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Any time an employee is physically or mentally injured while performing their job duties, that's an accident. Incidents are when something occurs but injury or illness is avoided. Check in here for the latest content on incidents and accidents.
The 5 Whys is a simple but powerful tool for uncovering the root causes of safety incidents. Find out why you should be using it.
By: Daniel Clark | Safety and Quality Management System Specialist
No one benefits from accidents. Thankfully, there are concrete steps any employer can take to prevent incidents and protect workers.
By: Safeopedia Staff
Journey to Zero programs are promising, but do they live up to the hype? This deep dive takes a closer look at the facts.
By: Karoly Ban Matei | HR and Safety Manager
Learn how to properly investigate and report accidents in the workplace so that they don't re-occur.
Machine learning to reduce workplace incidents is promising, but is your company ready for it?
By: Brad Hestbak
Stress and burnout can be major contributors to fatal workplace accidents. Learn the signs of burnout and how you can help your employees manage it.
By: Charlotte DiBartolomeo | CEO and Founder of Red Kite Project
The terms are often used interchangeably, but accidents and incidents are not the same thing. Knowing the difference matters for your safety program.
By: Henry Skjerven
Do you know the true cost of a workplace accident? Learn about the hidden costs that could make safety incidents more expensive than you think.
By: Zac Brough | President
An excerpt from the much anticipated release of Leading People Safely: How to Win on the Business BattlefieldBuilding a healthy safety culture is not for the weak. If you play in this arena long enough, odds are that you...
By: Brian Fielkow | CEO, Jetco
Bryan McWhorter shares his experience with accident investigation and provides an outline of the process. Download his easy-to-use accident investigation template here.
By: Bryan McWhorter | Lead Safety Advisor, Author, Writer, Speaker
When it comes to W5 safety, it is important to know how to work and think in a safe manner, but it is also important to take control and keep calm in the event of an accident. Since some companies do not have strict accident...
By: Rob Chernish
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