What is Control of Work in Health and Safety?
What is Control of Work in Health and Safety? Summary: Control of Work is a structured, connected approach to planning, authorizing, carrying out and closing work of varying risk levels. Control of Work allows organizations to gain the visibility, coordination and consistency necessary for safe and efficient work. What Is Control of Work? Control of […]
Why High-Risk Operations Demand Control of Work
Why High-Risk Operations Demand Control of Work Summary: High-risk operations demand Control of Work because hazardous tasks cannot be managed through isolated safety processes alone. By connecting planning, authorization, risk controls and work execution, Control of Work helps organizations reduce the likelihood of incidents while maintaining operational control. High-risk work rarely depends on a single […]
The Future of Control of Work: Digital Processes
The Future of Control of Work: Digital Processes Summary: Safe operations depend on layered controls from risk assessments, approvals, permits, isolations and shift handovers. Digital Control of Work helps connect these processes in a more streamlined manner, giving organizations greater visibility, consistency and control to make operations more efficient. Control of Work is a structured […]
How to Build an EHS Risk Register (+ Free Template)
TEMPLATE | 10 MINUTE READ How to Build an EHS Risk Register (+ Free Template) Risk management starts with visibility. If you don’t have a consistent way to document workplace risks, assign ownership and track mitigation efforts, it’s difficult to know where your biggest exposures exist or whether they’re actually being addressed. That’s where an EHS risk […]
Frameworks for EHS Risk Management
Table of Contents Evotix Guide Frameworks for EHS Risk Management Risk is everywhere. Almost all aspects of a business are subject to unexpected, consequential risk. Organizations who want to better manage risk shouldn’t just account for the worst-case scenario; they should actively plan for it. This guide outlines an overview of risk management principles, teaches safety professionals how to plan for the unexpected and offers a look at where risk management frameworks […]
4 Steps to Manage EHS Risk: Identify, Assess, Control and Review
4 Steps to Manage EHS Risk: Identify, Assess, Control and Review A defined risk control process brings consistency to how risks are identified, prioritized and managed across an organization, helping ensure that controls are selected and maintained in a way that reduces the likelihood of harm. The four-step process outlined below draws inspiration from the risk management principles found […]
Best Risk Management Tools For EHS Professionals
Best Risk Management Tools For EHS Professionals Together, increased regulatory scrutiny and a plateauing fatality curve are pushing EHS professionals to rethink how they identify, score and monitor risk. Counting incidents after they happen is no longer enough to satisfy regulators or to move the needle on outcomes that have flatlined for years. The programs breaking […]
Choosing The Right Safety Controls For EHS Hazards: The Hierarchy of Controls
Choosing The Right Safety Controls For EHS Hazards: The Hierarchy of Controls Identifying workplace hazards is only the first step in managing risk. The real challenge is determining which controls will most effectively prevent an incident and making sure those controls remain effective long after implementation. The Hierarchy of Controls provides a structured framework for workplace controls based on […]
An Overview of Industrial Hygiene Management Software in Risk Mitigation
An Overview of Industrial Hygiene Management Software in Risk Mitigation Summary: Industrial hygiene management software provides a multitude of benefits to organizations, including identifying, evaluating and controlling workplace environmental factors that can cause illness, health issues or discomfort among workers. Modern workplaces can be hazardous environments. The introduction of new chemicals, tools or practices show that hazards and risks in […]
Qualitative vs Quantitative Risk Assessments: The Differences Explained
Qualitative vs Quantitative Risk Assessments: The Differences Explained A risk assessment is how you evaluate how serious a risk is to help determine what controls are necessary to manage the risk. But risk assessments aren’t one-size-fits-all. There are 2 main types, so let’s explore their differences. What is a Qualitative Risk Assessment? A qualitative risk assessment relies on judgment, experience, observations, and feedback to rate a risk’s severity. These assessments commonly follow a […]