Home working: A big winner after London Olympics
According to a recent Vodafone UK survey, “this summer’s sporting events have boosted appetite for flexible working”, in London and the Home Counties. The survey
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Competence: Health and Safety Training Focus
General Health and Safety A number of organisations run ‘entry level’ health and safety training courses. Although general health and safety awareness training does not
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Legionella Risk Assessment
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has told businesses they need to “do more to protect workers and members of the public from exposure to
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Fire Risk Assessment in Catering Facilities
Within catering facilities there can be many fire hazards, with cooking appliances accounting for 3.4% of all accidental fires in non-domestic premises in Great Britain
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Work-Related Upper Limb Disorders
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published a new research report on the use of mechanical aids and automation for reducing the risks of
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Identifying Confined Space Hazards
Legislation In addition to the normal duty of care imposed by the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997
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Asbestos in schools – a statistical concern
There has recently been considerable media interest on the subject of asbestos in schools, primarily as a result of an investigation by BBC Wales .
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Top 10 tips for safe working at height
Working at height can be one of the more dangerous occupations if not managed properly. Even a fall from a relatively small height can lead
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