ERGONOMIC EQUIPMENT MONTH: Taking ergonomics beyond the office to warehouses, labs, and remote workforces
Ergonomics, once associated primarily with desk-based office work, is undergoing a transformation. With the evolution of working environments, whether it’s logistics hubs, scientific labs, or hybrid home-office setups, organisations attending the Occupational Safety & Health Forum are rethinking how ergonomic principles can be applied across diverse settings to improve health, safety, and productivity… In warehousing […]
Scotland launches £650k fund to help people with musculoskeletal conditions engage with work
The Scottish Government has announced a £650,000 challenge fund through CivTech Round 11, specifically seeking innovative solutions to help people with long-term health conditions such as musculoskeletal disorders participate more fully in the workforce. The funding is available to develop a solution to the Challenge, which is being sponsored by the Scottish Government, Directorate for Jobs […]
British Safety Council highlights success and upcoming priorities
British Safety Council has today released its 2025 Impact Report, showcasing what it calls “a year of transformative work, community partnerships, and measurable progress”. The report captures key accomplishments from the past year, as well as powerful stories from those directly impacted by British Safety Council’s efforts. From training over 12,000 learners to funding SMEs, influencing policy […]
August 2025 is Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Month on Health & Safety Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Health & Safety Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the sector – and in August we’ll be focussing on Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery. 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 […]
ERGONOMIC EQUIPMENT MONTH: Selecting suppliers based on standards, design, life-cycles and impact
From desk-bound office roles to hands-on industrial environments, organisations attending the OSH Forum are seeking ergonomic solutions that not only prevent injury but also improve employee comfort, productivity, and retention. For senior OH&S professionals, selecting the right ergonomic equipment supplier is about strategic alignment, proven outcomes, and future-proofing… Start with Certification and Standards Reputable suppliers […]
124 workers died in work-related incidents in 2024/25
Latest annual figures show 124 workers were killed in work-related incidents in Great Britain from April 2024 to March 2025, representing a decrease of fourteen from the previous 12-month period. The Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) annual fatality statistics indicate the number of deaths remain broadly in line with pre-pandemic levels, and compares to 223 twenty […]
Clear links shown between employee wellbeing programmes and performance
Sixty-three per cent of employers measure the impact to their business of supporting the health and wellbeing of their staff. That’s according to research from GRiD, the industry body for the group risk sector. Of those who do so, almost half (47%) state that employees’ productivity increases when they know their overall health and wellbeing is supported. GRiD is pleased to […]
Join peers from these leading organisations at the Fire Prevention & Safety Summit
The Fire Prevention & Safety Summit brings together professionals from across the industry for two days of connection, conversation, and collaboration. It’s a great opportunity to meet like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, and explore potential new partnerships. Date: Monday 20th and Tuesday 21st October 2025 Location: Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre, London Heathrow Cost: No cost, your attendance is […]
TRAINING COURSES MONTH: From Accreditation to Performance Measurement – How to select the best partner for your organisation
For safety leaders, choosing the right training provider in 2025 means balancing compliance needs with the demands of a diverse, distributed, and digitally enabled workforce. Here’s a practical guide to selecting an OH&S training partner that delivers real impact. Generic training no longer cuts it. Safety leaders should seek providers who can tailor content to […]
Type 2 diabetes poses health & safety concern among commercial drivers
A new report exposed what is called a ‘major, under-recognised health and safety crisis’ facing the UK’s commercial road transport industry in the form of unchecked rise of type 2 diabetes among professional drivers. Hiding in Plain Sight: The UK Diabetes Crisis – A Call to Action to the Road Transport Sector, developed by the Diabetes Safety Organisation in […]