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Health and Safety in the Office with IOSH Training
The Health and Safety Executive are currently looking at making changes to some of the laws regarding the self-employed and the law. An independent report highlighted that there seemed to...
Read MoreGet the Passport to a New Job in the Construction Industry
Do you want to help secure work in the construction industry? Finding work can be tough but it is even tougher getting a foot in without the right training or...
Read MoreWhy Does Working from Height Pose Serious Risks?
The Dangers of Working at Height The dangers of working at height were raised this week after yet another court case involving a young worker injuring himself in a fall....
Read MoreHow Current is Your Health and Safety Training?
When is the last time that your workplace received current health and safety training? If the last time that you can remember training in your workplace was several years ago,...
Read MorePerforming Risk Assessments
Risk assessments are a requirement of all employers and the self-employed by law. Before you begin the assessments it is important to consider whether or not you are competent. The...
Read MoreThe Risk of Stress in the Office
One of the main risks that are faced by office workers is stress. Stress needs to be managed so that the person affected doesn't suffer from ill health. In addition...
Read MoreFirst Aid Legislation and You
As an employer it is vital that employees that fall ill or are injured at work are given immediate medical attention. This is not only for their own sake, it's...
Read MoreDo Your Managers Understand the CDM Regualtions?
The Construction Design and Management Regulations and approved code of practice is something that all construction managers need to be aware of. The Regulations came into force back in 2007...
Read MoreAppointed Person for First Aid - Are You Ready for the Responsibility?
If you have been selected to be an appointed person by your employer you may wish to know what your role involves. By law every workplace has to have at...
Read MoreContractors and Managing Health & Safety
Construction Contractor If you are a contractor in the construction industry then it is your duty to provide health and safety training for your workforce. All workers have to be...
Read MoreDo Your Qualifications Still Stand Up?
Many people are given adequate health and safety training once they start a new job. This training is designed to inform and educate the candidate and to make sure they...
Read MoreTake Control of Your Career in Health and Safety
If you work in health and safety there are many ways to move up the ladder and achieve your personal career goals. There is a huge demand for specialists just...
Read MoreAdvance your Career in Occupational Health and Safety
Many people have heard of NVQ's. These are nationally recognised qualifications that can be of great benefit to your career and CV. If you are looking to improve your prospects...
Read MoreIntervention Fees are Now Active
Fees for intervention came into play as of 1st October 2012. The fees will hopefully act as a further incentive for employers and the self-employed to ensure their health and...
Read MoreUse Risk Assessments to Avoid Prosecution
A company has been prosecuted by the Health and Safety Executive this week after they failed to ensure the safety of their employees. Despite no accidents occurring the firm, Oxfordshire...
Read MoreAssess Your First Aid Needs
As an employer it is your duty to assess the first aid needs of your organisation. Even if there doesn't seem to be a large amount of consideration to be...
Read MoreManaging Your Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste Management Any substances or materials that can cause damage to human health or the environment are considered to be hazardous. This includes a huge variety of things such...
Read MoreDon't Risk Prosecution Through Lack of Health & Safety Training
There are many laws and regulations that must be followed by employers. One of the most well-known Regulations fall under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 which is...
Read MoreThree Tips for Construction Site Safety
Courses such as the CCNSG will teach basic skills for health and safety in construction and engineering industries. Health and safety is an essential part of everyday life on a...
Read MoreSelling Alcohol in England and Wales
Selling alcohol at parties, work premises or in shops is a great way of making some more income. If you are looking to expand into a new venture involving the...
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