The purpose of a maintenance programme is to keep workplace plant and equipment in a state of good repair and efficient working order so that
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A research survey conducted by a healthcare company has concluded that gaps in employers’ policies are putting outdoor workers at risk of harmful UV radiation
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In November 2014, the BBC reported that some drug screening companies had seen rises of between 40% and 470% in the number of annual tests
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In October 2014, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) published its latest statistical annual report on work-related injuries, fatalities and ill health for Great Britain
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Plans for update to PPE Directive Suppliers of personal protective equipment (PPE) have welcomed plans for revisions to the current European PPE Directive (89/686/EC) to
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Facilities managers are often responsible for shared premises, properties in which there are several businesses or other organisations, or for premises in which there are
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Employers are required to provide adequate and appropriate equipment, facilities and personnel to ensure their employees (and others when deemed necessary) receive immediate attention if
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With the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) promising publication of the 2015 Construction, Design and Management (CDM) Regulations some time this month, draft guidance has
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What can you do if unauthorised vehicles are parked on your private property? It can be a perennial headache for businesses when unauthorised persons are
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Safe workplaces are productive workplaces, and as an employer, you need to know what legislation applies to your business and make sure that it is
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By Law, every car park and traffic route must be safe and suitable for the people and vehicles using them. We’ve put together a useful
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