Finding my calm during a pandemic
It's been a year since the UK went in to lockdown. Overnight everything changed for me. The pause button was pressed on the business and almost all of the team were furloughed. I didn't quite…
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Seeking Health & Safety Freelancers
We are currently seeking Health & Safety Freelancers to partner with Safety Forward. During Spring 2021 we have a number of exciting projects starting. In particular, we seek those with a solid background in…
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Making occupational health referrals
Occupational health teams keep people well at work - physically and mentally. This service will help keep your employees healthy and safe whilst in work and manage any risks in the workplace that are likely…
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Safety Forward gain ISO 9001 Accreditation
Safety Forward are proud to announce that they have achieved ISO 9001 accreditation. ISO 9001 is part of a family of standards published by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) and often referred to collectively…
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Workplace stress is on the increase
Whether we are going into work or working from home, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we work and fear and anxiety about this new disease and other strong emotions can be overwhelming. Workplace…
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Construction site operating procedures updated (Covid-19)
The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) have updated their Site Operating Procedures to Version 7 to reflect recent changes in Government guidance. These Site Operating Procedures (SOP) are based on Government guidance on Working safely during Coronavirus…
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What makes a good Principal Designer?
The level of a Principal Designer's skills, knowledge and expertise should be proportionate to the complexity of the project, and the range and nature of the risks involved. So what makes a good Principal Designer?…
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Preventing work related stress in construction
With long hours, demanding workloads and projects that are often short-term and far from home, it's no surprise that construction is a high-risk industry for workplace stress. There is a difference between stress and pressure,…
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Returning to work after Covid-19 from a management perspective
The health and safety of the workforce should be management’s top priority as it considers how to bring operations back to some semblance of normal. This is, of course, a moral, ethical and legal concern…
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Site operating procedures protecting your workforce during coronavirus (Covid-19)
The UK Construction Leadership Council has issued its latest guidance this week. The guidance is intended to introduce consistent measures on construction sites. The measures apply to all UK construction sites and is aligned…
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How we are supporting our suppliers, employees and customers during this time
For the UK as a whole, never before have we experienced such challenging times. We know this may be worrying for many of you out there, so we wanted to bring you up to speed…
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Top tips to keep SME’s going during the Covid-19 crisis
As the director of Safety Forward, I felt that now is a good time to reach out to clients and provide them with some opportunities to explore over the coming weeks. We are in…
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Business guidance for Coronavirus
We have recently had quite a few enquiries regarding coronavirus and how to deal with it. Below are some guidelines to follow if you suspect you may have the virus. What to do if an…
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UK introduces new measures to improve building safety
It has been announced this month that the UK government has plans to establish a new building safety regulator as part of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). This aim of the regulator will be…
READ MORECan you help find us a great event location for a charity event?
We are currently looking for a suitable venue to host an evening event which will be to raise funds for our chosen charity The Lighthouse Club. This amazing charity supports workers in the construction sector…
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FAA Level 3 Award in Supervising First Aid Mental Health
This course builds on the Level 2 Award in First Aid for Mental Health, it covers a wider range of mental health conditions and goes into detail on the range of therapy and professional support…
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FAA Level 2 Award in First Aid for Mental Health
This course is suitable for everyone but has been designed to help employers to provide a positive mental health culture within the workplace. It also provides learners with comprehensive knowledge on a range of the…
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Award in Awareness of First Aid for Mental Health
We are holding our first Mental Health First Aid Awareness Course! This Mental Health First Aid awareness course is suitable for everyone as it provides learners with the knowledge to recognise a suspected mental health…
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Health and Safety Regulations Guide
Health and Safety Regulations Are you feeling confused with the different types of Health and Safety regulations? It is essential to comply with them in order for employers to protect their employees and their organisation.…
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What is stress and how can we manage it effectively?
Stressbox Explains: What is stress and how can we manage it effectively? Stress is defined as the body’s natural defence mechanism when faced with a lot of external pressure. Moderate levels of stress are beneficial,…
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Facefit Testing – Are Your Workers Protected?
Is Face Fit Testing a legal requirement? The simple answer is yes, FaceFit Testing is a legal duty under; The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations. The Control of Lead at Work Regulations.…
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How to support your colleagues through mental health problems
With 1 in 6 workers in the UK struggling with mental help problems, it’s important to support your colleagues through mental health problems whether you’re a manager or a colleague. Here is some advice for…
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5 Initiatives to improving health and wellbeing in the work place
In recent years, there has been an increasing realisation of the importance of improving employee health and wellbeing in the workplace in order to increase employee productivity, encourage colleague cooperation, and reduce work related stress.…
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Do you check your employees driving licence?
What is a licence check? It's widely understood that your driving licence carries information regarding your driving record, which details information such as your current points, disqualifications and of course which vehicles you are licensed…
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