Health and Safety Actions for Small and Medium Sized Businesses
If you run a small or medium sized business you will need to work harder on your health and safety to keep in control. Whether you have a board of…
Keeping Reports and Records Under RIDDOR
RIDDOR EXPLAINED There is a law that demands employers and those with responsibilities within a work place must keep records and reports for: Fatalities that are work related Serious injuries…
How the SMSTS Course can reduce incidents in the construction industry
When it comes to the construction industry, health and safety is about more than simply ticking boxes – it’s about avoiding potentially serious incidents where employees could get severely injured….
Clampdown on Construction Sites in the West Midlands
Construction Safety Spot Checks Throughout the whole of the West Midlands the Health and Safety Executive are clamping down on construction sites. The aim is to reduce the amount of…
Stress and the Work Place
Many people are aware of health and safety issues in the work place caused by poorly maintained machinery, the lack of risk assessments or slipping and tripping dangers. One of…
Dealing with Workplace Bullying & Creating a Positive Workplace Culture
Experience of Workplace Bullying Since leaving employment to run my own business, I have discovered the real benefits of being my own boss. When in employment, I was confronted by…
Machinery Needs to Be Handled Carefully and Operated by Trained Professionals
There are constant risks involved when dealing with any type of machinery. In the past there have been many accidents, injuries and deaths caused by machines which have not been…
Free Asbestos Awareness Training Drive Push from HSE
Asbestos is a killer. Unfortunately despite everyone knowing about the dangers of working with asbestos, many employees fail to protect the lives of their employees. So to help encourage better…
Too Much Fun over the Easter Holidays Can Hit Companies Where it Hurts
Easter has come to an end, and being one of the longest on record many people are feeling the pain as they return to work and rush the kids off…