The ISPON Question: Are We Paying Attention?
Recently, I became privy to certain non-public documents and developments concerning the occupational safety profession in Nigeria. I cannot share the documents or their specifics […]
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ASSP Nigeria Chapter Announces Theme for 2027 Professional Development Conference, Urges Strategic Alliances Across Sectors
The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) Nigeria Chapter has announced the theme for its annual flagship event, the Professional Development Conference (PDC) 2027: “Theme: […]
AfriSAFE 2026 Welcomes Tropical Cable & Conductor Limited as Official Sponsor
The Africa Safety Awards for Excellence (AfriSAFE) has announced Tropical Cable & Conductor Limited (TCCL), a leading Ghanaian manufacturer of electrical cables and conductors, as […]
Are We Preventing Road Accidents or Simply Responding to Them?
Every road crash that makes the news usually comes with the same sequence. Vehicles collide, emergency responders arrive, victims are taken to hospital, authorities investigate […]
Emergency Preparedness: When Disaster Strikes, “I Didn’t Know” Won’t Keep You Safe
An emergency rarely gives people enough time to learn what to do. A fire can fill a corridor with smoke, a chemical release can make […]
What Is the Price of Gold? Is It Worth the Lives of Africa’s Miners?
It is all over the news again, the death toll has risen above 100 following the recent gold mine collapse in the Central African Republic, […]
Can AI Predict Workplace Accidents Before They Happen?
For decades, workplace safety has largely depended on inspections, training, incident investigations and the experience of HSE professionals. But a new question is changing the […]
Can Stress Make You Less Safe at Work?
Stress is often treated as a normal part of working life. Deadlines, demanding supervisors, long hours and heavy workloads can affect almost anyone. But when […]
Why Sleep Deprivation Is a Safety Risk, Not Just a Health Problem
Sleep is often treated as a personal matter. Workers go home, rest when they can and return to work the following day. But when sleep […]
The Future of HSE: What Young Safety Professionals Need to Learn Now
The Future of HSE: What Young Safety Professionals Need to Learn Now For decades, the role of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) professionals has largely […]