In the bustling corridors of modern workplaces—from towering construction sites to sophisticated manufacturing floors—ensuring the safety of workers is no longer a checkbox exercise. It’s a discipline. Central to this discipline are two indispensable tools: Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Risk Assessment. Though often used interchangeably, the difference between Job Safety Analysis and Risk Assessment … Read more
A risk assessment is a methodical procedure carried out by a qualified individual that entails locating, evaluating, and managing risks and hazards that are present in a scenario or location. With the use of this decision-making tool, you may decide which risks should be prioritized based on their likelihood and potential impact on the company, … Read more
Workplace stress is one of the leading causes of employee ill health, absenteeism, and decreased productivity in the UK. As an Occupational Health and Safety Consultant, I can’t stress enough the importance of a proactive and structured approach to managing stress in the workplace. One of the most effective ways to do this is through … Read more
The Braden Scale and the Norton Scale have been tested enough to be useful adjuncts to nursing assessments and care planning. These tools, along with clinical judgment, increase the ability to identify risk factors that are then incorporated into a client-specific prevention plan of care. Ideally, the client should be assessed for risk on admission, … Read more