A new year often brings fresh targets, shifting regulatory expectations, and rising pressure to do more with less. It can also offer a chance for organisations to refine your compliance strategy, strengthen safety performance, and address pain points. Let’s explore some of the resolutions to make, to ensure 2026 has compliance at the core.
Compliance issues don’t emerge out of nowhere. Outdated procedures or near-misses that never make it into the system are some of the indicators that should highlight an underlying risk. These should be dealt with in a proactive manner to avoid incidents.
This year, try to focus on:
Even the best compliance strategies fall apart if the process is too complex. Paper forms, inconsistent contractor onboarding, or unclear workflows slow people down and increase error rates.
Compliance should never sit on the shoulders of one department. A strong system assigns clear ownership, transparent tracking, and follow-through.
Modules like Task Manager create a clear chain of accountability with timestamps, responsible persons, and progress tracking.
Many HSEQ teams have data, but it is crucial that the data is useful. The goal for 2026 should be transforming data into actionable insights.
Focus your energy on:
When data flows automatically into dashboards, HSEQ leaders can shift from hindsight to foresight.
Compliance resolutions only work when they translate into consistent, everyday behaviours. If you’re planning your HSEQ roadmap for 2026, FlexManager can help you prioritise the right improvements and explore modules that support safer, more compliant operations. Reach out to us through our Contact section.
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.
Ontario’s new administrative monetary penalty (AMP) regime has arrived – and its first live penalty is aimed squarely at enforcing the province’s rules on treating COR, ISO 45001 and other accredited occupational health and safety management systems (OHSMS) as equivalent in public‑sector construction procurement.
A new year often brings fresh targets, shifting regulatory expectations, and rising pressure to do more with less. It can also offer a chance for organisations to refine your compliance strategy, strengthen safety performance, and address pain points. Let’s explore some of the resolutions to take to ensure 2026 has compliance at the core.
The quarrying industry in Ireland has been preparing for a major regulatory shift as the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Quarries) Regulations 2025 have been formally signed into law. Taking effect on 1 January 2026, the new framework is designed to deliver stronger worker protections and simplify compliance processes for operators.
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has published provisional figures showing that 58 people died in work-related incidents in Ireland during 2025, representing a 61% increase on the 36 who died in 2024.
After a comprehensive review completed in 2024 and new legislation introduced in the fall, Nova Scotia will roll out changes to its workers’ compensation system with the start of the new year. According to the Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia (WCB Nova Scotia), most of the legislative amendments to the Workers’ Compensation Act will come into force on Jan. 1, 2026, with key benefit improvements — including full cost‑of‑living indexing — following in 2027.
As we welcome the New Year, FlexManager would like to thank our clients, partners, and team members for helping us make 2025 a year defined by safety, innovation, and compliance excellence.
Louth Fire Service faced several operational challenges related to the management of assets and resources. Maintaining accurate stock levels of critical supplies such as PPE and consumables proved time-consuming. Managing audit and compliance documentation in line with ISO 45001 required a structured and accessible approach.
As we get closer to the end of year, it is time to take stock and ensure that 2026 is a successful, safe year for all personnel. No matter what industry, it is always worthwhile to reflect through a thoughtful end-of-year review process. Before switching off the lights and grabbing that well deserved mince pie, here's 4 things that organisations can consider.
2025 saw us levelling up our platform in a big way. FlexManager Plus was launched to provide a seamless means of providing information throughout organisations, all in one intuitive platform. Having gone through the beta phase with our customers, we are delighted for it to be brought to the forefront of FlexManager.
A large wood manufacturer in Shropshire has been fined £160,000 after an employee sustained life-changing injuries when working at their Ellesmere premises.
QK Cold Stores faced a demanding audit process that was rarely ever fully complete. Managing health and safety across multiple client sites required significant administrative work and constant documentation updates. Preparing for HSA visits was particularly time-consuming to ensure relevant, up-to-date information was ready. This led to inefficiencies and pressure for safety staff to uphold compliance.
Ontario has created a new administrative monetary penalty regime under its Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), giving inspectors the power to issue monetary penalties for health and safety violations as part of a broader package of workplace law changes that took effect November 27, 2025.
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