Keeping it Safe - Volume 1 Issue 2

KEEPING IT SAFE The Health and Safety Newsletter of the Barbados Employers’ Confederation

Special points of interest:

There must be equal employ-

ee and employer representa-

tives on the safety commit-

tee.

Back braces allow a person to

lift heavier weights but it

does not give greater support

High levels of stress can re-

sult in ulcers, high blood pres-

sure and weight loss.

One of the best leg toning

exercises is skipping.

When installing security light

ensure that they point away

from the premises.

Inside this issue:

Building Effective Health

and Safety Committees

2

Do You Know Your

Pictograms

3

Air Fresheners: The Silent

Menace

4

Back Braces or No Back

Braces

5

Adopting a Culture of

Prevention

6

Your Christmas Feast: Your

New Year’s Resolution

8

To be Stressed or Not to be

Stressed

10

Types and Uses of Security

Lighting

12

Have a Chuckle 13

Upcoming Events 14

Volume 1, Issue 2 Feb 5, 2015

S ince the proclamation of the Act in 2012

many organizations are still in limbo regard-

ing what is required by them to attain full

compliance. Many organization find it difficult to

read the 141 page document that is our legislation

and even if they did, to plunge through the entire

Act the legal jargon can be confusing. The legisla-

tion has piqued the interest of organizations to

become compliant but so far that is as far as it has

gotten - a piqued interest. How do we move from a

state of awareness to a state of compliance? What

must be done by all parties to ensure that organi-

zations build safety into organization policies and

everyday func-

tions.

The Act provid-

ed a guide

book for em-

ployers. It of-

fers a higher

level of litigious

weight than

what was previously in place. The major struggle

has been the creation of a workplace culture that is

conducive to safe people, place and plant. I have

heard questions such as how am I to change the

traditions of my organization after it has been in

operation for so many years? My response to this

question always is, safety should have been apart

of the business from its inception, actually the lack

of safety procedures usually speaks to the type of

management procedures in place.

It may be that the major concerns with the lack of a

positive national safety culture are the following:

1. The lack of sufficient man power within the

enforcement agency (The Labour Department)

2. The poor interpretation of major parts of the

Act

Where do we go from here ? By: Melony James

OSH/Research Coordinator - BEC

3. The lack of drive to adapt safety in the

national occupational customs and prac-

tice.

However, once all parties involved fully under-

stand that all the resources in Barbados are

generated directly or indirectly by human

work, the idea that a healthy environment

equals a healthy worker, equals to productivity

will be succinctly understood. Once this is un-

derstood the question no longer is where do

we go from here, but what must I do to go

forward.

The European Agency for Occupational Safety

and Health has outline the following steps as

necessary to channel the way forward for oc-

cupational safety and

health in organizations.

1. Management

Leadership: Management

needs to devise a strategy

which is both strict and

achievable.

2. Effect Documenta-

tion: This ensures internal

cohesion and effective

communication.

3. Training: This enables the employees to

work more safely due to their increase in

knowledge and skills.

4. Full participation: all members of staff

should be made aware that participation

is not optional but is mandatory require-

ment.

The way forward based on the inspection of

the current situation is to continue to communi-

cate the importance of working safely in addi-

tion to giving the Act the teeth it needs through

enforcement. Moreover, organizations need to

enforce their safety policies by imbedding

infringements into their disciplinary code. Re-

member, being safe is a journey of continuous

improvements.

The Way Forward

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Human Resources Roles in Selecting An Effective Safety Committee

O rganizing or re-energizing a safety committee, whose sole purpose is to prevent injuries and accidents, can

protect your business from avoidable costs that directly affect your bottom line. A safety committee, as the

heart of an organization’s safety efforts, can:

Make managers aware of production or

operational safety issues.

Help save time and money by improving

everyday work activities.

Reduce the risk of Prohibition notices or other

penalties.

Increase employees’ safety awareness and

knowledge.

Enable employees to actively identify and address safety issues directly affecting them.

Make workplace safety a more formalized and important commitment.

Show upper management’s genuine concern for employees’ well-being.

Selection of committee members

According to the Safety and Health at Work Act Sec 103 a committee must comprise of equal employer and employee

representatives. The employer appoints management members of the committee and in a unionized workplace, the union

selects the employee representatives. If the company is not unionized, the employees are to select their representative

by way of nomination to Management. Once the committee is selected, Terms of Reference for its operation should be

drafted and adopted. The legislation states that a health and safety committee must:

meet at least once per quarter and keep records of what transpired at the meeting; and

be granted access to information relating to all workplace hazards and to all reports relating to the work-

place environment.

It is a recommendation of the Confederation that where an employer representative is the chairperson, the secretary

should be an employee representative and vice versa.

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Air fresheners:

N ext to pharmaceuticals, nothing in recent years has been pushed harder upon us than the vast array of indoor chemical so-

called air "fresheners" or room "deodorizers." These products include metered sprays, plug-ins, sticks, wicks, mists, aerosols,

carpet "cleaners," scented candles and even scented stones. There's virtually no place in the American business world that not

only has these "fresheners" in every bathroom, but they're also in lobbies, hallways, office spaces and, most frightening, nurseries

worldwide.

Homeowners are seduced through clever advertising to ensure that as many rooms as possible have these "fresheners" circulating vari-

ous chemical scents throughout the house. Gullible consumers can even extend this passion for perfumed air by installing "fresheners" in

their cars, where a variety of chemically-induced scents fill the car's interior. Due to loopholes and favoritism regarding the chemical

perfume industry, companies pushing these products aren't even required to list the ingredients of anything labeled as "fragrance."

In no way, shape or form does a chemically-scented fragrance and/or aerosols propelled by butane, propane or other toxins create

an indoor environment of fresh air. Chemical "deodorizers" or chemical air "fresheners" only mask other odors. These products do

absolutely nothing to improve the quality of indoor air, and in fact, can contribute to a host of ailments from headaches, high pulse

rate and nausea; to mention a few.

Reports of the dangers of chemical air "fresheners" are just beginning to make

the news. A recent MSN article stated that being exposed to air "freshener"

chemicals as little as once a week can increase your odds of developing asthma

symptoms as much as 71 percent and can contribute to an increased risk of a

number of pulmonary diseases. The article went on to state that "A 2006 study

showed that people with high blood levels of the chemical 1.4 dichlorobenzene

-- commonly found in air fresheners -- were more likely to experience a decline

in lung function."

A September 2007 TIME magazine article, 'How "Fresh" is Air Freshener' re-

ported that the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) discovered that most

chemical air "fresheners" contained variable amounts of substances called phthalates (pronounced THAL-ates). Besides the use of

phthalates used as sealants and adhesives and to soften plastics, they are also used to dissolve and carry fragrances. The TIME article

went on to report that "phthalates are commonly found in a variety of products, including cosmetics, paints, nail polish and children's

toys -- and have long been at the center of a larger international controversy over their health effects."

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has no regulations on the use of phthalates, does not require the labeling of phthalates

content on products and does not consider the quantities to which people are exposed to be harmful, even though studies have sug-

gested that high exposure to certain kinds of phthalates can cause cancer, developmental and sex-hormone abnormalities in infants,

and can affect fertility.

The chemical ingredients in "deodorizers" – or anything else dealing with chemicals – can be found on the product’s Material Safety

Data Sheet (MSDS). If a company insist on the use of such chemicals be sure the scan the MSDS to ensure that the constituents of the air

fresheners are not known irritants. If the use of the deodorizer did not reap ill consequences immediately, it does not mean that it may

not affect employees in the future, often times the chronic affects are worse than the acute effects.

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Back Brace or

There are a handful of questions I’m asked quite often. “What type of mattress do you recom-

mend?” “Who is your chiropractor?” “What shoes are good for my spine?” And last but not least,

“Should I get a brace for my low back (or neck)?” I’ll address the low back brace in this article. It isn’t

an easy question.

Many people work in professions that require them to lift heavy objects on a regular basis. Baggage

handlers and construction workers, for instance, are increasingly working with the help of a back support

belt in the belief that using it can reduce the likelihood of a back injury. In fact, many companies re-

quire it of their workers so as to reduce the number of days spent out of work recovering from an inju-

ry. But are back support belts really effective? The experts are skeptical.

Reducing the number of back injuries is an important goal. Almost 20% of all illnesses and injuries in the workplace are due to an

injury to the back. The cost of treating these injuries is estimated at between 20 and 50 billion dollars each year. The National

Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), a branch of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that is re-

sponsible for workplace safety, has researched the subject extensively by examining the available scientific literature on the effec-

tiveness of back belts. Based on their staff’s research and analysis, NIOSH believes that companies should favor instituting sound

ergonomic programs as opposed to the use of back belts for preventing injury.

Back belts (also referred to as abdominal belts or back supports) are being purchased in greater numbers than ever. However,

after examining the evidence, NIOSH found there was no support for the claim that the use of back belts prevents back injuries in

those who have never suffered a back injury. In fact, in many cases it may promote injuries to the back.

A study performed by researchers at Ohio State University found that people were just as likely to injure their backs while wearing

a support belt as when they were not wearing one. The study subjects wore one of three different kinds of back belts: elastic, leath-

er or orthotic. The elastic belt lightened the load on the subjects’ back by only 10%. The other two belts were found to have no

effect whatsoever. Professor William Marras, lead author of the study said, “You can lift about 20 percent more weight when you

wear a back belt, but that doesn’t mean that you have 20 percent more protection on your spine. So you may try to lift more than

you can handle and hurt yourself.”

Dr. Chad Henriksen, a chiropractor specializing in issues related to health in the workplace, feels that support belts can weaken the

back. “Too often, employees will wear the back support throughout an entire eight-hour workday,” Henriksen says, “and in that situ-

ation, I think we’re getting some de-conditioning of the muscles in the lumbar spine which sets them up for back troubles later

on.” Regular use of support belts also raises blood pressure, which can be an issue for those with hypertension.

Unless you have suffered a back injury that requires the use of a back support belt for rehabilitation, it is better to avoid them and

instead learn the proper techniques for lifting heavy objects. You can also employ the use of hand trucks, chutes, slides and hoists to

help take a greater part of the load off your back.

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No Back Brace?

Dr. Tripp Stover

Stover Chiropractic, P.C. – Real. Simple. Healthcare.

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Adopting A

C ulture, when considered by many Barbadians brings to mind

aspects such as conkies and folk songs at Independence,

Christmas morning in Queen’s Park and jump up on Spring

Garden for the climax of the Crop Over festival. Barbadians generally

take great pride in their culture and continue to practise it even when

living abroad. Bajan culture embodies the way we do things in our is-

land and it influences our life practices.This too can be said about “organizational culture”.

Organizational culture can be defined as the “feel” of the atmosphere in the workplace. It is the characteristic

ethos of an organization and as BusinessDictionary states, it is “based on shared attitudes, beliefs, customs and

written and unwritten rules that have been developed over time and are considered valid”.

Where does safety fit into the organizational culture? The fact is that whether you recognize it or not, your organ-

ization already has a safety culture and it influences the behaviour of its employees. How would you describe the

safety culture in your organization? Is it a culture of neglect or prevention? Does the “wait ‘til it’s broken and then

fix it” attitude persist or is it the “fix it before it gets broken” mentality? The culture that exists within your work-

place speaks volumes to the way the organization feels about safety. Is the employer being responsible and has

accepted his legal duty under Section 6 (5) of the Safety and Health at Work Act 2005 (SHaW Act) “to ensure,

so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare at work of all his employees”?

Adopting a culture of prevention is an essential component of a positive organizational safety culture. The saga-

cious Benjamin Franklin once said that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. In Bajan culture, we often

say “prevention is better than cure” and “a stitch in time saves nine”. These quotes summarize and further reiterate

the importance of adopting a culture of prevention in the workplace. It is always better to prevent an unfavoura-

ble outcome rather than try to fix it once it has happened. Remember that “wuh ain’t catch yuh ain’t pass yuh” and

because there may have been no records of serious accidents at your workplace, it does not mean that they will

not happen if you continue with poor safety standards and a substandard health and safety culture.

Five principal elements of a safety culture of prevention are summarized below:

Management Commitment - This is undoubtedly one of the most important features and it requires the visible

and active leadership of management in health and safety related matters. The attitude at the top of an

organisation permeates the entire organisation. If senior managers genuinely take an active interest in

Culture of Prevention

By: Ms. Cherese Neblett

Health, Safety and Environmental Officer

Columbus Telecommunications Barbados Ltd

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health and safety, not only will they motivate and empower employees to work safely but their values and

practices will become the shared values of all.

Risk Assessment - The influence of risk assessments on an organization’s safety culture is paramount. Organi-

zations that conduct risk assessments and engage employees in conducting job hazard analyses aid in rais-

ing the awareness level of employees. Risk assessments involve the systematic and detailed identification

and assessment of all significant hazards facing the workforce and the development of appropriate control

measures to prevent or reduce the likelihood of injury or damage.

Policy - Having a health and safety policy further promotes a positive safety culture because in addition to

outlining company health and safety objectives, it should also be in accordance with legislation such as the

SHaW Act which ensures compliance with minimum safety best practices.

Communication - This is another integral component in fostering a safety culture of prevention. Employees at

all levels must be informed of the hazards and risks arising from their job functions and the control measures

that have been implemented as well as what is expected from them as employees. This may be fulfilled

through training sessions, informal safety meetings such as tool box talks, memos, etc. but the mode of com-

munication must be suitable to the recipient so the message conveyed can be easily understood.

Incident Investigation – The prompt investigation of all accidents and near-misses also plays a pivotal role in

engendering a culture of prevention. Investigation of these aid in the identification of any deficiencies and

once remedial actions are taken, help to prevent future reoccurrences or more adverse consequences.

Hence, the need for clearly developed accident reporting procedures cannot be over-emphasized.

Organizations that have successfully adopted a culture of prevention as part of a positive safety culture reap sev-

eral benefits including increased morale, improved company image and a reduction in financial losses due to acci-

dents. However, changing an existing culture is an ongoing process which requires commitment and sustained effort

and interest. Is your company’s safety culture one of which you can be proud? If not, take that first step on your

journey to a culture of prevention!

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Your Christmas Feast:

E very year individuals indulge over the Christmas season in hopes of shedding the gained weight in the new year, and

therefore at the dawn of a new year, these weight loss targets are written on paper and stuck to a wall to remind them of

the targets they had set for themselves. While this is not ideal because eating in moderation is the best plan, here are

some guidelines and steps to assist you along the way.

Fitness First has produced a guide to help people get back into shape after a break. Fitness First personal trainer and kickboxing

champion Natalie Bee has put together her top five exercises to help shift those unwanted pounds and tone up your body. “This

workout targets every bit of the body, it will blitz those bingo wings, lengthen the legs, flatten the tummy and perk up your posteri-

or,” commented Natalie.

1. Posture - Stand tall and look attractive. Perfect posture will give you an instant boob lift, bum lift and make you look taller and

full of confidence.

Stand with your back flat against the wall. Push your head, shoulder blades and the backs of your hands against the wall and hold

for 20 seconds. Repeat five times with a short rest in between. Do this every day and see the

transformation!

2. Arms – This exercise will tone the triceps, better known as the dreaded bingo wings!

Improve tone and definition by doing Tricep dips. Sit on a step deck with your back straight

and your hands facing inwards, with palms supporting you on the step. Carefully lift your

bottom off the step, (supported by your hands) and shift forwards slightly so your back is

clear of the step.

Keep your legs outstretched in front of you (or, for beginners, bend the knees) - this is your

starting position. Bend the elbows, lowering yourself so that your bottom almost (but not quite)

touches the floor, and then bring yourself back up, straightening the elbows. 12 repetitions

and 3 sets, three times per week will see you playing bingo with confidence.

3. Legs - A great way to tone and strengthen is to skip. Find your old skipping rope and get skipping. Fantastic for banishing those

thunder thighs and defining your calf muscles. 20 min of skipping 4 days a week will give you a pair of perfect pins - you'll want to

show them off.

4. Stomach – Tummies on show mean you want flatter and tighter abs fast!

Lying on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat, keep your hands by your temples

and focus on a spot on the ceiling to prevent neck strain. Lift your upper body towards the

ceiling and hold for 2 seconds before lowering to your start position. Keep your back straight

throughout. 20 crunches every night is all it takes to keep the "who ate all the pies?" jokes at

bay.

Your New Year’s Resolution

Article Taken From : http://www.lifestyle.com.au

Tricep dips

Crunches

http://www.lifestyle.com.au/health/get-back-into-shape-after-a-holiday.aspx

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5 Bottom - Want a pert posterior?

Start on all fours with hands in line with shoulders. Keeping the pelvis parallel to the ground and

pulling your stomach tight, push the sole of one foot up towards the ceiling keeping the knee

bent. Take care in ensuring that your back is straight and the pelvis isn't tilting. The movement is

a pulsing motion up to the ceiling and back down. Squeeze the buttocks tight and feel the burn.

Repeat with the other side. 20 reps 3 times a week is all it takes to recreate the famous Kylie

bum!

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Stressed

Ultimate Immune-Boosting Smoothie

Ingredients

3/4 cup frozen raspberries

3/4 cup frozen strawberries

1 orange

1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt

1/4 cup raw almonds

4-5 ice cubes

Instructions: Place all the ingredients in a blender and

blend until smooth.

Raspberries and Strawberries: In addition to providing Vitamin C, berries are load-

ed with antioxidants that neutralize free radicals that cause damage to our bodies.

The fiber they contain is also phenomenal for our digestive health.

Orange: Since you’re using a whole orange, this smoothie boasts more than 300

percent of your daily value of Vitamin C — the classic immune booster. I prefer to

get my vitamin C from whole food sources rather than supplements.

Greek Yogurt: There’s some good evidence out there that suggests that the probiot-

ics found in yogurt may boost your immune system. If nothing else, Greek yogurt

packs a ton of protein with less sugar than its conventional counterpart. Look for

brands that state “live and active cultures” on their labels.

Almonds: A 2010 study found that compounds from the skin of almonds boost our

body’s ability to fight off viruses — including those of the flu and the common cold!

They also contain minerals like magnesium, zinc and iron, which our body needs to

build a strong immune system.

Keeping It Safe

E veryone fantasizes of a nonchalant and unruffled life. However, most of us battle everyday with the pressures and stress

this world has to offer. These strains range from individual factors in our personal lives to constraints and uncomfortable

environments in the work place. An interconnectivity is also established when stress is created when trying to balance work

and family responsibilities. Take Susan for instance who has a full time

9 am to 5 pm job, 4 kids and university classes on evenings. Stress is

woven into her daily routine when trying to give 100 percent to each

area of her life.

Stress management is an important segment in a company’s commitment

to Occupational, Health and Safety. Ensuring that a depressurized envi-

ronment is established and sustained is not only important to your em-

ployee’s health but has a direct link to your overall productivity. Ste-

phen P Robbins defines “stress as a dynamic condition in which an indi-

vidual is confronted with an opportunity, constraint or demand related to

what he or she desires and for which the outcome is perceived to be both

uncertain and important”. This definition identifies that stress can be deemed a motivator for some individuals presenting them with

opportunities to attain goals and as a constraint for others. Stress is often highlighted in a negative context but many employees thrive

and excel under stressful circumstances such as deadlines and targets. What is deemed a stressful situation by someone may be

deemed a walk in the park to another.

Work Place Stressors

Job Security and Uncertainty - In Barbados’ current economic condition job uncertainty is ironically a certainty. Due to unfavorable

conditions, many companies have resorted to downsizing, layoffs and mergers to wade the waters of survival. This factor has become

the major stressor for employees in today’s society. The battle of sanity rages in their minds with the reality that their position within a

company can become redundant in a split second. The overextension of financial resources for personal enhancement such as loans

and houses can be added pressure and stress when the means of income is being diminished or extinguished. Using Susan as the resi-

dent example, the loss of her job would incur many consequences for her way of life. Her everyday expenses including her university

fees and children’s maintenance would be in jeopardy and added burden to her already hectic life. Job uncertainty produces anxie-

ty, depression and irritability in employees because they are consumed with helplessness and the feeling of being a prey in a poten-

tial trap waiting to be devoured.

Expansion of Job Description - Role expansion broadens the meaning of multi tasking causing employees to feel overworked and

abused. Instances of job dissatisfaction and frustration occur when no incentives or benefits are given for the increased workload. Ad-

ditional deadlines and targets cause employees to feel stressed and pressured because of the added responsibility and no compen-

sation or consideration for their well being.

To be Stressed Or Not to be Stressed?

By: Ms. Aleika Walker

International Business Professional

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Unattainable Goals - The object and main priority of any organization is productivity and profitability. Employers expect

maximum productivity and returns on their investments which requires employees to commit and excel in their delegated areas.

However overly ambitious employers sometimes establish unattainable goals for employees thereby creating a stressful and

hostile environment. Deadlines and targets are created on short notice and expected to be completed in a short time span. Em-

ployees feel the obligation to complete these tasks without objections or queries due to the fear of victimization or reprimand.

Disparities between Management - A hostile environment can also be created when there is miscommunication or a lack of

communication in the chain of command. This is an environment for disaster where employees are receiving multiple directions to

achieve the same goal. These disparities can also be seen in department rivalries where individuals deem their input more valu-

able than others.

Individuals coping with stress in these situations experience physiological, psychological and behavioral symptoms. High levels of

stress can result in ulcers, irritability, high blood pressure, weight lost and in some extreme cases suicide. According to the Ameri-

can Heart Association when faced with stressful situations our body releases stress hormones which causes our hearts to race and

constrict blood vessels. They suggest clearing mental clutter to lower high blood pressure to overcome stressful situations. The

health of employees is a great concern to organizations because this translates into absenteeism. Stressed employees require

extensive leaves of absence due to the inability to cope in the work environment.

It’s in the organization’s best interest to ensure that they create an environment conducive to productivity with low stress levels. In

this economic climate it is impractical to guarantee human resource sustainability but it is also important to reassure employees

of their value and their importance to the company’s success.

Here are some recommendations to aid in this process:

Team Building exercises

Incentives (performance or attendance incentives, outstanding

achievements)

On Site Amenities ( gym, day care, exercise classes)

Wellness Programs

Employees operate at their full capacity when they feel comfortable in their environment. Stress poses adverse affects to an

employee’s health and the company’s productivity level. Remember a healthy and happy Employee fosters a successful and

profitable business.

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Shine a light on the problem!

Strategically placing outdoor lights can deter potential intruders. Crimi-

nals do not want to be identified which is why they target property that

offers them the most protection from neighbors and passersby. It s im-

portant that the lighting is pointing away from the building and not on-

to the property. Point the lights unto the property allows the thief to see

exactly what is happening, however, once it is pointing away from the

property it causes a blinding effect. Here are 3 types of lighting to

consider each with its own advantages and disadvantages:

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Types and Use of

All-Night Lighting:

Covers your property with con-

stant lighting, making it difficult

for an intruder to enter without

being seen. This type of lighting

tends to be the most popular.

Pros: It’s convenient. Can be set to

turn on at dusk and off at dawn

with a light-sensitive photocell.

Cons: This type of lighting uses the

most electricity. It can add a signif-

icant Increase to your utility bill.

Tip: Keep energy consumption

down by using solar energy

lighting.

Motion-Activated Lighting:

Turns on when someone or some-

thing passes by a motion sensor.

Pros: It can be quite frightening

for a trespasser when lights sud-

denly turn on, one reason this type

of light is so effective and popu-

lar. This type of lighting saves

electricity, as it is only activated

when needed.

Cons: Light needs to be in the

right position to turn on when you

want it.

Hi/Low Combination Lighting:

Uses a low intensity light through-

out the night. When someone pass-

es by, the motion sensor causes the

lights to get brighter and brighter.

Pros: Saves some money on elec-

tricity while providing complete

illumination when needed.

Cons: Can’t really think of any.

Security Lighting

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Mar 3 Health and Safety Committees and Fire Safety

Mar 4 Conducting Risk Assessments

Mar 17 Accident and Incident Reporting

Mar 19 Keys to Exceptional Service

Apr 21 OPBA Requirements

Apr Getting Behind the Numbers

May 26 Labour Law & Custom / Practice

Upcoming Open Forums

June 30 Safety and Health: Investment vs Expense

Aug 19 Retirement Planning

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