11th October 2017
A spill kit is a prerequisite for businesses where there is risk of pollution on site. In order to clean any spillages quickly, safely and efficiently, these spill kits need to contain all required cleaning materials to minimise the exposure to any hazardous materials or pollutants. But when does a business require one, and what […]
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4th May 2016
Employers have a duty of care to protect members of the public, as well as their own staff and other workers who may be sharing the job site. One of the biggest risks on construction sites where work is being carried out at height is the potential for falling objects, such as tools, equipment and […]
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14th March 2016
Mental health is a problem that affects approximately 1 in every 4 people each year, yet there is still little guidance available to employers on how to manage and help employees who may be struggling with a mental health problem. It is thought to cost UK employers approximately £1000 per person, per year, yet […]
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10th August 2015
A successful and effective health and safety policy must be clear and easy to understand, concise and detail the lines of responsibility for each aspect or arrangement. The Scope The scope of your policy will be individual to your business requirements. You may have a large policy overseeing the entire group or business, or you […]
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16th February 2015
A MEWP (Mobile Elevated Working Platform) is a vehicle specifically designed to ensure the safety of those working at heights. A basket platform on a boom lift allows workers to reach heights safely and be able to carry out a range of tasks and jobs without the risk of slipping or falling. However, this level […]
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4th December 2014
Construction dust is the dust created during almost all construction or demolition work. From drilling and sawing to chiselling, cabling and even sweeping – the dust that is produced can be extremely harmful, even if workers are only exposed to it for a short period of time. Why should you be worried? The majority of […]
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20th October 2014
One of the most effective steps you can take to ensure you are upholding sufficient health and safety in your workplace is to provide PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) to your workers. Even in situations where you have established a safe system of work, there may still be hazards that present a risk to workers which […]
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24th April 2014
One of the most important jobs in any workplace, such as a building site or loading bay, is a Vehicle Banksman. A Vehicle Banksman is the person who is in charge of directing the movements of large vehicles on a work site, particularly large cranes during loading and unloading. Click here for professional Vehicle Banksman […]
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7th May 2013
Whether you run a large construction company or a small retail unit, you will need to observe the necessary health and safety requirements that will keep your workforce and visitors safe, and will ensure your business is operating within the law. There is a lot of health and safety law, which can be complex, and […]
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4th February 2013
As an employer you have a moral obligation, as well as a legal duty, to keep your employees working safely and well whilst they are under your employment. But that’s not the only reason to look after your workers; it also makes good business sense, ensuring you avoid costly legal prosecution and penalties and develop […]
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