The question – Who is responsible for workplace health and safety is a simple, but complex question. According to the Internal Responsibility System (IRS), Everyone is Responsible for workplace health and safety, but it is not that simple. If we say everyone is responsible for workplace health and safety, does it mean that everyone acts when there … Read more
This question had been in my mind for a very long time before I decided to ask fellow professionals; I know some HSE professionals also need an answer to this question. Difference Between An HSE Officer And an HSE Manager? Who is an HSE Manager? From the perspective of management, in summary, an HSE manager … Read more
We have different views on this, but in the article Exercise vs Physical Activity, we will get cleared. Exercise and Physical Activity are terms that describe different concepts. However, they are often confused with one another, and the terms are sometimes used interchangeably. Exercise vs Physical Activity Physical activity is defined as any bodily movement … Read more
Noise monitoring is the act of checking noise levels to ensure that the levels are within the set guidelines and that workers are protected from the risk of hearing damage at their place of work. Excessive noise can result in long-term negative health effects such as hearing loss, tinnitus, sleep disturbances, a rise in blood … Read more
A DSE (Display Screen Equipment) Assessment is a workplace evaluation that checks how safely and comfortably employees use computers, laptops, or other screen-based devices. It identifies risks like poor posture, eye strain, or repetitive strain injuries, and recommends adjustments to improve health, safety, and productivity. This assessment looks at how a screen is used and … Read more
Physical activities are activities that help us stay active and fit; when we talk about the list of physical activities in school, we are referring to the physical activities that can be practiced in school with the aim of meeting the same objective, i.e., staying active and fit. There is a long list of physical … Read more
Ergonomic principles are the cornerstone of creating safer and more efficient workplaces, directly impacting employee health and productivity. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) accounted for nearly 30% of all workplace injuries in 2022, leading to over 320,000 reported cases and costing businesses billions annually (BLS, 2023). The science of … Read more
If you want to know the top Crane Safety Tips, here’s your answer in a nutshell: Prioritize routine inspections. Train and certify operators thoroughly. Use proper load charts and never exceed capacity. Ensure ground stability and proper setup. Maintain effective communication with spotters/signallers. Perform regular maintenance and lubrication. Monitor weather conditions and wind speeds. Normalize … Read more
This article aims to educate us on how to calculate the total fall distance. What is the Total Fall Distance of a Lanyard (TFD) The total fall distance of a personal arrest system (Like your body harness) is the sum of free free-fall distance and the deceleration distance. According to the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA), … Read more
In this article, “OKR VS KPI” we will be talking about these two (2) important variables – OKR & KPI. We will see the similarities and differences between them. Let’s explain the two variables: What Is An OKR? OKR is an acronym that stands for “Objectives and Key Results.” It is a collaborative goal-setting methodology … Read more