Health and safety is one of those careers people often “discover” rather than set out for from day one. That’s certainly true for me. Before stepping into this field, I’d done a bit of everything—bar work, delivery driving, ducting installation, marshalling at Glastonbury Festival, shifts in factori…
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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…
How to Stay Safe in Cold Weather
When it comes to preparing for changing weather, the focus is often on extreme conditions. However, research has found that prolonged exposure to moderately cold temperatures actually kills more people than extreme heat or freezing spells. In fact, data collected in 384 locations shows that …
Managing Hearing Protection: The CUFF Approach
Protecting your hearing is crucial in noisy workplaces or environments where exposure to loud sounds is a common occurrence. Wearing hearing protection is a vital safety measure, but it's not a one-size-fits-all solution. Simply having access to hearing protection isn't enough; it must be effectivel…
Don Quixote delivers a health and safety induction (just for fun!)
[The employees of a medieval castle gather in the courtyard, where they are greeted by their new safety instructor, a flamboyant knight in shining armour.]
Instructor: "Greetings, fellow knights and ladies! I am Don Quixote, and I have been tasked with the important duty of teaching you the ways …
What is RIDDOR?
RIDDOR, or the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations, is a set of regulations in the United Kingdom that determine how employers must record and report incidents in the workplace and how to respond to them. The regulations were first introduced in 1995 (coming int…
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…
Workplace hearing protection
Hearing protection is an important element of workplace safety, particularly for those workers in high-noise environments. Comprehensive hearing protection programs must be implemented in order to protect workers from serious risk of hearing loss, as well as to ensure that workplaces remain producti…
Addressing Hazardous Chemical Risks In Lab Settings
White coats. Safety goggles. Bunsen burners. For some, these items merely stir memories of high school science labs but for others they are daily essentials. In the world of laboratory research, chemists and lab technicians are surrounded by hazardous chemicals and dangerous elements daily. At times…
Safety tips when working with chemicals
Maintaining a safe and productive working environment is often challenging whatever the circumstances. When chemicals are involved, that challenge can be significantly increased. Without proper handling, many of the substances on which we rely can be dangerous.
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.
4 Common Forklift Accidents & How to Prevent Them
According to the British Safety Council, approximately 1,300 employees within the material handling industry are hospitalised annually as a result of a forklift accident within the workplace and that number is predicted to rise. Overall, that equates to five people a day suffering a forklift-related…
4 Common Forklift Accidents & How to Prevent Them
According to the British Safety Council, approximately 1,300 employees within the material handling industry are hospitalised annually as a result of a forklift accident within the workplace and that number is predicted to rise. Overall, that equates to five people a day suffering a forklift-related…
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