By: Daniel Clark | Safety and Quality Management System Specialist
By: Addison Moore | Director of Marketing
A leave of absence (LOA) is time off from work that has been authorized by the employer. During this period the employee is not undertaking their job tasks but retains their status as an employee. They may or may not continue to receive paychecks and employee benefits depending on the employer'...
Occupational health and safety (OHS) is a branch of public health aimed at improving workplace health and safety standards. It studies injury and illness trends in the worker population and offers suggestions for mitigating the risks and hazards they encounter on the job.Every occupation has health...
A resource is something that can be used for making profits or benefits, whether that be a source, supply, or support. Resources are often natural sources of wealth or features to improve quality of life. Resources are essential elements of a business, including land, capital, material, machines,...
Performing a risk assessment is the first step to understanding what kind of safety gloves you'll need.
The NRR is critical to ensure adequate hearing protection. Unfortunately, using it isn't always straightforward.
By: Karoly Ban Matei | HR and Safety Manager
Falls can be deadly at heights as low as six feet.There is a saying in the safety world: "It's not the fall that kills you; it's the sudden stop at the end of it." The fall's impact on the body and the worker's collision with the point of impact are usually what causes a...
By: Karoly Ban Matei | HR and Safety Manager
Both HAZID and HAZOP are risk analysis tools used in workplace settings. They are, however, separated procedures with distinct purposes:HAZOP (Hazard and Operabiltiy Study) is used to identify abnormalities in the work environment and pinpoint their root causesHAZID (Hazard Identification) is a...
Hot work and cold work permits are work permits that authorize controlled work in nonstandard, potentially hazardous conditions. They consist of specific instructions regarding the nature of the job, time and place, and communicate information regarding safety procedures.Hot Work PermitsHot work...
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there have been 42 workplace fatalities due to environmental heat reported in 2018 in the US, followed by 34 in 2019...
By: Karoly Ban Matei | HR and Safety Manager
Until recently, discussions of disability in the workplace were not commonplace. Because of this, many of us assumed that workers with disabilities were themselves rare,...
By: Karoly Ban Matei | HR and Safety Manager
Safety involves carefully drafted policies, precise protocols, and mountains of protective gear. But above all, safety is about people.That's why we have chosen to...
By: Tamara Parris
No matter your situation, objectives, or processes, implementing key performance indicators (KPIs) or key risk indicators (KRIs) is crucial for the continuous...
By: Youssef Nohra, Ph.D. | EHS, Environmental & ESG, and Content Manager
2023 isn't over yet, but we've already experienced an unprecedented series of extreme climate events.We had the hottest June on record, followed immediately by...
By: Daniel Clark | Safety and Quality Management System Specialist
A successfully managed warehouse is one where every item is fully accounted for, easily found, and can be transported from Point A to Point B as efficiently as possible...
By: Safeopedia Staff
Every month, members of the Safeopedia community come together for an online member's book club to discuss important workplace health and safety topics, share their...
By: Tamara Parris
In the fast-paced and complex world of manufacturing, efficiency and precision are paramount to a company's success. Manufacturers striving to meet ever-increasing...
By: Addison Moore | Director of Marketing
I have noticed a trend lately. Instead of repeating the familiar slogan "safety first," I've heard people saying "people first."The first time I...
By: Bryan McWhorter | Lead Safety Advisor, Author, Writer, Speaker
2023 has been, and continues to be, the most severe wildfire season in recorded North American history, with the severity eclipsing even the newsworthy California fires...
By: Daniel Clark | Safety and Quality Management System Specialist
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is a critical component for any safety program, including those designed to protect construction workers. It is an employer's...
By: Nick Warrick | Sales Manager
Violence is an occupational hazard that can affect employees in any field or industry. OSHA defines workplace violence as an act or threat of “physical violence,...
By: Yasmine Mustafa | Co-Founder & CEO
In this insightful episode, Scott Cuthbert, CEO and Co-Founder of Safeopedia and Gabe Encarnacion, VP of BBL Safety, sit down with their esteemed guest, Colleen Madsen,...
By: Scott Cuthbert | CEO & Co-Founder
In an era where speed and efficiency are paramount, warehouse design and layout play an increasingly significant role. However, while efficiency is a vital aspect of...
By: Alex Selwitz
Risk management is a critical pillar of organizational governance, but the degree of uptake varies tremendously from company to company. Some enterprises face the...
By: Daniel Clark | Safety and Quality Management System Specialist
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Bryan McWhorter is a safety professional with eight years of experience in driving and teaching safety. Bryan gained his knowledge and experience as the safety officer and Senior Trainer for Philips Lighting. Philips is a strong health and well-being company that promotes a safety first culture.
Karoly has worked at a senior level (both as an employee and a contractor) for organizations in the construction and manufacturing industries. He has a passion for developing and improving health and safety programs.
Daniel Clark is the founder and President of Clark Health and Safety Ltd., providing safety and quality consultation across various industries in Calgary, Alberta. Daniel has a Bachelor of Science degree, certification in health and safety, certificates in both CAD design and CNC, auditing certifications and the designation of Canadian Registered Safety Professional. Being raised and practicing in Calgary, the heart of Canada’s energy industry, most of Daniel’s career has been energy related. He has performed safety and quality roles from field supervision to office-based administration and management. Daniel’s consulting business has worked with organizations offering engineering services, restoration, pipeline, environmental, manufacturing and food service.