Ever bitten into a meal and found something that shouldn’t be there—a shard of glass, a piece of metal, or even a small stone? If so, you’ve had a close encounter with what food safety experts call physical hazards in food. But what exactly are physical hazards, and why should you care? This article answers … Read more
No matter the size of your business, safety management is always a top priority. It takes a lot to ensure all your employees have the training they need to get their jobs done – and safely too. This is where safety management software can add a lot of value to your organization; in this article, … Read more
In the heart of every construction site, offshore platform, shipyard, or industrial facility, there is a skilled professional whose responsibility is often unseen but vital to safety and project success—the rigger. These professionals handle the complex tasks of lifting, moving, and securing heavy equipment with precision. But who is a rigger, and what are the … Read more
When we talk about Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, we encounter questions like: “Can Opening a Window Stop Carbon Monoxide Poisoning“? Can Opening a Window Stop Carbon Monoxide Poisoning? Inasmuch as there is a need for good ventilation in our homes, opening a window will not completely get rid of carbon monoxide, and hence cannot stop carbon … Read more
In this article, we’ll explore Different Hard Hat Colours & Their Meanings, as well as some of the typical conditions you might see in each colour. Understanding the meaning behind each colour will help you make an informed decision about which colour to wear on any given day. It is worth mentioning here that this … Read more
A risk assessment matrix is an analytical tool used to define the level of risk by plotting the likelihood of the risk against the severity of the consequence. Risk is expressed as follows; RISK LEVEL (Severity) = Likelihood x Consequence The likelihood can be: Definite: Almost certain to show up on the course of the … Read more
The Hazard Communication Standard is also known as Haz-Com or the Right-to-Know Law. The purpose of “The Hazard Communication Standard“, “Haz-Com,” or “Right-to-Know Law” is to ensure that the hazards of all chemicals produced or imported are classified, and that information concerning the classified hazards is transmitted to employers and employees. The transmittal of information … Read more
We have been hearing “Immediate Cause of an Accident“, but only a few people can define what it is in clear terms. To be able to carry out an effective accident investigation, you must understand the concept of the immediate cause of the accident. At the end of this article, you will no longer be … Read more
A sluice room is a room found in hospitals and extended-care facilities, such as nursing homes, and is used to isolate human waste. It is also called – A solid utility room. It is also where used disposables, such as incontinence pads and bedpans, are dealt with, and medical and surgical instruments are sterilized and … Read more
When we talk about the risk factors of occupational hazards, we are talking about the variables associated with an increased risk of disease or injury that could be posed to the workers by these occupational hazards. A brief recap of what an occupational hazard is; What are Occupational hazards From our previous article, an occupational … Read more