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How To Write A Drug and Alcohol Workplace Policy
Updated: 07/07/2023 Drug and alcohol abuse in the workplace is more common than you would probably like to think - it’s a prevalent issue that demands attention. Having a clear drug and alcohol workplace policy (written up and distributed to employees) is crucial for...
How To Protect Yourself From Asbestos
Although it may look rather harmless, asbestos is an extremely dangerous substance that kills approximately 5,000 workers every year making it one of the biggest causes of worker death in the UK. If you inhale asbestos fibres, it can cause life-threatening illnesses...
Your GDPR Checklist
GDPR is an extensive 88-page document covering every aspect of the new EU data protection laws. Businesses who are non-compliant with GDPR after the 25th of May 2018 may find themselves being issued a large fine of up to €20 million or 4% of their annual turnover, so...
Five of the Biggest Health and Safety Risks in 2018
As we continue to move into the new year, OSHCR (Occupational Safety and Health Consultants Register) has warned of the five biggest risks to employee health and safety in 2018. These are things that you should be aware of now so that you can put procedures and...
What Is GDPR and Do You Need GDPR Training?
The moment you have been waiting for is almost upon us. GDPR comes into effect on 25th May and as we draw closer to the big day, it’s important that you understand your responsibilities and legal requirements regarding the new laws. This new framework for data...
Biggest (and Most Ridiculous) Health and Safety Myths
There are myths aplenty in the world of health and safety but the HSE are quick to clear up any workplace rumours. The following are real cases presented to HSE and they busted the myth pretty promptly: Kettles and microwaves aren't allowed in the office In one...
How Can You Protect Your Employees When There is Extreme Winter Weather?
Last week, the UK experienced some of the heaviest snowfall in recent years with many places seeing up to 10 inches of snow over the course of 24 hours! This is probably not the last time we will face treacherous weather conditions this winter, so we should do what we...
How Can Online Health and Safety Training Benefit Your Business?
The benefits of online health and safety training for businesses are staggering; so much so, that it would seem silly not to purchase a heap of courses today and start earning those all important certificates. From Abrasive Wheels and Working At Heights to Asbestos...
Ten Tips For Manual Handling
Many of us will encounter manual handling activities in the workplace whether it's lifting a box in the store room or transporting a delivery of goods, so that puts a lot of people at risk of a manual handling injury such as musculoskeletal disorder. In fact, manual...
How Can Employers Reduce Stress At Work?
A few weeks ago, the Thrive at Work report, which reviews mental health and how it affects workers, revealed that 300,000 people with long term mental health problems lose their job every year. This has resulted in a shift in conversation regarding mental health in...
What Are The Responsibilities Of A First Aider at Work?
The role of a first aider in the workplace is to provide immediate medical care that could potentially save lives should an emergency occur on the premises. This is why it's very important that you have trained first aiders on site at all times. The Health and Safety...
How Can You Prevent Slips, Trips and Falls at Work?
Slips, trips and falls are one of the most common causes of workplace injuries making up 37% of all accidents and resulting in approximately 50 deaths a year. There are many precautions that can be put into place to prevent the chances of slips, trip and falls around...
What is Asbestos? UK Guide to Dangers, Identification, and Exposure
Despite being fully banned in the UK over two decades ago, asbestos remains the single greatest cause of work-related deaths in the country. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) statistics on asbestos, past exposure to this deadly mineral kills around...
How To Create and Implement A Fire Safety Procedure At Work
Every workplace needs the appropriate assessments and policies in place for any health and safety risks and potentially dangerous situations, and this includes fire safety. In 2015/2016 there were approximately 30,000 workplace fires which injured 2,000 and killed 39...
What is CHAS?
CHAS is a health and safety accreditation scheme that aims to improve health and safety standards across the UK. If you are a contractor and you want to improve business visibility, earn instant trust and gain more clients, then CHAS accreditation is for you! CHAS, or...
