Health and Safety Challenges Facing In Zimbabwe’s Mining and Construction Sectors
Zimbabwe’s mining and construction sectors are critical to the country’s economy, but they are facing serious health and safety challenges that affect worker welfare, productivity, and sustainability. They have to cope up with significant challenges in ensuring the health and safety of their workers, particularly within the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector and the […]
Understanding the Importance of Workplace Hazard Control and Safety Audits
There are many reasons why Workplace Hazard Control and Safety Audits are important. The Health and Safety Executive recommends that all organisations undertake health and safety audits. Audits reveal how well Hazard Control processes are working and where improvements need to be made. An audit can look at the whole management system or focus on specific areas. What […]
How Incident Investigation Reports Help Improve Organizational Safety Culture
Incident investigation reports are the documents that play a crucial role in strengthening an organization’s safety culture. The report is record of details of events, including accidents, near misses, or process failures, to understand their causes and prevent recurrence. These reports help organizations identify risks, improve safety, and ensure compliance. Incident investigation reports aren’t just about checking […]
How Safety Nets Safeguard Workers While Working at Heights
Working at heights is one of the leading causes of workplace injuries and fatalities, particularly in industries like construction, shipbuilding, and bridge maintenance. Safety nets are a crucial fall protection system designed to minimize the significant risks, including falls that can result in serious injuries or fatalities. Safety nets are an essential component of workplace […]
Who Is Responsible for Risk Assessment & When to Conduct Them
A “Risk Assessment” is one of the major components of a risk analysis. It a systematic process used to identify potential hazards and risks in a situation, then analyze what would happen should these hazards take place. As a decision-making tool, risk assessment aims to determine which measures should be implemented to eliminate or control those […]
Why Upgrading Equipment is Essential for Safer Workplaces!
Workplace safety is a top priority for any organization, particularly in industries with high-risk environments such as construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics. One of the most effective ways to enhance safety is by regularly upgrading equipment. Upgrading equipment is not just an operational improvement, it’s a critical investment in workplace safety. By ensuring compliance, enhancing […]
Top 5 Benefits of Implementing an OHS Management System in Your Workplace
According to estimates by various studies, over the past decade, numerous workers have been killed while working! Many more workers have been injured or left disabled due to workplace accidents and the loss of properties worth billions of dollars. That’s why companies of all sizes and in all sectors are keen to reduce their workers’ […]
Identifying Risks and Safety Hazards in Machine Shops
In the dynamic environment of a machine shop, safety is paramount. Myriad hazards can present risks to the well-being of the operators and the efficiency of operations. “Identifying Risks And Safety Hazards” and mitigating these risks is the first step towards a safer workspace. Machine shops often involve the use of heavy machinery, power tools, […]
Safety Risks and Accident Causes with Workplace Robots
Workplace robots offer numerous advantages, including increased productivity, efficiency, and precision. They have typically been used for physically intensive tasks that are often associated with detrimental effects on health and increased risk of accidents at work. However, Workplace robots can offer considerable safety benefits to human workers, as they prevent injuries or adverse health effects […]
“10 Key Hazards and Safety Measures for Working at Heights”
Working at height remains one of the biggest causes of fatalities and major injuries. ‘Work at height’ means work in any place where, if there were no precautions, a person could fall a distance liable to cause personal injury. Working at heights is inherently risky, and understanding the key hazards and implementing proper safety measures […]