Todd Wells Contributor Bio

Bio

Todd Wells is a safety professional who works to turn complex projects into successes, implementing effective safety initiatives and consistently achieving measurable positive results on his projects.

Todd is currently a Surface Safety Coordinator with Hatch and understands that world-class safety is about establishing a culture that manages risks and workplace behaviors that cost money.

Todd has landed HSE consulting, management and advisory jobs in offshore oil and gas, EPCM and contractor roles on projects that include the construction, hook-up, mating, and commissioning of the Hebron project (a gravity base oil and gas production platform), construction of a new nickel processing plant (Long Harbor Processing Plant) as well as the IOCC iron ore mine, and Voisey’s Bay nickel mine expansion projects to name just a few. Additional HSE experience includes subsea cable installation, pull in, connection and commissioning on the Maritime Link Project, fabrication, marine repairs and refits, utilities and seismic exploration.

Todd is a trained safety professional with a post-graduate diploma Advanced Safety Engineering Technology and Business Management from the College of the North Atlantic in Newfoundland, Canada.

In his off time, you can find Todd spending quality time hanging out, kayaking and mountain biking with his two sons.

Articles by Todd Wells

How to Buy the Right Safety Harness for Your Job

Not all safety harnesses are created equal, but do you know how to choose the right one? This article covers each type and their intended uses.
How to Handle COVID in Remote Working Locations

Remote jobsites are not immune to the risk of COVID-19. Here are the measures you need to take to prevent the spread of the infection.
What Should Be Included in Your Emergency Management Plan

An emergency management plan can help mitigate the damage when the unexpected happens. But what should be included in yours?
Cut-Resistant Leather Gloves: How to Choose What’s Best for You

Finding the right cut-resistant glove for your job can be a little complicated. This guide makes it more simple.
Staying Safe from Head to Toe: Complete Arc Flash Protection

Arc flashes can quickly cause severe injury. Some workers require arc flash protection from head to toe. Here's the equipment they need.
Major Safety Concerns for Concrete Workers and What to Do About Them

Concrete is common in construction projects but poses numerous hazards. Learn about them and what controls you should have in place.
The Most Common Industrial Fire Hazards (and What to Do About Them)

Industrial fires are dangerous and are responsible for shockingly high property damage costs. Find out how to prevent them.
The Basics of Forklift and Heavy Equipment Training

Will you be operating heavy machinery? Here's the kind of training you'll need.
How to Care for Your Work Boots

Few things are as comfortable and reliable as a good pair of work boots. Find out how to make yours last longer.
The Basic Types of Respirators – And How to Select the Right One for Your Workplace

Find out how the different respirators work and which one is best suited for your work application.

Q&A by Todd Wells

Are all safety harnesses the same or are there important differences to keep in mind?

Let's start off with the simple answer: not all safety harnesses are created equal.There are harnesses designed for specific applications and jobs. It is important to know and understand which type of harness is required for...
How often should I replace my respirator cartridge/filter?

First, let's get the obvious out of the way. You should change your filter if it ever goes past its stated expiration date. It is also recommended that you you replace cartridges within six months of opening them, even if...
What questions should I ask to determine whether there is an arc flash risk in my workplace?

An arc flash is an electrical explosion that occurs when electricity short circuits through the ground or air to another phase. The resulting flash can see temperatures of more than 35,000°F, which is hot enough to melt and...
What key points should I include in a safety talk about slips, trips, and falls?

Slips, trips, and falls are among the leading cause of injuries in the US, often resulting in sprains, strains, fractures, broken bones, or concussions.Millions of slips, trips and falls occur every year costing billions of...
How can the right footwear help prevent slips, trips, and falls?

Wearing the wrong footwear can increase your chances of slipping or tripping. Injuries due to slips, trips, and falls cost the US billions of dollars each year and are one of the leading causes of lost time incidents.(Learn...
What is the difference between penetration and permeation?

There are two primary test methods for protective clothing designed to protect from liquid chemicals. Learn about them both here.
What should I look for in a coverall for asbestos abatement work?

Disposable coveralls should be used for asbestos abatement work in order to prevent asbestos contamination of your work clothes. Not any disposable coveralls will do as they can let asbestos fibers enter through the...
How do I choose the right fabric that will protect me from chemicals when purchasing disposable protective clothing?

Before choosing disposable protective clothing, you first need to need to ascertain what the disposable protective clothing will protect the worker from. Assess what the main hazards are and what you need protection from. Do...
What is required on a GHS label?

The term GHS stands for the Globally Harmonized System Classification and Labelling of Chemicals. It classifies chemicals and communicates hazard and health and safety information to users through safety data sheets and...
How long should my work boots last?

Your work boots could last anywhere between several months and several years. It all depends on a number of factors:The quality of your work bootsThe material they're made fromThe distance you walk in themThe type of surface...
How can I find the most comfortable work boots?

When you work hard and spend your whole day in a pair of work boots, you naturally want and deserve the most comfortable pair you can get. If you are like me and spend 12 hours per day (every day, for two to three weeks...