RISK ASSESSMENT MONTH: Away from checklists and embracing data
Health & Safety (H&S) professionals in the UK private sector have long understood the importance of risk management assessments. But the days of one-size-fits-all checklists are fading. Driven by evolving regulations, technological advancements, and a growing emphasis on proactive safety, risk management assessment best practices are undergoing a positive transformation… Here’s how risk management assessment […]
IOSH issues asbestos rallying call
The UK Government needs to take more action to prevent thousands of people dying from asbestos exposure every year – 25 years on from the deadly material being banned. That’s the call from the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), which says that despite the ban, an estimated 300,000 non-domestic buildings built before 1999 […]
STRESS MANAGEMENT MONTH: Beyond Beanbags – What’s new in stress management for UK workplaces?
Stress is a prevalent issue in today’s fast-paced workplaces, impacting employee well-being, productivity, and staff turnover. To combat this, HR and Health & Safety managers are increasingly adopting innovative approaches to stress management. Let’s delve into the key recent and future trends shaping staff well-being strategies, based on inout from attendees at the Occupational Safety […]
