For decades, emergency alarm systems were designed around fixed infrastructure: hardwired panels, permanent installations, and static environments. Modern workplaces do not operate that way anymore. Construction sites change regularly. Industrial layouts shift. Temporary projects come and go. Businesses need safety systems that keep pace with…
Have you noticed that red, yellow, and green are universal colours for hazard identification? From traffic lights that dictate our daily commutes to emergency signs and equipment, these colours are universally accepted symbols for warning, caution, and safety. The choice of these colours is rooted…
It’s important to regularly test your Orisent emergency alert system to ensure that your workers know how to trigger an evacuation or medical emergency alert, that the hardware and software is working as it should, and your emergency response personnel understand what action to take. How often you test your system, and how you test it, is up to you to determine.
Regardless of the type of work environment your business operates within, it should have an up-to-date emergency plan which includes an evacuation and nurse call system. Depending on the type of system, you might need a specialist to hard wire it into your premises. If you’re using an Orisent system, you’ll just need to identify where you want to install your evacuation or nurse call triggers, and evacuation sirens, then power up your devices and test.
The brain is one of the most vital organs in our body, and trauma to the brain, even seemingly minor head injuries, can cause permanent behavioural and cognitive problems, such as memory loss, an inability to concentrate, sleep disorders and in some cases, permanent disability or death.
Hard hats – one of the most simple yet innovative pieces of safety equipment, have been used since days of old, where they evolved from a helmet used to provide protection solely in warfare, to the standard protective hard hats we see in industry today.
The average person will spend approximately 90,000 hours, or one third of their life, at work. Businesses are required to ensure (under the WHS Act) that workers and other persons are not exposed to health and safety risks arising from the business or undertaking. Specific obligations includes:
Management have a duty to exercise due diligence to ensure that the business is complying with regulations. Workers have a duty to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and must not
adversely affect the health and safety of other persons. Everyone on site must comply with any
reasonable instruction and cooperate with any reasonable policy or procedure relating to
health and safety at the workplace, such as procedures for first aid and for reporting injuries
and illnesses.
When it comes to construction sites, safety and health should always be the top priority. With the construction industry facing its fair share of hazards, it’s crucial for construction safety professionals to employ a systematic approach such as the Hierarchy of Controls.
The rapid evolution of technology has transformed numerous aspects of our lives, and workplace safety is no exception. Emergency evacuation and nurse call systems are traditionally hard wired, but Orisent utilises a range of technologies to ensure the devices that form part of the system communicate wirelessly. How and why do we do this?
October is National Safe Work Month, an annual initiative aimed at raising awareness about workplace health and safety. It provides an opportunity to share valuable resources and offer free training courses to safety managers. However, ensuring safety at work is a collective responsibility, and there are numerous ways in which a workplace can be made safer. Take a look at this list of 10 strategies that can significantly enhance safety standards.
Do any of these strategies resonate with you? Are you currently utilising a robust emergency alert system on your premises in case of an emergency? When was the last time you reviewed and updated your emergency plan and procedures? If you’re interested in learning more about how we can assist you in updating your emergency processes on-site, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Has your workplace made the smart decision to invest in a comprehensive range of safety equipment, including evacuation triggers, evacuation sirens, nurse call triggers, fire extinguishers, fire blankets, first aid kits, and even a defibrillator? While these tools are essential for ensuring workplace safety, it’s important to remember that they require regular maintenance to function optimally.
