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SAFETY IN PRACTICE

Safe Work Month Should Change Something
17 8 min

Safe Work Month Should Change Something

National Safe Work Month should lead to more than awareness. Use October to verify controls, close overdue actions, redesign recurring risk and make practical WHS improvements that still protect people after the campaign ends.

Kris Cotter
Kris Cotter
09/28/2026
When Dementia Touches Work, Support Needs to Be Practical
11 8 min

When Dementia Touches Work, Support Needs to Be Practical

Dementia can affect workers directly or through caring responsibilities. Learn how practical adjustments, fatigue management, confidentiality and individual risk planning can help workplaces provide respectful, workable support.

Kris Cotter
Kris Cotter
09/21/2026
The Risk Warning Might Already Be in the Conversation
14 12 min

The Risk Warning Might Already Be in the Conversation

Everyday safety conversations can reveal risks before they become incidents. Learn how better questions, listening, consultation and follow-through help leaders turn worker concerns into practical WHS action.

Kris Cotter
Kris Cotter
09/14/2026
A Scaffold Is Not Safe Just Because It Is Standing
33 10 min

A Scaffold Is Not Safe Just Because It Is Standing

A scaffold can look complete and still carry serious fall risks. Learn why safe scaffold use depends on competent erection, clear handover, physical inspection, controlled changes, supervision and worker confidence to stop before stepping on.

Kris Cotter
Kris Cotter
09/07/2026
Emergency Plans Need Practice, Not Just Paperwork
17 9 min

Emergency Plans Need Practice, Not Just Paperwork

Emergency plans only work when people know how to use them. Learn why realistic drills, clear roles, communication, debriefs and practical response testing matter.

Kris Cotter
Kris Cotter
08/17/2026
A Training Card Is Not the Same as Site-Ready Competency
23 8 min

A Training Card Is Not the Same as Site-Ready Competency

A training card matters, but it does not prove site-ready competency. Learn why plant safety depends on equipment, conditions, supervision and practical verification.

Kris Cotter
Kris Cotter
08/10/2026
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