskeletal issues. Fortunately, with the right setup, habits, and tools, … Read more

OSHA Inspection Survival Guide: What U.S. Construction Companies Should Expect in 2026

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OSHA Inspection Survival Guide

Construction is one of the most dangerous industries in the U.S.: high risk of falls, struck-by, caught between, electrical hazards, etc. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) inspections are a constant in that landscape. As we approach 2026, changes in regulations, enforcement priorities, budget constraints, and emerging hazards mean construction companies must adapt proactively rather … Read more

How To Become A Safety Consultant

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How To Become A Safety Consultant

If you want to become a safety consultant, the first things you need are: Relevant education in occupational health and safety or a related field, real-world experience in safety or related roles, and one or more recognized safety certifications. From there, you build your reputation by being knowledgeable about regulatory standards (both local and international), … Read more

4 Keys To Improving Health And Safety Culture

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Safety Culture

To improve health and safety culture, an organization must demonstrate genuine leadership commitment, empower and engage workers, build strong feedback and learning systems (including transparent reporting and continuous improvement), and embed safety into policies, processes, and everyday behaviour. These four keys interlock: leadership sets the tone, engagement creates buy-in, feedback ensures course correction, and embedding … Read more

5 Proven Ways To Ensure Workplace Safety

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Ways To Ensure Workplace Safety

To ensure workplace safety, organizations should adopt these five proven ways: 1) Implement a comprehensive safety and health management system. 2) Carry out ongoing hazard identification and risk assessment 3) Provide high-quality, regular training and worker participation 4) Enforce appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ergonomic design, and 5) Foster a safety culture … Read more

What Does HAZMAT Stand For?

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HAZMAT

HAZMAT stands for “hazardous materials.” It describes any substances or materials which, because of their chemical, physical, or biological nature, may pose an unreasonable risk to health, safety, property, or the environment when not properly managed. Understanding the Term “Hazardous Materials” (HAZMAT) To fully grasp what “hazardous materials” means in HAZMAT, it helps to break … Read more

What is Process Safety

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Process Safety

Process Safety is a disciplined framework for managing the integrity of hazardous operating systems and industrial processes. It involves anticipating and preventing catastrophic events—fires, explosions, toxic releases, or other uncontrolled releases of energy or hazardous materials—through sound design, strict maintenance, well-trained people, robust procedures, and continuous improvement. From the first moment a process is conceived … Read more

6 Effective Approaches to Enhancing Health and Safety Compliance in the Workplace

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Health and Safety Compliance

If you want to enhance health and safety compliance in the workplace, the most effective first step is to adopt a systematic, integrated safety programme. This combines strong leadership commitment, employee participation, continuous risk assessment and control, active training, regular monitoring, and adaptive improvement. By putting in place these six interlocking approaches, organizations can move … Read more

How To Write A Good Incident Report

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incident report

To write a good incident report, start by clearly stating what happened, when, where, who was involved, and why the report is being made — all using factual, objective language — then follow with a chronological narrative of events, witness statements, immediate actions taken, assessment of consequences, root cause analysis, and recommendations to prevent recurrence. … Read more

Workers Compensation: How Does It Work?

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Workers Compensation

Workers’ compensation is a no-fault insurance system designed to protect employees who are injured or become ill due to their work. In short, it works by providing medical care, wage replacement, and sometimes rehabilitation or death benefits for work-related injuries or illnesses—without the worker needing to prove employer negligence. From the moment an injury occurs … Read more