As a business owner, you likely have a good idea of what it takes to keep your business running safely. But do you have a safe operating procedure in place? Safe operating procedures can seem like overkill for some businesses, but they are an essential part of keeping your employees Read more…
What is safety culture and why is it important in the workplace? A strong safety culture means having a collective understanding and commitment to safe practices. It involves employees at all levels of an organisation taking personal responsibility for their own safety and for contributing to the overall safety of Read more…
You may have heard the term good workplace housekeeping but haven’t really understood what it means, or how it applies to you, your job, and your workplace. Good housekeeping in the workplace is a set of guidelines and best practices designed to keep workers safe and healthy, and to prevent Read more…
You may have heard the term PPE at work or on the news, or maybe you’ve been told to get some PPE to do certain tasks and have no idea what it means, or why it is so important. After reading this article you will know everything you need to Read more…
Hand arm vibration syndrome can be a significant risk for workers who use equipment such as chainsaws, concrete cutters, pavement breakers, and other powered tools. Unfortunately many people never hear about it until it is too late. Here’s what you need to know about hand vibration and how to prevent Read more…
What is a Safe Work Method Statement? A safe work method statement, also known as a SWMS (pronounced ‘swims’) is a written document that communicates to construction workers how high-risk construction work will be completed safely. It is basically a risk assessment that identifies the hazards and risks associated with Read more…
No matter what your trade is, most workers in construction at some time work at height, or nearby to where others are working at height. Safe work method statements help everyone who is working on site to understand what their responsibilities are, and how they can work safely. Conducting tool Read more…
Every business should have a plan in place to test and tag as it is an important safety precaution for businesses of all sizes. This means that regular tests are conducted on all electrical equipment to ensure it is safe for use. Not only is this required by law in Read more…
What is the hierarchy of control? The hierarchy of control is how we decide what control measures should be used when completing a risk assessment. It is a hierarchical list of six different types of controls that are ranked, with the most effective control at the top of the list. Read more…
If you’ve been asked to do a risk assessment in your workplace and have no idea how to get started, or maybe you’ve just heard the term but aren’t sure what it means, this is the article for you. What is a risk assessment? A risk assessment is a procedure Read more…