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Most PPE still failing basic safety and regulation criteria, new report shows

PPE is still failing to meet the most basic legal safety and regulation criteria after a study showed 79% of items spot-checked did not meet standards. 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

Skills shortages, sustainability and women’s PPE cited by HS professionals as key areas of focus, report finds

A new report has highlighted skills shortages, sustainability and a lack of women’s PPE as key areas to focus on in the UK health and safety sector. Read More

Workers facing uncertain future coupled with health and safety risks, new IOSH report says

The survey reveals struggles of platform workers in the gig economy as a result of unpredictable income and irregular working patterns. Read More

Insights from the 2024 Health, Safety & Environmental Remuneration Report

SHP hears from the HSE Recruitment Network, which recently published The 2024 HSE Remuneration Report, and with it answers common salary queries. Read More

New IOSH study centre aims to support Level 6 Diploma

IOSH Academy launches as recognised study centre for IOSH Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health Leadership and Management. Read More

HSE acknowledge issue of ill-fitting PPE as regulator engage with SHP

SHP’s Inclusive PPE campaign took a significant step forward as Karl Simons OBE opened communication with the UK health and safety regulator. Read More

Empowering women through personal branding

For International Women's Day, Beth Holroyd delves into the balance between self-advocacy and strategic brand building. Read More

Employers must offer menopausal support or face legal action, new guidance says

New guidance from the Equality and Human Rights Commission (ECHR) on how menopausal women should be treated in the workplace, could see legal action taken against employers if they do not take appropriate steps of workplace support. Read More

Protection for Everyone – SHP launches inclusive PPE campaign

SHP has officially launched its inclusive PPE campaign with goals around awareness and legislative change. Read More



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