Understanding the relationship between Hazard, Risk, and Accidents is very important in accident prevention in the workplace. Hazard – Risk – Accidents What is a Hazard: A hazard is anything, situation, or condition that has the potential to cause harm to people, equipment, and the environment. What is Risk: Risk is the probability that an … Read more
Health and safety laws aren’t just paperwork—they protect your people, workplace, and reputation. Whether you’re a business owner, manager, or employee in Nigeria, the UK, or beyond, knowing key legislation is essential. In this article, we will explain each major law. Top Health and Safety Legislation 1. Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 … Read more
Generally, Occupational Health and Safety Specialists are concerned with identifying hazardous conditions that affect workers, property, the environment, and the general public. They promote health and safety within a work environment by analyzing workplaces and designing initiatives to control, eliminate, and prevent disease caused by chemical, physical, radiological, or biological agents. They conduct workplace audits … Read more
The question “Which is the highest occupational health and safety certificate in the world“, has thrown a lot of Health and Safety Professionals into a state of conundrum. In response to this question, I will express my standpoint on the subject matter. I believe you are eager to understand my standpoint on the question. I … Read more
Every time you take your eyes off the road, your hands off the wheel, or your mind off driving, you are distracted. Distracted driving is any activity that diverts attention from driving and significantly increases the risk of motor vehicle crashes. It has become a growing threat to road safety worldwide. Whether it’s reading a … Read more
Safe driving is not just about obeying traffic laws; it’s about ensuring you return home safely every day. Road crashes claim over 1.3 million lives annually, according to the World Health Organization (WHO, 2023). Many of these tragic incidents could be avoided with simple, practical adjustments to daily driving habits. As a road safety consultant, … Read more
Workers’ Compensation Utah is a system of rules in Utah designed to pay the expenses of employees who are harmed while performing job-related duties. They are designed to ensure that employees who are injured or disabled on the job are provided with fixed monetary awards, eliminating the need for litigation. These laws also provide benefits … Read more
Penetration testing in safety is a systematic, authorized process in which experts attempt to simulate attacks or failures to discover vulnerabilities in a physical, cyber-physical, or organizational safety setup with the intent of preventing harm. In other words, it is about proactively stress-testing safety systems, controls, and protocols—just like ethical hackers test computer systems—to reveal … Read more
FMEA Analysis which is an acronym that represents Failure Mode and Effects Analysis is a failure analysis method that works by discovering potential failures that may exist within the design of a product or process. It can be fragmented into two parts: Failure mode: Failure modes are how a process can fail. Effect: Effects are … Read more
Lead paint was once a common choice for homes, schools, and commercial buildings due to its durability and vibrant finish. However, today it is widely recognized as one of the most dangerous substances you could have in your home or workplace. Despite being banned in many countries, lead-based paint remains a hidden hazard in older … Read more