New research published recently in a scientific journal indicates that GPs need to be better at recognising occupational asthma after figures show that many people
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The main causes of accidents have changed in recent years with human error and safety behaviour issues usually being the dominant factors. Inadvertent types of
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Mould is a surprisingly common workplace problem and its presence can cause concern due to the potential health effects. Can it be a cause of
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This new feature looks at important cases that have helped shape Health and Safety law over the years. We will examine both common law and
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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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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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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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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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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
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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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