Accident Investigation: Why It Matters and How to Do It Right Understanding Workplace Accidents Accidents in the workplace are not just unfortunate events; they are valuable learning opportunities. Whether it’s a minor injury or a major incident, every workplace accident should be investigated. By
What is eye strain and why does it happen? Some people working at computers for long periods of time can suffer from eye strain experiencing eye fatigue, difficulty focusing and headaches.One of the reasons this can occur is because your eyes need to work
Accelerated Silicosis: What Workers in the Engineered Stone Industry Need to Know Accelerated silicosis is a serious lung disease that can develop after relatively short‐term exposure to high concentrations of crystalline silica dust. This disease has become more common among people who work with
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in New Zealand. We also have one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. Most skin cancers are caused by excessive Ultra Violet Radiation Exposure (UVR), which is at its highest during the daylight
Prevention of damage to skin caused by ultraviolet sunlight includes UVB & UVA. UVB the short powerful and harmful rays that affect the outer layer of the skin. It causes sunburn and melanin production to provide a tan. It also damages DNA, leading to
