 Category: Workplace safety
Category: Business >> Workplace safety<< previous page 1 next page >> by WebMarket Reports  [ 2008-06-08 ] Absenteeism is a cost for almost all businesses (except perhaps in totalitarian regimes). Employees can be absent on authorized and scheduled leave to which they are entitled. At other times, they might take unscheduled leave, still within permitted limits. Yet other times, they might just absent themselves. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2008-06-08 ] Automated rostering is an effort at reducing the complexity and cost of the rostering exercise. In areas such as national healthcare, it is highly important that people with the right skills be scheduled to each shift and ward, while at the same time reducing the cost. A typical solution is to engage temporary staff provided by specialist agencies to meet any foreseen shortages. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2008-06-08 ] While a simple spreadsheet-based timesheet is also an electronic timesheet, it is Web based solutions that we generally call an electronic timesheet solution these days. A Web-based solution makes the system accessible to all authorized persons through an Internet-connected computer from anywhere in the world. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2008-06-08 ] Electronic rostering or e-rostering is the process of using the computer's power to the task of rostering. Considering that rostering is a routine job of scheduling workers according to pre-determined rules, which can be many, computers can do it extremely fast compared to humans. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2008-06-08 ] NHS or National Health Service is a UK-wide agency that provides healthcare to UK residents. The agency needs a varied mix of skills to meet the large variety of healthcare demands placed upon its centers. At the same time, the individual centers of the agency cannot be expected to be staffed with all kinds of specialists to meet needs that might arise infrequently. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2008-06-08 ] Nurses must be available 24 hours at health care organizations. This means that shift working is an absolute necessity. However, available nurses cannot be arbitrarily rostered to shifts. Nurse roster management must accommodate the constraints on shift allocation, and other kinds of constraints such as nurses' entitlement to vacations and other kinds of absences. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2008-06-08 ] Even the smaller establishments need staff rostering systems if they employ more than a few staff, and the staff members have to work at different times. These establishments, say, a retail store, might do the scheduling using a spreadsheet. In the left column, staff names are listed in alphabetical order. The top row of other columns shows the days of the week. Against each staff person, each day's working time is entered. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2008-06-08 ] Recording attendance details, and time worked, accurately are not as simple as they might seem. Traditional clock punching has certain drawbacks and can result in highly inaccurate records. For example, a worker's buddy might punch in instead of the worker himself, leading to a false record of a worker being present. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2008-06-08 ] What is workforce planning? Why is it so critical? And how can workforce planning software help? These are the issues we address in this article. by Craig Elliott Elliott [ 2008-04-12 ] Emergency planning is something that no one really wants to think about. However, the reality is that today it is important to make plans that will work in the face of any emergency. The bottom line is that many times we just do not know what is going to happen, so it is always best to have a plan. by Craig Elliott Elliott [ 2008-04-12 ] The emergency radio has been used for many years to communicate. It is a radio device that is designed to remain functional, even without any power flowing to it. It is a radio that can be used when the power has gone out, or when a person has no other contact with civilization. by Muna wa Wanjiru  [ 2008-02-18 ] 3 ring binders are one of the best ways to organize your papers. For students, this is even more true. You can get dividers to seperate 3 ring binders into different sections related by topic, such as math, chemistry, science, music, and general, or by date. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2007-12-26 ] Unless yours is a one-man organization, you achieve your organizational goals, to a smaller or greater degree, through a workforce. If that workforce is not productive, the efficiency of goals-achievement suffers and costs of achievement go up. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2007-12-26 ] You might be able to attract people with high value skills through a well-presented ad. However, to keep them with you, your organization must have put in place workforce management policies that make these people want to continue with the organization. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2007-12-26 ] Workforce planning is a key workforce management step for long-term survival in a situation where workers are aging or leaving, and business environments are constantly changing. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2007-12-26 ] The Council of the European Union issued the European Working Time Directive in 1993. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2007-12-26 ] Individuals face demands on their time from work and life requirements. If they cannot balance the requirements, it could mean an unhealthy life or unemployment. by Kausik Dutta  [ 2007-12-20 ] So you’ve come to the conclusion that your business would be better off utilizing a serviced office . . . what next? Trying to find the best serviced office that will fit all of your and your business’ needs can be frustrating. Instant Offices is a service that gives you the opportunity to search for the ideal serviced office for your business. The entire process is fast and easy! by Kausik Dutta  [ 2007-12-20 ] Your business is booming, and you are in need of an office. However, you’re not sure if your business can afford the money it would take to rent an entire office. Serviced offices might be exactly what your business needs—and can afford. Small start-ups or companies operating from home in particular may find that the overheads for an office are expensive; this is where serviced or shared offices come into play. by Kausik Dutta  [ 2007-12-20 ] Smaller businesses or home-based companies can often profit from exclusive office space. The space helps to separate home from professional life and can make the company appear more serious and professional. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2007-12-18 ] That absence management is a key component of workforce management does not really need an explicit mention. However, planned and unplanned absence is a universal fact of work and many organizations might take it as something that cannot be avoided. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2007-12-18 ] Staff or employee scheduling or rostering relates employees, workplaces and work times. A workplace schedule lists the employees who will work there at different times. The times might be specific hours, dates, weeks or even months. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2007-12-18 ] Flexible working hours have been found to lead to a happier workforce, and to far better customer service and share valuations. However, there is a fear that implementing flexible working hours is complicated and that it could lead to a flood of impossible demands from employees. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2007-12-18 ] Studies have revealed that sickness absence, from short-term and longer-term sickness, is one of the major reasons for employee absences. Stress is also emerging as a major factor with its impact higher compared to earlier periods. by WebMarket Reports  [ 2007-12-18 ] Time and attendance recording is the key function in any workforce management system. The workers work for pay and payrolls are prepared on the basis of time and attendance records. Accurate time and attendance records not only save employers from losing money on excess payments but also instil employee confidence in the payroll system. by Catherine Williams  [ 2007-10-04 ] Workplace must be safe for all. In order to have an effective safety program, it is a must to train the management on all safety issues and educate the employees. Training must also be done continuously to improve safety programs. by Kausik Dutta  [ 2007-09-25 ] Serviced offices are a concept developed years ago, but have become very popular lately as business owners in a variety of different industries have come to understand the advantage of utilizing them. by Kausik Dutta  [ 2007-09-25 ] Serviced office space comes ready to use with all the necessities, and often added benefits, which you would need to obtain yourself with a standard office. Serviced offices are fully equipped and are usually ready to be moved into almost immediately after signing the lease. by Kausik Dutta  [ 2007-09-25 ] For small business owners or new businesses, finding office space isn’t as easy as it may seem. Many people are initially excited about finding their new space, until they realize how time-consuming and costly it becomes. by Kausik Dutta  [ 2007-09-14 ] Finding office space in areas like London can be time-consuming and difficult. But by working through on online office locator service, you can save yourself that time and frustration, and get exactly what you are looking for. by Kausik Dutta  [ 2007-09-14 ] When finding a new office for you or your business, there are several things to consider. The cost of renting space is usually the first, but there are many other start-up costs to add into your budget as well. Desks, chairs and other office furniture are obvious, as well as office machinery such as phones, fax machines, computers, copiers and printers are necessary items. by Fred Doherty [ 2007-06-26 ] When using sack trucks or hand carts, safety is
of utmost importance, this article outlines
various important points when handling such
equipment by Justin March  [ 2007-05-30 ] Did you know that all UK employers are required to provide easily accessible water for their staff to drink, free of charge along with the cups to drink from, unless the water machine in question is fitted with a drinking fountain style tap? With all UK offices fast becoming a Smoke free zone it’s easy for employers to forget about the other legal obligations to their staff and visitors. by Carl Gale gale [ 2007-01-23 ] The Findings and Recommendations of the Federal Glass Ceiling Commission
by Chuck Jaymes  [ 2007-01-17 ] Secondhand tobbaco in bars smoke puts employees health at risk. Help protect them and make customers happy with a commercial air cleaner. by Allen Richardson [ 2007-01-14 ] Outsourcing identification card needs has been reviewed by many organizations as a legitimate solution. Companies such as FullIdentity.com have developed solutions that go beyond simply providing plastic credentials while others have created alternatives that appear to be illegal. Regardless of the solution, they have become easy enough to obtain that you have to consider if they really carry any real credibility. by Carl & Deb Potter [ 2006-11-09 ] In these times of constant change and global competition, it is important to always look for improvement --especially when it comes to safety. Becoming rigorous about safety is hard work, but it is rewarding. It motivates the employees to behave safely so they can home to their families every day without injury. by Amy Pedersen [ 2006-11-02 ] As a seller of office chairs, I am frequently asked by my customers about computer chair designs and what posture is the best for sitting. Some of these workers have been given a very high-end ergonomic custom-made chair at their office and are wondering if there is really any difference between it and your standard task chair. Some people complain about the curvature of some guest side or reception lounge chairs at some office environments, finding themselves uncomfortable in minutes. by Amy Pedersen [ 2006-11-02 ] Today’s problem with office chairs some say, is that we have been forced into a “table and chair” culture where many of our daily tasks take place in this right angled and seated position. This sort of sitting can force the body into a slumped or “c” shaped position putting uneven pressure on the vertebral disks and muscles of the lower back. With time and being seated in your office chair over long periods each day, the spine can become deformed and erode disks, making it hard to retrain to the proper posture for sitting. by Amy Pedersen [ 2006-11-02 ] Some employees can spend most of their day simply seated in front of their computer in an office chair completing the daily tasks. Knowing how to properly position your executive office chair can lead to better productivity in the workplace and of course, a much happier you and hopefully a much happier boss. Ergonomics and good positioning of your executive or task seat can prevent fatique and discomfort as well as promote circulation and good body health. by Amy Pedersen [ 2006-11-02 ] I have been asked many times by my customers over the years about how the posture knee office chairs can help ergonomically. With the kneeling style of chair becoming quite popular recently, employees have heard about them from friends or other employees at the office. Although not simple, the answer can be stated shortly in that “it helps the body take the correct position while sitting to reduce stress on the lower lumbar (back) region”. by Carl & Deb Potter [ 2006-09-16 ] Many incidents occur because people are distracted and do not pay attention to their environment and what is going on around them. The managers need to create motivation for positive change in the organization resulting in a zero injuries atmosphere in the organization. by Debbie Johnston  [ 2006-02-15 ]
by Ryan Worral, P.Eng. [ 2006-02-03 ] Recent improvements in thermal protection technology are providing a cost effective solutions for providing burn protection from hot pipes and process lines to reduce work place burn hazards. by Neelima Reddy  [ 2006-01-16 ] It is always better to take precautions to avoid musculoskeletal disorders than to treat them after you get affected. Ensure that your workstation is set up correctly. Normally, it includes the monitor, keyboard, mouse, seating, desk, and where appropriate, footrest, wrist rest, and document holder. by Neelima Reddy  [ 2005-12-16 ] These days, computers have become so inevitable part of our lives that we need to use it for various purposes. There are certain things you need to know about the computer work hazards and the preventive techniques you need to follow to make your stay in front of the computer, trouble free. Here is a checklist that will help you create a safe, sound, and relaxed workstation. |