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A step-by-step guide on how to write a work-at-height risk assessment 

Work-at-height risk assessment is a tool that helps to guide work-at-height activities. It is an integral part of the safety management system. The work at height risk assessment identifies the hazards, considers those that might be harmed, and shows adequate control measures

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Safe bicycle riding tips: Bicycle safety

Bicycle riding is one of the most eco-friendly, cost-effective modes of transportation. Most people ride on bicycles to keep fit and enjoy themselves. This Safe bicycle riding tips will protect the rider from an accident and offer the cyclist the needed information to prevent accidents during cycling activity. 

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What does it mean to have safe places of work?

What does it mean to have safe places of work? According to the law in most countries of the world, employers have the responsibility to provide safe places of work. The legal requirements expect the employer to maintain this aspect in their workplace. Also, C155,… Read More »What does it mean to have safe places of work?

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Hazards in sewer systems: 5 ways to prevent them from causing harm. 

What is a sewer system? According to wikipedia.org, A sewer system is an infrastructure that conveys sewage or surface runoff (stormwater, meltwater, rainwater) using sewers. It encompasses components such as receiving drains, Manholes, pumping stations, storm overflows, and screening chambers of the combined sewer or sanitary sewer. Sewerage ends at the entry to a sewage treatment plant or the point of discharge into… Read More »Hazards in sewer systems: 5 ways to prevent them from causing harm. 

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What are your rights to compensation when you have an injury at work?

The fact that you leave your house every day to go to work is enough reason to take good care of yourself so that you will always return home after work closure.  Some persons working in high-risk environments such as construction and mining should be… Read More »What are your rights to compensation when you have an injury at work?

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Can a first aider get injured while providing first aid to a casualty?

If you have ever provided first aid to a casualty, you’ll understand that a first aider can get an injury while administering first aid. When an emergency happens, an injured person becomes a casualty. During that emergency, many people may gather to view what is… Read More »Can a first aider get injured while providing first aid to a casualty?

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Who should conduct an accident investigation?

Accident investigation reveals the immediate, underlying and root causes of an accident. However, not all persons are qualified to undertake such a process to get a desirable outcome.  Who is the person responsible for an accident investigation? The personnel responsible for an accident investigation are… Read More »Who should conduct an accident investigation?