Republished by request and now with accompanying video (at end of article). This article was referenced in the must read new book: Risky Conversations, The Law, Social Psychology and Risk (follow that link for a really cool video on the myths of safety paperwork) Quote from the article: The denial … [Read more...] about Binary Opposites and Safety Goal Strategy
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We should accept that accidents will happen
Great article from New Scientist first published here and that may touch a few nerves for the “all accidents are preventable” and "Safety is No 1 Priority" Crusaders. For many it feels good to apportion blame, it confirms our biases and takes the heat off any possibility that management performance … [Read more...] about We should accept that accidents will happen
My First Fatality
One of our readers asked if we could republish this poem from July 2012, not sure why but I hope it helps: My First Fatality If I can, for once, be a little serious and compassionate….. A fellow Safety Professional, in a brand new role, recently experienced her first fatality. Unfortunately, many … [Read more...] about My First Fatality
Driver Fatigue
Driver Fatigue This simple but powerful little video was sent to us by Tony Anthony who recently experienced a potentially deadly scare whilst at the wheel. He 'ummmed' and 'ahhhed' about it and thought, “well I made for that very reason, to 'get it out there”, It was inspired by the … [Read more...] about Driver Fatigue
What Your Emergency Plan Needs To Contain
What Your Emergency Plan Needs To Contain Guest post The unfortunate will happen, accidents will occur — but when they happen is undetermined. However, just because you’re not able to accurately figure out when these accidents will take place does not mean you cannot be prepared. Although your … [Read more...] about What Your Emergency Plan Needs To Contain
permanently life altering personal damage occurrences
The permanently life altering personal damage occurrences (Accidents) I have been associated with by the Late George Robotham Introduction During my 38 years involvement in OHS I have been associated with 13 fatalities, a case of paraplegia, a serious burns case and a major stress incident. The … [Read more...] about permanently life altering personal damage occurrences
The Safety Blame Game
The Safety Blame Game Far too many people involved in OHS, including some Safety People, spend too much time playing the blame game. Article by the late George Robotham When you pick up the newspaper and listen to the television or radio you will find terms like driver error, human error and … [Read more...] about The Safety Blame Game
Playground Safety
Playground Safety All kids like to spend some time at the playground no matter what time of the year it is. The biggest challenge for parents and caregivers is ensuring that the playground is safe for the child. It is important that the child’s playground area is carefully examined prior to … [Read more...] about Playground Safety
Getting the best help from your safety committee
Getting the best help from your safety committee Extract of an article from: Getting the best help from your safety committee | HR Magazine | Find Articles at BNET. If property directed, trained, empowered and provided the necessary financial and personnel resources, safety committees … [Read more...] about Getting the best help from your safety committee
Safety Slogans for Work
Safety Slogans for Work See our full list of Safety Slogans HERE - we think it is the worlds largest collection of safety slogans Here are just a few: “Safety by Design” from Scott H. at URS Corporation. There’s no face like your own, wear face protection. Near miss reported today, … [Read more...] about Safety Slogans for Work
