Making the business case for safety and health at work
The European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA) has published a new research report on the business case for safety and health at
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Lifting Machinery and Equipment Safety: Strength and Stability
Employers should consider whether the equipment has adequate strength for the proposed use, taking into account the combination of forces to which the lifting equipment
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The maintenance of ageing plant and equipment
All plant and equipment will be subject to ageing which, if not managed appropriately, can lead to equipment/plant failure which, in turn, can lead to
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Online health and safety training: the pros and cons
In recent years there has been a considerable proliferation of online health and safety training courses, often referred to as e-learning. The number of occupational
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Vaping in the workplace
The World Health Organization (WHO) has published a new report on the smoking of electronic cigarettes, known as vaping, with employers being urged to ensure
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Health and safety basics for businesses
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has revised its guidance on basic health and safety for businesses. The revised version has brought the guidance up
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Tackling Occupational Disease
The HSE has set up a new occupational disease community site, designed to encourage the promotion and exchange of ideas and initiatives for tackling occupational
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ISO 14001 Standard changing
The well-known Environmental Management Standard (EMS) ISO 14001 is undergoing significant change to ensure it is fit for purpose for future environmental issues. It has
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