How to prevent chemical hazards in the workplace ?
How to prevent chemical hazards in the workplace ? Chemicals are an ubiquitous part of the modern workplace, with applications ranging from paints, sprays, inks, toners, and adhesives to an array of materials used in cleaning and maintenance, such as detergents and oils. While these substances are essential for various industrial processes, they also pose potential risks to the health and safety of employees. Any chemical, in gas, liquid, or solid form, that has the…
Working in confined spaces
Working in confined spaces Confined spaces are not your typical workplace; they harbour risks that go far beyond the norm. While these hazards may not be entirely unique, the confined nature of these spaces magnifies them. A simple oversight in a confined space can lead to tragic accidents with severe consequences. Embrace a flexible approach to confined space safety and create a competent and safe workplace and workforce. What defines a confined space? Confined spaces…
What is a Standard Operating Procedure ?
What is a Standard Operating Procedure ? And why is it important ? In the intricate tapestry of business operations, the juxtaposition between a thriving, successful enterprise and a lackluster one often hinges on the synchronization of multifaceted components. This is where the instrumental role of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) comes to the forefront. SOPs, meticulously crafted documentation of processes, emerge as the cornerstone of consistency, efficiency, and productivity within organizations. This article delves into…
How to promote Environmental Awareness in the workplace ?
How to promote Environmental Awareness in the workplace ? As the global community grapples with the challenges of climate change, the workplace emerges as a vital arena for orchestrating change. Beyond being a moral obligation, integrating green practices holds the key to meeting environmental regulations, opening doors to new business prospects, and contributing to a resilient future. This article is a guiding compass, navigating you through the realm of environmental impacts and unveiling key sustainable…
Encouraging Safe Work Practices in your Company
As an employer, it is your responsibility to maintain a safe and healthy workplace. One of the ways to do this, is to encourage safe work practices within the company. Here are a few tips on how to do just that…
Behaviour Based Safety – The Basic Principles
Behaviour Based Safety - The Basic Principles GEMMA COLLINS DOYLE EHS Consultant EazySAFE Safety research over the last few decades has been consistent in showing that human error is the main contributing factor in most accidents in the workplace. Famous accidents like the Titanic and the Bhopal Gas Tragedy prove this when you review the investigation and the root cause. Knowing this, it would be remiss of any company not to include a Behaviour Based…
Engaging Staff in EHS
Engaging Staff in EHS Engaging staff in the area of EHS is no mean feat, as I am sure any seasoned EHS Manager would tell you. It’s a tough challenge for sure and an area that you will need to keep coming back to and in some cases, reinvent the wheel. To be fair, it’s a big part of the role of an EHS Manager and if done well, can ensure that your company is…
Psychological Safety in the Workplace
Psychological Safety in the Workplace Psychological safety within organisations is when people feel comfortable being themselves and that they won’t be criticised for speaking their minds or sharing ideas. Our physical safety in the workplace is a vital element of an excellent working environment, but for people to truly reach their potential they also need to feel psychologically safe. When we feel psychologically safe in any environment we are able to be creative, take moderate…
5 Tips for Organizing your Safety Meetings
5 Tips for Organizing Your Safety Meetings How productive are your monthly safety meetings? Are they just a tick-the-box exercise and you get nothing done? Your safety committee can be a fantastic tool for your Health and Safety Toolbox. Here are five tips to make sure you are getting the very best out of your team. 1. Define the purpose of the Safety Committee Bring it back to basics and decide what the actual purpose…
Promote safety practice in the workplace
Promote safety practice in the workplace Around the world, nearly 2/3 of accidents at work are linked to behavioural problems (violation of procedures, failure to comply with safety rules, errors, etc.). It is therefore logical to think that changing these behaviours will reduce the number of accidents. But how can we recognise them? How can we transform them so that our professional sphere becomes safer? And how can we deal with those who, aware of…