Welcome to the SafetyCloud Blog

We all know that providing health and safety training is good for business because in health and safety:

• Training is a sound investment

The money you spend on health and safety training saves money in the long term. A workplace that is not healthy and safe may have to face insurance claims, medical bills, higher insurance premiums, replacement labour costs and lost productive time.

• Training is not optional

The law states that as an employer you are responsible for providing health and safety information and training to your employees.

• Training is responsible

Training reduces the risk of pain and injury at work.

Sometimes, it may feel as though being obliged to use an accredited training provider is just another hoop to jump through. Why is it really important to use a training provider that is accredited, as opposed to merely looking for the most convenient trainer? Here are SIX simple but compelling reasons…

Have you ever considered a career in health and safety? In general, health and safety professionals are passionate and committed to their jobs, but very often it is a career path they fell into as opposed to planned. BUT, the good news is health and safety offers a range of opportunities, and a lifetime career path that will build on your professional skills set.

If you are considering a career (and not just a job) in health and safety, we answer the following common five questions to prepare you for what to expect.

1. Where do health and safety professionals work?

Occupational safety and health professionals are employed in both the public and private sectors to ensure the safety and productivity of working environments. They are found in a variety of settings including offices, construction sites, mines and factories.