ALERT

Free Webinar - Heat Stress: Are you remembering these 2 pieces of PPE?

Jamie Young

Our Core Purpose is to support and recognize the valuable contribution made by EH&S professionals, who are often under valued. Our Mission is to create the single most comprehensive Environmental Health & Safety resource for EH&S professionals globally.

All accidents are preventable so let's work together to improve the culture of public and workplace safety for everyone. Safety starts with you!

Connect:

Articles by Jamie Young

Introducing Safeopedia's Content Advisory Board Introducing Safeopedia's Content Advisory Board Introducing Safeopedia's Content Advisory Board Introducing Safeopedia's Content Advisory Board


Introducing Safeopedia's Content Advisory Board

Jobsite Housekeeping Jobsite Housekeeping Jobsite Housekeeping Jobsite Housekeeping


Keeping the work area tidy can mean preventing injuries due to trips over loose equipment and materials. Learn how you can practice good...

On the Edge: Safety Around Leading Edges On the Edge: Safety Around Leading Edges On the Edge: Safety Around Leading Edges On the Edge: Safety Around Leading Edges


Learn what a leading edge is and what precautions must be taken when working near leading edges.

New Worker Orientation New Worker Orientation New Worker Orientation New Worker Orientation


New workers are a hazard when not properly trained. Make sure your employees have an orientation that covers all the right bases.

Power and Extension Cords Power and Extension Cords Power and Extension Cords Power and Extension Cords


Learn the importance of inspecting power cords and how to properly use and store extension cords.

How to Prevent Slips, Trips and Falls How to Prevent Slips, Trips and Falls How to Prevent Slips, Trips and Falls How to Prevent Slips, Trips and Falls


Learn about common causes of slips, trips and falls, and what you can do to prevent them from happening.

Ladders: Extend Your Reach Without Shortening Your Life Ladders: Extend Your Reach Without Shortening Your Life Ladders: Extend Your Reach Without Shortening Your Life Ladders: Extend Your Reach Without Shortening Your Life


Mose people don't think twice before climbing a ladder, but it can have serious risks. Learn about safe ladder use and what to look for in...

The Top 5 Causes of Disabling Injuries in the Workplace The Top 5 Causes of Disabling Injuries in the Workplace The Top 5 Causes of Disabling Injuries in the Workplace The Top 5 Causes of Disabling Injuries in the Workplace


Disabling injuries account for more than 70 percent of all injuries that occur on the job. And the cost - to both employers and their...

Q&A by Jamie Young

Do hard hats expire? Do hard hats expire? Do hard hats expire? Do hard hats expire?


This can be a bit confusing because OSHA doesn't specify a set expiry date for hard hats. But that doesn't mean you can use them...