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This guide discusses the role of a fire risk assessor, theiir importance, and how to improve competence.

Our guide explains what hand-arm vibration syndrome is, it's symptoms, and how it can be prevented.

Ensure property and people are kept safe with our guide covering electrical testing.

When severe weather strikes, it's difficult for employers to know how to respond. Our guide explores that issue.

Ever wondered what the Green Belt is? Our guide gives you the insights you need.

Liability insurance is the umbrella terms for covering the costs of compensation and legal fees if a business or individual is found legally responsible for injuring someone or damaging their property.

Fire remains one of the most significant risks facing businesses across all sectors. A workplace fire can result in serious injury, loss of life, extensive property damage, business interruption, reputational harm and financial loss.

As autumn arrives and temperatures begin to fall, workplaces face a range of seasonal challenges that can affect the health, safety, and wellbeing of employees. The transition from warmer weather to colder conditions often brings an increase in seasonal illnesses such as colds, flu, and other respiratory infections. At the same time, organisations must manage changing environmental conditions, including reduced daylight, colder outdoor temperatures, and the effective operation of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems.

A recent HSE prosecution has highlighted the dangers associated with poorly managed lifting and unloading activities. A worker sustained life-changing injuries after a large crate, weighing approximately 1.2 tonnes, fell from a forklift truck during an unloading operation. The incident demonstrates the importance of effective planning, risk assessment, and supervision whenever lifting activities take place.

Young workers and apprentices bring enthusiasm, fresh ideas, and valuable future skills to the workplace.

Workplace safety representatives play an important role in protecting employees and improving health and safety standards.

Accidents and sudden illnesses can happen in any workplace, regardless of the industry or level of risk. When an emergency occurs, the actions taken during the first few minutes can make a significant difference to the outcome. Having suitable first aid arrangements in place not only helps protect employees, visitors and contractors, but also demonstrates a proactive approach to health and safety management.