How the construction industry is recognising and tackling fatigue
May 27, 2020
Marcus de Guingand from Third Pillar of Health, explores some of the common findings in respect of fatigue in construction from conversations with industry professionals. He'll also delve into some of the consequences and look at how you can help reduce this hidden problem. Read More
Health and Safety at Work Day: ‘Let’s make workplaces fit for heroes’, says British Safety Council
April 27, 2020
The British Safety Council is marking the World Day for Safety and Health at Work with a pledge to support workers’ safety through the coronavirus outbreak and beyond. Read More
Bringing coronavirus criminals to justice
April 20, 2020
A number of people who have spat or coughed at emergency workers, or exploited coronavirus for their own gain, have been charged and prosecuted. The CPS have provided a sample of some of the cases which the CPS has charged and prosecuted recently. Read More
‘Coronavirus coughs’ at key workers will be charged as assault, CPS warns
April 7, 2020
Anyone using coronavirus to threaten emergency and essential workers faces serious criminal charges, the Director of Public Prosecutions has warned. Read More
Man jailed for assault of emergency worker after using threat of coronavirus to avoid arrest
April 3, 2020
A man who assaulted an emergency worker and told police he had coronavirus to try to avoid being arrested has been jailed for 31 weeks. Read More
Guide to lone Working: HSE guidance updated
April 1, 2020
Working by yourself in a remote location presents a set of challenges both for employers and the lone workers. It is estimated that there are eight million lone workers in the UK which represents about 20% of the UK workforce. On this content hub, SHP brings you the latest lone working guidance. Read More
Themes confirmed for Tall Buildings Fire Safety Conference 2020
February 3, 2020
The Tall Buildings Fire Safety Conference, co-located with Safety & Health Expo in September 2020, is set to focus on three major themes, High Rise Firefighting, Construction Fire Safety and Crisis Management. Read More
World Mental Health Day: Prevention is the best cure
October 10, 2019
British Safety Council has urged employers to safeguard employee mental health and invest in workplace wellbeing. Read More
Risk reduction strategies retailers should buy into
July 22, 2019
Julie-Anna Smith, Head of Consulting Services at safety and certification expert, Bureau Veritas, advises on why a diligent, robust risk management strategy is something retailers need to invest in. Read More
Sexual harassment: How employers can protect themselves against claims
May 14, 2019
Some practical advice on how employers can protect themselves from sexual harassment claims. Read More