Statutory sick pay reform ‘could boost UK economy by £3.9bn’
The UK economy could get a £3.9bn boost over the next five years if the government reforms the 40-year-old Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) system. That’s according to a report from employee benefits specialist Unum UK based on research conducted by WPI Economics. SSP was introduced in the early 1980s but has gone largely unreformed, failing […]
Former construction company directors sentenced for failing to prevent exposure to asbestos
Two former company directors have been sentenced and fined after a refurbishment project at a former department store was found to have disturbed asbestos containing materials (ACMs) while demolition work was still taking place. Newcastle Crown Court heard that during October 2017, the former Joplings Department Store in Sunderland was undergoing refurbishment when workers disturbed […]
Discover the UK’s best suppliers at the Occupational Safety & Health Forum
Are you registered for the upcoming Occupational Safety & Health Forum? It’s taking place on Tuesday 31st January at the Radisson Blu Hotel, London Stansted and is the essential event for health & safety professionals. Unlike large expo’s, this intimate, hassle-free event allows you to build beneficial business relationships with suppliers that match your current project/business requirements. No hard […]
Put driver safety in the front seat at the Fleet Summit
If your company operates a fleet then all your driver safety and training needs will be covered at this year’s double-header of Fleet Summit events – Make sure you register for your free delegate place today! Spread over the course of two days, the Fleet Summit is specifically organised for senior professionals within organisations that […]
How to support the mental health of employees that work remotely
By Tanya Woolf, Head of Psychological Services at Onebright Remote working has presented challenges for companies of all sizes. Regardless of the size of a company, one thing that remains true is that fostering connection and camaraderie remains key to a healthy and productive working environment, especially with workforces more evenly split between the office and […]
Who cares for the carers?
June 6th marks the start of Carers Week the theme of which is ‘make caring visible, valued and supported’. With a growing number of employees now facing dual caring responsibilities, this is an important issue for staff and business alike. With this in mind Cream HR director Anthony Sutton is asking the question what can businesses do […]
CHAS announces single compliance solution to manage multiple supply-chain risks
CHAS, the trusted name in supply chain risk management, has introduced CHAS Elite. This comprehensive compliance solution enables buyers and suppliers to demonstrate their regulatory compliance around health and safety, environmental issues, modern slavery, diversity, equality and inclusion, in a single product. As supply chains become increasingly global and complex, the risk of compliance breaches […]
Look after your employees at the Total Security Summit
As a leading health & safety professional you’re invited to attend the Total Security Summit, which is taking place on the 10th & 11th October in Manchester. Unlike large expos, this intimate, hassle-free event allows you to build beneficial business relationships with suppliers that match your current project/business requirements. 10th & 11th October – Radisson Blu […]
Do you specialise in Site Safety? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Health & Safety Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the security market – and in June we’ll be focussing on Site Safety. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help health & safety buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a […]
WEBINAR REWIND: Burnout Behind the Scenes – Health & Safety Practitioners Under Pressure
Don’t worry if you missed last week’s insightful RiskPal webinar addressing the hidden signs of burnout – you can rewatch the entire session on-demand! The pandemic started as a whirlwind before evolving into a long-drawn-out storm. For many companies, Health & Safety practitioners became the first point of contact for the provision of advice, risk […]
