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Health and Safety Hazards in the Office

WEBOffices may not seem like dangerous places to work, but they can pose serious health and safety risks. An estimated 609,000 non-fatal injuries were sustained by workers in 2016/17, according to the Labour Force Survey - and that’s just those that were officially reported.. Given the size of the problem and the fact that employers have a …

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11 ways to boost your health and safety culture

WEBThe overall culture in a company has a tremendous effect on the health and safety performance of employees. Culture is a notoriously tricky concept to pin down and fully understand. Here are some warning signs you need to be careful off, some signs that you’re on the right track, and some solid advice for boosting your health and safety culture.

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Health and Safety News

WEBRecent health and safety videos. 21-February. In recent safety-related news, several companies have faced significant fines and legal consequences for lapses in workplace safety. These incidents underscore the critical importance of prioritising employee well-being. Let's take a brief look at a few of these cases:

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Preventing injuries at work Health and Safety News

WEBMinor injuries at work are common, but by following these simple steps, you can make sure that your workplace is safe.

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Major Workplace Disasters Health and Safety News

WEBMajor Workplace Disasters. 28-April. Research indicates that since the Introduction of the Health and Safety at Work Act in 1974, fatal injuries to employees have fallen by 87%, and reported non-fatal injuries have …

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Health > safety: how to improve workplace wellbeing

WEBModern day employees can receive training for site safety, fire safety, construction safety, food safety, and a million subjects besides. In short, safety is a pretty tightly controlled and well understood discipline. Yet many of the industries where health & safety training and protocols are most prominent - manufacturing and construction, for instance - also have …

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What employers need to know about workplace temperature

WEBAs well as the Workplace Regulations 1992, the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 states that employers have to carry out risk assessments of the workplace to ensure the health and safety of employees is protected from any potential hazards. As the temperature of the workplace is a potential hazard to employees, then …

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6 Easy Ways to Reduce VOC Exposure in the Workplace

WEB3.Choose low VOC products. You can easily remove the source of the problem by shopping wisely and picking products that emit fewer (or …

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Health and safety in the pharmacy Health and Safety News

WEBHealth and safety in the pharmacy is very important for a person’s welfare. This includes safety from physical harm from substances, supplies and equipment. In order to keep yourself and the staff happy, workers are responsible for maintaining a safe work place and this involves being aware of the possible hazards.

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A guide to racking safety Health and Safety News

WEBHSE recommends using a logbook so that managers and staff can inspect racking on a daily to weekly basis. They recommend a colour-coded system to keep track of potential problems. Though it is important that this colour-coding is consistent among employees. One person’s green should not be another person’s amber.

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Best practice chemical storage in the workplace

WEB12-April. Chemical safety is a primary workplace safety concern for many organisations. To control the exposure of employees to chemicals in the workplace, particular efforts need to be made to ensure chemicals are safely stored and handled. Even commonly used substances in the workplace such as ammonia, benzene, sulphuric acid, pesticides

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Why health and safety are essentials in the workplace

WEBThe phrase ‘health and safety’ often brings to mind the image of a school inspector examining corridors meticulously for trip hazards. But there’s more to it than that; health and safety is there to protect workers from unsafe environments, such as the Sport’s Direct centre which required more than fifty ambulance visits in just two years.

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COSHH basics Health and Safety News

WEBCOSHH stands for the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health and is a set of regulations implemented by the UK Government that provide guidelines and requirements for work environments that make use of hazardous substances.

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The evolution of personal protective equipment Health and …

WEBSince the release of Ghostbusters in 1984 the health and safety of employees has come a long way. All standards must have a starting point and, whilst these standards have evolved, they have not been lost. In fact, modern safety goggles still look a lot like their forefathers, the ‘ecto goggles’, which were worn by Bill Murray and Dan Ackroyd in the …

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Health and safety in the Tattoo Parlour Health and Safety News

WEBA study has also shown that 1 in 10 people with a tattoo experienced problems with their tattoo, including swelling, itching, infection and redness, with some people in the study’s complications from the tattoo, lasting years. Obviously, tattoos do come with quite a few risks, we have put together a list of some of the main health and safety hazards in the …

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How Health and Safety Can Increase Profitability: A …

WEBIn today's fast-paced business landscape, the connection between health and safety and overall profitability has become increasingly evident. Prioritising the well-being of your employees, customers, and stakeholders not only aligns with ethical responsibilities but also provides other significant financial benefits.

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Setting up a health & safety procedure in a new business

WEBHealth and safety is a necessity for all new businesses, but it doesn't have to be a complicated process. Working out a simple and efficient approach that complies with legislation under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and consistently ensures the safety of employees can make managing your business easier.

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Healthcare provider prosecuted after patient death

WEBA national healthcare provider has been fined £100,000 after an elderly patient died at a private hospital in High Wycombe. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prosecuted BMI Healthcare Limited for safety failings that led to the death of Michael Walsh, 85, from Beaconsfield, in Buckinghamshire.

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How to Work Safely at Height: 5 Essential Tips

WEBWhether you're clearing a gutter or your employees are working on a roof, any tasks completed above the ground must be conducted carefully with health and safety firmly in mind.

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How to Stay Safe in Cold Weather Health and Safety News

WEBWhen it comes to preparing for changing weather, the focus is often on extreme conditions. However, research has found that prolonged exposure to moderately cold temperatures actually kills more people than extreme heat or freezing spells. Staying safe in cold weather requires preparation and awareness. By following the tips mentioned here, you can …

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4 Common Forklift Accidents & How to Prevent Them

WEBAccording to the British Safety Council, approximately 1,300 employees within the material handling industry are hospitalised annually as a result of a forklift accident within the workplace and that number is predicted to rise.Overall, that equates to five people a day suffering a forklift-related incident. The accidents people have as a result of forklift …

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