How connected body-worn cameras can help stem rising shoplifting and staff abuse
Recent ONS statistics reveal that the retail sector prospered this summer with 0.5% growth in both August and July. However, this momentum has been overshadowed by a sharp increase in shoplifting. In fact, in March 2025, there were 530,643 shoplifting offences, a 20% rise from the year before, the highest number since such records began in 2003. Understandably, this […]
From reaction to prevention: The power of structured root cause analysis
When incidents occur, most organisations ask: What happened? Fewer ask the question that actually matters: Why did it happen, and how do we stop it from happening again? This shift from managing incidents to reducing them is where real progress begins. COMET is a software company helping high-risk industries improve safety and efficiency through data-driven […]
Businesses in the events industry face a £50,000 fine for unsafe bonfires
With Bonfire Night fast approaching, businesses in the events sector hosting outdoor displays are being reminded to stay compliant with waste and environmental laws. It is important that they know what materials are safe and unsafe to burn, as the wrong materials can pose serious health hazards, but also legal and financial implications. Event Waste […]
The mental cost of running an SME
The evidence shows that small business owners are disproportionately affected by mental health issues compared to the wider population. Largely driven by the stresses of owning and operating a business, SME owners are susceptible to a range of mental health problems. A study from SimplyBusiness found that 80% of small business owners have suffered with poor mental […]
5 tips to help neurodivergent workers thrive
According to the CIPD one in five Brits are neurodivergent, meaning their brain works in ways that differ from the typical standard, affecting how they process information, communicate, and engage with the world. Several successful high-profile businesspeople have openly stated they are neurodivergent, including Steven Bartlett, Sir Richard Branson and Bill Gates, often citing their condition as a reason […]
Bridging the gap in communication for a more productive and safer workforce
Despite the acceleration of technological advancements like AI, augmented reality and smartphones, many businesses still struggle with one of the most fundamental aspects of daily operations: effective use mobile communication for ‘remote’ or ‘mobile’ workers and teams. While this is a mild inconvenience for most businesses, it’s a serious operational and safety risk for organisations […]
Warning signs of an on-site rodent infestation – and how to keep them out
With the UK seeing a rise in rat sightings across urban and suburban areas, construction health and safety expert Derek Bruce from SMSTS Course is warning that most people won’t spot the signs of an infestation until it’s already a serious problem… Rats don’t knock – they sneak in. And by the time you see one, you’re likely dealing with […]
Accelerating automated vehicles – the UK changes gear
By Brian Wong, partner at UK law firm Burges Salmon The Department of Transport’s (DfT) announcements during London Tech Week on accelerating commercial pilot projects for automated vehicles as part of steps to implement the Automated Vehicles Act 2024 (AVA) has brought impetus back the self-driving industry. The updates also included the launch of the anticipated consultation […]
3 Steps To Success: The pristine approach to manual handling safety
Despite significant advances in legislation and workplace safety systems, musculoskeletal disorders (MSDS) remain one of the most common types of work-related injury across almost every industry. Even in highly automated environments, manual handling tasks are rarely eliminated altogether—and the injuries continue. Why? Because traditional approaches to addressing residual risk often fall short. Generic, uninspiring training […]
ERGONOMIC EQUIPMENT MONTH: Why UK law still fails workers with musculoskeletal injuries
By Stuart Snape, Partner at Graham Coffey & Co. Solicitors Musculoskeletal injuries are among the most common harms experienced by workers in the UK. They do not usually involve a single moment of crisis. They build slowly, back pain from poor lifting, neck strain from an unsuitable workstation, or joint issues from repetitive tasks. These […]