Natalia Timacheva Natalia Timacheva

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.

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Natalia Timacheva Natalia Timacheva

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!

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Natalia Timacheva Natalia Timacheva

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!

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Natalia Timacheva Natalia Timacheva

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!

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Natalia Timacheva Natalia Timacheva

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/!

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