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…
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…
Can 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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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,…
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.…
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…
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.…
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…
Fire Risk Assessment – Do I need one?
Fire Safety Did you know that it is a legal requirement to have an Fire Risk Assessment undertaken? The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires the responsible person should ensure a fire risk assessment…
5 Tips For A Safe Workplace
Staying safe and healthy at work is very important, no matter what your job is. You should always try to reduce your risks of injury and illness at work. Here are a few tips to…
Asbestos Survey’s
Do I need an Asbestos survey? Do you own a property that was built before the year 2000? If your answer is yes, then it may contain asbestos materials within it's structure. Since August 1999,…
We are hiring a Health and Safety Consultant
Due to expansion we are currently recruiting a H&S Consultant at our established Penkridge office. Please see our job description below: Health & Safety Consultant-Midlands Based Position Overview and Responsibilities: The following work will…
When should you review your Fire Risk Assessment?
From the 1st October 2006, The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires the responsible person (RP) of any non-domestic premises to carry out a fire risk assessment. A fire risk assessment includes analysing measures…
A quick guide to keeping workplace transport safe
Workplace transport is any activity involving vehicles used in a workplace. Vehicles driven on public roads are not included, except where the vehicle is being loaded or unloaded on a public road adjacent to their…
How an audit can improve your business safety management
As a business owner, to comply with health and safety regulations, you are obliged to conduct regular audits of your business to help identify health and safety risks and consider ways of improving your safety…
Waste and recycling company fined £1m following death of worker
A refuse collection company has been fined £1m after a worker was run over and killed. Canterbury Crown Court heard how, on 18 October 2013, Veolia ES (UK) Limited’s employee Mr John Head suffered fatal…
Why should I carry out workplace inspections?
Workplace inspections are vital for various reasons; in place they help prevent accidents, injuries and incidents, as well as identifying potential hazards for corrective action by a health and safety representative, conducting a critical inspection…
Should I allow my employees to wear headphones?
Whether staff should be allowed to wear headphones in the workplace is disputable. Many individuals find listening to music whilst working relaxing and find that it allows them to work more thoroughly. Although to some,…
P.A.T Testing
What is PAT Testing? So many people ask what PAT testing is and do they need it? In this blog you'll learn everything you need to know about the testing. PAT stands for 'Portable Appliance…
How is exposure to Asbestos dangerous?
What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a naturally-occurring, fibrous material. The material was used for buildings in the UK between the 1950's and 1980's. Countries such as: Russia, Brazil, South Africa and China all mined the…