Health and Safety Blog

Make no mistake: one of the most dangerous threats to workplace safety is hiding in plain sight: Complacency. We all know the tell-tale signs of assumptions, distractions, and overconfidence when we see them but, unfortunately, their impact is often not realised until it is too late. Left unchecked, complacency can lead to a serious injury or even the loss of a life! 

This blog post explains what a hazard in the workplace is, the difference between a hazard and a risk, the most common workplace hazards, and the importance of addressing both hazards and human error to improve overall workplace safety.

Fire Prevention Week (6-12 October) focuses on building safety habits that become instinctive during emergencies. YOUFactors promotes turning fire safety practices into automatic responses, protecting lives at work and home.

This blog post explains what Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) is, why it's important and how it helps ensure a safer workplace.

The Human Error Assessment and Reduction Technique (HEART) is a method for predicting and reducing human error in complex tasks by identifying conditions that increase the likelihood of mistakes. This blog explains how HEART works, its key features, and how it can enhance safety across various industries.

In workplace safety, not every incident leads to an accident. Sometimes, we experience those heart-pounding moments known as "near misses" or "close calls". These are the situations that almost result in injury or damage but thankfully don't. Recognizing and addressing these near misses is essential for preventing future accidents and maintaining a safer working environment.

Learn to spot the red flags of a weak workplace safety culture and discover effective strategies to enhance safety, reduce accidents, and boost overall productivity in your organization.

Workplace safety training often gets a bad rap for being dull and uninspiring. Even if we all know it's crucial for reducing workplace incidents and building a culture of safety; the challenge is making it engaging enough that workers actually pay attention, absorb the material, and implement what they've learned.

When it comes to workplace safety, understanding the different types of injuries is key to protecting both employees and employers. One important term to know is "Lost Time Injury" (LTI). In this post, we’ll break down what LTIs are, give you examples, and explain how to calculate them so you can better assess safety in your workplace.

Investing in EHS software reduces workplace accidents, saving businesses significant costs while improving productivity and employee morale. This article explores the financial and operational benefits of EHS systems, including real-world examples like Alcoa’s safety transformation.

This guide provides an overview of essential metrics, including SOFR, TRIR, and LTIFR, and outlines effective strategies for monitoring and improving behavioral safety in your organization.

When it comes to habit-building, there are countless apps designed to help with personal goals and wellness. That’s why we’ve put together a handy list of habit-building apps specifically designed for the professional world.

Whether it's a notification on your phone or a suggestion from your GPS, these nudges guide us towards better choices without us even realizing it. But what exactly is digital nudging, and how can we harness its power in our daily lives?

Habit-forming apps are transforming workplace efficiency and safety by helping employees build positive habits. HR and HSE managers can use these tools to boost engagement and overall performance.

Remote work has become a significant part of the modern work landscape, bringing both benefits and unique challenges. This blog post provides essential guidelines and a comprehensive checklist to ensure workplace health and safety for remote employees.

Explore top strategies for enhancing workplace safety: implement legal compliance, conduct risk assessments, develop safety culture, and integrate technology.

Human error can have significant costs and impacts, but by implementing practical error reduction techniques and tools like YOUFactors, individuals and organisations can create a safer and more efficient environment.

Discover 14 essential workplace safety tips to create a risk-free environment. From fostering a safety culture to leveraging technology, this guide offers practical strategies to prevent accidents, boost productivity, and ensure everyone's wellbeing at work.

Workplace safety matters more than you might think. This article digs into why ignoring it can hurt everyone - from workers to bosses to whole communities. It shows how taking safety seriously isn't just the right thing to do, it's also smart business. Learn why safety should be a top priority in any workplace.

This blog post explores the key concepts and practical applications of Behavior-Based Safety (BBS). We highlight its crucial role in boosting workplace safety through behavioral interventions and fostering a proactive safety culture.

Combining proactive and reactive approaches, personal safety apps are an effective solution to enhance workplace security for lone workers.

Human error, particularly the mental and physical states of rushing, complacency, frustration, and fatigue, is the primary cause of most vehicle accidents.

Discover how workplace safety software solutions can reduce human error and enhance overall safety. This blog explores digital tools that help safety managers identify, manage, and mitigate risks for a safer work environment.

Discover how employee safety software mitigates workplace hazards through effective training, enhanced communication, streamlined incident management, and data-driven strategies.

Learn the basics of Safety Management Systems (SMS), a key part of workplace safety and meeting regulations, in this detailed blog post.

Habit-building apps use personalization and gamification to cultivate positive workplace habits. Benefits include improved productivity, reduced stress, better safety metrics, and a motivated, satisfied workforce.

Traditional Health and Safety Management Systems focus on compliance and risk management but often overlook the complexity of human behavior, leading to disengagement and a false sense of security.

Ensuring workplace safety is a top priority for HSE Managers. Here are 10 practical workplace safety tips to help you create a safer work environment.

Today's fast-changing workplace highlights the crucial need for effective safety training. Explore how advanced digital learning platforms are transforming how we view, interact with, and carry out safety training, leading to a safer and better-informed future.

Explore how YOUFactors' ISO 27001 Certification elevates data security in health & safety sector. Learn about our commitment to protecting sensitive information.

Let’s face it – workplace safety is no joke. Critical errors such as a lapse in concentration or not looking at what we are doing can lead to serious consequences nobody wants to deal with, from injuries to costly downtime.

Okay, you've heard so many acronyms by now around health and safety that BBS sounds like just another three-letter fad, right? Wrong! BBS programmes turn the old approach on its head.

First developed by Toyota, the ‘Just-In-Time’ (JIT) management approach is all about getting what you need exactly when you need it – and not before or after.

So, here’s a situation you might be all too familiar with: the team are keen to pick up a new skill and the company performance stands to benefit, but the change is proving somehow hard to implement...

With smartphones now an integral part of our daily lives, leveraging their potential as digital companions can significantly enhance well-being, boost safety, and minimize errors through habit-building and timely nudges

Ever feel like you’re doing everything right but still not reaching your full potential? Are mistakes slowing you down, or have you faced errors with more gravity? Let’s see how mastering mistakes can keep you safer and more productive.

Everyone knows that good habits are essential, whether at work or at home. Given that most of our actions are habitual, habit building should be a continuous..

Errors, even smaller ones, have a bigger impact on your life than you probably know. That’s because we each make, at a minimum, dozens of errors a day. Another statistic that many might find to be a revelation: over ninety percent of mishaps are caused by own actions, according to analysis of more than 400 incident reports by SafeStart.