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06 Oct ‘26

How the Best Crews Check In on Each Other

October is Healthy Workplace Month. Simple, friendly ways construction crews check in on each other ...

29 Sep ‘26

The Five Minute Fire Check Every Crew Can Do ...

A friendly five minute jobsite fire safety check your crew can do before lunch. Safe battery ...

30 Jun ‘26

What's Inside a Safety Program That Walks ...

A practical look at the year-round habits that help Canadian safety programs make audit week feel ...

23 Jun ‘26

What Makes a Safety Form People Actually ...

A friendly look at the small ingredients that make a toolbox talk feel warm, current, and worth ...

16 Jun ‘26

Five Small Wins That Are Quietly Making ...

Notice anything getting easier in safety work lately? Five small wins are quietly making the week ...

02 Jun ‘26

What the Best Crews Already Know About ...

Summer's here. Take a look at the quiet habits the best crews use to stay strong, well, and steady ...

26 May ‘26

Subcontractor & Visitor Safety: Onboard ...

Onboard subcontractors and visitors in minutes with QR-code orientations. Keep records tidy, stay ...

28 Apr ‘26

Digitize Safety Inspections for Faster ...

Paper inspections are quietly costing your practice time, money, and sleep. Here's how digital ...

21 Apr ‘26

The Jobsite Inspection App Your Field Team ...

See how Wombat's mobile jobsite inspection app helps field teams capture data faster, reduce ...

23 Mar ‘26

10 Reasons Offline Mobile Forms Are ...

Offline mobile forms in a mobile app help safety teams capture data, complete safety checklists, ...

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Feature Lists Are a Trap: How to Prioritize Software Based on Real Business Needs

When evaluating safety software, it's easy to get distracted by long feature lists and flashy demos. Most software vendors highlight the same buzzwords: automation, dashboards, AI-powered insights, and “seamless” integrations. The problem? Not all true

The Case for Safety Department Outsourcing: Is It Right for Your Business?

Safety Department Outsourcing: Is It the Right Move for Your Business? Workplace safety is a top priority in industries like construction, oil and gas, and manufacturing. However, maintaining an in-house safety department can be costly and true

Safety manager reviewing real-time incident and hazard data

Unlocking Workplace Safety: How Safety Metrics Software Transforms Risk Management

Safety metrics go beyond simple incident counts. They offer a deeper look into workplace hazards, near misses, compliance gaps, and overall safety culture. Key safety metrics include: Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) – Measures the frequency of true

Workers following COR-certified occupational safety practices

COR Certification: What It Is and Why It Matters for Your Business

In industries where occupational safety is a top priority—such as construction, oil and gas, and manufacturing—achieving Certificate of Recognition (COR) certification plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. COR true

Supervisor observing workers following established safety procedures

How Do You Know if Your Safety Program is Being Followed? You’ve Got a Safety Program… Now What?

Creating an effective safety program is an essential step toward building a safer workplace, but it’s only the beginning. A safety plan on paper won’t lead to meaningful improvements unless it’s actively implemented and followed by everyone in the true

Compliance documentation managed through mobile safety tools

The Power of Mobile Safety Software: Elevating Compliance and Efficiency for Safety Consultants

In the fast-paced world of safety consulting, the ability to manage risks, track compliance, and streamline reporting is essential. Traditional paper-based systems or outdated desktop software often slow down processes, leaving safety consultants true

Safety consultant managing compliance using web-based forms

Mastering Forms Management: The Key to Streamlined Safety Compliance

Forms are the backbone of safety management, but relying on outdated paper forms can slow down processes and create compliance risks. Safety consultants need a modern approach—one that leverages electronic forms, web-based forms, and powerful form true

Continuous improvement driven by safety reporting insights

Is a Near Miss a leading or lagging indicator?

When it comes to workplace safety, particularly in the construction industry, the debate over whether a near miss is a leading or lagging indicator is ongoing. Understanding the role of near-miss reporting in safety management systems is essential true

Safety professional using Wombat mobile app on-site

Safety on the Go: How Wombat’s Mobile App Transforms Workplace Safety

In today’s fast-paced work environments, safety management software needs to be as mobile as the workforce itself. Whether on a construction site, in an oil refinery, or overseeing multiple locations, safety professionals can’t always be tied to a true

Safety team discussing EHS processes and incident management.

What is EHS Software and Why Does It Matter?

In today’s business environment, managing Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) is more critical than ever. Whether you’re in construction, manufacturing, or any industry with safety and compliance requirements, staying on top of regulations, true

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