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Recent health and safety videos

In recent safety-related news, several companies have faced significant fines and legal consequences for lapses in workplace safety. These incidents underscore the critical importance of prioritising employee well-being.

Let's take a brief look at a few of these cases:

"Company Director Avoids…

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Common mistakes in risk assessment

In this comprehensive video, we delve deep into the critical aspects of workplace risk assessments. Discover the most common mistakes that can compromise employee safety and the overall effectiveness of assessments. From incomplete hazard identification to overlooking human factors, we explore each …

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Effective risk assessments

From the moment you wake up, risk assessment is woven into your daily routine—evaluating hazards and applying controls to ensure safety. Embracing this mindset in the workplace is crucial, yet the notion of workplace risk assessment can be daunting. Fear not, as this video is your comprehensive reso…

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Managing Occupational Health and Safety

In every workplace, prioritising occupational health and safety isn't just a choice—it's an imperative.

This video delves into the pivotal role of managing occupational health and safety, outlining the key components of risk assessment, employee engagement, and a structured safety approach that…

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COSHH basics

COSHH stands for the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health and is a set of regulations implemented by the UK Government that provide guidelines and requirements for work environments that make use of hazardous substances.

The regulations are designed to protect employees and other individuals…

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Health and safety induction

Safety Induction is the process of introducing safe and healthy work practices, processes, and procedures to new and existing employees and contractors. In any given workplace, safety induction is a necessary step to ensure the safety and well-being of all personnel and visitors.

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How Health and Safety Can Increase Profitability: A Comprehensive Guide

image shows someone wearing PPE standing in front of a profit and loss chartIn today's fast-paced business landscape, the connection between health and safety and overall profitability has become increasingly evident. Prioritising the well-being of your employees, customers, and stakeholders not only aligns with ethical responsibilities but also provides other significant f…

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How health and safety has changed since the last coronation

a photo of The Mall, leading to Buckingham PalaceSince the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II (which took place in 1953) there have been significant advancements in health and safety practices and regulations in various sectors, including:

Workplace safety: In the UK, the Health and Safety at Work Act was introduced in 1974, which sets out the…

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4 key skills needed to be a health and safety professional

Safety considerations when hiring a cherry picker

Lone worker safety in the security industry

How to safely use a laptop in public places

Using a laptop in public places such as coffee shops, libraries, or even train stations can be a great way to stay productive on the go. However, there are some safety precautions you should take when using your laptop in these environments. These tips will help ensure your safety and security w…

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Top 10 Workplace Christmas Safety Tips

With just ten days to go until Christmas, here are some key tips for employers and employees to keep their workplaces safe, ready for the Christmas holidays.

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Video: Health and Safety Culture

Face fit testing - what you need to know

photo shows respiratory protective equipmentIll-fitting clothing is unflattering. Ill-fitting shoes are uncomfortable and ill-fitting protective equipment is unfit for purpose and therefore unsafe. This fact is recognized in law.

For example, the law requires that almost all protective masks be face-fit tested to ensure that they provide e…

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Health and safety & security threats in retail businesses and how to remedy them

photo shows a shutter being closed over a shop windowHealth and safety and security threats are often either the same or very closely related. This means that by practicing good health and safety, you will often improve your security - and vice versa. Here are some tips to help.

Conduct regular assessments of your premises

Risk assessments are m…

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Common office health and safety risks and how to avoid them

image shows a cluttered officeEven though the average office is a whole lot safer than say, the average construction site, there are still a fair number of health and safety risks that need to be managed. Here are some of the most common and how to avoid them.

Slips, trips, and falls

These tend to be the number one health …

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What is a 'Competent Person' and does my business need one?

Photo shows two workers looking at blueprintsEven the smallest businesses have the legal responsibility to manage health and safety at work and are mandated to appoint a competent person to take ownership of fulfilling this obligation.

The definition of a competent person

A competent person does not have to be a qualified and dedicated h…

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Health > safety: how to improve workplace wellbeing

Photo shows a healthy lunch optionModern day employees can receive training for site safety, fire safety, construction safety, food safety, and a million subjects besides. In short, safety is a pretty tightly controlled and well understood discipline. Yet many of the industries where health & safety training and protocols are most p…

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New Design Innovations in Disposable Respirators

Photo shows a respiratory mask being worn when using chemicalsRespiratory innovation is happening but in baby steps. Personal protective equipment is traditionally a low innovation area, but new advances in technology in the area of materials, fabrics and overall design have dramatically improved worker protection and user comfort. Disposable respirators have …

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