BSI publishes DE&I guidance for workplace culture
New guidance designed to help organisations prioritise their people by creating an increasingly diverse and inclusive workplace culture, including by demonstrating leadership commitment or adjusting recruitment practices, has been published by BSI. Evidence suggests that diverse organizations can out-perform their peers, while research indicates a desire for diverse workplaces, especially amongst Generation Z. Research from McKinsey has […]
Do you specialise in Lone Worker Safety & Equipment? 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 July we’ll be focussing on Lone Worker Safety & Equipment. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help health & safety buyers find the best products and services available today. So, […]
HSE shines spotlight on woodworking firms
Many woodworking businesses are endangering workers’ lives by failing to implement the measures required to prevent or control exposure to wood dust, according to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Supported by HSE’s Dust Kills campaign, which provides free advice to businesses and workers on the control measures required to prevent exposure to dust, HSE […]
70% of people feel they work in dangerous jobs
A survey of 1,400 people conducted by JMW Solicitors has revealed that 70% of employees feel concerned for their safety at work, with almost 100% of that sample also believing that their employers should implement more safety measures. More than a third of respondents to the survey worked in sectors such as agriculture and forestry, mining and quarrying, and manufacturing. Some […]
Occupational Safety & Health Forum: Everything you need to know
As an industry professional you’re invited to the Occupational Safety Health Forum – here are all the details about this unique B2B event. The next Occupational Safety Health Forum is taking place in London on Tuesday 7th February at the Hilton London Canary Wharf Hotel Unlike large expo’s, this intimate, hassle-free event allows you to build beneficial business relationships with suppliers […]
WHO warns of risk to human safety from AI apps like ChatGPT
The World Health Organization (WHO) is calling for caution to be exercised in using artificial intelligence (AI) generated large language model tools (LLMs) to protect and promote human well-being, human safety, and autonomy, and preserve public health. LLMs include some of the most rapidly expanding platforms such as ChatGPT, Bard, Bert and many others that […]
Michael Adamson NEBOSH Diploma Scholarship: 2023 applications now open
Applications are now open for the annual Michael Adamson NEBOSH Diploma Scholarship, which is designed to help aspiring health & safety professionals develop the skills they need to succeed in the workplace, advance their careers and keep people safe from harm. The Scholarship is named in memory of Michael Adamson who lost his life in […]
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 […]
Mental health ‘biggest concern for employers’ in light of remote working
A survey of companies of all sizes across the UK has revealed that the biggest concern for nearly half of all employers (49%) is the mental health of their employees now that remote working has become accepted practice. In study carried out by Towergate Health & Protection mental health topped the list of concerns for […]
Study says HSE struggling to run investigations due to funding issues
The number of mandatory HSE investigations that weren’t carried out because of resourcing issues increased nearly 200-fold between 2016/17 and 2021/22. That’s according to a report from Prospect union, HSE under pressure: a perfect storm , which details the build-up of problems at HSE after years of underfunding, overwork and underpay. The research, using HSE’s own figures, […]
