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 injuries can be avoided by implementing a combination of risk assessment, engineering controls, training in proper lifting techniques, administrative policies, and encouraging worker participation. This first paragraph answers your question directly: The most effective way to avoid manual lifting injuries is to reduce or eliminate the need for manual lifting where possible, and … Read more
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 from home or in … Read more
The Health and Safety policy is a well-structured and organized document that highlights the organization’s stance 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
The occupational effect of ultraviolet rays is a global concern because of the effect of UV light on different occupational categories. We all know UV rays can definitely affect our skin (i.e., wrinkles, sun spots, moles, skin cancer, etc.). However, did you know it could also really affect your eyes? Along with causing growths on the … Read more
A lone worker is an employee who performs an activity in isolation from other workers without close or direct supervision. Anybody who works alone, including contractors, self-employed people, and employees, is classed as a lone worker. Lone workers include: People in fixed establishments where only one person works on the premises, e.g., in small workshops, … Read more
The healthcare space is rapidly changing with different technologies coming into place to help enhance patient care and results. Patient engagement software has become a necessary tool in healthcare as it enhances the engagement of patients, health literacy, and patient satisfaction. In this article, we are going to look at some of the benefits of … Read more
Workplace hazard identification is the cornerstone of an effective safety management system. A hazard can cause harm, whether a falling object, chemical exposure, ergonomic strain, or psychological stress. In occupational safety, hazards must be recognized, assessed, and controlled before they cause injury or illness. Historically, the industrial era (18th–19th centuries) ushered in large-scale workplace hazards, … Read more
Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is the offense of driving, operating, or being in control of a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or other drugs (including recreational drugs and those prescribed by physicians), to a level that renders the driver incapable of operating a motor vehicle safely. It is expressed in different ways in some quarters, … Read more
If you want to ensure the safe use of A-ladder, you must start by choosing the right ladder, inspecting it, setting it up properly, using it correctly (including climbing, working, and descending), and maintaining it. Each of these stages plays a crucial role in preventing falls, injuries, or worse. This article gives you 10 specific … Read more