HSE releases workplace deaths data
Provisional data released by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) shows that a total of 142 workers were killed at work in Great Britain in 2020/21, an increase of 29 from the previous year – though the number of deaths in 2019/20 (113) was low compared to other recent years. In statistical terms the number […]
BSA warns on risks to workers as COVID restrictions near end
The British Safety Council believes that while the withdrawal of some COVID regulations is valid, removing the mask mandate is the wrong decision to take now and risks real danger to workers. The Prime Minister has announced the removal of almost all COVID controls from 19 July, including rules on social distancing and the cap […]
