Prevom joins Securex Investing together in a stronger prevention offering Today’s labour market requires a proactive approach to workplace well-being. We are therefore proud to announce that Prevom is now part of the Securex Group, one of Belgium’s leading providers of HR solutions, prevention services, and workplace well-being support. This step marks an important milestone…
A day in the life of a prevention advisor Building safety As a prevention advisor, I operate at the intersection of concrete and compliance, between people and policy. Safety on a worksite is no coincidence. It is the result of conscious decisions, daily inspections, and genuine commitment. As a prevention advisor, I operate at the…
Que you are telling moi? Why a language policy in the workplace is not a luxury, but a necessity. We have all experienced it. An employee hears an instruction and looks at you with a puzzled expression: “Que you are telling moi?” What may seem like a humorous moment can, in practice, lead to mistakes,…
If the shoe fits, (maybe don’t) wear it You have carried out your risk assessment, and it shows that your employees need to wear safety footwear. You browse around, compare price and quality, and just like that: problem solved! Thirty years ago, this was indeed how things were done. But times have changed, and both…
When is it too hot? Temperature is measured with a thermometer, right?So, if I want to know whether it’s too hot for my employees to work and whether I need to take measures, I just look at the thermometer… right? If only it were that simple. In hot weather, much more is involved than just…
I’m still standing How to motivate your employees to actually use their sit-stand desks Sit-stand desks are now present in many workplaces. They promise a healthier work environment and more variety during the day. But in reality? The average employee uses the “standing” function for less than 2% of their working time. A shame, because…
First Aid legislation Organising first aid within a company is not only a legal obligation, but also of crucial importance. In many sectors, the risks are significant and accidents with serious consequences occur more frequently, particularly in the construction industry. A well-structured first aid system enables a rapid and effective response to accidents or incidents,…
A day in the life of a safety consultant My work is mainly people-oriented, dynamic, and surprisingly diverse. When people ask me what I do as a safety consultant, I notice they often think of thick binders, lots of rules and checklists, and comments like “watch out, here comes the safety person again.” And to…
Lifting regulations Lifting operations are fundamental across numerous sectors and industries. They play a crucial role in lifting and moving heavy loads. At the same time, they involve significant risks, and the potential for workplace accidents is high. Employees who perform lifting operations carry out a safety-critical function and bear a considerable responsibility. In this…
Asbestos legislation Asbestos is a collective term for a group of naturally occurring minerals belonging to the silicate family. These minerals consist of microscopic yet extremely strong fibres. When inhaled, these fibres can cause fatal lung diseases. The presence of asbestos continues to pose a serious health risk in many older buildings. In the past,…