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(HSE) promising publication of the 2015 Construction, Design and Management (CDM) Regulations some time this month, draft guidance has
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Energy management and carbon reduction Latest research indicates that, in the UK, buildings are responsible for almost 50% of energy consumption, with over one-third of
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The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 is the primary piece of legislation covering occupational health and safety in the UK. In order for
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Since October 2013 the HSE is no longer required to approve first aid trainers. This raises some questions and uncertainties about how suitable first aid
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In recent years, there has been increased attention given to asbestos management in schools. Clearly, health issues affecting children and young people will always raise
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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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