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What Should Be Included In Your Asbestos Policies & Procedures?
Asbestos is a hazardous material that was widely used in construction, manufacturing, and other industries until the 1980s. Although the use of asbestos has been banned in the UK since 1999, many buildings still contain asbestos-containing materials (ACMs), which can...
Why Fire Marshal Training is Crucial for Workplace Safety
Fire safety is an essential aspect of workplace safety that should never be taken lightly. In the United Kingdom, fire safety regulations and legal requirements exist to ensure that employers take the necessary measures to protect their employees and property from the...
Burns In The Workplace丨Causes, Degrees & Treatment Options
Burns are a common workplace injury that can result from exposure to heat, chemicals, electricity, radiation, and other hazards. Depending on their severity, burns can cause pain, swelling, blistering, tissue damage, and even death. In this article, we will discuss...
The Importance of PPE in the Workplace
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is a crucial aspect of workplace safety that cannot be ignored. Employees face a range of hazards that could cause injury or illness, such as working with hazardous substances or heavy machinery. The use of appropriate PPE can...
Asbestos Awareness Courses & Certificates: Your Questions Answered
Asbestos is an extremely dangerous substance that can be found in sprayed coatings on ceilings or walls, loose-fill insulation, roofing and various other locations. This hazardous substance can be detrimental to the health of employees. Protecting employees from this...
What Is The ConstructionLine Accreditation?
To thrive in today’s construction industry, businesses need to work towards achieving certain accreditations as they help to demonstrate a business's compliance with relevant health and safety standards. One of these top accreditation is ConstructionLine which is...
Lone Working: Everything Employers Need To Know
Lone working encompasses a broad range of industries and occupations, resulting in an estimated 6.8 million workers in the UK falling into this category. There are a variety of risks associated with lone work, which are important for both employees and employers to be...
What Is A Dynamic Risk Assessment?
Risk assessments are crucial in every industry and business. They have multiple purposes, but first and foremost, they ensure that your staff are not exposed to any unnecessary risks. Formal risk assessments are very useful in identifying potential hazards and...
How To Improve Your Manual Handling Technique
Using the correct techniques when working with heavy items is crucial. Lifting and carrying aren’t as simple as you would think, and serious consequences can become a reality if these actions are done incorrectly. Safety Services Direct has many years of experience in...
At What Height Do You Need Fall Protection Equipment?
Working at heights can be daunting, especially when you know there is a risk of falling. With or without fall arresting equipment, it can be a scary position to be in. However, the risk of working at heights should never be taken without the right equipment. Safety...
4 Safety Tips For Working At Height
Working at heights is one of the biggest culprits contributing to injuries and fatalities that occur in the workplace. In fact, 24% of worker deaths were caused by fatal injuries in 2021/22. Clearly, working at heights comes with high-risk potential. So, it would...
How To Do A COSHH Risk Assessment
Employers are legally obligated to look after the health and well-being of their employees. This includes identifying risks in the workplace and implementing measures to mitigate those risks. One such risk is that of hazardous substances. In such cases, you will need...
What Is A Risk Assessment & Method Statement?
What is a Risk Assessment? Risk assessments form the cornerstone of UK health & safety legislation and the requirement for organisations to prepare risk assessments are clearly outlined in several health and safety acts and regulations including the HSE. A risk...
Violence in The Workplace
Since the pandemic began, individuals, teams, and entire organisations have been put under more stress than ever. Along with this stress and the changes that the pandemic has caused, there has been a severe spike in violence in the workplace. Not only are physical and...
What Is Your Maximum Manual Handling Weight Limit?
When it comes to manual handling, ensuring the health and safety of employees should be of the utmost importance. Many factors can affect how safe a manual handling activity is; however, there are many lifting tips available for both employers and employees to help...
