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Where Does Health & Safety Belong in an Organisation?

When it comes to workplace safety, structure matters. Who “health and safety” reports to can make or break the impact it has. Get it right, and safety becomes quickly embedded into the company culture. Get it wrong, and it becomes a box ticking exercise buried under bureaucracy.

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Establishing the Right Health and Safety Culture

Establishing the right health and safety culture in any organization is as critical to business success as a solid marketing plan or recruitment strategy. Unfortunately, this is often overlooked, especially by small businesses.

So what are some of the key components that can help develop the right culture, regardless of size, style, or location?

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The Illusion of Safety: Why Metrics Alone Aren’t Enough

In the world of workplace health and safety, we often rely on metrics and data to assess how well we’re doing. Decreasing injury rates, zero-incident milestones, and completed compliance checklists are celebrated as evidence of a “safe” workplace but do these metrics truly reflect safety? Or are they giving us an illusion of safety that…
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New Year, Fresh Perspective

As the Christmas holiday season wraps up and we return to back to work, January offers a unique opportunity to reflect, reset, and refocus on workplace safety. The start of a new year is not just about setting our own personal resolutions—it’s also the perfect time for businesses to take a fresh look at their…
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The Human Factor in Workplace Safety: Understanding and Reducing the Risk

No matter how sophisticated your safety systems are, human slip ups remains one of the leading causes of workplace accidents. While systems and processes are essential for maintaining a safe environment, people are at the core of every workplace, and human error is inevitable.

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Ethical Considerations in Health and Safety: Going Beyond Compliance

Taking a holistic approach to H&S requires more than just ticking off regulatory checkboxes. Ethical considerations play a fundamental role in creating a workplace environment that genuinely prioritises the well-being of employees.

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The Importance of Maintenance in Manufacturing

In the fast-paced world of manufacturing, machinery is the backbone of production. Ensuring that machinery operates smoothly and efficiently is crucial for maintaining not just productivity but also safety, and profitability. Proper machinery maintenance not only extends the lifespan of equipment; it also significantly reduces the risk of accidents and downtime. In this post, we…
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Cyber Security and Physical Safety: A Unified Approach for the Transport and Manufacturing Industries

In today’s interconnected world, the lines between cyber security and physical safety are increasingly blurred, particularly in the transport and manufacturing industries. As these sectors adopt advanced technologies such as IoT, automated systems, and smart infrastructure, the integration of cyber and physical safety measures becomes critical. The Cyber-Physical Connection For transport and manufacturing industries, the…
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 A Summary of ISO 45001 Requirements for Workplace Safety

ISO 45001:2018 is an internationally recognized standard that sets the framework for an effective Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OH&S MS). 

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The Importance of Implementing a Health and Safety Software Solution

In today’s digital age, organizations are constantly seeking innovative solutions to streamline their operations and enhance workplace safety. One such solution is the implementation of a health and safety focused software system.  Let’s delve into why investing in a robust software solution is crucial for effective health and safety management… Centralised Data Management:A health and…
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