Part 2 – UAE: Landed for a Rotation, Never Rotated Back
New article just dropped 🐪✨ “Chapter 2: The Girl, the Spanish Guitar, and the One-Way Ticket to the Desert”
How I accidentally scored my first UAE contract, why a certain señorita and her guitar never rotated back to home, and the ridiculous chain of events that turned me into a Gulf expat.
Grab your coffee (or shisha) and dive in: https://www.occusafeserv.com/blog/part-2-uae-landed-for-a-rotation-never-rotated-back
Welcome to the desert. The adventure continues. 🌵🎸
Former Expat Confessions: Life Beyond My Homeland’s Porch
Hey everyone! I'm pausing the grind to revisit my expat memories—before Canada turned me from “expat” to “immigrant.” Why? It's my career's crown jewel, and after 4.5 years of parenting, I need a boost from those glory days. Maybe immigrant stories next. My creative side craves raw vibes, not constant service pitches to online strangers.
It's simmered awhile, sparked by dear friends and family—thanks, legends, for the push. Share your anecdotes, they said. Here I am, ditching lead-chasing for this thrill—electric like my old painting days. Will it hook you? Hemingway: “The first draft is shit.” Hope mine's fun enough to stick.
Humans crave stories: spin, share, etch for wide eyes and jaw-drops. Myths to podcasts—same addiction. I've got the guts to launch mine online. Internet decides: flop or fame. For fun: spark expat dreams, stir nomad nostalgia, cheer horizon-hunters. Cheers!
Bite-sized drops will apear weekly or so —long-form's killer in our chaos.
Curious? Jump to Part One: Evolve. Read more or subscribe!
Protecting Young Workers in High-Risk Jobs
Young workers face risks beyond construction sites—restaurant kitchens hide severe cuts and burns. In North America, over 27,000 youths under 18 were injured in 2017, with cuts accounting for 20% of cases. Yet, Canada’s lack of injury stats since 2013 obscures the full picture, worsened by underreporting among temporary workers. At OccuSafeServ, with over 20 years of global safety experience, I advocate for awareness. Learn how to safeguard young talent with training and reporting—visit https://www.occusafeserv.com/blog for more insights.
Safety at Home: Are You Covered?
As work life intensifies, many in BC, Canada, hire home services like cleaners or babysitters, unaware they may be liable for their safety under WorkSafeBC rules. Unregistered workers without coverage can turn homeowners into employers if injuries occur. This applies to BC, but other provinces may differ—check local regulations. With over 20 years of global safety experience at OccuSafeServ, I urge asking about coverage and training. Discover key questions and solutions in my latest blog post: https://www.occusafeserv.com/blog/safety-at-home-are-you-covered/. Let’s protect our homes together!
The Evolution of Safety Professionals
The safety profession has transformed, from my early days on Sakhalin Island’s oil fields to global LNG and pipeline projects. With over 20 years of experience, I’ve witnessed its shift toward innovation at OccuSafeServ. Once male-dominated, it now thrives with diverse voices, embracing new tools and challenges. This evolution shapes how we protect workers today. Explore my journey and insights on adapting safety practices in a changing world: https://www.occusafeserv.com/blog/food-for-thought-02-the-evolution-of-safety-professionals/. Join the conversation on safety’s future!
Behind the Hardhat: Who Safety Pros Are
Safety starts with awareness, a lesson from my 20+ years in oil and gas, from Sakhalin Island to global LNG projects. At OccuSafeServ, I share practical wisdom on identifying hazards and building safer workplaces. This post dives into real-world challenges and solutions, drawing from my journey as a field worker turned safety consultant. Discover how to apply these lessons in your industry: https://www.occusafeserv.com/blog/blog-post-title-one-e8hf5. Join me in rethinking safety—your feedback shapes the conversation!
AI Revolution: Jobs Fade, New Paths Rise
AI is reshaping professions, threatening roles like data entry clerks, radiologists, and truck drivers with automation, while opening doors to AI Ethics Consultants and VR Trainers. Drawing from my 20+ years in safety at OccuSafeServ, I reflect on the Industrial Revolution’s lessons and human unpredictability—key in safety decisions. Though AI can analyze risks, human intuition remains vital. Will AI enhance or replace us? Explore this "Food for Thought" post and share your insights: https://www.occusafeserv.com/blog/ai-revolution-jobs-fade-new-paths-rise. Connect at https://www.occusafeserv.com/!