No matter what industry you work in, there is always a risk of falls. In 2023 falls were a part of eleven of the forty-three fatal work-related incidents in Irish workplaces. Slips, trips, and falls are the second highest single cause of workplace injuries according to the HSA. So, how can we prevent falls?
To really understand how to prevent a fall we first need to know what counts as a fall. A fall is considered to be when an employee loses balance and unintentionally drops to a lower level. Falls can happen from the same level – tripping over an obstruction or from a higher level – for example downstairs, scaffolding or an elevated platform.
Now we know what falls are, we can look at some ways to prevent them. Some straightforward ways to prevent falls are with lighting, PPE, and employee training.
There are also some simple fixes you can use to further eliminate the risk of falls from your business. The easiest way to do this is with regular cleaning. Regular Cleaning means that you can remove hazards, organize and clean up slippery surfaces. By doing this you can clean up any obstructions from the ground. By also Removing Obstacles, your business can be much safer in a simple fashion.
Risk Assessment Method Statements are becoming a key health and safety document. RAMS also known as the safe system of work, are part risk assessment part method statement. RAMS can be used to assess the likelihood and severity of risks. They can plan control measures to eliminate risks. RAMS can detail how specific activities can be conducted safely.
With FlexManager, all the diverse types of RAMS can be arranged with different sections available per type. You can access these in both the web and mobile app, and they can transition through review stages and get signed off by participants to promote safety in the face of considerable risk tasks.
This blog focused on a topic relevant to the RAMS module, which is part of the Health & Safety solution. This is one of six core solutions that forms an all-in-one solution, providing organisations with a complete overview of their operations to ensure they achieve their compliance goals. To find out more about RAMS, or any other module at FlexManager, please get in touch with our team through our Contact section, or visit the RAMS module page.
Welcome to the New Year, where safety takes centre stage in Canada’s bustling construction industry. As we embark on fresh projects and challenges, let’s dive into some eye-opening statistics that highlight the importance of keeping safety at the forefront. Did you know that over 40,000 construction workers are injured every year in Canada due to…
When used with FlexManager, NFC tags eliminate the need for manual data entry and complex setup processes.
The Data Protection Commission has opened an “inquiry” into Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) Tallaght relating to the physical safety and security of children’s health records.
No matter what industry you work in, there is always a risk of falls. In 2023 falls were a part of eleven of the forty-three fatal work-related incidents in Irish workplaces. Slips, trips, and falls are the second highest single cause of workplace injuries according to the HSA. So, how can we prevent falls?
Canada’s push for national safety harmonization is picking up speed, with ministers and safety officials across the country ramping up preparations for a pivotal meeting this fall. The tone has shifted from cautious optimism to active engagement, as Nova Scotia and Ontario take center stage in the drive to align safety regulations and training standards nationwide.
Peter Mullins gives an overview of our Contractor Pre-Qualification module, the recent changes in our latest release, and the benefits of the module, which allows for a greater overview of contracting companies so they meet compliance standards.
Organisations typically have a number of questions when it comes to implementing a new system, especially when the system brings together multiple key operational areas. We have identified some of the main questions that have been asked about our connected solutions, and the core solutions that make up the FlexManager platform. Whether you are new to the idea of an interconnected software, or looking to find out more, this article will provide clarity on 7 of the common queries asked about the FlexManager Connected Solution.
When compliance processes are manual, disconnected, or scattered across different folders and formats, the entire system becomes harder to manage. From handwritten inspection forms, email chains on the status of an incident report, or Excel spreadsheets for training logs, the paperwork can quietly pile up until it becomes a full-time job to sort it out!
Sudbury’s Boilermakers training hall rises in steel and concrete as Ontario commits more than $13 million from the Skills Development Fund to train over 1,000 welders, boilermakers, ironworkers and miners across the region. “President Trump’s tariffs are a direct attack on our country, on our province and on our workers,” Labour Minister David Piccini says, casting the funding as protection for paycheques and worker safety.
In today’s construction and manufacturing industries, maintaining compliance and managing assets isn’t just a regulatory requirement, it’s a critical function that protects people, productivity, and reputation. When operations span multiple sites or project locations, this task becomes significantly more complex. Without consistent standards and visibility across all locations, even small gaps in compliance or asset oversight can lead to major consequences.
We are Excited to Announce a New Feature to Toolbox Talks! Exciting news is on the horizon with our Toolbox Talks module. Our latest innovation is that once employees are logged into the FlexManager app, they can scan a QR code that will allow them to sign into the toolbox talk. No more passing around…
Data from Astutis has revealed that a growing number of UK employees are funding their own health and safety training from their own pockets. The report revealed that one in every 10 employees funded their own training, raising serious concerns about under-investment and culture gaps across industries such as construction, logistics and manufacturing.
In our most recent update, we made improvements to our Contractor Manager and Task Manager modules. We asked our lead trainer, Daniel Meehan, to take some time to describe some of the new features designed for our clients to help them in their day to day.
Employee Bulletin: Our New & Exciting Innovation We are proud to announce the launch of our latest innovation: the Employee Bulletin module. Designed to modernise internal communication, this new tool enables HR teams and department leads to share critical updates, team announcements, and company news directly through the FlexManager all-in-one platform. The Employee Bulletin module…
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