Stop‑work orders issued following propane facility blast
Manitoba’s Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) branch has halted certain operations following an explosion that injured three employees late last month, according to a report.
2025 HSEQ Rewind: Rediscover Essential Compliance Insights
It has been a busy year for FlexManager, as we sought to keep you informed on the topics relevant to HSEQ professionals. We were delighted to share our blogs with you this year, and with that in mind, we wanted to share a summary of all the topics we touched on this year! If there is any subject matter you would like to suggest for our 2026 blogs, feel free to send them to marketing@flexmanager.com !
With that being said, let’s explore what we discussed this year in our blogs:
Get to Know ISO:
- What is the International Organisation for Standardisation?
- ISO 14001: Environmental Management Systems
- ISO 9001: Quality Management Systems
- ISO 45001: Occupational Health & Safety
- ISO 27001: Information Security, Cybersecurity, & Privacy Protection
- ISO Compliance Made Simple: Your Complete Guide to “Get to Know ISO” Series
- How can I be ISO-ready? This is the approach to take with FlexManager
Tech Tips:
Environmental (Green topics):
Day-to-Day Work Environment:
- Keep your Cool: Have Heat Awareness this Summer
- Allostatic Load: Why Stress Management is Critical for Workplace Health
- Want to Avoid Slippery Slopes? Here are our Tips for preventing Slips, Trips, & Falls
- Listen Up! Be Aware of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
- Celebrating European Smoke Alarm Day with Essential Fire Safety Tips
- Why should I create Comprehensive Safety Documentation?
- How can I protect my Employees this Winter? Essential Cold Weather Tips
FlexManager Module-Specific:
- FlexManager’s Connected Solutions: 7 Frequently Asked Questions
- Efficiency & Compliance: How to Develop a Strong Contractor Management Strategy
- Location Management: Achieve Compliance on All of your Sites
- How to Run an Effective Metting: Structure, Accountability, & the Right Tools
- Let your Data speak for you: How Dashboards can Communicate your message
- Lone Worker Safety: What should I know?
- Emergency Evacuations: Is your Business Prepared?
- How can I transform near misses into Lessons Learnt this Halloween?
- Are Your Workflows Running on Zombie Mode?
- Document Control: How can FlexManager be used to ensure my documents are current?
- Why is Upskilling essential in a compliance-driven environment?
- Balance your Compliance & Accountibility with Task Manager
Client Painpoints:
- All-in-one platforms can end the Multi-tool Compliance Nightmare
- Proving Compliance Shouldn’t be this hard: When Admin Chaos becomes a risk
- Is my Data becoming a Liability? The risk of Disconnected Compliance Reporting
- The Cost of no Real-time Visibility: Poor Compliance Decisions and Increased Risk
- Ensuring your Assets Last: Compliance as a 1st Line of Defence
- Growing Pains: How Expansion can Strain your Systems
- No Buy-in, No Compliance: Closing the Frontline Gap
Product Showcase:
GameChangers:
- From 2-3 modules to Full-Scale Compliance Excellence
- Google Translate API to Empower Global Teams
- Digital Contractor Verification
- Innovative Risk Scoring Matrices
- Trusted in Data Security
- Unlock Mobile-to-Desktop Integration for Compliance Success
- How Single Sign On Simplifies Access and Strengthens Security
We would like to thank you for tuning into our posts over the past year, and we look forward to sharing more topics with you in 2026!
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Irish Dog Foods
Paper-based documentation and processes limited visibility and the tracking of quality audits, non-conformances, and equipment status across different buildings. Preventative maintenance was difficult to prioritise, track, and report on. As the organisation continued to grow, maintaining consistent health and safety practices and quality standards became increasingly challenging.
Gamechangers: Geolocation for Operational Visibility
Compliance audits, incident investigations, and safety management all hinge on accurate, real-time location data. Yet, many organizations still rely on manual tracking, spreadsheets, or outdated systems, which can lead to gaps in compliance, delayed responses to incidents, and unnecessary operational risk. Geolocation technology is emerging as a gamechanger, offering the ability to monitor, verify, and manage workforce and assets with precision and accountability.
Want to Learn more about our Job Risk Management Module?
Job Hazard Analysis, Pre-task Planning, Safe Work Plan. Different organisations undertake the same process, but have different naming regimens. No matter what you call it, we have it covered through our Job Risk Management (JRM) module.
UK Government plans to train next generation of construction workers
Thousands more young people will be given the opportunity to train as bricklayers, plumbers and engineers as the government creates 13,000 apprenticeship and T Level placement opportunities as part of its plan to transform school buildings.
5 Steps to Start Building a Speak Up Safety Culture
Previously, we explored why Speak Up Safety matters. Understanding the risks of silence, the benefits of early reporting, and the role of culture sets the stage. Now, the focus shifts to how to put this into practice. Culture doesn’t change through slogans or posters. It changes when employees feel safe, supported, and confident that reporting hazards leads to action.
Gamechangers: On-site Safety Observations
Safety observations are proactive reports of hazards, near-misses, or unsafe behaviours. When captured effectively, they can prevent incidents before they occur. Encouraging employees to consistently share observations, especially if they are anonymous, is often a challenge.
UK Department for Environment publish PFAS Plan
The UK's Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs published their Policy Paper entitled: "PFAS Plan: Building a safer Future together" on February 3rd.
Canadian Construction Safety Council unveils critical risks framework
Last week, the Canadian Construction Safety Council (CCSC) released its Critical Risks Guideline, a framework designed to prevent serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs) in the sector.
Speak up Safety Culture: Why is it more important than ever?
In high-risk industries, most serious incidents are preceded by warning signs such as near misses, unsafe behaviours, or hazards that someone noticed but did not report. Employees often stay silent because they are unsure how to raise concerns, fear blame, or believe nothing will change.
FlexManager Proud Supporters of the SROWSL
Last week, we were delighted to present prizes to the winners of the Shannon Region Open Water Swim League (SROWSL), an event we’re proud to sponsor. Congratulations to the overall 2025 winner, Cormac Lyons of Limerick Masters, along with all the swimmers who took part across the league.
3 Occupational health and safety (OHS) Solutions for 2026
Q1 is often a time when HSEQ or EHS professionals evaluate the different systems that they have in place for the running of their day-to-day operations. With a fresh perspective on what objectives are being prioritised for the year ahead, utilising an occupational health and safety (OHS) solution can make the difference. Here are 3 such solutions that you can put into focus to ensure your health and safety objectives are not only met, but surpassed.