Workplace Hazards


Why temperature control is vital in manufacturing facilities

Dakota Murphey discusses strategies to safeguard employees from heat-related illness and accidents within manufacturing. Read More

How much exposure to wood dust is dangerous?

The team at Praxis42 discuss the dangers of wood dust exposure, what an employer’s legal responsibilities are, and what practical safety measures can be put in place to protect employees and organisations. Read More

Introducing the Principal Designer Building Regulations Register

The Principal Designer Building Regulations (PDBR) register has been launched to ensure building firms are competent and compliant with new regulations. Read More

Creating safer forklift truck operations

For National Forklift Truck Safety Day (11 June), we look back at this article from Stuart Taylor of Mentor FLT Training who explains why those working alongside forklift trucks should understand the risks involved. Read More

Manual handling: Top 10 team lifting tips

SHP hears from Praxis42 on manual handling risk and best practice for protecting employees at work. Read More

EV manufacturing: Protecting worker safety in the gigafactory boom

Matthew Parr at Hughes Safety Showers explains the necessity for emergency safety showers and eye/face washes within gigafactories as their popularity across Europe is on the rise. Read More

When should you review your first aid policy?

Adam Clarke, Managing Director at Praxis42 says it's best to review your first aid policy at least once a year for it to continue to be effective. Read More

National Highways: “Why aren’t road collisions RIDDOR reportable?”

A National Highways conference focused on what health and safety professionals should be doing to increase driver-centric safety measures. Read More

Hundreds of workplace buildings to be inspected for safety this week

Buildings across the country will be checked for RAAC, asbestos and fire-hazards associated with the Grenfell tragedy. Read More

Gogglebox star George Gilbey died after fall through skylight

George Gilbey, a self-employed electrician who appeared on Channel 4’s Gogglebox TV show, died after falling from height at work. Read More