Even before it has been launched, the Government’s latest initiative to help employers and employees manage sickness absence, the Health and Work Service, has been
Read More >
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
Read More >
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
Read More >
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
Read More >
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
Read More >
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
Read More >
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
Read More >
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
Read More >
Most Popular ArticlesRisk assessments are an absolute requirement under health and safety legislation and failure to conduct them is an offence. Risk assessments are designed to ensure
Read More >
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
Read More >
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
Read More >
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
Read More >
