Does De-Escalation Training Really Prevent Workplace Violence?

Prevent Workplace Violence In Healthcare

Workplace violence isn’t just a headline — it’s a reality in offices, hospitals, retail stores, schools, and countless other settings around the world. From verbal abuse to physical threats, it affects employee well-being, productivity, and organizational culture. So when employers and safety professionals pour time and money into de-escalation training — training designed to help … Read more

Why Employees Don’t Report Workplace Violence (And How Employers Can Fix It)

VTA's Workplace Violence Prevention Plan is Sparked by California Law

Imagine walking into your workplace every day knowing that someone has made threats, pushed a colleague, or created an atmosphere of fear — and yet no one reports it. Not because it’s not serious… but because people are too afraid, too discouraged, or too confused to speak up. This silence doesn’t just protect perpetrators — … Read more

ALCHEMY Is Hiring! HSE Officer (Oil and Gas – Offshore)

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Salary: AED 5,000 + Offshore AllowanceLocation: Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesRotation: 42 Days On / 21 Days OffIndustry: Oil & Gas (Offshore & Onshore Support Operations) About ALCHEMY ALCHEMY is a forward-thinking organization delivering high-value operational and safety solutions within the Oil & Gas sector. With a strong footprint across offshore and onshore operations in … Read more

Zero-Tolerance Workplace Violence Policies: Do They Actually Work or Backfire?

Zero-Tolerance Workplace Violence Policies

Workplace violence is a topic that can be heavy to discuss, but it’s something every organization must confront in today’s world. From small offices to large hospitals and public services, creating a safe environment for employees is essential to productivity, morale, and human dignity. One of the most common approaches organizations take is a zero-tolerance workplace … Read more

Is Zero Accident Policy a Lie? How ‘Perfect Safety’ Actually Increases Risk

Is Zero Accident Policy a Lie

Zero accidents. Zero harm. Zero incidents. These phrases dominate safety posters, corporate websites, annual sustainability reports, and leadership speeches across the globe. They sound morally unquestionable. After all, who would argue against zero accidents? But here’s the uncomfortable question safety professionals are increasingly asking behind closed doors: What if the Zero Accident Policy is not … Read more

How to Track Safety KPIs Like a Pro: Metrics Every HSE Manager Should Know

Why Safety Is A Crucial KPI

Tracking Safety Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) effectively is no longer optional—it’s a core competency for every modern Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) manager. In today’s data-driven workplaces, safety performance is measured, scrutinized, benchmarked, and audited. Organizations that fail to track the right safety metrics not only risk regulatory penalties but also suffer from preventable injuries, … Read more

ISO 45001 + ISO 14001: How to Integrate Environmental and Safety Systems

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What Is ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 Integration? Integrating ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 involves aligning an organization’s occupational health & safety management system (OHSMS) with its environmental management system (EMS) to create a cohesive, efficient framework. ISO 45001 focuses on employee safety, risk reduction, and workplace well-being, while ISO 14001 emphasizes environmental compliance, resource … Read more

Workplace Safety Legal Compliance: A Guide for US HSE Managers

HASWA Places Legal Duties on Who

What Is Workplace Safety Legal Compliance? Workplace safety and legal compliance refer to an organization’s adherence to federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and industry standards designed to protect employees’ health, safety, and well-being. For HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) managers in the United States, this includes compliance with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) … Read more

Safety Management in Remote or Hybrid Work Environments: A Research-Based Case Study

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What Is Safety Management in Remote or Hybrid Work Environments? Safety management in remote or hybrid work environments refers to the systematic identification, assessment, control, and continuous improvement of physical, psychological, digital, and organizational risks affecting employees who work partially or fully outside traditional office locations. It extends conventional occupational health and safety principles to … Read more

3 Pillars of a World-Class Safety Management System

HESMS and Applicable Governmental Regulations

A world-class Safety Management System (SMS) is not built on paperwork alone, nor is it sustained by slogans like “Safety First.” Organizations that consistently achieve low incident rates, strong safety cultures, and regulatory compliance understand one core truth: effective safety management rests on a few critical pillars, not endless procedures. Across industries—construction, oil and gas, … Read more