Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) are regulated work-at-height equipment under OHS legislation. Most incidents are preventable when legal duties, manufacturer instructions, and safe work practices are followed.   DO • Operate MEWPs only if trained, competent,...

Rushing is one of the most common factors behind workplace incidents, on every job site, in every industry! When we rush, we’re more likely to: • Skip pre-use inspections • Miss changing site conditions • Take shortcuts around procedures • Compromise awareness Working...

Did you know 80% of workers copy what their supervisors do? Including the bad habits? That means leadership sets the tone every single day. Want safe behavior? Show it. Wear the PPE Follow the process Speak up about safety Cut corners? Expect others to do the same....

A properly fitted full body harness is essential to effective fall protection.   Correctly positioned D-rings, secure leg and shoulder straps, and proper adjustment help ensure forces are distributed safely in the event of a fall. Always follow manufacturer guidelines...

Mindful Monday!   We all know equipment has blind spots. But so do we. Phones, rushing, complacency, and assumptions can quietly pull our attention away from the task, sometimes putting hazards right in front of us. Staying mindful means slowing down, checking our...

Forklifts are essential on jobsites, but when the load needs to go up, out, and over, telehandlers step in.   What makes them different? Reach: Telehandlers lift vertically and horizontally. Terrain: Built for rough, uneven jobsite conditions. Versatility: One...

Because “I’ve done this a thousand times” is not a safety plan. Experience matters, but complacency is one of the leading causes of workplace...

Confined spaces aren’t defined by size. They’re defined by risk. When we think of confined spaces, size is often the first thing that comes to mind. But in reality, confined spaces aren’t defined by how small they are, they’re defined by the risk they pose. Low oxygen...

The hardest part of first aid is deciding to step in. Most emergencies don’t come with instructions — just a moment where everyone looks around hoping someone else knows what to do. That’s where training at Touchback Safety helps! Our First Aid & CPR courses are...

Take a peak at "OHS: Beyond the numbers". Falls can happen in any industry, during routine tasks, and often with life-altering consequences. 👉 Effective hazard assessments, combined with the right engineering, administrative, and PPE controls, play a key role in...