Tailored safety training
Tailoring Safety Training for Staff and Contractors One-Size-Does-Not-Fit-All in Safety Training Workplaces rely on a mix of employees and contractors, each with different roles, risks, and safety needs. However, many businesses still apply generic safety training, failing to address the specific hazards faced by each group. Tailored safety training ensures that all workers—whether permanent staff or contractors—are well-equipped to maintain a safe work environment. Digital platforms like EazySafe help businesses deliver tailored safety programs that…
Stay Safe on Ladders: How to Prevent Falls & Serious Injuries
Ladder Safety: Common Ladder-Related Risks and How to Avoid Them Why Ladder Safety Matters Ladders are an essential tool used in homes, workplaces, and construction sites worldwide. While they make tasks like painting, repairs, and installations easier, they also pose significant safety risks when not used correctly. Every year, thousands of people suffer injuries due to ladder-related accidents, many of which could have been prevented with proper knowledge and precautions. Whether you are a professional…
Hybrid Work Model
Hybrid Work Model GEMMA COLLINS DOYLE EHS Consultant EazySAFE In 2020 the world changed, in so many ways. While there were many negatives to what we have all had to deal with in the last two years, there is definitely some positives too. One of those positives (for most employees) was the ability to work from home. As workplaces start to reopen, companies are finding that their employees are not eager to give up working…
Manual Handling
Manual Handling GEMMA COLLINS DOYLE EHS Consultant EazySAFE Back injuries and back pain are something that most people suffer during their lifetime. A lot of the time, back injuries happen in the workplace. In fact, according to the HSA manual handling accidents are the most common accidents (2019) and these accidents usually cause back injuries. So, it makes sense for any company to focus on reducing all manual handling risks as much as possible to ensure employees are…
Hidden Dangers – Office Safety
The office is not the first place you would think of when you think of safety at work! Office places would not usually fall into the high-risk category, but this does not mean that no hazards exist here. Let’s take a closer look. A job where most work tasks are carried out while sitting in a chair in a climate-controlled office would …