3rd February 2017
Health and safety is a crucial component of every single workplace. Or, at least, it should be. Recent studies have shown that as much as 60% of employees don’t fully adhere to the health and safety rules and regulations in their workplace, and 33% don’t think their workplace has any health and safety rules whatsoever.
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23rd December 2016
An often-overlooked but crucial part of any effective workplace is communication. It should be ever-present in any working environment, whether it be an office or a construction site. Communication aids productivity, health and safety and happy employees, all of which are important if a business is to thrive. But how do you ensure healthy communication […]
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8th December 2016
It is important that you and your staff are knowledgeable of the various safety signs that can be found around the workplace. By being able to act safely and follow safety precautions in a building, the risk of harm can be significantly reduced. These are prohibition safety signs, either circular with a cross through […]
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6th June 2016
Corporate manslaughter refers to a criminal offence in English law that involves a death caused by a corporate entity. The Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide (CMCMA) Act came into effect on April 6th, 2008, and on the 1st February 2016, changes were made to the law regarding the sentencing of companies found guilty of corporate […]
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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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21st December 2015
New sentencing guidelines were released at the beginning of November that could see businesses facing tougher penalties for offences relating to corporate manslaughter, health & safety and food hygiene. The guidelines cover all businesses and organisations in England and Wales found to have caused death, illness or injury through unsafe or illegal working practices. This […]
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15th December 2015
A recent study by Cerico found that workplace deaths have risen by almost 7%, from 133 to 142, over the last year. Whilst this is a very concerning statistic, the study also found that in the last 3 years, the number of criminal prosecutions for serious breaches of health and safety law has risen by […]
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2nd November 2015
Vehicles used in the workplace always carry a certain level of risk, whether that vehicle is a golf buggy or a cherry picker. Some of the most dangerous types of vehicles used in a huge range of industries in the UK, are forklift trucks. This is primarily due to the unstable nature of the truck […]
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26th October 2015
Here at Health and Safety Training Ltd, much of our training and guidance focuses on more hazardous workplaces, such as construction sites and warehouses, but that doesn’t mean that other working environments, such as offices and shops, are completely risk free. The Workplace Regulations 1992 cover a wide range of basic issues that could affect […]
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22nd October 2015
In the UK, we are not great at dealing with an unexpected snowfall, despite the fact that most years we have at least a few days of very heavy snow that disrupt traffic and cause general chaos. As an employer, sudden snow falls can mean balancing your staff’s safety in hazardous travel conditions, whilst controlling […]
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15th October 2015
The spine is simply a series of small bones called vertebrae, that provide protection for the bundle of sensitive nerves (spinal cord) that carry messages to other parts of the body. Damage to the spine, even just to a single vertebrae, can result in serious injuries, ranging from pain and lack of feeling, to lack […]
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11th September 2015
Construction, demolition and manufacturing companies all over the world rely on cranes to transport and lift materials and goods. Crane systems are safe, easy to use and very efficient, but only when expertly installed and used by properly trained, competent people. However, when something goes wrong, the results can be catastrophic. Two recent, […]
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7th September 2015
Silica is a naturally occurring mineral compound. It is found in 2 forms, crystalline and noncrystalline (also known amorphous) and is present in all kinds of building materials including sand, asphalt, bricks, cement, tile and quartz. Crystalline silica is the most hazardous of the 2 forms, although it is safe if left undisturbed. However, in […]
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9th April 2015
Workplace accidents rarely result in death, but the injuries and illnesses that result can be life changing and even life shortening, leaving victims disfigured, disabled and in pain. The government’s new initiative, Revitalising Health and Safety, will hopefully help to lower the figure of workplace injuries and illnesses. But in the meantime, this infographic by […]
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18th March 2015
According to the HSE, almost half of all accidents involving power tools and abrasive wheels result from a mistake made by the operator, or an unsafe system of work, both of which can be avoided if an adequate health and safety policy is followed. We’ve put together a simple guide for those expected to […]
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