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The Definition of a Safety Professional

Sandwiched tightly between Top Brass and the teaming masses sits a wild-eyed individual madly singing a safety tune. He's the most misunderstood, maligned and unsung person in all the world of business. He's the proverbial
"SAFETY PROFESSIONAL"

This fellow's a little bit of all strata's....a member of none.

To the employee or worker he's a tool of management; to management, he's just another employee.

He finds his job interesting.

He spe… Continue

This has been floating around the internet for awhile. However, I thought it appropriate to show the high cost of not making safety awareness the highest priority in our jobs. Think about the ROI an effective safety awareness culture can have in your business. Think about the possible costs when safety awareness isn't given a priority.

Top 10 Most Expensive Accidents in History


10. Titanic - $150 Million
The sinking of the Titanic is possibly the most famous accident in the world. But… Continue

As far as possible, a company should take proactive approaches to prevent fire. An active, committed safety committee is one of the foundations for this approach. Extensive training, both through formal methods, and informal tool time talks, not only in fire safety, but also in proper equipment use are the keys. Diligence in separating materials and processes which could cause ignition is an effective approach. Proper hot-work methods, and permits are necessary measures to minimize fire hazards.… Continue

Safety Considerations of the Four Day Work Week

High gasoline prices are affecting both employees and businesses. Also the rising costs of material and general overhead are contributing to the rise in the number of businesses considering going to a four day work week. As part of this consideration, the effect on employee safety and wellness must be considered.

The four day work week is a popular concept with employees and employers alike. While survey results so far show that generally employe… Continue

When it comes right down to it, the employee is ultimately responsible for their own safety. Why then, do employees make the choice to do unsafe acts? What could employees perceive as more important than personal safety? Don't they realize that one unsafe act could change their and their family's lives forever?

Are there things we as employers, managers, and supervisors do to negatively affect an employee's ability to chose to do tasks safely? How can employers make sure employees embrace owner… Continue