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The Rise of Remote Work Highlighting the Need for New Health and Safety Standards

Richard Nichols

Sep 15, 20232 min read

The Rise of Remote Work Highlighting the Need for New Health and Safety Standards

Explore the impact of remote working, from its benefits to health concerns. Learn how organizations can ensure remote workers' well-being.

Network Rail's £1.2M Fine After Fatal Accident Highlights Significance of Workplace Safety Measures

Richard Nichols

Aug 22, 20232 min read

Network Rail's £1.2M Fine After Fatal Accident Highlights Significance of Workplace Safety Measures

Discover the tragic consequences of insufficient safety protocols in the workplace and and their role in preventing tragic accidents.

Enhancing Fire Safety in High-Risk Environments: Lessons from a Devastating Incident

Richard Nichols

Jul 24, 20232 min read

Enhancing Fire Safety in High-Risk Environments: Lessons from a Devastating Incident

Enhancing Fire Safety: The critical role of continuous fire watch in hot work environments.

Fire Safety Guidance: Warning Issued as E-Bike and E-Scooter Fires Skyrocket in 2023

Richard Nichols

Jul 19, 20232 min read

Fire Safety Guidance: Warning Issued as E-Bike and E-Scooter Fires Skyrocket in 2023

Warning issues by London Fire Brigade regarding the significant increase in e-bike and e-scooter fires this year.

Constructionline's Requirements Update: The Vital Importance of Anti-Tax Procedures

Chris Thompson

Jun 13, 20233 min read

Constructionline's Requirements Update: The Vital Importance of Anti-Tax Procedures

Constructionline's Requirements Update: Tax Fraud, Consequences & Vigilance in Business - Learn the Importance of Compliance.

Startling TUC Poll: 2 in 3 Young Women Endure Sexual Harassment, Bullying, or Verbal Abuse at Work

Chris Thompson

May 25, 20233 min read

Startling TUC Poll: 2 in 3 Young Women Endure Sexual Harassment, Bullying, or Verbal Abuse at Work

Birmingham wall collapse: Directors jailed after five men lost their lives

Richard Nichols

May 25, 20233 min read

Birmingham wall collapse: Directors jailed after five men lost their lives

Tragic wall collapse leads to jail sentences. Discover how workplace risk assessment can prevent accidents.

Preventing Work at Height Accidents: Lessons Learned from Two Tragic Cases

Richard Nichols

May 1, 20232 min read

Preventing Work at Height Accidents: Lessons Learned from Two Tragic Cases

Work at height is a major hazard in all industries and was highlighted in 2 tragic cases where 2 individuals lost their lives due to falls.

The Importance of Conducting Safe Working Practices on Farms

Thorne Stopps

Mar 29, 20232 min read

The Importance of Conducting Safe Working Practices on Farms

Conducting safe working practices on farms is crucial to prevent accidents and promote a safe working environment.

Asbestos Awareness in the UK: Protecting Young Tradespeople from the Risk

Thorne Stopps

Mar 22, 20232 min read

Asbestos Awareness in the UK: Protecting Young Tradespeople from the Risk

Asbestos is a highly hazardous material that can cause serious health issues like lung cancer and mesothelioma when inhaled.

Richard Nichols

Feb 23, 20232 min read

Recent Health and Safety Incidents

In Health & Safety, we have a duty of care not just to ourselves but also other who may be affected by what we do at work.

Richard Nichols

Jan 27, 20232 min read

Health & Safety FAQ’s

In today's article, we answer some health and safety frequently asked questions. Including why health and safety is important.

Is your business on the right side of compliance?

Richard Nichols

Dec 22, 20222 min read

Is your business on the right side of compliance?

Is your business on the right side of compliance? When you ignore compliance issues, and don’t get competent advice; your business pays.

Thorne Stopps

Dec 14, 20221 min read

Batteries linked to waste fires

An estimated £158 million per annum is spent rectifying damage caused by battery fires. We look at the facts, as well as some mitigation

Richard Nichols

Nov 24, 20222 min read

Health and Safety Update - Nov '22

An overview of the HSE's yearly Health and Safety at work statistics for Great Britain. We compare this years figures to lasts'.

Agriculture at Christmas – Things to watch out for

Richard Nichols

Nov 23, 20222 min read

Agriculture at Christmas – Things to watch out for

We are continuing on our ‘Elf and Safety’ series in the lead-up to Christmas; this week with an instalment looking at working in Agriculture

Richard Nichols

Nov 21, 20222 min read

RIDDOR - When to Report

We have written this article to help distinguish when an accident must be reported under RIDDOR, and when it should not.

Editor

Nov 18, 20222 min read

Road Safety Week 2022

This year’s Road Safety Week, by Brake, focuses on Safe Roads For All. As a part of that, we have decided to delve into driving at work

Editor

Nov 17, 20223 min read

Elf and Safety – Winter Hazards Guide

Winter is a time full of many different hazards. – But don't worry, we're here to help.

Richard Nichols

Oct 25, 20222 min read

Incident causation linked to hunger

The effects of hunger can be both physical and mental. This article examines how incident causation is linked to hunger

Tragic Fall Highlights the Dangers of Working at Height

A tragic fall highlights the dangers of working at height. Prioritise safety, training and compliance to prevent life-altering accidents.

FAQs on ISO Certification

ISO (International Organization for Standardization) creates and publishes global standards to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency...

Preventing Sexual Harassment: Key Steps for Employers Under the Worker Protection Act 2023

Worker Protection Act 2023 requires employers to prevent sexual harassment proactively. Discover key steps for compliance and safeguarding

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