Because the Apple Watch is worn on the wrist, it can perform tasks that other gadgets cannot. Wearing it gives you access to sophisticated safety features, a fitness partner that tracks all of your movements, relevant health information, and a connection to the people you care about most. Here are some Health and Safety Benefits … Read more
Do you feel neglected by your landlord and living in unsafe conditions? You may wonder how to sue your landlord if you are living in unsafe conditions. Knowing your rights as a tenant and prioritizing your safety is important. This article will walk you through the steps on “How to Sue My Landlord for Unsafe Living … Read more
Head protection is personal protective equipment (PPE) that protects the scalp and occasionally the jaw. It is not worn over the face. Any equipment that shields the head from burns, trauma, and impact is considered head protection. Head Hazards: Falling objects Striking the head against fixed objects Electrical hazards Direct sunlight Head injuries cause death … Read more
A Safety conscious work environment is a work environment where the safety of the employees is guaranteed by building the safety awareness of the employees to a level where risks and potential harm are easily identified and contained. It does not necessarily mean that there is zero potential for harm, but it means that there … Read more
Here is the full meaning of these acronyms – HIRA and JSA HIRA means – Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment JSA – Job Safety Analysis Before we state the difference between HIRA and JSA, let’s give an overview of each acronym. HIRA – Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment HIRA is a hazard identification technique. It … Read more
There are so many types of safety inspections and countless ways to run them. Some methods work better than others, and it’s not always clear which strategies make a difference. That’s why we’ve put together 10 tried-and-true ways to make your inspections efficient and purposeful. Ways to Improve Your Safety Inspection Process Understand Your Risks … Read more
This question – Is Personal Protective Equipment Necessary When Providing First Aid? has brought about lots of views, I will try as much as possible to merge the views to arrive at an appropriate standing. However, some persons believe that Personal Protective Equipment is Unnecessary When Providing First Aid. Personal Protective Equipment is Unnecessary When … Read more
I came across this question: Which of the following personal protective equipment must an employer pay for? The first thing that came to my mind was a form of counter question – Is there Personal Protective Equipment that an employer must not pay for? Payment Exceptions under the OSHA Rule As a general rule – … Read more
The terms “workplace trauma” and “post-traumatic stress disorder” are many times used concurrently, but they differ in both nature and impact. Thus, differentiation would be paramount in offering appropriate types of support and avenues to recovery for the affected individuals within the workplace. Here goes a breakup. Difference Between Workplace Trauma and PTSD 1. Definition … Read more
Trauma is not something a few people go through; neither does it have to happen outside of your workplace. Sometimes, it may occur right in the workplace, due to some shocking event or situation that may have kept one stressed, anxious, or even fearful. Whether it is due to an accident, bullying, a high-stress environment, … Read more