Monday 14 February 2011

DICS v2.00.01 Released

v2.00.00 introduced a bug in the Print Location form where neither the Print or Print Preview buttons where connected to their respective reports.

v2.00.01 has fixed this issue.

Additional the formula used to calculate the date of issue message where insufficient acknowledgement time is offered has been amended.

Follow the links to get the latest version

Thursday 10 February 2011

DICS v2.00 Released

On Safe Lines is pleased to announce the release of DICS v2.00 our Document Issuing and Control System.

Enhancement include;

  1. Read Write or Read Only login for users
  2. Ability to be able to record Document Verification Checks (i.e available, correct issue, legiable etc) , with supporting reports and stats.
  3. Quick status report button showing key information to the document controller
  4. Auto screen resolution – forms can now automatically adjust in size to match the users monitor resolution
  5. Ability to record more details in regards to document owners including name, title and full address
  6. Ability to set your own document acknowledgement timescale between 7 and 31 days (presently fixed 21days)
  7. Several other minor amendments to enhance the application.

Please follow the link on On Safe Lines download page to obtain your an upgrade.

Saturday 29 January 2011

TIRA v2.00.04 Released

Improvement in the error message offered if the user attempts to use the same risk assessment number twice.

System now displays the duplicated risk assessment number within the error message and then returns the focus to the risk assessment unique ID field so users can make amends...

Applicable to all risk assessment modules.

Thursday 20 January 2011

AIM v2.00 Released

AIM 2.00 UPGRADE INFORMATION

On Safe Lines is pleased to announce the release of AIM v2.00 our Accident and Investigation Management system. This is a product enhancement and it is not necessary to upgrade.

Improvements;

1. Stats and Percentage from a variety of criteria such as;


a. By Date Range
b. By Accident Category
c. By Employees
d. By Grades
e. By Location
f. By Reports To
g. By Number of Percent

This data can then be exported to Pdf or Xps for reports, or to Excel for further trend analysis

2. Automatic screen resolution detection to adjust input forms etc to match the users monitor (turned on via log-in screen)

Friday 14 January 2011

TIRA version 2.00.03

Improvement to the Risk Assessment List forms has been made to capture Risk Assessment that may not have had all core data entered on initial creation of the record.

Example: You start to create a DSE risk assessment, you enter the unique reference number and perhaps the location but for some reason you close the record before entering the user's name (maybe to check you have the correct spelling for the individuals name). Previously, you would have needed all three of these core pieces of information before the record would appear in the search list box (although the filter form would have found the record). The list boxes will now show data provided at least one piece of core data has been entered.

This applies to all Risk Modules.

Tuesday 11 January 2011

TIRA G-Lite has been discontinued...

Version TIRA G-Lite has been discontinued...

It has been decided that TIRA will have just two versions, standard and the soon to be released pro version.

All the new features included in the G-Lite version such as record duplication, spell checking, tier access, etc. have been introduced into the newly launched version 2 of TIRA (standard edition).

Sunday 9 January 2011

TIRA version 2.00.02

A problem with the print preview button in the general risk assessment module has been identified.

Version 2.00.02 has fixed this issue

TIRA - Blank Input Screen




When in read-only mode if there is no data to be pulled from the table TIRA will not display any fields. This is normal behavour in read only mode.







Friday 7 January 2011

TIRA 2.00.01 Released

A problem in the recent release of TIRA v2.00 DSE module has been identified.

Version 2.00.01 has been released to resolve this issue.

The latest update can be download by following the links on our software page

Thursday 6 January 2011

TIRA Version 2 Released

TIRA Standard (Task Inventory and Risk Assessments) – Version 2.00 Released

Work on version 2 of TIRA (Standard edition) is complete.
Enhancements include;

1. Duplicate complete records (which will allow you to create template risk assessments for quickly replicating and amending to suit)
2. Read Only or Read Write access
3. Spell Checking on all memo fields (ability to add words to users own dictionary)
4. Automatic screen resolution adjustments (to match the display screen monitor being used)
5. Export reports to Pdf or Xps
6. New backend file linking routine to assist in moving or networking TIRA’s data files

Plus a few other minor changes to improve the overall programme functionality.

BEFORE UPDATING PLEASE READ THIS - Failure to follow these instructions could result in your data being lost.

Backup your data up first…

Those users that have not inputted any records simply uninstall previous version and install version 2.00

Those users that have data inputted into TIRA

Copy TIRA’s data file (not the GUI file) to a safe location (i.e. file TIRA_be.accdb). Uninstall the previous version and install version 2.00. Now delete the “newly installed” TIRA_be.accdb normally located in “C:\TIRA\Data” and replace it with the copy you saved earlier. PLEASE ENSURE YOU GET THIS THE RIGHT WAY ROUND.

Those users that have moved TIRA from its default installation directory will need to amend this instruction to suit their own arrangements, it in doubt ask your IT support.

Please follow the link on On Safe Lines download page to obtain your free upgrade.

TIRA v2.00 is trailware not freeware and some users my wish to remain with the old version.

Friday 31 December 2010

TIRA Version 2 soon to be released

Work on version 2 for TIRA (Standard) is almost complete.

Enhancements include;

1. Duplicate complete records (which will also allow you to create template risk assessment for quickly replicating and adjusting to suit)
2. Read Only or Read Write access
3. Spell Checking on all memo fields (ability to add words to users own dictionary)
4. Automatic screen resolution adjustments (to match the display screen monitor being used)
5. Export reports to Pdf or Xps
6. New backend file linking routine to assist in moving or networking TIRA’s data files

Plus a few other minor changes to improve the programme.

Friday 10 December 2010

AIM v1.03 Released

AIM v1.03 UPGRADE INFORMATION

This is a product enhancement

• Two level access – Read Write or Read Only (default set as read write)
• Spell checking on accident memo field
• Add words to user dictionary
• Statistal charts for
1. Accidents by Categories
2. Accidents by Locations
3. Accidents by Managers
4. Accidents by Employee Groups
5. Accidents by Employees
6. Days Lost through Accidents at Work
• New user friendly relinking interface to assist moving AIM from its default location or networking AIM’s data file
• Export to pdf or xps built into reports menu
• Printer options menu moved to 1st tab when displaying reports (more user friendly)
• Minor changes to the reports menus, including Chart Selector

Upgrade instructions from previous versions to v1.03 (Uses holding personal licences will receive their updates instructions shortly under a separate e-mail)

BEFORE UPDATING PLEASE READ THIS - Failure to follow these instructions could result in your data being lost.

Backup your data up first…

Those users that have not inputted any records

Simply uninstall the previous version and install version 1.03

Those users that have data inputted into AIM

IMPORTANT - Copy AIM’s data file (not the GUI file) to a safe location (i.e. file C:\AIM\Data\AIM_be.accdb). This file contains all your data.

Uninstall your previous version and install 1.03. Now delete the “newly installed” AIM_be.accdb and replace it with the copy you saved earlier. PLEASE ENSURE YOU GET THIS THE RIGHT WAY ROUND.

Those users that have moved AIM from its default installation directory will need to amend this instruction to suit their own arrangements, it in doubt ask your IT support.

Sunday 5 December 2010

TIRA Pro Update

Progress on TIRA Pro (Task Inventory and Risk Assessments programme) continues well.

Hazardous Substances Risk Assesment: complete
Fire Risk Assessment: module complete, reports to be designed
First Aid Risk Assessment: module complete, reports to be designed
PPE Risk Assessment: module complete, reports to be designed

Scheduled released date: Early 2011

AIM 1.03 Update News

Version 1.03 of AIM (Accident and Investigation Management system) is presently being developed. I am looking at adding the following enhancements;


Two Level Access, Read-write and Read-only
Spell Checking on memo fields
Various Charts

I will look at adding direct export options to print menu ribbon.

Further updates nearer the release date...

Sunday 14 November 2010

AIM - Accident Management Software Popularity Grows and Grows

On Safe Lines popular free Accident Investigation and Management software "AIM" breaks through the 500 free down loads.

Download Link

Tuesday 9 November 2010

DICS Version 1.01 Released

DICS UPGRADE INFORMATION – Product Enhancement

Upgrade from version 1.00 to 1.01

DICS now includes options to export reports directly from the menu ribbon.


BEFORE UPDATING PLEASE READ THIS - Failure to follow these instructions could result in your data being lost.

Backup your data up first…

Those users that have not inputted any records - Simply uninstall version 1.00 and install version 1.01

Those users that have data inputted into DICS

Copy DICS’s data file (not the GUI file) to a safe location (i.e. file C:\DICS\data\DICS_be.accdb). Uninstall version 1.00 and install 1.01. Now delete the “newly installed” DICS_be.accdb and replace it with the copy you saved earlier.

PLEASE ENSURE YOU GET THIS THE RIGHT WAY ROUND.

Those users that have moved DICS from its default installation directory will need to amend this instruction to suit their own arrangements, it in doubt please ask your IT support.

Please follow the link on On Safe Lines download page to obtain your free upgrade.

On Safe Lines Lauches TIRA G-Lite

On Safe Lines is pleased to announce the launch of TIRA G-Lite.

TIRA G-Lite has been developed to specifically cover task based risk assessments only, and as such comes with just two inter-linking risk modules;

• Task Inventories
• General Risk Assessment

TIRA G_Lite has been designed to be compact, efficient and easy to use and comes with several improvements over the original TIRA.

• Three user levels (Administrator, Editors and Read Only)
• Spell checking for memo fields (automatic or manual mode)
• One click duplication of complete Task Inventories and Risk Assessments - This will allow users to create templates of their most common activities and instantly make copies for quick updating
• Quickly switch between form and tab modes when entering staff details
• Auto close if the programme detects no use activity after 15 minutes
• Several other minor improvements to make the programme easier to use

TIRA G-Lite can be downloaded by going to the On Safe Lines
software support page and following the links.

Monday 25 October 2010

TIRA Popularity Grows and Grows

On Safe Lines popular free Risk Assessment software "TIRA" breaks through the 1000 free down loads

TIRA Download

Sunday 10 October 2010

TIRA Pro Under Development

Work has been started on the next version of TIRA (TIRA Pro).

The programme will include the following additional Risk Assessment modules;

* Hazardous Substances (chemicals)
* Fire
* Personal Protective Equipment
* First Aid

This list may be added to or reduced...

Further details as an when available.

Tuesday 5 October 2010

DICS - Issued Independent Softpedia's 100% clean Award

As On Safe Lines popular Document Management software DICS gains recognition, it has just been awarded Softpedia’s 100% clean award.

Click on link to take a look...


Monday 27 September 2010

On Safe Lines Releases DICS programme

On Safe Lines is pleased to announce the release of its next FREEWARE Business Software Solution, which is a comprehensive Document Issuing and Control System, referred to as DICS.

DICS is a comprehensive computer programme designed specifically for the management of controlled company documentation. DICS is intended to be used by those Quality, Health and Safety or Environmental professionals with responsibilities for the issuing, updating and removal of controlled documentation.

DICS’s primary objective is to make the management of your company controlled documentation simpler, less bureaucratic and more efficient.  DISC will aid companies in meeting the requirements of their Quality, Safety and / or Environmental Management System requirements for the control of documentation.

DICS can be downloaded by following the directions outlined in this link.

Please refer to the getting started on-line web support for the default login details and further help.

SMART - Issued Independent Softpedia's 100% clean Award

As On Safe Lines extremely intelligent absenteeism software SMART gains recognition, it has just been awarded Softpedia’s 100% clean award.

Click on link to take a look...

Certificate

AIM - Issued Independent Softpedia's 100% clean Award

As On Safe Lines popular Accident and Investigation Management software AIM gains recognition, it has just been awarded Softpedia’s 100% clean award.

Click on link to take a look...

Certificate

TIRA - Issued Independent Softpedia's 100% clean Award

As On Safe Lines comprehensive Risk Assessment software TIRA gains popularity it has just been awarded Softpedia’s 100 clean award.

Click on link to take a look...

Certificate

Sunday 2 May 2010

Coming Soon - The SMART Program

Following on from the successful release of TIRA On Safe Lines free Risk Management software, the next project to be released by On Safe Lines is to be called SMART, this stands for Sickness Monitoring and Recurring Trends Program. This application will allow all aspects of employees sickness records to be monitored and allow in-depth trend analysis on current (52 weeks) and long-term historical sickness records and patterns.

Key Features of SMART

Easy to set-up, maintain and input data Comprehensive records of employees sickness records, both current and historical intelligent trend analysis on employees sickness, including;

  • 10 or more days of sickness in 52 weeks
  • 2 or more occurrences off sickness in the last 13 weeks
  • 2 or more occurrences off sickness in any 13 weeks period in the last 52 weeks
  • 5 or more separate sickness in a 52 week period
  • 5 or more continuous days off with sickness in a 52 week period
  • Comprehensive reports that cover all aspects of employees sickness and sickness trends
  • Comprehensive statistics on sickness figures
  • Historical sickness records are maintained for the employees working career with your company
  • Monitors employees on sickness disciplinary, from first warning to dismal
  • Monitors employees on disciplinary and automatically clears the monitoring when sickness improves

Those interested in SMART please let me know by using the automated e-mail service and typing in a few contact details and entering in the text box your interest in being kept up to date on SMARTs progress.

Monday 26 April 2010

On Safe Lines Update

On Safe Lines Update

For those user that have downloaded TIRA I hope you are enjoying this free version. I probably put too much into this version, but there you are, it is done now. Once you get some meaningful data into TIRA you will begin to understand just how powerful the program is, and how easy it can make the managing of your health and safety risk assessments and thereafter the monitoring remedial actions. Whilst work on TIRA Pro will begin shortly I have desided (rightly or wrongly) to complete the design and development of a project called SMART. (details below)

Back in the old days, when I was a QHSE Manager for a medium sized engineering company, for my sins I was also responsible for Plant services, Facilities and Administration support. Being in charge of administration gave me an understanding of company sickness and monitoring procedures. I am now finalising the development of an application to assist Administration / HR departments in managing this process.

Therefore the next project to be released by On Safe Lines is to be called SMART, this stands for Sickness Monitoring and Recurring Trends. This application will allow all aspects of employees sickness records to be monitored and allow in-depth trend analysis on current (52 weeks) and long-term historical sickness records and patterns.

More details can be found on the On Safe Lines update page On Safe Lines News

Whilst this application may not be your area of responsibility, your administration department may find it very useful.

STAMP is expected to be released in 2 to 3 months time, if you wish to register your interest please type 'Register me for SMART updates' in the On Safe Lines automated e-mail service. Contact OSL

TIRA Released

On Safe Lines is proud to announce the release of TIRA.

TIRA stands for Task Inventory and Risk Assessments and is a comprehensive risk management and analysis program, designed to be used by both the safety professional and those with part time safety  responsibilities.

TIRA allows organisations to manage their risk assessments efficiently and effectively by easily guiding the assessor through the whole risk assessment process and then keeping track of who, where, when, and what has been achieved as well as actions and recommendation still outstanding. TIRA allows instant access to performance and tracking information. All risk assessments can be quickly and easily located and where necessary printed in a professionally designed and standard format.

TIRA has been issued as freeware.

See TIRA Home Page for full details