McRisk Aversion So, do McDonalds have a valid reason to ban pedestrians from using their drive thru, is this type of control effective and is it actually making things safer? See more examples like this on our “This Toaster Is Hot Page” The warning sign is located at the serving window so too … [Read more...] about McRisk Aversion
School ditches rules and loses bullies
School ditches rules and loses bullies Encouraging article about unwrapping the cotton wool, encouraging creative play and ripping up the stupid rules book. While most teachers were horrified before this experiment began, the results have been quite amazing. Kids now have an outlet for their … [Read more...] about School ditches rules and loses bullies
Defending Zero-Injury Goals
Stop Worrying About Injuries: Defending Zero-Injury Goals Ok I have been accused of being unfairly critical of zero harm goals and those who support them – guilty! But I would like to share this blog article by Phil LaDuke – only because Phil has managed to produce a well considered argument, not … [Read more...] about Defending Zero-Injury Goals
Why OHS People Become Cynics
This article was written a year or so ago by the late great George Robotham but never published. There has been a lot of debate lately about whether cynicism and scepticism regarding safety is healthy or toxic (See four indicators of toxic safety culture). I think then it is time for George’s … [Read more...] about Why OHS People Become Cynics
Safety Tips for Forklift Battery
Safety Tips for Forklift Battery Forklift batteries are dangerous to handle in a few situations. Until now, there are many accidents from minor to major occurred with wrong handling, charging or discharging of the batteries. A person handling or driving forklift trucks should know the basics about … [Read more...] about Safety Tips for Forklift Battery
Safety Slogan Resources
safety slogans 2013 Safety Slogans 2013 Safety Slogans Seems like a few companies like to kick safety off each year with fresh new safety slogans or even boost awareness by running a safety slogan competition based around the new year. Here are a few we have been sent already. Thanks to Bev and … [Read more...] about Safety Slogan Resources
If You Don’t Have Something Important To Say About Safety Then Shut Up
If You Don’t Have Something Important To Say About Safety Then Shut Up By Phil La Duke who says: What harm is there in talking about safety trivia? Plenty. In this week's post I explore the dangers of pointless safety talks. I hope you will give it a read and let me know what you … [Read more...] about If You Don’t Have Something Important To Say About Safety Then Shut Up
Congratulations-we made it
Congratulations - we made it - I can't believe it! If you were born before the 90s then you are one of the extraordinary few who has made it this far and you will love this short video. Kids these days are lucky to have the Regulators to protect them! Remember when nobody had ever heard of Risk … [Read more...] about Congratulations-we made it
So Which Is The Greater Safety Risk?
So Which Is The Greater Safety Risk? When people see photos of the walking trail to the tea house 2,160 m (7,087 ft) up on the southern peak of Mt. Huashan in China, they react with OMG!, No way!, That would never happen here!. But, on any morning on any weekday in any modern western city, how many … [Read more...] about So Which Is The Greater Safety Risk?
Risk Based Safety Management – When Two Worlds Collide
Risk Based Safety Management – When Two Worlds Collide An interesting thought provoker by Merv Sher on his blog – read the whole article here A few extracts from the article: Australia enjoys a raft of multi-tiered sets of safety legislation, from the Federal Model WHS Act which has been … [Read more...] about Risk Based Safety Management – When Two Worlds Collide