I did an opinion survey on LinkedIn among Health and Safety professionals to bring out the different opinions on the ways to enhance Health and Safety compliance. As of the date of putting up this article, I have gathered some very interesting points that will be beneficial to all health and safety professionals and management … Read more
Traffic Lights are placed at intersections and junctions where there are likely to be traffic issues. We see the light when we move on the road but some of us have a wrong understanding of it. So in a very brief write-up, I will point out the wrong understanding most of us adopt as the … Read more
Safety measures are conscious acts and strategies adopted to improve the overall safety of a given task, process, or organization at large. Safety as already established is a state of being “safe”, the condition of being protected from harm or other non-desirable outcomes. Safety measures can also be said to be a set of activities … Read more
According to WHO – Environmental health is defined as those aspects of human health and disease that are determined by factors in the environment. It also refers to the theory and practice of assessing and controlling factors in the environment that can potentially affect health. It can be said to be the field of science … Read more
According to Wikipedia, ”Workers compensation is a form of insurance providing wage replacement and medical benefits to employees injured in the course of employment in exchange for mandatory relinquishment of the employee’s right to sue their employer for the tort of negligence.” Some laws support Worker’s compensation, these equate to form the worker’s compensation law. … Read more
Safety rules are a set of information that aims at preventing accidents. These rules should guide our daily activities both in the industrial and domestic setting. Safety rules will guide your actions at work, at home, on the road, while driving, when being driven, etc. You need safety rules in all aspects of your endeavors. … Read more
Manual lifting involves transporting/conveying a material from one point to another by hand. It involves lifting, pushing, pulling, dropping, etc, and manual lifting injuries occur when lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects improperly, leading to strain or trauma to the body. Some of these injuries include musculoskeletal disorders like back pain, pains in joints and … Read more
An ergonomic chair is a chair designed with the aim of giving correct support to your posture, weight, and lumbar while sitting. It is designed to suit a range of people and has adjustable parts that enhance maximum comfort during sitting. However, there is no guarantee that they will suit any one person in particular. … Read more
What Is Office Ergonomics? Office ergonomics is the science of designing your workspace to fit your body, so you can work comfortably, stay healthy, and avoid strain or injury. It’s not just about fancy chairs or standing desks—it’s about creating a setup that supports your posture, movement, and focus throughout the workday. Whether you’re working … Read more
The Health and Safety policy is a well-structured and organized document that highlights the organization’s stands on Health and Safety (HSE). HSE policy is indispensable for every organization that has the foresight to achieve a good health and safety identity. HSE policy is for all organizations; construction companies, oil and gas companies, mining companies, textile, … Read more