Blog

11/04/2017

The standards that govern Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are hugely important when it comes to keeping people safe at work. The current legislation on PPE is nearly 20 years old and has long been due an update. New EU regulations on PPE were published in March 2016 and come into force in April 2018. Read More

04/04/2017

Most accidents resulting in eye injuries at work are caused by operatives not wearing eye protection or wearing the wrong kind of protection for the job. In 90% of cases, wearing the correct safety eye-wear could have reduced the severity or prevented the injury. Read More

24/03/2017

On 18th April 2017, the UK infrastructure sector is doing something that’s never been seen before. Projects will be paused and machinery will fall silent from 10am to noon as sites, offices and production facilities put work on hold to discuss how to build a healthier, safer industry.

17/03/2017

Just over a year ago, the guidelines on sentencing in health and safety offences were updated, setting the scene for a new era of more proportionate fines. Read More

07/03/2017

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that manifests in a seasonal pattern and tends to worsen during the winter months. Sufferers may experience symptoms including low mood, lethargy, lack of motivation and irritability. Read More

21/02/2017

When the government released its Brexit White Paper on 2nd February, many were hoping it would offer clarity on Theresa May’s vision of post-Brexit Britain. In the health and safety community, protecting health and safety legislation outside the EU remains a concern. Read More