Permit to work is a formal document used to control hazardous jobs that ensures that all workers are safe while working and keeping the hazards under control before the start of the work. Follow this link to read more about a PTW procedure. Here in this article, we have 7 […]
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Four ways to encourage effective use of PPE Personal protective equipment at the work site PPE use has to be championed by all and sundry in a work environment. The task should not be left solely in the hands of the management, even though the law places lots of responsibility […]
There are techniques to follow to identify hazards effectively in a work site. You can only control an identified hazard by putting measures to them
Emergency exit provides a clear route for people to use when there is a danger. You can see emergency exits in public places such as offices, hospitals
Hammer safety will protect the user from dangers associated with using the hammer. Hammers are the most used hand tools to drive nails, screws or other items into wood or concrete. On construction sites, and in our various homes, Hammers are always available for work activities. Toolbox talk on hammer safety […]
Safety induction is done for workers when they newly come to work in a workplace or a site. It’s one of the management proactive tools to improve the safety management system of an organisation. Induction introduces the culture of the organisation to the workers and equally informs the worker about their […]
The world day for safety and health happens every year. Mainly to celebrate safety and promote the prevention of occupational accidents and diseases globally. Every 28th day of April, the world gathers to partake in this event. It’s a welcoming event for HSE professionals from all and sundry to come […]
Unsafe act. They are actions of workers that can cause harm to the worker or to the fellow worker if not controlled. The action can result during work activities. Unsafe acts are a major cause of incidents or accidents on site. Over 70 per cent of accidents causes are […]
Chain saw safety is good to prevent incidents emanating from chain saw use. Well, a chain saw is a powerful piece of work equipment usually notorious for severe accidents that happen in the wood industry. That’s why it’s essential to protect the employee during usage. Hazards of Chain Saw Kick […]
Back safety relates well to the safety of our back because any damage to our back can affect us for a very long time. Activities such as repetitive movements from work activities, heavy lifting and sitting for a long time in a chair can make our back go weak, leading […]
Excavation safety is paramount, especially on a construction site. Most times, excavation occurs when there is a need to build a physical structure or lay a foundation. However, excavation collapse is the main excavation hazard. When there is an excavation collapse, the loose soil may bury the person or any […]
Safe lifting ensures no one is harmed during the manual lifting of objects. It ensures we conduct our lifting in a manner devoid of unsafe practice. Lifting has become an integral part of our lives; some people lift every day because of their job though some rarely do. No matter […]