The Dangers of Hyper-Safety: A Critical Examination By Dr. Rob Long Published on November 23, 2024, this article delves into the troubling phenomenon of hyper-safety, particularly highlighted by recent events in New Zealand. Hyper-safety, characterized by an excessive focus on risk aversion, often leads to the suppression of critical thinking, intelligence, and the ability to […]
“`html Understanding Risk Intelligence in the Workplace In the evolving landscape of workplace safety, comprehending how individuals make judgments and decisions is vital for enhancing risk intelligence. Recent discussions highlight the importance of cultural contexts and the social psychology of risk in addressing workplace challenges. The Importance of Social Psychology of Risk The Social Psychology […]
OSHA Releases Annual Top 10 Violations List for 2023 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has unveiled its annual list of the most frequently cited violations for the fiscal year 2023, which ran from October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2023. This year marks the 13th consecutive year that general requirements for fall protection […]
Scaling AED Programs: Remote Monitoring Enhances Efficiencies at Lower Costs When cardiac arrest occurs, Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are vital, as they can significantly improve survival rates by doubling or even tripling the chances of recovery if utilized within the first three minutes. However, many organizations find it challenging to maintain AED readiness, especially when […]