Onyeka Emma is a QHSE Professional with more than 10 years of experience in occupational health and safety, which spans many industries such as construction, beverage, oil and gas, etc. He has many health and safety certifications, including NEBOSH IGC, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 Lead auditor certificate. A member of IOSH, ISPON, and Nigeria Red Cross Society. He is interested in business, entrepreneurship, Speaking, and motivating people to do better for themselves. He enjoys leisure with a good motivational book.
What is the difference between a Class K Fire extinguisher and a Class ABC fire extinguisher? The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) have a list of fire extinguishers according to the fire classes available. The fire extinguisher classes are named based on the fire… Read More »What is the difference between a Class K Fire extinguisher and a Class ABC fire extinguisher?
Machine safety encompasses a set of procedures or standards designed to protect individuals working with or around machines, preventing hazards from causing injury. These rules apply to mechanically, electrically, or electronically operated devices like excavators, washing machines, or forklifts. Maintenance and correct use of machines constitute key aspects of safety. The article also lists 28 specific tips for machine safety, including reading operating manuals, correct use of safety guards, and appropriate worker training.
“Have you ever wondered what that little pointer on your fire extinguisher gauge actually means?
It holds the key to your safety! Our blog reveals the vital information behind the fire extinguisher pressure gauge pointer, unraveling its meaning and significance. Knowing how to interpret this essential indicator can make all the difference in a life-saving moment. Dive into our article to demystify this crucial aspect of fire safety and equip yourself with the knowledge you need. Your safety depends on it!”
The Afrisafe Congress 2023 is the largest annual project that brings professionals together to raise awareness, collaborate and celebrate the achievement of health, safety, security and environment across Africa.
The pressure gauge is one of the parts seen in most fire extinguishers. For example, The pressure gauge is available in DCP and water fire extinguishers, but in CO2 fire extinguishers, the pressure gauge is unavailable. You’ll be wondering why was it possible. There are possible reasons why the pressure gauge is unavailable in Co2 portable fire extinguishers.
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Nebosh has opened the registration for the 2023 Nebosh online conference. The conference is going on Tuesday, 21 November 2023.
The conference will be a meeting point for industry experts and professionals from health and safety, technology, mental health, communication and OSH strategy.
The seasoned speakers for the
The toilet is a humid area with the potential for germs and bacteria to thrive on them. These bacteria, like Salmonella and E. coli, can exist in toilet areas like the seat, floor, flush, door handle, and brush. The toilet usually has a foul odour due to the action of the bacteria that absorbs the toilet’s organic waste and releases the odour gas.
Sometimes, it becomes an unbearable odour for those using the toilet. The area can become extremely dirty and a breeding ground for diseases. And this is more reason why good toilet hygiene is vital.
With good personal hygiene practices, someone is sure of minimizing the rate of infections from disease and enhancing the state of their health for optimum results. There are many types of personal hygiene. Look at them carefully below.
What causes black mould in the bathroom, and how to prevent it Black mould is a fungus that thrives in a moist environment. It has the potential to cause health issues. People should focus on how to get rid of it as soon as… Read More »What causes black mould in the bathroom and how to prevent it
Home safety tips ensure the risk of harm and potential dangers are minimized as low as reasonably practicable. The safety risks in the home can cause damage to household items and destruction of lives and properties in the environment.
Engaging in home safety tips will prepare you to have a sound knowledge of the risks and what to apply to prevent those risks from causing problems in the home.
Home safety involves the identification of hazards in the home, evaluating those hazards and their risk of harm and damage and applying acceptable safety standards to them.
A 63-year-old worker was preparing a load of trailers in his lorry for delivery to a site in Germany. While at that, he climbed to reach the top of his lorry. He had one foot on the loading bay and one foot on the back of another lorry.
The worker had fallen from that height of 1.25 metres onto the concrete floor when the adjacent lorry was driven away. He sustained a head injury and later died at the Royal Stoke Hospital on 16 May 2020.
All actors, dancers and musicians are human beings. They have their physical body. The human body can sustain an injury when not protected enough. The artiste exposes their body during stunts, performances, and rehearsals. They can sustain an injury from these activities.
The series of questions from this part should be, are there measures in place to prevent musculoskeletal issues and injuries during any of these activities?
