Can you safely perform CPR during COVID-19?
The answer is yes. It takes only one person administering CPR at the right time to help save a life during cardiac arrest. When CPR is performed immediately and effectively, it can significantly increase a victim’s chance of survival — even during a pandemic. Time is of the essence, so bystander intervention is critical to help […]
Claim your place at the virtual Occupational Safety & Health Forum
The next Occupational Safety & Health Forum is VIRTUAL – make sure you register today and secure your delegate pass! 3rd February 2021 Still offering you the same benefits as the live event – we will bring together the industry’s leading buyers and suppliers together for business collaboration. Your bespoke place is entirely free and includes benefits such as; […]
New WELL Building standard seeks to boost employee wellbeing
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) has formally launched the latest version of the WELL Building Standard – WELL v2, which it says is the most resilient and responsive version of its rating system to date. The IWBI describes WELL v2 as a vehicle for buildings and organisations to deliver more thoughtful and intentional spaces that […]
Only 20% of workers happy with employer COVID-19 planning
Research carried out by The Workforce Institute at UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) has found only a fraction of employees (20%) felt their organisation met their needs during the initial months of the COVID-19 pandemic. But there is a silver lining: a third of employees globally (33%) say they trust their employer more now than before the pandemic began […]
Female employees more concerned about health and wellbeing than male counterparts
GRiD, the industry body for the group risk sector, asked 1,165 UK employees about their health and wellbeing concerns, and found that female employees have more concerns than their male colleagues. The survey asked employees to consider six key areas of health and wellbeing and identify whether they were of personal concern to them. The […]
The Occupational Safety & Health Forum is now virtual!
Due to current announcements and government updates, we have made the decision to make the Occupational Safety & Health Forum is VIRTUAL – Register today! 3rd February 2021 Still offering you the same benefits as the live event – we will bring together the industry’s leading buyers and suppliers together for business collaboration. Your bespoke place is entirely […]
Do you Specialise in Stress Management in the workplace? We want to hear for you!
Each month on Health & Safety Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the security market – and in October we’ll be focussing on Stress Management solutions in the wake of COVID-19. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help health & safety buyers find the best products and services […]
Hestia launches domestic abuse advice line for businesses
A new advice line for businesses supporting employees experiencing or at risk of domestic abuse has been launched by crisis support charity Hestia. According to a TUC report, one in four women and one in six men will experience domestic abuse at some point in their lifetime with 10 per cent of victims reporting abuse at […]
British Safety Council advises against non-essential office visits
People are being encouraged to go back to their workplaces as part of a government campaign. Its message will be that employers should reassure staff it is safe to return by highlighting measures taken to reduce the spread of Covid-19. This new initiative comes as most schools in England and Wales reopen, relieving thousands of […]
Have you claimed your place at the Occupational Safety & health Forum?
February’s Occupational Safety & Health Forum is just around the corner – and you can attend in person or virtually. As our guest, you can enjoy live industry seminar sessions, a bespoke itinerary of 1-2-1 meetings with innovative suppliers, networking with peers and complimentary lunch & refreshments throughout. There is no hard sell at the event but it […]
